PROS: Sideshow releases what may be my favorite item thus far in their “Militaries” line. Accuracy and attention to detail in this piece are equal to none. The improved deco and weathering adds to the authenticity and realism. The included accessories and weaponry make nearly infinite configurations for display. Works well with the Hasbro produced Dewback from 2000.
CONS: Price maybe prohibitive for some collectors. Once you have one, you’ll want the previous sandtrooper releases if you don’t already have them in your collection.
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Here is a quick update from bigbadtoystore.com about another batch of cool new pre-orders like Lightsaber Lamps, the Ultimate Unison 12″ Han Solo and more new arrivals.
Sideshow has also updated with the addition of pre-orders for the Anakin Skywalker and Darth Vader Lightsaber Desktop Lamps. Perfect for any collectors’ room!
The newest 12″ Clone Trooper is now available for pre-order at Sideshow Collectibles. Complete your clone collection with the addition of the 442 Siege Battalion Clone Trooper today!
Our friends at JediDefender are reporting that Vintage Collection figures, specifically wave 4 (AOTC), have been found at TJ Maxx and for the super low price of $4.99! Head in over for the pic and check those stores if you have them in your area.
During these slow days for new product on the pegs, one of the best ways to add figures to your collection is to make your own – and today we spotlight some of the finest work in the Yakface forums!
Leading things off is forum member Stronox with a jaw dropping rendition of Galen Marek from The Force Unleashed franchise… check it out!
Next, PackRatStudios shows off a killer custom Clone Scout atop a fierce Reek on Geonosis – be sure to check out his customizing thread for more pics!
The master of sculpting returns as well with more eye-popping work, including the ever-desirable Tonnika Sisters – check out more work by Sithfire30 by clicking here!
Last but not least, customizer tokiravensky shows off some outstanding Sith Lords and more in his customizing thread!
Our friends at Echo Base News have learned in their latest QnA session with Hasbro, that Jedi Master Pong Krell is indeed coming to the Clone Wars line. An ETA isn’t given but one would hope/expect that this will be one of the few new figures revealed for 2012 at Toy Fair.
With Crosscurrent, Paul S Kemp made his mark on Star Wars fiction by telling an exciting and violent tale of Jedi locked in battle with Sith, but when that story ended fans were left wondering what the future held for Jaden Korr and the mysterious Jedi clones he encountered. Now Kemp is back with the sequel novel Riptide, and back on Star Wars Action News to talk about the development of the novel, it’s themes of identity and nature versus nurture, and where the story of Jaden Korr might lead.
Also on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast, Marjorie and Arnie provide an update on the packing of the Sithsonian, we have a store report about new Wal-Mart exclusives, and a Hasbro Q&A. All this and more on this week’s Star Wars Action News!
