Collecting News, Toyguide Updates

Toyguide Update: Boba Fett (CW32)

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The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with our look back at some of the older Clone Wars figures that we have yet to add to the archives. We continue with everyone’s favorite bounty hunter, Boba Fett (CW32).

PROS: Hasbro pulled out all of the stops for this version of the Boba Fett when compared to the previous “UBP” version. This one is loaded with articulation which ball-joints everywhere, even the hips, resulting in a figure that can be posed and infinite number of ways look great doing it. The deco, overall sculpt and likeness to the animated character is spot on and the addition of the jetpack and harness are great touches, too.

CONS: This was again, one of the more rare Clone Wars figures in 2010 which was a shame because it is such a fine figure.

Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth tracking down for your collection.

You can also weigh in with your impressions on the figures we add to our toyguide on facebook and in our forums.

Collecting News, Customizing

Custom Cantina Bar Update

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For those interested in the 3D printed, custom Cantina Bar/Distillery we showcased yesterday, great news! It is now available to purchase through ShapeWays.com. The “Space Tavern Drink Dispenser” will arrive unfinished so you’ll have to finish the deco on your own (or commission someone to do it for you).

A huge thanks to Kodiak3d for making these available, I ordered mine and can’t wait to add it to my display!

Charity / Donations

PSA: Donate To Our Walk for Animals Team

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Once again my wife, Anne, and I are soliciting donations for her team for this year’s Walk for Animals in Golden Valley, MN on May 4th. Please feel free to donate what you can (there is no minimum) and to see how your tax deductible contribution can help, be sure to watch this amazing story. We now return you to your regularly scheduled program already in progress.

Collecting News, Podcasts/Streaming

Episode 386: St. Louis is Wizard!

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Wizard World conventions are a staple for sci-fi and comic book fans.  Having produced their multi-city conventions for years in Philadelphia, Chicago, and many other cities, they now expand their reach deeper in the midwest this year with Wizard World St. Louis!  Marjorie and Arnie were at the con meeting Star Wars fans, celebrities, and seeing what Star Wars collectibles were for sale!  With the 2014 St. Louis convention already announced, should you save the date?  Listen to Arnie & Marjorie’s report to find out!

Also this week, Johnathan is back with a look at the 2013 Movie Heroes action figures, Jerry gives a Vintage Viewpoint from Endor, and Steve the Gingerprince reports in from the UK–with a chance for one lucky listener to win some of the 2013 Yoda carded Clone Wars figures not released in the USA!

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Collecting News, Toyguide Updates

Toyguide Update: R7-A7 (CW43)

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The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with our look back at some of the older Clone Wars figures that we have yet to add to the archives. We continue with Ahsoka’s astromech R7-A7 (CW43).

PROS: It took a couple of years after the releases of Ahsoka and her unique Jedi Starfighter, but finally Hasbro gave collectors the final piece of the trifecta in 2011. R7-A7 uses the solid R3-S6 mold with opening access panels and extending utility arms. It also retains the vestigial grappling hook from R2-D2.

CONS: None really other than the delay it took for collectors to finally add it to their collections.

Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth tracking down for your collection.

You can also weigh in with your impressions on the figures we add to our toyguide on facebook and in our forums.

Artwork, Customizing

Customizer Spotlight: Kodiak3d

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Customizer Kodiak3d has shared pics of an amazing 3D printed version of the cantina centerpiece in the forums!

After you click through and see the pics of this unpainted all the way through to completion, I am sure you will enjoy the images but if you’re like me, you may also be annoyed that Hasbro has focused on other areas instead of some small iconic environments like this.

Collecting News, Toyguide Updates

Toyguide Update: Republic Commando Boss (CW11) Variant

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The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of the Republic Commando Boss (CW11) Variant.

PROS: Hasbro looks to have tweaked the paint ops for this figure, specifically the zip-line backpack to incorporate some of the orange accents from the armor, making for a more visually interesting piece overall. The oranges seem to match perfectly between the figure and the pack so no one item stands apart from the other.

CONS: Not currently available in the US.

Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth tracking down for your collection.

You can also weigh in with your impressions on the figures we add to our toyguide on facebook and in our forums.

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