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Episode 495: Summer ’17 Cons: D23 & SDCC

The exclusives, the news, the reveals!

Force Friday is a few short weeks away and (aside from a few leaks) Star Wars fans have little idea what to expect. But some news was had at the two big Star Wars events in July — D23 and SDCC!

On this new Star Wars Action News podcast Daryl joins Arnie and Marjorie to bring first-hand accounts from both conventions. Find out about the exclusives, the reveals, and more!

Rumor Report: Interactive/Electronic Porgs

A lot of squawking has been happening since the Porgs were officially revealed in the behind the scenes video for The Last Jedi at D23. Upon revisiting a few coded listings for products, “IP Beak” is all but officially confirmed to be an Interactive Plush Porg. Nothing earth shattering or previously theorized, but as we approach Force Friday II, and unofficial checklists are being put together, it’s helpful to know what these things are despite their coded aliases.

D23 Exclusive Elite Series Premium Figures

Nerdist has posted the exclusive first looks at 3 new Disney Store Elite Series Premium Action Figure Sets that will be revealed in conjunction with D23. Head on over Princess Leia (Hoth) and Darth Vader, Jyn Erso (Eadu) and Director Krennic and Rey (Resistance) and Kylo Ren (Unmasked). Each set is $79.95 and limited to 1000 pieces an feature multiple accessories and soft goods clothing.