Our friends at Sandtroopers.com have posted some new images showcasing the soon-to-be-released Clone Wars Republic Attack Shuttle. There you’ll find package photos (open and closed), command base and flight mode shots as well as a look at the unique Clone Pilot only available in this set!
It’s been a big couple of weeks for fans of Star Wars and LEGOS! First, the fan-loved Lego Star Wars video game series had its third installment released. While the first two games covered the events from the movies, the Clone Wars TV Series has extended this franchise’s life as you can play LEGO mini-figs of Anakin, Obi-Wan, and Jar-Jar plus dozens more characters through the events of the first two seasons of the Clone Wars! Listen as Dan the Rockstar reviews this newest Star Wars video game!
But even more exciting for Star Wars Lego fans in southern California, Legoland just opened it’s Star Wars Miniland, and Star Wars Action News’ reporter Berent was on hand to cover the event with his son Pharoah, as well as talk to celebrities who share a love for Star Wars, including Gina Lee Nolan, Tony Hawk, Brooke Burke, and Christian Slater! And then Berent talks to Lego Master Builder Gary MacIntyre about the creation of this new LEGO park!
With Brock reviewing Paul S. Kemp’s new Old Republic novel Deceived, Jerry looking back at the history of Kenner, and Marjorie and Arnie finding more Star Wars collectibles in stores, it’s all this week on the Star Wars Action News podcast!
You can download this week’s show here or use the direct links: Audio Only or Enhanced
Tonight we take a closer look at some of the great custom efforts by Yakface forum members.
Kicking things off are some of those Stormtrooper slaughtering defenders of Endor… if Ewoks are your thing (and even if they’re not), you need to check out some amazing stuff by forumiteLuke Sprywalker here.
Next up we take a look at a great smuggler figure and several other customs by JediMerc.
Darth Cain also shares his latest custom figures, including a very cool rendition of Jodo Kast and many others here.
Last but certainly not least, check out blaster_e11‘s take on Quarren Sith Lord Darth Azard.
Our friends at Jedi Temple Archives have acquired a new list of potential Clone Wars figures!
Remember, nothing is set in stone unless Hasbro says so, and even then things can change. ; )
For those who have yet to pull the trigger on ordering Yoda’s Hut – Dagobah 12″ figure environment, here is a friendly reminder that if you choose to go the FLEXPay route, your orders must be in by this Friday (April 8). The first installment payment of $91.66 will be processed this Sunday, April 10. Don’t miss your chance in owning this amazing piece!
Gentle Giant has revealed one of the three PGM (Premier Guild Member) gift mini-busts for this year. Head on over to Gentle Giant’s Blog for a closer look at a shirtless and tattooed Darth Maul! Be sure to head back later this week when another one is revealed.
Even though Steve Sansweet has moved on from his role as Lucasfilm’s Fan Ambassador, he has not severed all ties with Lucas & Co. As Steve posted today via Facebook, he will remain as a consultant for Lucasfilm with the title of Fan Relations Advisor.
Yak reader Chad Ryan writes in to let us know that he found the Droid Gunship at one of his Target stores near Huntsville, Alabama. Like the Vintage Collection figures, distribution for new vehicles have been pretty hit or miss in some areas. So, if you are still on the lookout for this one, start checking those Target shelves again.
As another season of the Clone Wars comes to a close, StarWars.com has posted not one, but two teaser trailers for Season 4! As you can see, the next season looks to raise the bar again in terms of story and scale when compared to prior seasons. Head to the official site to view the previewthat aired right after Friday’s two-part finale as well as a special preview that was shown at this weekend’s WonderCon 2011 in San Francisco. Be on the lookout for a ton of Phase II Clone designs, new vehicles and a certain “fishy” character to make his animated debu
One of the most anticipated figures of 2011 has popped up on eBay… the first listing sold through extremely fast. Keep your eyes posted online for more if you don’t want to deal with Hasbro’s case ratios this summer and the continued distribution problems we are all seeing with this line.
Thanks to forumite stroebel83 for the heads up!