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Episode 20: The Storm Before the Storm

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In this episode of The Realm Recap we discuss the latest official reveals (and leaks) from Hasbro, Jakks Pacific, Medicom and more as San Diego Comic Con looms large on the horizon and our wallets. We also discuss a few new pre-orders launched from Gentle Giant and we touch a bit on some Star Wars Rebels, Episode VII,VIII, IX and spin-off film rumors. It’s the storm before the storm on this week’s episode of The Realm Recap! 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.

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SDCC Exclusive 31″ Shadow Stormtrooper

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The Hollywood Reporter has posted that Jakks Pacific will be offering a Exclusive 31″ Shadow Stormtrooper at this year’s SDCC.

Produced in association with Lucasfilm, each of the 500 figures will be individually marked to record when it was produced, according to the manufacturer. Standing 31 inches tall, the JAKKS Shadow Storm Trooper has 7 points of articulation and carries an imperial blaster. The figure will be only be available at this year’s San Diego Comic-Con, with a retail price of $50.00. 

 

UPDATE: SDCC Exclusive Hot Wheels Darth Vader Die-Cast Car Details

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USA Today has posted a reveal of the SDCC Exclusive Hot Wheels Darth Vader Die-Cast Car. Featuring lights and sounds, this limited edition display box (with car) will be available during SDCC for $40.00 and available through HotWheelsCollectors.com after the event.

UPDATE: Hot Wheels Collectors has updated today with a new loose shot of the car. What do you think?

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UPDATE: SDCC Exclusive: My Cool Carstuff Stormtrooper Floor Mats

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My Cool Car Stuff has announced via Instagram a series of limited edition Stormtrooper floor mats that will be available for purchase each day of this year’s San Diego Comic-Con. Click on through for the details.

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SDCC Exclusive Keychains from MyCoolCarStuff

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We’re only a few weeks away from San Diego Comic-Con so expect the list of Star Wars exclusives to ramp up. MyCoolCarStuff has revealed via Instagram an exclusive box set of Boba Fett themed keychains, adding to their expanding inventory of Star Wars automotive merchandise.

Thanks to SDCC Blog for the heads-up.

Episode 399 Part II: SDCC 2013 — The Panels, The Toys, and More!

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The world’s largest convention, San Diego Comic-Con International, is winding down but with all the news and reveals at the convention Star Wars fans have much to look forward to!  Join the Star Wars Action News crew as they report on all the new collectible news from Hasbro, Gentle Giant, Kotobukiya, Diamond Select, Sideshow Collectibles, and so much more!

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Episode 396: Orange, Black, and Silver

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The 3.75-inch Black Series is looming and new packaged shots are being released of the first wave of figures with Padme, Biggs, Luke, Vader, and more.  But despite the eagerness of Star Wars collectors for new figures, fans are having a mixed reaction to the new packaging for these figures.  On this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast hosts Marjorie and Arnie are joined by their Marvelicious Toys co-host Justin, a graphic designer and packaging expert, to examine Hasbro’s latest  Star Wars designs.

Also on this week’s show, Johnathan updates us what’s in stores and online, Steve the Gingerprince reports from Collectormania, and Arnie and Marjorie celebrate a new Ewok LEGO set.  All that and more on this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast!

Plus on this week’s show is an update on Third Annual SDCC Star Wars Fan Breakfast!  On Friday, July 19th, at 7:30 a.m. come to the Edgewater Grill at Seaport Village to talk Star Wars with friends!  It’s walking distance from the convention center, and prizes will be given away from sponsors Hallmark, Uncle Milton, Diamond Select Toys, Kotobukiya, Random House Audio, and more!  There is no cost to attend, just pay for what you order for breakfast!  To attend, just RSVP by July 10th to fanbreakfast@swactionnews.com with how many people are in your party and we hope to see you in San Diego!

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