With SDCC 2011 a week away, we’ve opened a thread in the forums asking what you think we will be seeing (apart from the already leaked photos) from the various manufacturers. Head on in and post your predictions and join the conversation.
Toyguide Update: 2008-2010 TLC Figures
Slowly but surely, we are getting the older sections of the Toyguide back online after being disabled since the server switchover. Now for your review, I’ve activated the basic figures 2008-2009 (blue) and 2009-2010 (red) Legacy Collection sections. There may be a couple wonky links here and there but those will be worked out soon.
Thanks to all who’ve emailed asking about the status of the Toyguide, this section in particular.
Customizer Mega Spotlight
Today we spotlight more of the great working being showcased in the Yakface forums!
First, Peakob1 updates with several great new customs, including an outstanding revamp of the Ewok, Teebo.
Then we shift over and check out some amazing work from Stocos28 – which includes a hardcore representation of a new Sith Lord from the upcoming TOR video game – check out his latest customs here.
Last but not least, forum member Knighthawk reveals some fantastic new customs of his own, including two version of a cool fan fiction female character living a double life in the Star Wars universe.
New LEGO Sets In-Stock at Toys”R”Us
Toys”R”Us.com has updated their online store with several new Star Wars Prequel, Original Trilogy and Clone Wars LEGO Sets. Head on over to check them all out!
Thanks to Yak Reader Shane S. for the tip!
Sideshow Reveals 12″ Cantina Environment
You’ll never buy a more wretched hive of scum and villainy. Sideshow Collectibles reveals a doozy of a preview today… a 12″ scale version of Chalmun’s Cantina. Head on over for a glimpse at what maybe the best 1/6th scale environment yet!
Episode 303: Countdown to ComicCon
San Diego Comic Con panels have been announced and more than Star Wars day, it’s Star Wars every day with panels on Clone Wars Season 4, Star Wars Kinect, High End Star Wars Collectibles, Star Wars Books, and the always anticipated Hasbro Star Wars panel which will be broadcast live from swactionnews.com (bandwidth permitting). On this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast, Marjorie and Arnie run down the latest Comic Con news, including new exclusives announced from Toys R Us, Acme Archives, and Mimoco.
And also at this year’s San Diego Comic Con, Star Wars Action News will be arranging a Star Wars Fan breakfast the Friday of ComicCon! If you are interested in attending, please RSVP to show@swactionnews.com and we will e-mail you details!
With news on the latest Sideshow life-sized mini-bust, and where you can find Wave 7 figures, the Republic Attack Shuttle, and the new B-Wing, it’s all this week on Star Wars Action News!
Regular Version:
http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/SWAN303.MP3
Enhanced Version
http://www.swactionnews.com/Podcasts/Enhanced/SWAN303.M4A
12″ Commander Gree and Battle Droid Set Pre-orders at Sideshow
Sideshow Collectibles has also updated adding pre-orders for the Exclusive editions of the 12″ Commander Gree and Infantry Battle Droids! Head on over to order yours today!
Indiana Jones City of Tanis – Map Room Environment
Sideshow Collectibles has updated today revealing great new Indiana Jones item – The City of Tanis Map Room Environment! Head to Sideshow to pre-order yours today!
Sponsor News: K&C Collectibles
K & C Collectibles has received the latest Star Wars Vintage Collection and Deluxe Vehicle with Figure Collection. We also added a lot of older comics, Wizard of the Coast – Alliance and Empire miniatures and Clone Wars miniatures. July Pre-Order merchandise section has been added.
NEW: Vintage Collection Figures:
VC55 – Logray (Ewok Medicine Man)
VC54 – ARC Trooper Commander
VC53 – Bom Vimdin (Cantina Patron)
VC52 – Rebel Fleet Trooper
VC51 – Barriss Offee (Jedi Padawan)
VC50 – Han Solo (Bespin Outfit)
TVC Price Drop at Target?
While venturing out today in search of TVC wave 7 (which I didn’t find, BTW) I noticed that the Target store in my area have lowered their TVC pricing to match the Clone Wars and Saga Legends assortments. Hopefully this lower price will clear out the dregs and make way for new product.