Sideshow is now taking pre-orders for their massive Life-Size Darth Malgus figure. And for those that might not have the credits to drop all at once on this unique collectible, Sideshow is offering a payment plan to help ease the pain.
Sideshow Reveals 1:6 Tusken Raider
Sideshow Collectibles has updated today with a preview of their next sixth scale figure: the Tusken Raider! Watch for the full product reveal on April 3 with their production blog update!
Sponsor Update: Past Generation Toys
Past Generation Toys has updated this week with new Vintage, Movie Heroes and Clone Wars figures pre-orders and more. Check them out after the jump!
Toyguide Update: VC20 Yoda
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of Yoda (VC20) from The Vintage Collection.
PROS: Almost the definitive prequel Yoda. He features a lot of articulation for a figure this size. The head sculpt, especially the facial expression, is probably the best to date. The soft goods work well here – not too bulky or oversized and Hasbro’s handling of the force lightning accessory should be the standard for similar accessories on other figures.
CONS: Oh those elbows. Those swivel/cut joints definitely keep this figure out of the “definitive” classification. It would have been nice to receive an unlit lightsaber hilt accessory with a point of attachment on his belt to completely round out the figure. Hair color is a weird yellow shade that doesn’t look quite right here.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
You can also weigh in with your impressions on the figures we add to our toyguide on facebook and in our forums.
Sponsor News: Big Bad Toy Store
Here is a quick update from BBTS about another exciting new batch of pre-orders and more cool new arrivals.
Customizer Mega Spotlight
Tonight we highlight more of the outstanding customizing work being shown off by Yakface forum members. So kick back, and enjoy!
First off, customizing legend jedistyle leads things off with a fantastic rendition of a Duros Jedi – check it out here.
Next up, we have a cool classic style Gonk droid and more from jlw515 – great stuff you won’t want to miss!
The interesting female custom shown above is courtesy of Knighthawk – you can see several more pics of this custom and others he’s made in his customizing thread.
Last but not least, forum member stormforce customs shows off his sculpting skills with a rendition of really cool Jedi Master!
New Vintage Collection Cardbacks Revealed
Our friends at Sandtroopers.com have posted new images showcasing upcoming figures in the Vintage Collection. Head on over for carded shots of Grand Moff Tarkin, Nikto Skiff Guard, Shae Vizla and Starkiller!
Episode 339: Toy Savings Like Maul — Half Off!
Star Wars sales continue as the ramp up for Easter hits its peak; both Toys R Us and Target are both having half-off sales on Star Wars this week. On the latest Star Wars Action News podcast Marjorie and Arnie run down the sales, including how to maximize your Fighter Pods purchase, and where you can get an Ultimate Force F/X lightsaber for $10 shipped!
Also on this week’s podcast your Star Wars Action News hosts look at the latest online offerings, from large items, like Sideshow Collectibles’ life-sized Darth Malgus statue, to small items, such as Gentle Giant’s Wondercon exclusive Yoda mini-bust.
With Nathan continuing his series of comic pack reports, Steve reporting in with a toy find in the UK, and Marjorie tells how the Star Wars marketing machine shaped a very large purchase, all on this week’s Star Wars Action News!
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The Ultimate Action Figure Collection
Amazon has added a new listing to their site revealing a new action figure collecting resource book from super-fan Steve Sansweet. Star Wars: The Ultimate Action Figure Collection: 35 Years of Characters features 352 pages and is slated for an October 17, 2012 release. Pre-order yours today!
Thanks to KnightsArchive.com for the tip!
Yakfinities # 43 – Deadline Approaching
Yakfinities #43– Cantina Denizens is winding down, but there’s still a few days left to create a custom before time runs out.
Avoid disappointment and future regret by creating your own custom figure! And as always, regardless of talent level, we’ll be giving away some more figures to three random winners!