{"id":13502,"date":"1999-07-31T16:05:39","date_gmt":"1999-07-31T21:05:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/yakfaceforums.com\/main\/?p=13502"},"modified":"2013-09-16T16:06:02","modified_gmt":"2013-09-16T21:06:02","slug":"july-1999-archive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/yakfaceforums.com\/main\/1999\/07\/31\/july-1999-archive\/","title":{"rendered":"July 1999 Archive"},"content":{"rendered":"

TRU Reserve Ticket Problems<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:20 pm (7\/31)<\/span><\/p>\n

Thanks to George for the news.
\n“For all the people that reserved their 12″ F\/X Figures from TRU don’t expect a call from them I just walked in today to see the figures on the shelf like any regular figure, I asked the manager and she told they screwed up with that because they did not take any names or phone #’s to call anybody, so I suggest to start calling your local store to verify if they already have them in, otherwise sit back and let everybody else pick them up before you do it.”<\/span><\/p>\n

EE news Feed<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:20 pm (7\/31)<\/span><\/p>\n

Entertainment Earth<\/a>\u00a0has Wave 20 (69570J, SW Fig. Asst. Coll. 1 Wave 20, $114.99) IN STOCK.
\nThis assortment contains 2x Mon Mothma, 2x Chewbacca as Boushh’s Bounty, 2x Lobot, 2x Orrimaarko (Prune Face), 1x Princess Leia (all new likeness), 1x Blastshield Luke, 1x R2-D2 with datalink tools, 1x pull-apart C-3P0, 1x Leia Ewok Celebration, 1x Bespin Luke, 1x Bespin Han Solo, 1x Luke Ceremonial Outfit all on Freeze Frame Action Slide cards.<\/span><\/p>\n

Super Deformed Ep I figs<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:20 pm (7\/31)<\/span><\/p>\n

The Outer Rim<\/a>\u00a0has pics of Super Deformed Ep I figs (non-windup).<\/span><\/p>\n

New Episode 1 Toys Released!<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0starforce<\/a>\u00a0@ 3:00 pm (7\/31)<\/span><\/p>\n

Electronic 12″ Qui-Gon Jinn and Jar Jar Binks have been spotted at a Toys ‘R’ Us in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. All three Episode 1 12″ electronic dolls are now out! Thanks to “jbeardsley” for the info.<\/span><\/p>\n

Scans of Insider Celebration Passes<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0starforce<\/a>\u00a0@ 3:00 pm (7\/31)<\/span><\/p>\n

Brian has posted a couple scans of the Denver Celebration Passes being sold at mosespa.com. Click below to check them out!<\/span><\/p>\n

–\u00a0Back of pass signed by Ahmed Best<\/a>
\n–\u00a0Front of case the passes come in<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Target Lego Yoda<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0dlr<\/a>\u00a0@ 9:10 pm (7\/30)<\/span><\/p>\n

Dack the Lego maniac contacted us saying he was able to handle the Target Lego Yoda and let’s us know this info- “..It’s too light to be solid so It must be hollow, and I was informed it takes 840 pieces to build…”<\/span><\/p>\n

Rebel Pilots OUT!\u00a0<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 8:10 pm (7\/30)<\/span><\/p>\n

Reports of the Rebel Pilots 3 pack showing up in the US are now startng to come in. So far it has only been found at Shopko, just like the Skiff Guards when they first came out.<\/span><\/p>\n

Celebration Passes<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 8:10 pm (7\/30)<\/span><\/p>\n

There are no differences in the passes being sold at Mos Espa then the ones given out at the event. This is confirmed by a fan club representative. Thanks to Grant for the news.
\n**note from dlr- yes there is a difference. On the back there is a small line of text that says somthing about a reproduction, The originals at the denver show had nothing on the back.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

Yoda Give-A-Way in Canada<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 3:15 pm (7\/30)<\/span><\/p>\n

Ed sent in this news:<\/p>\n

“Just wanted to tell you that Save-on-Foods in Canada has 76 (1 per store) life-size Yoda figures (Approximate value $500). Contest closes August 7, 1999. You have to have a Save-on-more card (free) and purchase a “participating sweepstakes product.” (case of pepsi, lay’s chips, etc…)”<\/span><\/p>\n

Panaka and Naboo Soldier pics<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 1:15 pm (7\/30)<\/span><\/p>\n

Rebelscum<\/a>\u00a0has posted pics of Panaka and the Naboo Trooper carded. check it out.<\/span><\/p>\n

12″ Elec Maul Variation\u00a0<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:00 pm (7\/29)<\/span><\/p>\n

There is a variation on the packaging for the Electronic Darth Maul. Some have a sticker warning label and some have it printed on. Thanks to Brandon for the news.<\/span><\/p>\n

New Pictures!<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 8:35 pm (7\/29)<\/span><\/p>\n

Alright!\u00a0Rebelscum.com<\/a>\u00a0posted card scans of Gonk with Jawa, Super-Articulated Stormtrooper, and Darth Vader with Interrogation Droid.<\/span><\/p>\n

Electronic Darth Maul<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 3:00 pm (7\/28)<\/span><\/p>\n

The 12″ Electronic Darth Maul is now showing up at K-mart in large quantities but is $29.99<\/span><\/p>\n

Figures in Action<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0dlr<\/a>\u00a0@ 7:15 pm (7\/28)<\/span><\/p>\n

Figures in Action<\/a>\u00a0has opened their doors officially and want you to stop on by to check ’em out.<\/span><\/p>\n

2.5″ Ep I fig News<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:30 pm (7\/27)<\/span><\/p>\n

Mr. Anonymous stopped by again and let us know that the “foreign release mini figs will be available through the Hasbro internet eventually as a set. Included will be the mini naboo fighter with anakin.” No word on when though.<\/span><\/p>\n

“Destiny” Can Picture<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 2:45 pm (7\/26)<\/span><\/p>\n

And after a week of suspense, someone finally posted a picture of the 25th Star Wars Can – Destiny. Check out\u00a0this site<\/a>\u00a0to see a scan of the store display that shows what the can looks like.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ep I Pinball Game pics<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 2:55 pm (7\/25)<\/span><\/p>\n

Here are some pics of the upcoming Ep I pinball game. Thanks to Dan for the pics.
\nPic 1<\/a>
\nPic 2<\/a>
\nPic 3<\/a>
\nPic 4<\/a>
\n<\/span><\/p>\n

Dave’s Collector’s Companion<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0starforce<\/a>\u00a0@ 9:20 am (7\/24)<\/span><\/p>\n

A while back we posted info about software called Dave’s Collector’s Companion. It is great software that keeps track of your Star Wars collection and it has a lot of great features. He has now completed the final version and you can download a free demo athttp:\/\/www.caseclosedgame.com\/collector\/<\/a>. If you buy it, tell ’em yakface.com sent you!<\/span><\/p>\n

12″ Elec. Maul<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0hfsolo<\/a>\u00a0@ 8:00 am (7\/24)<\/span><\/p>\n

He has now been spotted at KB Toys for the hefty price of $37 plus tax.<\/span><\/p>\n

R2D2 Snapshot<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0hfsolo<\/a>\u00a0@ 8:00 am (7\/24)<\/span><\/p>\n

The scene where R2 falls off the landing platform and uses his jets to save himself is the latest snapshot at\u00a0www.starwars.com<\/a>\u00a0so stop by and check it out. Thanks to Mike for the tip.<\/span><\/p>\n

Young Jedi CCG<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0hfsolo<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:30 pm (7\/23)<\/span><\/p>\n

If you collect these, you can check out\u00a0Decipher<\/a>\u00a0for the latest release dates for the remaining 2 expansion sets. Thanks to Chris for the tip.<\/span><\/p>\n

12″ out?<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0hfsolo<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:30 pm (7\/23)<\/span><\/p>\n

The new 12″ wave (ob-1, battle droid and watto) is out. And showing up so far only at FAO around the country.<\/span><\/p>\n

The Falcon\u00a0<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0hfsolo<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:30 pm (7\/23)<\/span><\/p>\n

On sale at Service Merchandise. Only $35. This may not be at all stores.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mos Espa Encounter<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:20 pm (7\/22)<\/span><\/p>\n

According to\u00a0Rebelscum<\/a>\u00a0the Mos Espa Encounter is now available to order at\u00a0Entertainment Earth<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Box OFfice Record in Japan<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0hfsolo<\/a>\u00a0@ 8:00 pm (7\/22)<\/span><\/p>\n

The Phantom Menace earned 21.6 Million (2.55 billion yen) in its first week. Here are the US totals.
\n1 Titanic (Para) 12\/19\/97 $600,743,440
\n2 Star Wars (Fox) 5\/25\/77 $460,987,469*
\n3 E.T. (Univ) 6\/11\/82 $399,804,539*
\n4 The Phantom Menace (Fox) 5\/19\/99 $395,201,250
\n<\/span><\/p>\n

Mos Espa Encounter OUT!<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 6:50 pm (7\/22)<\/span><\/p>\n

The Mos Espa Encounter 3 pack (Jar-Jar, Sebubla and Anakin) has been found at Wal-mart in FL, CA and PA.<\/span><\/p>\n

12″ Elec Darth Maul OUT!<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:20 pm (7\/21)<\/span><\/p>\n

The 12″ Electronic Darth Maul has started to show up at Wal-mart for $29.96 a piece. So far it has been found in Indiana, Iowa and Illinois.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pepsi’s Destiny Pt. 2<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 10:35 pm (7\/21)<\/span><\/p>\n

Canadian Pepsi Check!<\/span><\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0starforce<\/a>\u00a0@ 10:15 pm (7\/21)<\/span><\/p>\n

Theforce.net<\/a>\u00a0has posted a scan of the check being mailed out to people in Canada who found the gold Yoda can and sent it in.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pepsi’s Destiny?<\/b><\/span>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 3:26 am (7\/21)<\/span><\/p>\n

Okay, sorry about being out of the updating loop latley, but today I saw a display at my local Wal-Mart. It had that Pepsi Star Wars Alien (forgot how to spell his name) and it pictured a new, never-before-seen Star Wars can. It’s full color, not the usual black, white, and gray cans, and it has Anakin in the foreground with Darth Vader in the backround. There was a paragraph that talked about Anakin’s destiny, but I didn’t have time to read it, and the gray plate where the characters names go it said something like “Limited Edition: Destiny.” I can’t find anyone who knows about this can, and I’m wondering if it’s like the randomly inserted Yoda can, or will it be sold in mass as basically a final can? Does anyone know?\u00a0E-mail me if you do<\/a>. Thanks.<\/span><\/p>\n

Recalled Ep I figs<\/b><\/span>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 10:55 pm (7\/18)<\/span><\/p>\n

It turns out the only Ep I figures being recalled by Hasbro are Padme, Ric Olie, Chancellor Valorum, and Senator Palpatine. Thanks to Chris the KB manager for the info.<\/p>\n

Ebay and yakface.com email<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0dlr<\/a>\u00a0@ 7:00pm (7\/18)<\/span><\/p>\n

If you have an email account set up with our free email system here you must realize that your email address is “yourname”@yakfacesrealm.com not YAKFACE.COM. We have been recieving emails from ebay from people trying to register accounts with them. If you type in “yourname”@yakface.com it just forwards to the webmaster here at the realm. Please make note of this.<\/span><\/p>\n

Mos Espa Encounter Boxed<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 3:05 pm (7\/17)<\/span><\/p>\n

Outer Rim<\/a>\u00a0has pics of the Mos Espa Encounter 3 pack boxed.<\/span><\/p>\n

NEW 12″ figs for 2000<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:05 pm (7\/16)<\/span><\/p>\n

Mr Anonymous stopped by again and gaves us a partial list of NEW 12″ figs for 2000 and they are:
\n– 12″ Biker scout with Speeder Bike
\n– 12″ Lando Skiff
\n– 12″ 2-1B
\n– 12″ Gammorean Guard
\n– 12″ two-pack of the Queen and Qui-gon in the portrait collection boxes<\/span><\/p>\n

Hallmark Ornaments<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0hfsolo<\/a>\u00a0@ 10:50 pm (7\/16)<\/span><\/p>\n

Don’t forget that Hallmark will be unveiling thier ornaments tomorrow on the 17th. If you are getting this years ornaments and have not preordered, you may want to stop in your local store in the morning.<\/span><\/p>\n

KB Pulling Figs<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0hfsolo<\/a>\u00a0@ 10:50 pm (7\/16)<\/span><\/p>\n

Thanks to Vinny for the news. It seems KB Toys are doing the same as TRU. The figures being pulled there are Ric Ollie, Senator Palpatine, Padme Naberrie, Darth Sidious and Watto.<\/span><\/p>\n

Awesome Customs!<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 2:03 pm (7\/16)<\/span><\/p>\n

If you liked the R2-MaulToo Custom I posted about a couple of weeks back, then you’ll love these! From the same guy, Harry Toor, comesWicket Fett<\/a>,\u00a0Ewok Trooper<\/a>,\u00a03P-Maul<\/a>, and the return of\u00a0R2-MaulToo<\/a>. If you are interested in these, I’m pretty sure Harry has them on eBay from time-to-time, but you can e-mail him at\u00a0briareos76@hotmail.com<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Naboo Fighter patch<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:45 am (7\/16)<\/span><\/p>\n

Don’t forget that today\u00a0Nintendo<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0LucasArts<\/a>\u00a0will be announcing how to be the Naboo Fighter in Rogue Squadron (PC and Nin 64).<\/span><\/p>\n

Mini Ep I figs News<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:20 pm (7\/15)<\/span><\/p>\n

Here is the lowdown on what the deal is with the mini Ep I figs. Thanks to mr. anonymous for the news.
\n“The mini-figs have been made for foreign release only. They have been produced at a lower cost as a lot of nations have people that cannot afford the high prices because of the commtech, etc. There are also mini vehicles, a naboo fighter for instance.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Maul Sabers<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0hfsolo<\/a>\u00a0@ 10:30 pm (7\/15)<\/span><\/p>\n

Toys R Us in Springfield has the Maul sabers and they have a little bubble that said “With battery protector.” That means that the safe ones are out in Ohio. Thanks to Joe for the update.<\/span><\/p>\n

Ree Yees and DST Complaints<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 7:42 pm (7\/15)<\/span><\/p>\n

R’kik D’nec sent this story in:<\/p>\n

“On July 26th I ordered the Ree-Yees and Death Star Trooper from shop.starwars.com for 19.96 + shipping. The service and speed of the package arrivin at my house was second to none. The unfortunate thing was that the Ree-yees card must have been stepped on, creased, and then played football with as bad as it’s card was! The Death Star Trooper wasn’t as bad but it was bent and the bubble was smashed a bit. For the last few weeks I have complained and complained and bargained and bargained but to no avail they keep saying that what happens during shipping is not their fault. I can see where they are coming from butI doubt these figures had this happen to them durring shipping. The package looked fine and it was stuffed full of styrofoam but this really sux!”<\/p>\n

No need to worry if this happens to you! Simply call 1-800-TRUE-FAN and tell them what happened to you. You should be directed onto customer service where they ask you to send it back via UPS, and then they’ll repay you for the shipping costs and send you a replacement set. This happened to me with the Episode 1 Poster B and I got a mint one a few weeks later!<\/span><\/p>\n

No Ep I playsets until August<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 2:33 pm (7\/15)<\/span><\/p>\n

Thanks to Eric.
\n“I spoke with a Hasbro Employee at my local TRU and asked about the new playset due in tomorrow (July 15) and she informed me that TRU will NOT be getting them in. In fact they will probably not see them until the beginning of Aug. This is Hasbro’s delay, not the fault of TRU.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Skiff Guards OUT!<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:10 pm (7\/14)<\/span><\/p>\n

The first reports of the Skiff Guards being found in the US have come in. We’ve recieved reports of the Skiff Guards being found at Shopko in WI and Idaho. Thanks to Richard and Aaron for the news.<\/span><\/p>\n

KB Satisfaction!<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 4:00 pm (7\/14)<\/span><\/p>\n

Thanks to Jason for sending in this VERY helpful news. If you had a problem with a KB Online Order, simply go to their\u00a0Customer Satisfaction page<\/a>\u00a0and follow the directions. Hopefully you’ll be able to get what you truely want.<\/span><\/p>\n

Hasbro fig pulling<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 3:45 pm (7\/14)<\/span><\/p>\n

Thanks to Chuck for the following info.
\n“My wife, Misty, used to work for HASBRO as a rep. She frequently would receive boxes from HASBRO, along with a list of certain figures, and would pull them off the shelves. This only happened at TRU and WALMART. She did it with the SHADOWS figures, Weequay, Ponda Baba, and too many others to remember off hand. They would do this once every quarter in order to clear out low selling figures in order to make room for new assortments. She would pull a certain number of each figure from each store, and whatever was left was left, be it 3 of each or 30. The figures were then left with the store manager, who would apply a UPS shipping label, and send them back to HASBRO. I think the store would receive credit for returned figures. She never found out what HASBRO does with them once they were returned.”<\/span><\/p>\n

More About Taco Bell<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 1:15 pm (7\/14)<\/span><\/p>\n

Billy wrote in to say his local Taco Bell is now giving away Cup Toppers instead of toys in their kid meals since they are now out of toys.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fan Club 2-Packs Showing Up<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 1:09 pm (7\/14)<\/span><\/p>\n

Thanks to all who sent this news in. The Ree Yees\/Death Star Trooper 2-Packs from the Fan Club are showing up now, and to the dissapointment of anyone still trying to cash in on these “rare” figures, they are .00 invidually carded with slide, just like the ones that were in stores. They come with two action stands, and some other suprises like a Young Jedi Sample Deck and a Mace Windu action figure, depending on your order.<\/span><\/p>\n

Card Site<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 1:34 pm (7\/13)<\/span><\/p>\n

If you’re out browsing the web today and are wondering about Star Wars Trading Cards, be sure to stop by\u00a0StarWarsCards.net<\/a>. It’s a nice site with a price guide, store, and much more!<\/span><\/p>\n

Amazon Toys<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 1:14 pm (7\/13)<\/span><\/p>\n

Amazon.com<\/a>\u00a0has now opened a Toy and Game section that is carrying such items for Tarpals, OOM-9, Ody Mandrell, Mace Windu, and some other hard-to find figures for $7.99 each. I’ve also recieved news from Jason saying that the Darth Maul with Sith Speeder is available there for a nice $6.99 plus shipping, and the Beru wave for only $5.99 each plus shipping!<\/span><\/p>\n

Only at TRU<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 1:10 pm (7\/13)<\/span><\/p>\n

It appears the removing of low selling figs off the pegs is only happening at TRU. I went to my local TRU today and the bins and pegs went from overflowing to half full in 2 days. But, at Target and other stores there were still plenty of Ric Olies, Palpatine, and others. So don’t go paying insane prices for these figures there are still lots out there.<\/span><\/p>\n

Hasbro recalling figs?<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 10:31 am (7\/13)<\/span><\/p>\n

Thanks to Patrick for the follwing news.
\n“Hasbro is in the process of “recalling” three current figures becasue of low sells and high inventory. The three figures are Ric Olie, Senator Palpatine, Padme Naberrie. The TRU I work at only kept thirty of each figure.
\nCould this be happening all over the country? Only time will tell.<\/span><\/p>\n

Carded Gallia<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 12:10 am (7\/13)<\/span><\/p>\n

Here is your first look at the carded Adi Gallia! Click a following link to see each side of her.\u00a0Front<\/a>\/Back<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

12″ Leia Service<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 4:33 pm (7\/12)<\/span><\/p>\n

ServiceMerchandise.com<\/a>\u00a0has the 12″ Hoth Leia for a nice $7.92 each. Item # 57110KE. Thanks to Mark for the news.
\n*Update 6:16 PM*<\/span>: Seems that they increased the price to around $9.90 plus around $7-8 for shipping. In the end, it’s only about $2-3 cheaper than it is in stores.<\/b><\/span><\/p>\n

Mini Hasbro Figs<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 12:15 am (7\/12)<\/span><\/p>\n

It looks like Hasbro is making some sort of mini Ep I line. Take a look at this pic of\u00a02.5 inch Ep I figs<\/a>\u00a0from Hasbro.<\/span><\/p>\n

Cheap KB Toys<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:02 am (7\/12)<\/span><\/p>\n

Thanks to everyone who sent this news in.\u00a0KBToys.com (Now KBKids.com)<\/a>\u00a0has these Episode 1 figures for sale for only $2.95 plus free shipping! C-3PO, Darth Sidious, Jar Jar Binks, Queen Amidala (Naboo), Ric Olie, Senator Palpatine, Obi-Wan Kenobi (Jedi Duel), Chancellor Valorum, Watto, Qui-Gon Jinn (Jedi Duel), Padme Naberrie.<\/span><\/p>\n

KMart Lay’s Posters<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 10:54 am (7\/12)<\/span><\/p>\n

Thanks to Marilyn for sending in\u00a0a scan of the KMart Circular<\/a>\u00a0and this information:<\/p>\n

“They are offering 4 SW Limited Edition character posters when you buy two 12 packs or one 24 pack of Pepsi, DP, P1 or MD AND 5 oz. or larger bag of Lay’s Brand Potato Chips or Doritos brand Tortilla Chips.<\/p>\n

Poster #1 (Queen Amidala) will be available on July 11
\nPoster #2 (Anakin) July 25
\nPoster #3 (Maul) August 8
\nPoster #4 (Jar Jar) August 22.”<\/span><\/p>\n

More on Lego Yoda<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 5:35 pm (7\/11)<\/span><\/p>\n

Thanks to Joe for sending in a\u00a0scan<\/a>\u00a0of the Lego Yoda you can win from Target. Check the scan for details on the contest.<\/span><\/p>\n

Interactive Yoda<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 5:30 pm (7\/11)<\/span><\/p>\n

Jon sent in some information on his discovery of the new Interactive Yoda Furby toy, and about making reservations for one at certain stores. He told us to pass along that you shouldn’t ask for a “Yoda Furby” but an “Interactive Yoda.” They’re made by the same company that makes Furby’s, but that’s not what they’re called.<\/span><\/p>\n

YakVision LIVES!!<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0hfsolo<\/a>\u00a0@ 5:00 pm (7\/11)<\/span><\/p>\n

After a long delay, I have started working on YakVision once again. I have posted 7 new cards from The Phantom Menace. Please click on the link on the menu and check them out. Send me some feedback if you wish.<\/span><\/p>\n

Whosa are Yousa?<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 12:50 pm (7\/11)<\/span><\/p>\n

Tommy sent in this information about a life-size Jar Jar:<\/p>\n

“I live in Orlando Fl. I was at Albertsons(grocery store) last night to pick up some soda when I saw a life size Jar Jar on top of a shelf. It’s the same one that was at the celebration in Denver. There are ballots to enter as often as you like to win it. I think you can win one at each store.”<\/p>\n

Now I ask, would you really seeing this guy in your house all day?<\/span><\/p>\n

Vintage E-mails!<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 1:26 am (7\/11)<\/span><\/p>\n

Please resend any email to vintageman, his email has been corrupted, if you have emailed him in the past month, please resend.<\/span><\/p>\n

Guess Who? Yoda!<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:58 pm (7\/10)<\/span><\/p>\n

Jeff sent in this nifty information:<\/p>\n

“I wanted to let you know that I work at Target and we just got our little Focus card for July. Here is ex excerpt from it:
\nStar Wars Sweepstakes: A guest may ask you about the Star Wars Sweepstakes, so why not tell you about it! From July 11th through the 25th, Target will be the Star Wars headquarters with our exciting Yoda sweepstakes. Your store recieved a 14 inch Yoda constructed of Legos. To win Yoda, guests must guess the correct number of Legos used to create him. A random drawing will be held at each store. The winning guest gets to keep Yoda!”<\/p>\n

I should be working at Target soon, so I’ll see if there is any more information available.<\/span><\/p>\n

Boxed Epic Force Maul<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 12:59 pm (7\/10)<\/span><\/p>\n

Go here<\/a>\u00a0to see pics of the Epic Force Maul and OB-1 boxed.<\/span><\/p>\n

New Images<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 4:37 pm (7\/9)<\/span><\/p>\n

Here is a list of things you can find on the new Hasbro site which will be fully operational soon:
\nAdmiral Motti, Princess Leia with Hood Up, New Super-Articulated Stormtrooper (Only Small Picture Available Currently), Watto’s Box Cinema Scene 3-Pack, Rappel Line Attack, Pod Refuel Station, Hyper-Drive Repare Kit, Tatooine Disguise Kit, Naboo Starfighter shooting game, Chewbacca with Millenium Falcon gameboard and holographic game pieces, Wuher, Qui-Gon Jinn with Lightsaber on an Eopie, plus more we’ll add later!<\/span><\/p>\n

NEW CLASSIC VEHICLES!!<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 2:40 pm (7\/9)<\/span><\/p>\n

In case you missed it at\u00a0New Hasbro site<\/a>\u00a0on the product list the last two items are: Skiff w Luke Skywalker (1\/2000) and Y-Wing w pilot (6\/2000) WOOHOO!<\/span><\/p>\n

NEW HASBRO SITE OPEN!!<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 2:40 pm (7\/9)<\/span><\/p>\n

Click here<\/a>\u00a0to go to the brand new Hasbro site to see TONS of new pics. Including the new Stormtrooper (available Sept 99), Admiral Motti (Jan 2000), and tons and tons more. GO NOW!!!<\/span><\/p>\n

Hallmark Ornaments<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0hfsolo<\/a>\u00a0@ 10:00 pm (7\/8)<\/span><\/p>\n

Thanks to Philip at\u00a0Rebelscum<\/a>\u00a0for the news. Saturday, July 17, will be the 1999 Hallmark Ornament Premiere day, which is the first day many of their 1999 ornaments will be available for sale. This should include the Naboo Fighter and Queen Amidala, and more. For the best selection, you should find your closest Gold Crown Hallmark store. The list of 1999 ornaments, some of which might come out later should include: Chewbacca – $14.95 Han Solo – $13.95 Max Rebo Band – $19.95 Darth Vader’s TIE Fighter – $24.00 Episode 1 figural (Amidala)- $14.95 Episode 1 ship (Naboo Fighter) – $18.95<\/span><\/p>\n

Server explanation<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0dlr<\/a>\u00a0@ 9:15 pm (7\/8)<\/span><\/p>\n

Servers servers servers……. Servers make the net go round I tell ya. As many have seen, and have asked about, we have moved servers. All of our URL’s [http:\/\/www.yakface.com, http:\/\/www.yakfacesrealm.com, and our new one http:\/\/collectibles.echostation.com] point to one single IP address. So no matter which one you use you will eventually end up at http:\/\/collectibles.echostation.com. This will always remain Yakface’s Realm and we have not been bought out or whatever the latest rumor is. We have formed an alliance with\u00a0EchoStation.com<\/a>, becoming their representation in the Star Wars community for collecting. EchoStation will be launching a new look soon and we will be listed in their menu as the option for collecting. We hope this new alliance will better serve more collectors, and fans worldwide plus benefit both websites. If you are currently looking for a webhosting service, might I suggest\u00a0NovaTech Web Services<\/a>, which hosts our website as well as EchoStation.com.<\/span><\/p>\n

Lego Catalog Items<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0starforce<\/a>\u00a0@ 8:00 pm (7\/7)<\/span><\/p>\n

Sean Hambly got the new Lego catalog in the mail today and it contains some interesting Episode 1 items. First are Lego keychains which are $4 each.\u00a0Click here<\/a>\u00a0to see an image of them. Second is the Droid Developer Kit, which contains all 3 Mindstorms Droid kits. The due date is August 27 and the price is $109 (item #9748).\u00a0Click here<\/a>\u00a0to see the Kit.<\/span><\/p>\n

Adi Gallia Comm Tech lines\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 8:05 am (7\/6)<\/span><\/p>\n

Thanks to Darth Bane for the info. Adi Gallia’s comm tech lines are:<\/p>\n

– The Sith should not be ignored.<\/p>\n

– The power of the dark side is growing, I fear.<\/p>\n

– There is more to this conflict than meets the eye.<\/span><\/p>\n

Jar Jar Pez\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 10:30 pm (7\/5)<\/span><\/p>\n

Pez Central<\/a>\u00a0has pics of the new Jar-Jar pez that is coming out. Thanks to JawaPez for the news.<\/span><\/p>\n

Various Info\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 10:30 pm (7\/5)<\/span><\/p>\n

– The Darth Maul from the Tatooine Showdown does NOT have a pink chin
\n– Adi Gallia comes w three sayings on her Comm Tech chip, none were in the movie.<\/p>\n

Various Info\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 10:30 pm (7\/5)<\/span><\/p>\n

Barnesandnoble.com is taking pre-orders for the new Masterpiece C-3P0 set. It comes with a book and 12″ figure. The figure is C-3P0 w\/cargo net. He has removable limbs very similar to the 3 3\/4 fig. It is due out in September. Thanks to Marcus for the news.<\/span><\/p>\n

Davids Collectors Companion\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0dlr<\/a>\u00a0@ 8:50 pm (7\/5)<\/span><\/p>\n

Need to get your collection organized? Well then you need to try Davids Collectors Companion! This program looks pretty sweet I must say! Check it out today! Davids Collectors Companion demo is available athttp:\/\/www.caseclosedgame.com\/collector<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

More KB Advice\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 4:02 pm (7\/5)<\/span><\/p>\n

Neil sent in this follow-up to the “KB Online Scam” post:<\/p>\n

“KB operators said I could refuse the UPS box at the door and they would give me a full refund.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Wave 5 at Mos Espa\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 10:30 am (7\/4)<\/span><\/p>\n

Mos Espa<\/a>\u00a0has Wave 5, minus the Destroyer Droid, in stock. Better hurry.<\/span><\/p>\n

New Wind-up figs\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 12:58 am (7\/4)<\/span><\/p>\n

Go here<\/a>\u00a0if you want to see pics of the new Ep I wind up toys. The new ones include, Queen Amidala, Battle droids and a gold Darth Maul.<\/span><\/p>\n

Anakin (Naboo) OUT?\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 12:58 am (7\/4)<\/span><\/p>\n

There have been several reports of Anakin (Naboo) showing up but still no pictures of the figure to back it up. So it appears it may be out but it is still not confirmed.<\/span><\/p>\n

Anakin w Cockpit PIC\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 2:52 pm (7\/3)<\/span><\/p>\n

Go here<\/a>\u00a0to see the new Anakin w cockpit figure. The picture is from the new issue of Tomart’s.<\/span><\/p>\n

Wave 5 at Wal-mart\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 2:52 pm (7\/3)<\/span><\/p>\n

Wal-Marts are now getting shippments of Wave 5 (Yoda wave). Thanks to Ed for the news.<\/span><\/p>\n

3PO on AC\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 12:35 pm (7\/3)<\/span><\/p>\n

Charlie wrote in with this news:<\/p>\n

“This weeks Diamond Preview has for order in it a Book on C3PO that comes with a 12″ figure of him. It says that He’s apart and in a fishnet like on Empire!!”<\/p>\n

This is the Action Collection C-3PO that is the continuation of the Action Collection Anakin Skywalker with the book “The Story of Darth Vader” by Steve Sansweet. Glad to see it’s finally coming out.<\/span><\/p>\n

Lego Vader 2\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 12:33 pm (7\/3)<\/span><\/p>\n

As a follow-up to my Lego Vader\/Maul Wal-Mart post, Milan writes in with this:<\/p>\n

“The ‘Zellers’ here in Toronto Canada had a Life size lego Vader in the Toy section with the new star wars figures.”<\/span><\/p>\n

Maniac Figures\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 12:28 pm (7\/3)<\/span><\/p>\n

Toy Maniacs.com<\/a>\u00a0(The URL is right this time) has these figures in stock right now: Ree Yees ($29.99), Yoda ($11.99), Nute Gunray, Rune Haako, R2 D2, Destroyer Droid, Qui Gon Jinn (Naboo), Obi Wan Kenobi (Naboo), Jabba’s Dancers ($24.99). Thanks to Gasgano for the news.<\/span><\/p>\n

Pizza Toppers\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 12:23 pm (7\/3)<\/span><\/p>\n

I recieved an e-mail about this, and then I saw it on TV myself. There is a Pizza Hut commercial promoting the cup toppers for a lower price of $2.99. So it’s a chain-wide discount, not just a local thing. The Taco Bell topper deal still seems to be a local sale.<\/span><\/p>\n

Echostation\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0hfsolo<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:00 am (7\/3)<\/span><\/p>\n

Yakface is pleased to announce that we have moved servers and are now on the\u00a0EchoStation.com<\/a>\u00a0webserver. We are now part of Echostation as their collectibles site. We will continue to provide daily updates with ALL the latest news.<\/span><\/p>\n

Rawcliffe figures\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0hfsolo<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:00 am (7\/3)<\/span><\/p>\n

I have a set of 6 of these, they include Nute, Watto, Jar Jar, Ben, Qui and Darth Maul. You can see the image here. The set shipped is $120. Let me know if you are interested. These normally sell for $27 or more for each. I only have one set.<\/span><\/p>\n

Looking for Beru?<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0hfsolo<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:00 am (7\/3)<\/span><\/p>\n

Check out\u00a0shop.starwars.com<\/a>\u00a0for her. She is in stock.<\/span><\/p>\n

TPM pounds the Dinos<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 5:45 pm (7\/1)<\/span><\/p>\n

Just in case you missed it, TPM became the 4th highest grossing film of all time this week by overtaking Jurrasic Park. Next in line for TPM is that Reese’s Pieces eatin freak E.T. GO TPM!<\/span><\/p>\n

Mac Insider<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 9:52 pm (7\/1)<\/span><\/p>\n

Direct from the Lucasarts e-mail newsletter:<\/p>\n

“(Episode 1: Insiders Guide for MAC) is expected in stores the week of July 12, 1999 in the U.S. and Canada.”<\/p>\n

There is also a demo video of the software athttp:\/\/www.lucasarts.com\/products\/episode1guide<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

Han Solo wave Carded PICS\u00a0<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0Gonk<\/a>\u00a0@ 11:50 am (7\/1)<\/span><\/p>\n

Here ya go folks the first ever pics of the\u00a0Classic Han Solo<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Classic Greedo<\/a>\u00a0carded. If you want to see Luke, Power Droid or R2 head on over to\u00a0Outer Rim<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

ESB Back<\/b>
\nposted by\u00a0pitdroid<\/a>\u00a0@ 12:46 am (7\/1)<\/span><\/p>\n

Our hosted site, “The Emulator Strikes Back<\/a>” has been experiencing some minor problems and bugs, but they have all been fixed and welcome your visits.<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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