Those looking to pick up the Clone Wars Rise of Boba Fett Ultmate Battle Pack might want to hold out for one more week, as this is going to be part of the Toys”R”Us Big Toy Book promotion starting on 10/31. This set will be on sale for $79.99 – a savings of $20- $30 depending on your store’s pricing.
Wattographs is pleased to announce is September autograph signings with three, first-ever signers Paul Springer and Dan Madsen! Plus a special VERY LIMITED signing with Denis Lawson!
Lawson played X-Wing pilot Wedge Antilles in all 3 original Star Wars films. Wattographs will be attending the Collectormania even in London next month to attend his first ever signing! We are taking send-in items from fans’ and have limited spots available. We will be picking up some show provided photos, signed by Lawson to have available in the store afterwards. Personal items need to arrive with Wattographs by November 1st –so do not delay! See Wattographs.com for full details!
Springer played Jabba the Hutt’s lackey Ree-Yees, a Gamorrean Guard, and a Mon Calamari Officer in “Return of the Jedi.” He also assisted to various puppet work in Phil Tippett’s creature shop during the film. His other film credits include “Little Shop of Horrors” and “Who Framed Roger Rabbit.” Mr. Springer will be signing official photographs and fans’ personal collectibles!
Dan Madsen played the kaadu handler Dams Denna in “The Phantom Menace.” Dan founded the Lucasfilm Fan Club Magazine which became the Star Wars Insider. He also pioneered the Official Star Trek and Lord of the Rings Fan Clubs and their magazine publications. Right now, Dan is working with Clone Wars voice talent Ashley Eckstein campaigning Eckstein’s new Her Universe clothing line. Dan will be providing and signing character photos from Star Wars as well as fans’ personal items!
Signing ends November 15thth at 11:59:59. Personal items need to arrive with Wattographs by that date. Check out Wattographs.com for full signing details!
The official site has announced a new hardcover novel from renowned Star Wars author Timothy Zahn. Choices of One is set between A New Hope and The Empire Strikes Back and features Luke, Han, Leia and Mara Jade! Head to StarWars.com for more details.
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of Kit Fisto from the Clone Wars Collection.
PROS: The added articulation in the legs and soft goods “skirt” make this the near-perfect revision to the prior figure from 2009. Nice touch supplying the lightsaber from his slain former padawan.
CONS:Despite having a phenomenal head sculpt, its design prevents any real head movement/positioning.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
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Our friends at Sandtroopers have received a few new images today showcasing some yet-to-be-officially-announced figures for the Clone Wars line. Head on over for an advanced look at Clone Trooper Hevy (in Training Armor), Obi-Wan Kenobi (new sculpt), Cad Bane (new sculpt) w/TODO-360 and Ahsoka’s astromech, R7-A7!
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of the Battle Droid Commander from the Clone Wars Collection.
PROS: A nice repaint of the basic battle droid mold. The figure has a nice silver/metallic wash in areas in addition to the yellow commander markings.
CONS: Legs lack articulation (knee and ankle) that would really help in the overall stability and playability of the figure. The legs also warp very easily making the use of a display stand almost mandatory. Finally, and extra joint in the arms (recycled from the Battle at B’Omarr Monastery sculpt) would/should have been utilized here as well.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of Mace Windu from the Clone Wars Collection.
PROS: An excellent upgrade to the previous version in terms of articulation, head sculpt and utilization of soft goods.
CONS: None.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
Remember, you can weigh in with your impressions on the figures we add to our toyguide on facebook and in our forums.
For Star Wars fans, the biggest gaming event of 2010 is in 2 weeks! No, not Rock Band, the long-awaited follow up to the groundbreaking bestseller The Force Unleashed titled (wait for it…) The Force Unleashed *II*! The staff of Star Wars Action News are excited for the return of Starkiller, and so this week they begin three weeks of the best Force Unleashed 2 release coverage on the web by interviewing Sean Williams, author of both Force Unleashed novelizations. Arnie talked to Sean about the writing process of the books, as well as Sean’s other Star Wars tie-in novel, The Old Republic — Fatal Alliance!
Also this week on the show, find out what Hasbro exclusives are showing up in stores, Brock reviews The Making of The Empire Strikes Back, and Marjorie and Arnie run down eFX Collectibles newest pre-order for their TIE Fighter model!
All this and more on this week’s Star Wars Action News!
You can download this week’s show here or use the direct links: Audio Only or Enhanced
Despite my local Target not resetting for the glut of new products scheduled this week, they have at least enacted several Temporary Price Reductions on the 2009 Series of Geonosis Arena Sets (down to $9.99 each) and several of the Lego Sets. Check your stores for similar deals
The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of Aurra Sing from the Clone Wars Collection.
PROS: One of the best figures in the entire Star Wars line, not just the Clone Wars segment. She is wonderfully articulated, accessorized and captures the unique design style of the animated series perfectly.
CONS: The antenna on her head is a little wonky and too close to the center of her head. A bit of silver/gray paint would have gone a long way toward improving it.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.