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Toyguide Update: SDCC Exclusive Luke Skywalker (McQuarrie Concept) Mini Bust

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The Yakface Toyguide updates resume today as we take a look at the SDCC Exclusive Luke Skywalker (McQuarrie Concept) Mini Bust from Gentle Giant.

PROS:  It’s hard to believe that it has been four years since the release of the Darth Vader (McQuarrie Concept) Mini Bust, but alas, this year’s offering is the perfect complement to it. The interpretive design, much like the Kotobukiya and Hasbro releases before it, captures Ralph McQuarrie’s original style and vision for the hero. The sculpt and paint apps are impressive leaving little room for improvement. Essentially, this is a must-have for any McQuarrie aficionado or mini bust collector.

CONS: None. It’s pretty fantastic.

Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this bust is worth adding to your collection.

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Episode 25: Nay (SDCC) Jabba No Bodda

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Now that the freshness and con-stink of SDCC has worn off, The Realm Recap returns this week to a state of normalcy but one thing remains…. Jabba! Is Monday the day that HasbroToyShop mercifully puts their SDCC Exclusive(s) up for pre-order or will they drag this cruel game out for another week? We also discuss the latest store reports as new product is officially starting to hit retailer shelves now. Click on through to check out the latest episode and feel free to subscribe to our channel and leave suggestions on what you’d like to see covered on the show.

Also, if you prefer an audio-only version, a downloadable MP3 is available as well.

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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).