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Episode 429: SDCC Part 1 — Hasbro and High End Collector Presentations

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2014’s San Diego Comic-Con International is in the books, but there was so much at the convention it is impossible to absorb it all in 5 days–both for those at the convention as well as fans watching from home.

But now that the chaos is over take time to absorb all the news about new and upcoming releases from Hasbro, Sideshow Collectibles, eFX Collectibles, Gentle Giant, and Kotobukiya! If you missed their panels on Friday you can relive them on Star Wars Action News’ first part of their SDCC coverage. Watch these presentations and find out about all the upcoming new items.

Then join us later for the second part of San Diego Comic-Con coverage with exclusive interviews, product reviews, and news about all the exclusives at the convention!

Episode 55: Boring Conversation Anyway – SDCC Overview

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We’re back! Another long ‘Boring Conversation Anyway’ gives an in-depth SDCC overview. Regulars +Dan Curto+Yakface.com+Dorksidetoys+Tamer ofthe Shipyards & Jedi Temple Archives chew the fat over Hasbro, +Sideshow Collectibles & more. Click on through to view!

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SDCC 2014: Hasbro Presentation News

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Well it looks like we have to wait a bit longer to see all of those rumored figures to be revealed (officially) but there were some great surprises in Hasbro SDCC Presentation.

The Black Series – 6″
Hoth Luke with Wampa
Hoth Han (Blue Coat – boooo!) with Tauntaun
Emperor Palpatine
Bossk with Opening Jaws
Imperial TIE Fighter Pilot
Clone Trooper Lieutenant  (Phase I)
Shadow Stormtrooper and Scout Trooper with Speeder Bike (Target)

The Black Series – 3.75″
Commander Wolffe (Season 6)
Commander Doom
Princess Leia (Yavin Ceremony)
Chewbacca
Captain Rex
Dutch Vander
Darth Vader (Yoda’s Test)

Star Wars Rebels
Imperial Troop Transport

 

SDCC 2014 Coverage Announcement

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As we prepare to gear up our coverage for this year’s SDCC we’d like to suggest that you enable notifications for your mobile devices. We will surely be bombarding our social media channels on Facebook (fb.com/yakfacecom) and Twitter (@yak_face) with news as it breaks  — PRIOR to the news hitting our front page.

We are also conscience that some may not like the constant notfications as well so we suggest turning them OFF if so inclined.

Finally, if you see a story shared by us over the next few days, it is not an attempt to give preferential treatment to any one source or not give due credit were applicable.

All that said; sit back, relax, HAVE FUN and we hope you enjoy the show!

Yakface.com Staff

 

VANS Releases Limited Edition Vans x Star Wars™ Posters at Comic-Con 2014

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Join Vans at Lucasfilm Pavilion for Vans x Star Wars™ Designer Signings July 25 & 26

This season, Vans took off for a galaxy far, far away to launch the Vans x Star Wars™ collection for fall 2014. The collaboration brought the best of both worlds, with vintage Vans prints infused with iconic Star Wars™ artwork. To celebrate the successful project and to thank fans for their support, Vans will release these unique prints as limited edition posters exclusively at Comic-Con San Diego.

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SDCC/NYCC Exclusive Star Wars Itty Bittys from Hallmark

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In addition to the SDCC/NYCC Exclusive Wampa Keepsake Ornament*, Hallmark is offering a two-pack of itty bittys® styled after a Tusken Raider™ and a Bantha™ as seen in Star Wars: A New Hope™. Sales limited to 300 pieces per day as part of a total production run of 2,700 ($20 per pair).

Head to Hallmark.com for addition convention exclusive announcements.

*Wampa ornament is limited to 200 pieces per day as part of a total production run of 1,800 ($35 each).

Episode 428: Imperial Troops Have Entered the Podcast

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It’s just 9 days until San Diego Comic-Con International 2014! While there are sure to be surprises and last-minute reveals every day up to the convention, most of the news is out and for Star Wars fans there’s tons of programming…and shopping. Friday is Star Wars Day, starting with the Star Wars Fan Breakfast and then followed by an entire day of Star Wars panels. On this episode of the Star Wars Action News podcast Marjorie and Arnie run down all the Comic-Con programming and exclusives. Be sure to follow them on Facebook and @swactionnews on Twitter for all the updates leading up to and during the convention!
Also on this week’s show Sideshow has been taking aim at collectors’ wallets. Listen to find out about all their new pre-orders including the life-sized Darth Vader statue. Plus watch an in-depth review of Sideshow’s Exclusive Snowtrooper Premium Format Figure!