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August 2006
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Hasbro Site Update – Tin Sets Wave 2<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 31, 2006 | 5:47 PM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Photonovel Preview – Aggressive Negotiations<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 31, 2006 | 3:13 PM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nHere is a\u00a0preview<\/a>\u00a0of the next chapter in the Rykrof Enloe series, which will be released in the coming days.<\/span><\/p>\n

Do you have any photonovel questions? Or ones of your own that you would like to share? Or just want to see what the creative minds of some of your fellow collectors have been working on? Ideas for a new series? Then head on over to the Yakface\u00a0Photonovel Section<\/a>!<\/p>\n

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Star Wars Action News Goes LIVE<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 31, 2006 | 3:08 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nHello listeners of\u00a0Star Wars Action News!<\/a>\u00a0It has been a crazy year where we went from a husband and wife with two free microphones to one of Podcast Alley’s highest ranked podcasts, interviewing such Star Wars luminaries as Aaron Allston, Steve Sansweet, and Samuel L. Jackson. We know we could not have done it without the support of the Star Wars community, including the fan sites out there as well as each and every one of our listeners.<\/span><\/p>\n

To celebrate being on the air for one year we will be having a\u00a0special live broadcast this Sunday, September 3rd, at 5 p.m.<\/b>\u00a0The show will broadcast live, and there will be a live chat room as well. We will have listeners call in live with store reports, announce the winners of our one year anniversary trivia contest, and give away great prizes like a Gentle Giant Clone Trooper Mini-Bust, Hasbro Battle Packs, and more!<\/p>\n

To join us in this celebration, go to\u00a0swactionnews.com<\/a>\u00a0Sunday afternoon to find the links to the live streaming server and the chat room. We really hope to see you there!<\/p>\n

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New Force Comics Newsfeed<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 30, 2006 | 10:19 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

This just in from\u00a0New Force Comics:<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

We have just updated our\u00a0website<\/a>\u00a0to include preorders for the Internet Exclusive Death Star Briefing for only $29.99 or two for $54.99. We also have the Internet Exclusive Republic Commando sets for $27.99 each or 2 for $51.99!!!\u00a0Click here for the Death Star Briefing set<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0Click here for the Republic Commando set.<\/a><\/p>\n

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YakPoll – Original Trilogy DVDs<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 30, 2006 | 12:23 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

The latest incarnation of the classic Star Wars Trilogy is going to hit DVD in a couple weeks. The good news is that it will include the ORIGINAL versions that your mamma saw back in the day without all the CGI jibber jabber. (yay!)<\/span><\/p>\n

The bad news is that the “original” original trilogy disc is going to be only a little better than VHS in terms of sound and picture quality and won’t be receiving the sparkling clean digital upgrade that the SE’s got which will appear on disc 1 of the set. (boo!)<\/p>\n

Also bear in mind that a 6 film super-happy-fun-smile-time-mega-set is due next year to celebrate the 30th anniversary. Word on the rumor mill is that it will include lots of the stuff you were looking for on the previous releases, like additional deleted scenes and the 86-ing of TPM’s puppet yoda in favor of the uber-cooler CGI AOTC and ROTS Yoda. (And could the O-OT’s re-appear here? Time will tell.)<\/p>\n

So, when you add up all the above factors, how does it affect your purchasing decision? Are you still going to run out when the stores open on 9\/12, or are you gonna roll the dice that the ’07 set will be even cooler? VOTE TODAY!<\/p>\n

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Empire Menu Shots<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 30, 2006 | 11:52 AM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe Official Site has just updated with juicy new pics of the menus from the ESB bonus disc. Click the pic above to check out the rest.<\/span><\/p>\n

Note To Code 3 Collectibles<\/b>\u00a0A 3-D version of the above poster would not go unappreciated by this Yakface staff member.<\/p>\n

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AT-AT Now IN STOCK<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 30, 2006 | 9:52 AM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

While this is shocking.. and upsetting.. if you want it.. head over to…<\/span><\/p>\n

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\"GSI<\/a>\"\"<\/span><\/center>And order your Endor AT-AT as it is now in stock and ready to ship.<\/p>\n

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Yakfinities Update<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 30, 2006 | 1:55 AM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Ok Yakkers, Thursday is the last day to enter a custom for the\u00a0First Month<\/a>\u00a0of Yakfinities! Remember one random entry will win a MOMC VOTC Stormtrooper. Check out the link to the first month for rules.<\/span><\/p>\n

Also, the second month is approaching, and starting September 1, by popular demand by Yakface forum members’ votes, it will entail Fan Fiction Order 66 Survivors!<\/p>\n

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\"\"<\/span><\/center>CLICK HERE<\/a>\u00a0for more details including information on some cool figure prizes that will be given out to two random participants of this project in our\u00a0forums<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Sith Search ’06<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 29, 2006 | 10:03 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nYak Reader Todd wrote in asking for readers’ pictures for a project of his, and we’ve decided to expand it a bit further– to Sith Search 2006! Above is one of Todd’s images. As your Sith scout locations for their new secret location, be sure to upload your images to the Sith Search thread in our forums\u00a0here.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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POTJ Cards For Sale<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 29, 2006 | 7:31 PM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

OK, I have a few extra POTJ Carded figures that I am going to get rid of. If anyone is interested. I am looking to get $4 a piece.. plus shipping. Let me know if you are interested.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here is the list.. there are not that many. All of these are MINT!<\/p>\n

Obi-Wan Kenobi Jedi Training Gear
\nSaesee Tiin Jedi Master (sold)
\nLeia Organa Bespin Escape (2 available) (1 sold)
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\nQueen Amidala Royal Decoy (sold)
\nPlo Koon Jedi Master (sold)
\nSabe Queen’s Decoy (sold)
\nJar Jar Binks Tatooine (sold)
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The Legacy Of The Force Continues… Today<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 29, 2006 | 12:27 AM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Today marks the release of the next installment of Del Rey’s Legacy of the Force series with the Bloodlines paperback novel, featuring a certain VERY popular Mandalorean on the cover. It promises to expand on the efforts from Allston’s novel Betrayal. Be sure to check back for our review of Bloodlines coming soon.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Star Wars Action News – Episode 53<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 28, 2006 | 11:36 AM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nStar Wars Action News Episode 53<\/a>\u00a0is now available for download. This week they look at the exclusive Gentle Giant mini-busts from Japan, San Diego, Indianapolis, and your credit card bill! They also set what may just be a world record\u2026they perform the Star Wars saga in under 60 seconds!<\/span><\/p>\n

Also this week, the Hasbro Q&A returns, we respond to listener feedback and voice mails, and we bring you our weekly store report.<\/p>\n

And don\u2019t forget this Sunday, September 3rd at 5 p.m CST, Star Wars Action News will be celebrating their one year anniversary with a special live show! Prizes will be given away including a Clone Trooper mini-bust, a George Lucas in Stormtrooper disguise action figure, Code 3 mini posters, Hasbro Battle Packs, and a Republic Commando Hardcover Omnibus signed by Karen Traviss, and more!!! So this Sunday go to\u00a0swactionnews.com<\/a>\u00a0to listen and chat live!<\/p>\n

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Two More Pre-Orders<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 27, 2006 | 9:56 PM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Here are two more pre-orders from EE. You can now pre-order the\u00a0Wave 3 of the Titanium<\/a>\u00a0figures. The Clone Trooper and IG-88<\/span><\/p>\n

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Mini IG-88<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 27, 2006 | 7:41 PM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Hey all you Bounty Hunter fans..\u00a0Wizard’s of the Coast<\/a>\u00a0has just announced a new IG-88 miniature figure.. click the link above to read about it…<\/span><\/p>\n

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Vader\u2019s TIE Advanced<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 27, 2006 | 7:36 PM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\"\"<\/span><\/center>Now avialable over at shop.lego.com you can pre-order the new\u00a0Vader\u2019s TIE Advanced<\/a><\/p>\n

Item#: 10175
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Toyguide Update: Greatest Battles Wave Complete<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 27, 2006 | 4:37 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nHere is a small weekend update. I managed to track down the 4 remaining figures for the “Greatest Battles” Repack wave and also found the\u00a0General Grievous Variant<\/a>\u00a0(#9 of 12) from the “Heroes and Villains” Wave, so the toyguide has been updated respectively. I even sliced and diced them open to photograph those obscured cardbacks. I’ll sure miss those when the 30th Anniversary packaging launches.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Hasbro – Revenge of the Phantom Q & A Clone Menace!<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 25, 2006 | 3:58 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\"\"<\/a><\/span><\/center>Q&A Time!, Q&A Time! Everyone loves Q&A Time! For the answers to your latest querries, click on the banner above.<\/p>\n

And remember, they can’t answer ’em if you don’t ask ’em.\u00a0So send ’em in!<\/a><\/p>\n

Remember kids, don’t mix NyQuil and Pop Rocks or you’ll end up writing goofy posts like this one! Ta ta!<\/p>\n

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News From EE<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 25, 2006 | 10:32 AM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Between our Summer Blowout Sale and new items, it seemed like a good
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SUMMER BLOWOUT SALE
\nOver 100 of the over 700 items we started with on sale last week are
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GE7581<\/a>, Star Wars Barriss Offee and Luminara Unduli Maquette, WAS $94.99, ON SALE NOW FOR $57.00<\/p>\n

SID7118<\/a>, Star Wars Han Solo 1:4 Scale Figure, WAS $249.99, ON SALE NOW FOR $162.50<\/p>\n

EHOTF0034<\/a>, Transformers Generation 1 Orion Pax with Dion Set, WAS $64.99, ON SALE NOW FOR $39.00<\/p>\n

MRSW142<\/a>, Star Wars Episode III Darth Vader Lightsaber Replica, WAS $369.99, ON SALE NOW FOR $222.00<\/p>\n

NEW ARRIVALS
\nHS87181B<\/a>, Star Wars EIII Greatest Battles Figures Wave 2, $79.99
\nThis case includes 12 individually packaged 3 3\/4-inch Star Wars:
\nRevenge of the Sith action figures in new 2006-style packaging: 2x
\n501st Clone Trooper, 2x AT-TE Gunner, 2x C-3PO, 1x Count Dooku, 1x Wookiee Warrior, 1x Padme, 1x R4-G9, 1x Kit Fisto, and 1x Royal Guard (Blue). (Subject to change.)<\/p>\n

HS34558K<\/a>, Titanium Series Vehicles Wave 10, $74.99
\nTitanium Series Vehicles Wave 10. These special 3-inch vehicles are
\ndesigned with moving parts, real die cast metal, and a display stand.
\nThis case includes the following 12 individually packaged vehicles: 1x A-Wing Fighter (Blue), 1x Star Destroyer Executor, 1x Sandcrawler, 2x Battlestar Galactica Colonial 1, 2x Battlestar Galactica Raptor, 1x Battlestar Galactica Viper Mk VII, 2x TIE Interceptor, 2x B-Wing Fighter (subject to change).<\/p>\n

DH12893<\/a>, Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic #7, $2.99
\nStar Wars: Knights of the Old Republic #7. The wildest adventure in
\nthe ancient history of Star Wars gets wilder in a brand-new story arc
\nfeaturing the most feared warriors in the galaxy- Mandalorians! Leaving the treacherous streets of Taris behind them, fugitive Padawan Zayne Carrick and the rag-tag crew of the Last Resort cook up a scheme to pilfer much needed supplies from an unsuspecting bunch of miserly miners. Unfortunately, any attempts at avoiding attention are for naught when the group finds they’ve landed themselves smack dab in the middle of the Republic and Mandalorian conflict! 32 pages.<\/p>\n

NEW ITEMS FOR PREORDER
\nHS87264<\/a>, Exclusive Star Wars Kir Kanos & Carnor Jax 2-Pack, $19.99
\nOrder today to guarantee units. A limited number remains available for pre-order.<\/p>\n

HS87268<\/a>, Star Wars Imperial Death Star Briefing Action Figure Set, $35.99
\nThis set contains: Grand Moff Tarkin, General Tagge, Admiral Motti,
\nChief Bast, Colonel Wullf Yularen, Officer Cass, and of course Darth
\nVader armed with his trademark red lightsaber.<\/p>\n

HS34558NN<\/a>, Titanium Series Vehicles Wave 13 Set, $74.99
\nTitanium Series Vehicles Wave 13 Set. These special 3-inch vehicles are designed with moving parts, real die cast metal, and a display stand. This case includes the following 12 individually packaged vehicles: 1x Wedge’s X-Wing Fighter, 1x Jango Fett’s Slave I (battle-damaged), 1x Star Destroyer (redeco), 1x Clone Arc-170 (redeco). (Subject to change).<\/p>\n

HS34558P<\/a>, Titanium Series Vehicles Wave 14, $74.99
\nTitanium Series Vehicles Wave 14. These special 3-inch vehicles are
\ndesigned with moving parts, real die cast metal, and a display stand.
\nThis case includes the following 12 individually packaged vehicles: 3x Clone Wars Anakin Skywalker’s Jedi Starfighter, 2x General Grievous’ Fighter, 3x AT-AT (Endor deco), 1x Ewok on Speeder Bike (Titanium Limited), 2x Senator Amadala’s Naboo Star Skiff (Episode III), 1x Battlestar Galactica 1978 Colonial Viper. (Subject to change).<\/p>\n

GE9070<\/a>, Star Wars Jango Fett Mini Bust, $49.99<\/p>\n

GE9099<\/a>, Star Wars Animated Luke Skywalker Pilot Maquette, $79.99<\/p>\n

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New at Star Wars Shop<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 25, 2006 | 9:12 AM EST |\u00a0Mark B<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

StarWarsShop.com<\/a>\u00a0\"\"\u00a0has added a few new items to their website – The New Scaled Boba Fett Blaster from Master Replicas, Lifesize Yoda Bust from Sideshow Collectibles, and Super Deformed Tie Fighter Pilot from Medicom. They also still have preorders for the latest round of Statues and Mini-Busts from Gentle Giant. Head over to\u00a0StarWarsShop.com<\/a>\u00a0\"\"\u00a0to check them all out.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Questions Needed<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 25, 2006 | 8:19 AM EST |\u00a0Mark B<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Once again, I need some questions for our QnA page…
\nSend them to me at\u00a0mark.borkowski@gmail.com<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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The Future of the Force<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 25, 2006 | 8:18 AM EST |\u00a0Mark B<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

A current issue of the online magazine\u00a0icv2<\/a>\u00a0takes an interesting look at the future of Star Wars merchandise with no more movies coming. Something interesting to note is that the article specifically mentions a line of action figures from Hasbro around a new video game that is being released around the holidays…guess we’ll get a glimpse of them at ToyFair!\u00a0Read it all here.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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How’s this for an AT-TE?<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 25, 2006 | 1:11 AM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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No, it’s not a Hasbro AT-TE obviously. But longtime and well know Yakker Gatillo sends this in today –<\/p>\n

“I went to the COSI Star Wars exhibit today. I figure that I should
\ngo before they leave Columbus. I took a few pics and here are some
\nthat I thought you might like.”<\/p>\n

For some larger pics of this exhibit that were taken, please\u00a0click here<\/a><\/p>\n

If you have been lucky enough to see this or similar exhibits and would like add any photographs you have taken, please email me, or you can share them on your own in our\u00a0forums<\/a><\/p>\n

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Star Wars Action News – BONUS QUESTION!!<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 24, 2006 | 9:28 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\"\"<\/a><\/span><\/center>Star Wars Action News is having its 1-year trivia contest, with questions posted daily in their forums and bonus questions scattered across the net. Prizes include Gentle Giant mini-busts, Master Replicas F\/X sabers, and much more. If you are playing, CONGRATULATIONS, you found a bonus question worth 1 point! The question is:<\/p>\n

Star Wars Action News and Yakface had their first joint contest during which month of the past year?<\/b><\/p>\n

Answers can be found by listening to past episodes of Star Wars Action News at\u00a0swactionnews.com<\/a><\/p>\n

This bonus question will expire at 11:59 p.m. CST on 8\/27\/2006<\/p>\n

How to play:
\nSend an e-mail to\u00a01yearcontest@reviewstarwars.com<\/a>\u00a0The subject line should be “Yakface Bonus Question”. The e-mail should contain the following information:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Your Star Wars Action News forum screen name (registration is free)
\n\u2022 Your first & last names
\n\u2022 The shipping address where prizes should be sent (no PO Boxes)
\n\u2022 The telephone number where you should be reached should you be a finalist
\n\u2022 An alternate telephone number where you should be reached should you be
\na finalist (optional)
\n\u2022 Your age<\/p>\n

The answer to the question can be either before or after the information listed above. There is no required specified place, so long as the above information is in a single block.<\/p>\n

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Helping a Fellow Fan<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 24, 2006 | 9:07 PM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

If you would like to help out a fellow Star Wars fan and collector that has unfortunately gone through some hard times health wise, head on over to the main page at\u00a0Rebelscum<\/a>\u00a0to learn more about Dean Pedersen and what several members of the fan community are doing to help him and his family out. We’ll be keeping Dean and his family in our thoughts and prayers.
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Kir Kanos & Carnor Jax Carded\u00a0<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 24, 2006 | 4:37 PM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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A carded image of the Entertainment Earth exclusive 2-pk of Kir Kanos & Carnor Jax has now surfaced.\u00a0CLICK HERE<\/a>\u00a0for a larger view of this upcoming set.<\/p>\n

Special thanks to forum member Master Grievous and also to our friends over at\u00a0The Sith Empire<\/a>\u00a0for the heads up!<\/p>\n

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Saber Vault Update<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 24, 2006 | 7:30 AM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

This just in from\u00a0The Saber Vault:<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

The Saber Vault has the new Boba Fett mini blasters up for preorder! Get yours preordered now at our low rate of $44.00 (which INCLUDES shipping in the US!) These should start shipping end of the year. The Scaled Replica Blasters are being produced in far fewer quantities than any of the previous, non-limited edition .45 Scaled Lightsabers. Be sure not to miss out on any of them!<\/p>\n

There are only a few mini Maul lightsabers left in
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The Ultimate Group Project<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 23, 2006 | 11:39 PM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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What you see above is an initial concept for a new type of Group Project. For several months the creative minds of customizers in the forums in the Star Wars community here and atwww.jedidefender.com<\/a>\u00a0have been working on ideas for a group project unlike any other, an entire Star Wars World.<\/p>\n

Inspired by longtime Star Wars fan Master Phruby, the goal of this project is to organize one of the biggest and most ambitious group projects done in the fan community and present this for the fans to see at Celebration IV.<\/p>\n

We would like to invite interested customizers in the community to take part in The Ultimate Group Project, which is still in the planning stages, so it is not too late to join in on the fun. Some of the groundwork has been done, but there are many areas on the project that Star Wars fans can still contribute, all the way to the final stages of construction. Even if you are not a customizer there are ways you can take part!<\/p>\n

Interested in learning more or taking part of this project?<\/p>\n

CLICK HERE<\/a>\u00a0for more specific details on the project in the Yakface forums!<\/p>\n

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TRU.com Cancels AT-AT Orders<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 23, 2006 | 11:55 AM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

We got a couple emails from some Yak readers letting us know that TRU.com has once again let SW fans down by canceling long awaited pre-orders. This time it’s the Endor AT-AT that’s getting the axe.<\/span><\/p>\n

“DJ Crush” Sends this note…
\n“toysrus.com is at it again… how fair is this to people who passed this up in stores because they thought “hey, i already have one ordered…?<\/p>\n

Thank you for your recent order at Toysrus.com & Babiesrus.com.<\/p>\n

Unfortunately, we are unable to complete all or part of your order at this time.
\nWe sincerely apologize for the inconvenience.<\/p>\n

The following item(s) are unavailable and have been cancelled from
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Item: BF3A7F74
\nDescription: EX SW SW DLX CLSSC ENDOR AT
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The same happened to “captaindude”…<\/p>\n

Well, probably like many others, I ordered the new Endor AT-AT online. I just received an e-mail from them stating that they’ve cancelled my order and that the product was no longer available. I checked their site and the AT-AT is now labeled as “TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE ONLINE.”<\/p>\n

What the –? Toysrus.com has done this to me several times in a row! First, with the Clone Wars Gunship…then, the Hunt for Grievous Battle Pack…now this!<\/p>\n

All of these items have been exclusive to Toys R Us…so, what’s the problem? I’m frustrated!<\/p>\n

Yak forum member “Darth Frisco” has experienced similar problems as well.<\/p>\n

Feel free to share your experiences regarding these exclusives in the\u00a0YAKFACE FORUMS<\/a><\/p>\n

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Original Trilogy DVD Update<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 23, 2006 | 10:36 AM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Click here<\/a>\u00a0for some new information on the upcoming Original Trilogy on DVD that is scheduled to be released on September 12.<\/p>\n

If you grew up with the Original Trilogy, you might have memories of the poster campaigns that advertised them – the article linked above reveals many images that will be part of the new menus devised for the bonus discs that will be bundled with the Original Trilogy DVD singles being released.<\/p>\n

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Bounty Hunter Weapon Gets SCALED<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 22, 2006 | 8:34 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nMaster Replicas<\/a>\u00a0has just posted lots of details on their scaled Boba Fett blaster. Here’s the 411
\nClad in Mandalorian armor, a rocket jetpack, and armed to the hilt, including his deadly, signature blaster, Boba Fett could not be eluded once he\u2019d set his sights on a target\u2026<\/span><\/p>\n

Digitally scanned from the actual surviving prop in the Lucasfilm archives, our incredible scaled replica of this infamous assassin\u2019s firearm features:<\/p>\n

Die cast metal construction
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It will retail for $45.00. Want to order one? Here’s the details for Collector Society Members and the general public:
\nClick over to\u00a0Master Replicas<\/a>\u00a0today.
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General Public
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Action HQ Update<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 22, 2006 | 8:28 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Bringing the Best to you FIRST with SPECIALS on Star Wars Kotobukiya 1\/7 Statues, Ultra 6″ Titanium Vehicles, & Many More!<\/span><\/p>\n

Hot Specials!
\n– Kotobukiya 1\/7 EP2 Clone Trooper!
\n– Kotobukiya 1\/7 EP3 Clone Trooper!
\n– Kotobukiya 1\/7 SandTrooper!
\n– Kotobukiya 1\/7 Boba Fett!
\n– Ultra Titanium 6″ Slave 1!
\n– Ultra Titanium 6″ Snowspeeder!<\/p>\n

New Arrivals!
\n– Kotobukiya 1\/7 Slave Leia!
\n– Ultra Titanium Vader’s TIE Fighter!
\n– 500th Darth Vader!
\n– Evolutions Clone to Storm Trooper!
\n– Evolutions 2 Clone to Storm Trooper!<\/p>\n

Hot Pre-Orders!
\n– 400% Darth Vader Exclusive Kubrick!
\n– Kubrick Series 7 Set of 6!
\n– Kotobukiya 1\/7 C-3PO & R2-D2!<\/p>\n

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More Unleashed Found<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 22, 2006 | 4:04 PM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

We’ve had a few more reports of the Unleashed Boba Fett and General Grievous showing up at Target stores, so if you are wanting to add these to your collection, don’t wait too long to start looking. Sure enough, I went to a local Target today in St. Louis and found four of the Grievous, and no surprise that the Fetts were already sold out.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Star Wars Action News – Episode 52<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 22, 2006 | 9:49 AM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nStar Wars Action News Episode 52<\/a>\u00a0is live, and this week Marjorie and Arnie closely examine the Master Replicas Signature Edition AT-AT. The photos look good, but what about in person? And is it worth the money? They sit in judgment of this piece this week.
\nAlso this week, Marjorie got her 2006 Hallmark ornaments, and a couple of musical cards. Do these new ornaments live up to the praise Marjorie gave the line last year? And are the musical cards a great gimmick, or just annoying? Listen to find out.<\/span><\/p>\n

Also, the Star Wars Action News Book Club podcast is now available as well. The first two volumes of this podcast will be made available through the Star Wars Action News RSS Feed; additional episodes will have to be downloaded directly from the Star Wars Action News web site or through the Star Wars Action News Book Club’s own RSS feed. If you enjoy the book club podcast, or just want to join a group of friends in reading some Star Wars books, registration is now open to read Han Solo at Stars’ End so visit the\u00a0Star Wars Action News forums<\/a>\u00a0now to sign up!<\/p>\n

Are you planning on attending the Star Wars Action News live show on September 3rd? If so, please let Arnie and Marjorie know. You can post in their forums or by e-mailing show@reviewstarwars.com. There will be some great prizes given away, including a Gentle Giant Clone Trooper mini-bust!<\/p>\n

And speaking of prizes, the Star Wars Action News one year anniversary contest is still open with one week left for you to bring up your point counts to try and win the Darth Maul F\/X saber or the San Diego Comic Con Shock Trooper bust!<\/p>\n

With all the store reports, voice mails, and reviews you expect, listen to this week’s Star Wars Action News now!<\/p>\n

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501st Trooper<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 21, 2006 | 8:36 PM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Amazon has the\u00a0Star Wars Greatest Hits Basic Figure: 501st Stormtrooper<\/a>\u00a0in stock for $6.99<\/span><\/p>\n

Also the\u00a0Darth Vader Tie Fighter<\/a>\u00a0is in stock.<\/p>\n

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Toys R Us Sale<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 21, 2006 | 1:51 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

As you may have heard, Toys R Us stores are running a sale on the “Heroes and Villains” figures for a reduced price of $5.99 (down from $6.99). So, I ran to my local TRU during lunch today and used their price scanner stations and discovered that the sale covers all basic figures, not just the themed “Heroes and Villains” or “Greatest Battles” designated figures. So, if you need to bolster your Sandtrooper\/Clonetrooper ranks or just pick up some custom fodder, this week’s sale will take a bit of the bite from our wallets.<\/span><\/p>\n

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New LEGO’s @ TRU.com<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 21, 2006 | 8:53 AM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Over at TRU they have new LEGO’s….<\/span><\/p>\n

Lego Star Wars Imperial AT-ST (All Terrain Scout Transport) 10174<\/a>\"\"<\/p>\n

Also available there are these…<\/p>\n

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\nPlay Themes Lego Star Wars Special Edition X-Wing Fighter (6212)<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nBRAND NEW Pre-Order.. Lego Star Wars Vader’s TIE Advanced UCS (10175)<\/span><\/p>\n

Also in stock is little ol Mr. Potato Head Star Wars Artoo-Potatoo.<\/p>\n

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So Where Is Slave Leia?<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 19, 2006 | 8:50 AM EST |\u00a0Mark B<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nWith the release at\u00a0StarWarsShop.com<\/a>\u00a0\"\"of nearly all of the Gentle Giant statues that were shown at Comic Con, I am left wondering….Where is the new Slave Leia statue that was shown at Comic Con? So, I’ll let you in on a rumor I have heard through the grapevine. Gentle Giant invited Carrie Fisher over to the booth at Comic Con to view their line, and she freaked when she saw just how much of the statue was shown (if you know what I mean). They then pulled the statue and have had to redo it which is causing the delay. Truth? I don’t know but it came from a pretty reliable source….until then, get over to\u00a0StarWarsShop.com<\/a>\"\"\u00a0to get Gentle Giant’s other great new statues ordered!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Imperial Briefing Room Exclusive Boxed Set<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 18, 2006 | 5:06 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nBigBadToyStore.com<\/a>\u00a0has just placed the Imperial Briefing Room Boxed Set up for pre-order. Due in January, this set includes Darth Vader, Grand Moff Tarkin, Admiral Motti, General Tagge, Chief Bast, Officer Cass, and Colonel Wulff Yularen.<\/span><\/p>\n

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New Goodies at StarWarsShop.com<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 18, 2006 | 1:59 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nStarWarsShop.com<\/a>\u00a0updates today with several additions with pieces from Gentle Giant Studios.<\/span><\/p>\n

Animated Luke X-wing Pilot Maquette<\/a>
\nAnimated C-3PO with Jawa Maquette<\/a>
\nJango Fett Limited Edition Mini Bust<\/a>
\nLuke Skywalker Jedi Knight Limited Edition Mini Bust<\/a>
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Count Dooku Character Key Available<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 18, 2006 | 9:10 AM EST |\u00a0Mark B<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe newest Acme Archives character key is now available over at Sideshow Collectibles. Its sure to sell out quickly given they are only making 1250 pieces. For those of you who don’t know, these character keys are a 5×7 matted cericel from the Clone Wars cartoons. It gives animators a guide to go by for each of the charcters for expressions, colors, etc. They are really cool and a nice collectible for only $30. So far, Acme has made around 8 of these with editions as small as 500. Click through the banner to check it out at Sideshow’s Website.<\/span><\/p>\n

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MR Obi Wan FX Sabers IN STOCK<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 17, 2006 | 8:48 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

This just in from\u00a0The Saber Vault:<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

We have just received at Master Replicas Obi Wan Kenobi’s ROTS FX
\nlightsabers! These are ready to ship so you can finally recreate the epic dual at the end of Revenge of the Sith with your Anakin FX saber (also in stock)! Both sabers are availble now for $100 each, including shipping in the US. That’s almost 20 bucks below the suggested retail before you count shipping costs!!!<\/p>\n

We also still have a few of the Luke ROTJ Green FX sabers for only $100 including as shipping as well. Master Replicas has reported that these sabers are already sold out, get yours before they’re gone.<\/p>\n

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Downloadable LucasTrooper Order Form<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 17, 2006 | 12:39 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

As you may of heard, Hasbro has eased up on the requirements to receive the exclusive mail-a-way George Lucas in Stormtrooper Disguise figure to allow for the use of ANY combination of the 5 stickers included in Vintage figures. You can buy 5 Greedos and still get a George.<\/span><\/p>\n

Now you can also download the official order form\u00a0HERE<\/a>\u00a0which will be honored by Hasbro. So you don’t have to worry about finding the Luke X-Wing Pilot figure.<\/p>\n

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Yakfinities – Customizing Challenge Update<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 17, 2006 | 10:50 AM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nJust a reminder that the first month of Yakfinities still has two full weeks left. So if you want to submit a custom following the guidelines for the first month,\u00a0click here<\/a>. Don’t forget Yakkers that a random entry will win a free\u00a0MOMC VOTC Stormtrooper<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

For the second month’s challenge that will become official on September 1st, voting has already begun, but there is still time for Yakface forum members to vote by\u00a0clicking here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

So whether you are a seasoned pro in customizing or just thinking about getting started, there is a lot to see and many fun areas to participate in the Yakface forums\u00a0customizing section<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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New Sabers @ TRU.com<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 17, 2006 | 9:08 AM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Look for the new sabers at ToysRus.com<\/a>\"\"
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Shadow Stormtrooper Still Available<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 17, 2006 | 12:56 AM EST |\u00a0Mark B<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

If you enjoyed Jayson’s review below and you haven’t yet gotten one of the\u00a0StarWarsShop.com<\/a>\u00a0\"\"Exclusive Shadow Trooper Figures, this is to let you know that they are currently still available and IN STOCK over at\u00a0StarWarsShop.com<\/a>\u00a0\"\". With how popular this item has been, it is sure to sell out any time now…so don’t wait, get over to\u00a0StarWarsShop.com<\/a>\u00a0\"\"\u00a0and get yours coming today!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Toyguide Update: Greatest Battles #1-10<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 16, 2006 | 9:44 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe toyguide is updated once again this evening with the addition of the carded shots of the first ten figures in the latest assortment of repacks:\u00a0The Greatest Battles Wave<\/a>. While the title of this wave is fitting for some of the included figures like the 501st Legion Clone Trooper or Count Dooku, C-3PO walking down the hallway of the Tantive IV seems to miss the mark. Oh well, the cards look great and they allow for some easy stock piling for those nifty red hologram figures! Now just to track down the final 4 and put this wave to bed!<\/span><\/p>\n

UPDATE:<\/span>\u00a0I decided to crack these puppies open and photograph the cardbacks and the individual inserts (cuz they’re pretty). FYI, the instruction sheet included with GB #10 R2-D2 is different than the one included with the ROTS version.<\/p>\n

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Action HQ Update<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 16, 2006 | 8:03 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Bringing the Best to you FIRST with the NEW
\n501st Stormtrooper & Many More!<\/span><\/p>\n

Available Now!
\n– Star Wars 501st Stormtrooper!
\n– Star Wars 3.75″ Titanium Clone Trooper!
\n– Star Wars 3.75″ Titanium IG-88!<\/p>\n

Hot Pre-Orders!
\n– 400% Darth Vader Exclusive Kubrick!
\n– Kubrick Series 7 Set of 6!
\n– Kotobukiya 1\/7 C-3PO & R2-D2!
\n– Kotobukiya 1\/7 Jabba Slave Leia!<\/p>\n

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Toyguide Update: SDCC 501st Stormtrooper<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 16, 2006 | 6:22 AM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nLong time no see folks, today’s toyguide update kicks off with the 2006 SDCC\/HasbroToyshop Exclusive\u00a0501st Stormtrooper<\/a>. Dubbed “Vader’s Fist”, these 501st stormtroopers are a continuance of Vader’s elite personal legion dating back to the great Jedi purge during the end of the Clone Wars.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Custom Spotlight – Rebel Sentry Tower<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 15, 2006 | 9:00 PM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Tonight we take a look at another\u00a0Custom Spotlight<\/a>, courtesy of our friend Owen D., a scratch built Rebel Sentry Tower constructed primarily from styrene.<\/p>\n

For more pics, check out\u00a0www.owenscustoms.com<\/a><\/p>\n

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Raiders In 30 Seconds – Performed By Bunnies!<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 15, 2006 | 10:53 AM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe folks over at\u00a0angryalien.com<\/a>\u00a0who brought you that parody of\u00a0Star Wars<\/a>\u00a0a while back as re-enacted by bunnies have added another Lucas property to their library. Click on the banner above to see the Bunnies’ take on Dr. Jones and co. as they search for the Lost Ark.<\/span><\/p>\n

For those of you unfamiliar with Angry Alien, it’s a site where it’s creator, Jennifer Shiman, thought it would be cute to create 30-second condensed versions of popular movies, and have all of them re-enacted by bunnies!<\/p>\n

The concept caught on so well, they were approached by the Starz Network to produce spots to be aired between films.<\/p>\n

They’ve produced the likes of Alien, Pulp Fiction (bleeped and unbleeped), The Shining, The Exorcist, Office Space and many more.<\/p>\n

So after you check out Raiders,\u00a0click here<\/a>\u00a0to view the rest of the bunnies archive.<\/p>\n

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New Acme Archives Character Key – This Thursday!<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 15, 2006 | 8:46 AM EST |\u00a0Mark B<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

If you are a collector of the Acme Archives Clone Wars Character Keys – have your keyboards ready on Thursday as the first SIDESHOW EXCLUSIVE\u00a0Acme Archives Count Dooku Character Key<\/a>\u00a0comes out. Limited to 1250 pieces – like always, Acme Cells sell out nearly immediately…so be ready. Click through the link to check it out at Sideshow’s site.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Star Wars Action News – Episode 51<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 14, 2006 | 12:59 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\"\"<\/a><\/span><\/center>Star Wars Action News<\/a>\u00a0is back from Gen Con, their last con of the official convention season. What did they think of “the best four days in gaming”? Not too much, actually. Listen to find out why. Also, Marjorie and Arnie have long made fun of the San Diego Comic Con exclusive Code 3 mini-poster. Was their harsh appraisal correct? They open this item live on the show to review the poster first-hand, rather than from on-line photos.<\/p>\n

And as always Star Wars Action News brings you reports of what they’re finding in stores, their E-bay item of the week, their poll of the week, and this week’s Hasbro questions. This week Hasbro answered questions regarding figure articulation, the paint job on the Titanium Bossk’s legs, and the decision making process between the raspberry red Holiday Edition Vader figure. Tune in to find out the answers!<\/p>\n

In addition, the Star Wars Action News one year anniversary contest is still underway! Check out our forums to enter to win some great prizes, including Gentle Giant clone mini-busts and Master Replicas F\/X Sabers!<\/p>\n

Finally, in a bit of non-Star Wars news, Arnie and Marjorie are excited about this week’s release of the new Samuel L Jackson movie, Snakes on a Plane. In\u00a0episode 48<\/a>\u00a0Arnie and Marjorie aired a clip of their interview session with Samuel L Jackson at the San Diego Comic Con. While at SDCC Arnie and Marjorie interviewed more people involved with Snakes on a Plane. To celebrate this A-grade B movie, Marjorie and Arnie are having a special five episode podcast called Snakes on a Podcast! This podcast will feature interviews with Keenan Thompson and Samuel L Jackson, as well as Jules Sylvester the snake wrangler on Snakes on a Plane and David R. Ellis, the film’s director. One episode of Snakes on a Podcast will be released daily. You can subscribe to the XML feed for Snakes on a Podcast at\u00a0http:\/\/www.reviewgames.com\/snakes\/snakesonapodcast.xml<\/a>\u00a0using your favorite Podcast catcher software, or you can download a new episode each day at\u00a0www.swactionnews.com<\/a>. Please be sure to check it out, but be aware, due to the subject matter of Snakes on a Plane,\u00a0Snakes on a Podcast contains harsh language and should only be listened to by people over age 18 who are not offended by such language.<\/span><\/p>\n

Thank you for listening to Star Wars Action News and, if you so choose, Snakes on a Podcast. Star Wars Action News will be back next week to discuss the Master Replicas AT-AT. Until then, may the pegs be stocked and the Force be with you!<\/p>\n

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Endor At-At Due 9\/1\/06<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 12, 2006 | 10:25 PM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Over at Toysrus.com you can still pre-order the\u00a0Deluxe Classic Endor AT-AT with Scout and Driver<\/a>and the\u00a0Star Wars The Saga Collection Luke Skywalker’s X-wing<\/a>\"\"<\/span><\/p>\n

Also available to order is the\u00a0Star Wars Bounty Hunter Gift Set<\/a>\u00a0in stock now.<\/p>\n

If you add these to your basket, then paste this link into your browser URL, and press enter.. when you go back to your basket.. you will have an extra 15% off.<\/p>\n

http:\/\/toysrus.rsc02.net\/servlet\/cc5?lhPkQUWQSRVGv0x8wf8612QvG2VaVU<\/p>\n

Step 1) Order your items.
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Rykrof Enloe # 8 – Traitor Within<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 11, 2006 | 11:23 PM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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The latest chapter in Soldier of Virtue: The Enloe Chronicles has just been released.<\/p>\n

The Clone Wars have begun! Although the Republic has recently won a crucial battle to protect its precious clone facilities on Kamino, the victory is short lived as Ambassador Tame Heem has become stranded on the distant planet Spahl VII.<\/p>\n

Led by Commander Rykrof Enloe, a team of Jedi and Republic Clone Troopers infiltrate a Separatist occupied territory watched over by Count Dooku himself.<\/p>\n

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New Wave<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 11, 2006 | 8:46 PM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Over at ToysrUs.com they have in the following figures…
\nStar Wars 3.75 Basic Figure C-3PO EWOK VILLAGE<\/a>\"\"
\nStar Wars 3.75 Basic Figure Clone Commander Cody<\/a>\"\"
\nStar Wars 3.75 Basic Figure Luke Tatooine<\/a>\"\"
\nStar Wars 3.75 Basic Figure R5-D4<\/a>\"\"
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Endor Wave at Kohls<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 11, 2006 | 6:45 PM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Two separate reports have come in today that the Endor wave is showing up at Kohls stores. Sure enough, a local friend of mine in St. Louis was able to pick up three Death Star Gunners at two different Kohls locations in the St. Louis area. So next time you are near a Kohls, it might be worth your while to make a quick stop and see what they have.
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UPDATE<\/span>\u00a015% Off Online Coupon @ TRU.com<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 11, 2006 | 4:42 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Yak reader Phil A. alerts us to an online coupon currently active at\u00a0TRU.com<\/a>. Good time to order some SW vehicles, don’tcha think?<\/span><\/p>\n

“I just wanted to give the Yakface readers a heads up on a special 15% off deal at www.toysrus.com that is currently running. I don\u2019t know how long it lasts for, but you need to copy and paste the link below to your browser and when you add an item on the site, it will show up as 15% off in your shopping cart. They have the AT-AT and new Dagobah X-Wing for pre-order which are eligible for the discounts as well as any other pre-order or in stock item. Enjoy!”<\/p>\n

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http:\/\/slickdeals.net\/?sduid=0&t=303902&u2=http:\/\/toysrus.rsc02.net\/servlet\/cc5?lhPkQUWQSRVGv0x8wf8612QvG2VaVU<\/a><\/p>\n

Thanks Phil!!<\/p>\n

UPDATE<\/span>\u00a0Sorry, the link I originally posted wasn’t working for some reason. It’s working now though.<\/p>\n

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Hasbro Q & A – Capsules, Kenobis and Vong!<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 11, 2006 | 4:18 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Pre-Order Dagobah X-Wing<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 11, 2006 | 10:53 AM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Yak reader Jedi_GSH wrote in to let us know that the TRU exclusive Dagobah X-Wing Fighter is available for pre-order at\u00a0ToysRUs.com.<\/a>\u00a0Retail price is listed as $44.99 before shipping and is set to ship on 9\/1.<\/span><\/p>\n

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ACME Archives Prints<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 11, 2006 | 8:24 AM EST |\u00a0Mark B<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

StarWarsShop.com<\/a>
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LEGO @ Target.com<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 11, 2006 | 6:47 AM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Here are two surprises on Target.com.. both cheaper than at Shop.LEGO.com…<\/span><\/p>\n

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\nLEGO Jawa Sandcrawler<\/a><\/span><\/center>\"\"
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Mace Windu Jedi Starfighter<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 11, 2006 | 6:25 AM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

The\u00a0Mace Windu Jedi Starfighter<\/a>\u00a0is now in stock and ready to ship.<\/span><\/p>\n

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TRU Exclusive Dagobah X-Wing<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 10, 2006 | 8:04 PM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Reports have been circulating that the TRU Exclusive Dagobah X-Wing has been showing up at retail. Today I was able to find one in St. Louis (last one at that store due to so many people calling and putting them on hold). So if you are wanting to add this ship to your collection, now is the time to start looking or calling your local TRU stores to see if they have them in stock.<\/p>\n

More information on the location of this find and others in the new Yakface\u00a0Store Reports<\/a>\u00a0section.<\/p>\n

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Saga Packaging Ships<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 10, 2006 | 9:59 AM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

The\u00a0GRIEVOUS WHEEL BIKE<\/a>\u00a0in Saga Packaging is available if you are looking for it.<\/span><\/p>\n

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New Pre-Orders From EE!<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 10, 2006 | 8:54 AM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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We received a little surprise today: New Titanium Series information!
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Anyway, here’s the latest in Titanium Series pre-orders:<\/p>\n

CASES
\nHS34558K4, Titanium Series Vehicles Wave 10 Revision 4, $74.99<\/a>
\nTitanium Series Vehicles Wave 10 Revision 4. These special 3-inch
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\ndisplay stand. This case includes the following 12 individually
\npackaged vehicles: 1x Speeder bike with Imperial Scout Trooper, 1x AT-AT, 1x 2004 Battlestar Galactica Cylon Raider, 1x Purple Mace Windu’s Jedi Starfighter, 2x Leia’s Speederbike, 1x Battlestar Galactica Colonial 1, 1x Battlestar Galactica Raptor, 1x Battlestar Galactica Viper Mk VII, 2x TIE Interceptor, 1x B-Wing Fighter. (Subject to change.)<\/p>\n

HS34558L, Titanium Series Vehicles Wave 11, $74.99<\/a>
\nTitanium Series Vehicles Wave 11. These special 3-inch vehicles are designed with moving parts, real die cast metal, and a display stand. This case includes the following 12 individually packaged vehicles: 3x TIE Fighter (dirty redeco), 3x Y-Wing (“vintage” red redeco), 3x Droid Tri-Fighter (added weaponry), 3x Swamp Speeder (muddy redeco with AT-RT driver pilots). (Subject to change).<\/p>\n

HS34558M, Titanium Series Vehicles Wave 12, $74.99<\/a>
\nTitanium Series Vehicles Wave 12. These special 3-inch vehicles are designed with moving parts, real die cast metal, and a display stand. This case includes the following 12 individually packaged vehicles: 3x Naboo Fighter (blue redeco), 3x TIE Bomber (dirty redeco), 3x Republic Gunship (Clone Wars Command Gunship redeco), 3x Snowspeeder (vintage redeco). (Subject to change).<\/p>\n

HT33901E, Titanium Series Transformers Robot Masters Wave 5, $74.99<\/a>
\nTitanium Series Transformers Robot Masters Wave 5. Includes 12 individually packaged die-cast metal action figures: 2x Grimlock, 2x Predaking, 2x Scorponok, 2x G1 Optimus Prime, 2x Alternators Smokescreen, 2x Bumblebee. (Subject to change.)<\/p>\n

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\nHS34558LL, Titanium Series Vehicles Wave 11 Set, $25.99<\/a>
\nTitanium Series Vehicles Wave 11 Set. These special 3-inch vehicles are designed with moving parts, real die cast metal, and a display stand. This set includes the following 4 individually packaged vehicles: 1x TIE Fighter (dirty redeco), 1x Y-Wing (“vintage” red redeco), 1x Droid Tri-Fighter (added weaponry), 1x Swamp Speeder (muddy redeco with AT-RT driver pilots). (Subject to change).<\/p>\n

HS34558MM, Titanium Series Vehicles Wave 12 Set, $25.99<\/a>
\nTitanium Series Vehicles Wave 12 Set. These special 3-inch vehicles are designed with moving parts, real die cast metal, and a display stand. This set includes the following 4 individually packaged vehicles: 1x Naboo Fighter (blue redeco), 1x TIE Bomber (dirty redeco), 1x Republic Gunship (Clone Wars Command Gunship redeco), 1x Snowspeeder (vintage redeco). (Subject to change).<\/p>\n

HT33901EE, Titanium Series Transformers Robot Masters Wave 4 and 5 Set, $37.99<\/a>
\nTitanium Series Transformers Robot Masters Wave 4 & 5 set. Includes 6 individually packaged die-cast metal action figures: 1x Grimlock, 1x Predaking, 1x Scorponok, 1x G1 Optimus Prime, 1x Alternators Smokescreen, 1x Bumblebee. (Subject to change.)<\/p>\n

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Attention Gaming Fans– Lego 2 Site Now Active<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 10, 2006 | 7:46 AM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

The Official Site<\/a>\u00a0has just updated with an article with lots of details on the upcoming Lego 2– The Original Trilogy Video Game, including the link to the game’s website which has just been launched.Check it all out here.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Customizer Spotlight – Glassman<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 10, 2006 | 12:03 AM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Tonight we spotlight one of the numerous projects by Yakker Glassman. For years he has been a leader in the customizing community at various fan websites, offering tips and sharing his work with others.<\/p>\n

Want to learn how to create customs like Glassman?\u00a0Click here<\/a>\u00a0for a glimpse at more of his work, or study up on specific customizing methods in our\u00a0Customizing Tutorial Section<\/a>\u00a0where Yakkers have been sharing their techniques and ideas, including several excellent tutorials by Glassman.<\/p>\n

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Deleted ANH Footage Online!<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 9, 2006 | 10:01 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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If you’ve never seen the deleted footage from A New Hope, now’s your chance! They’ve just been posted over at YouTube. Yak reader Chris gives us the head’s up and this report…<\/p>\n

“For those who may not have seen it yet…This Link<\/a><\/p>\n

Correct viewing order: Anchorhead, Anchorhead2, Cantina.
\nThere is quite a bit of sound loss in the Cantina scene. Pay attention to the voices of Wuher, Dr. Evazan, and Greedo.See them before the LFL lawyers see them.<\/p>\n

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Titanium IG-88 On Shelves Now<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 9, 2006 | 9:56 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Yakker “Darth Dav” nabbed the new Titanium IG-88 forged figure, no 501st Trooper was seen but they are shipping in the same assortment.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Endor AT-AT Stomps It’s Way Home!<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 9, 2006 | 9:54 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nYak reader Lukas has comandeered himself an Endor AT-AT @ a TRU in East L.A for $89.99.<\/span><\/p>\n

Congrats on the find Lukas and good luck to the rest of you!<\/p>\n

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Daddy Is Da Breadwinner, Ya Dig What I’m Sayin?<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 9, 2006 | 9:50 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Holy tap-dancing Sith Lords! This is one of the funniest things I’ve seen in a while.<\/span><\/p>\n

Titled “The Vader Sessions”, an inspired individual has strategically spliced bits of James Earl Jones dialogue from his other films into clips from A New Hope to hillarious effect.<\/p>\n

Hit\u00a0this link over at akjak.com<\/a>\u00a0to check it out.<\/p>\n

Thanks to Yak Forum member jaykerouac for the head’s up.<\/p>\n

NOTE<\/b>\u00a0There are a few lines containing language that some might find offensive, proceed with caution!<\/p>\n

If you like it, talk about it in our\u00a0Forums<\/a><\/p>\n

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UPDATE<\/span>\u00a0Dagobah X-Wing FOUND!<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 9, 2006 | 9:35 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Yak reader Sam reports finding the brand spankin’ new X-Wing Fighter with removable swamp sludge, dragonsnake and retooled Dagobah Luke at his local Pasadena Texas TRU. Keep those eyes peeled!<\/span><\/p>\n

UPDATE<\/span>\u00a0Looks like it’s making the rounds now. James N. reports finding one at his Burnsville, MN TRU.<\/p>\n

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SideShow Close To Shipping<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 9, 2006 | 8:50 PM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

The newest Sideshow figures about to ship are the Obi-Wan Kenobi and Mace Windu 12″ Figures. They are on the boat, expected in the warehouse in 15-20 days. For those of you who ordered these.. the time is coming for your shipment… \ud83d\ude42<\/span><\/p>\n

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Star Wars LEGO 2!!! Demo Download<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 9, 2006 | 8:48 PM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Over at Download.com you can now download the playable Demo of the new\u00a0Star Wars LEGO 2<\/a>. Head on over and take a look.<\/span><\/p>\n

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VOTC Lucas<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 9, 2006 | 9:30 AM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

For everyone wondering about their order.. my check was cashed mid June, I received mine yesterday.<\/span><\/p>\n

Here is the information I received from the Hasbro Toy Shop…<\/p>\n

Dear Customer,<\/p>\n

Thank you for contacting Hasbro\u2019s Order Department regarding our
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Sincerely,<\/p>\n

HasbroToyShop.com Customer Service Center<\/p>\n

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Off Topic – Pirates of the Caribbean Playset<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 8, 2006 | 11:25 PM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Today I saw at a Toysrus store the Pirates of the Caribbean Black Pearl ship playset. What a great looking item!<\/p>\n

Here is a much better description of this playset than I could ever write, courtesy of sponsorEntertainment Earth<\/a>, who has this item for pre-order.<\/p>\n

2 1\/2-feet long and everything you need in a good pirate ship! Quite literally the flagship toy of Pirates of the Caribbean 2: Dead Man’s Chest, this giant ship has so many pirate features you won’t know what to try out first. The specially designed sails have little pegs on them, so your figures can fight while walking the deadly tightrope above the ship. There are trap doors, swinging masts, blast-away sections, hidden cannons, and so much more wrapped up in a big boat that looks like a high-quality replica seen in the first two Pirates movies. With 9 sound effects, firiing cannons, a retractable zipline, and more, no toy gives you more fun this season! Fans of scurvy seafaring bilge rats can’t miss out on this one! Measures 19 1\/2-inches tall x 2 1\/2-feet long, figures not included.\u00a0<\/i><\/p>\n

So basically, to me this is a large scaled playset that looks very cool, which is something you see less and less of these days from Hasbro in our beloved Star Wars hobby.<\/p>\n

Our hats go off to\u00a0Zizzle<\/a>, the company who decided to bring this fantastic toy to Pirates collectors. Wouldn’t it be nice to see Hasbro make something this size, like a Sail Barge or AT-TE?<\/p>\n

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30 Years of Star Wars in 20 Minutes?<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 8, 2006 | 5:03 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Jedi VS. Darth Sidious Battle Pack<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 8, 2006 | 3:05 PM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Our friend Dan Curto over at Rebelscum has posted images of the upcoming Jedi VS. Darth Sidious Battle Pack.<\/span><\/p>\n

While these are all repacks, anyone who missed out on these figures last year can instantly recreate this scene out of Revenge of the Sith with this Battle Pack.<\/p>\n

Click here<\/a>\u00a0for some nice hi-res images.<\/p>\n

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Endor Wave at Gordmans<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 8, 2006 | 11:25 AM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Reports are coming in by Yak readers that Gordmans stores have been receiving the Endor Wave, including the elusive Death Star Gunner. So if you have one of these stores in your area, it might be worth your time to check it out. I remember finding various ROTS stuff last year there, including Tactical Ops Troopers when they were hard to find at other stores.<\/span><\/p>\n

For a listing of Gordmans stores to see if there is one in your area,\u00a0click here<\/a><\/p>\n

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KBToys Sale<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 8, 2006 | 7:58 AM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Over at\u00a0KBToys.com<\/a>\u00a0they have the following on sale…<\/span><\/p>\n

Revenge of the Sith Ultimate Lightsaber $24.99 (31% off)
\nEpisode III: Energy Beam Blaster $9.99 (50% off)
\nM-Pire 2-packs at $3.99 each
\nUnleashed Battle 4-Packs $3.99 each<\/p>\n

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The Enloe Chronicles: Soldier of Virtue Preview<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 8, 2006 | 12:47 AM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Coming soon will be another chapter in the photonovel series starring Rykrof Enloe. Rykrof will begin to see firsthand the horrors of a full scale war. New allies will be had, old friends will die. Allegiances will turn. The Clone Wars have begun.<\/p>\n

For more on this series and others, check out our\u00a0Photonovel Section<\/a>\u00a0and the other fun sections in the\u00a0Official Yakface Forums<\/a><\/p>\n

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Action HQ Update<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 7, 2006 | 10:08 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Bringing the Best to you FIRST with the NEW Star Wars TRU TIE Fighter, Koto 1\/7 Bespin Luke, Action Figure DataBase, Exclusive 400% Darth Vader Kubrick & Many More!<\/span><\/p>\n

Available Now!
\n– TRU Exclusive TIE Fighter color variant!
\n– Kotobukiya 1\/7 Bespin Luke Skywalker!<\/p>\n

Hot Pre-Orders!
\nStar Wars!
\n– 400% Darth Vader Exclusive Kubrick!
\n– Kubrick Series 7 Set of 6!
\n– 3.75″ Titanium Clone Trooper (NEW)!
\n– 3.75″ Titanium IG-88! (NEW)
\n– 3″ Titanium Series A-Wing!
\n– 3″ Titanium Series Sandcrawler!
\n– 3″ Titanium Series Star Destroyer!
\n– Kotobukiya 1\/7 C-3PO & R2-D2!
\n– Kotobukiya 1\/7 Jabba Slave Leia!
\n– 3″ Titanium Series Set of 3
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EE Information<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 7, 2006 | 7:57 PM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

IN STOCK NOW!<\/span><\/p>\n

CD15028, Star Wars Die Cast Darth Vader’s TIE Fighter Replica<\/a>, WAS
\n$329.99, NOW $99.90<\/p>\n

Available by itself for only $99.90, or add a Darth Vader Anakin Reveal bust or some Astromech droids for just a few dollars more.<\/p>\n

HS85770D5, Star Wars Saga Figures Wave 4, Rev. 5, $79.99<\/a>
\nStar Wars – The Saga Collection 3 3\/4-inch Basic Action Figure
\nAssortment Wave 4, Revision 5 contains 12 individually packaged action figures based primarily on the Battle of Coruscant: 2x Darth Vader with lightsaber (Saga #13), 2x Clone Trooper (Saga #26), 1x Coruscant Firespeeder Pilot (Saga #22), 1x Clone Commander Cody (Saga #24), 1x Lushros Dofine (Saga #23), 1x Foul Moudama (Muftak Jedi, Saga #29), 1x Anakin Skywalker (Saga #25), 1x Ki-Adi-Mundi (Hologram, Saga #27), 1x General Grievous (Saga #30), 1x Obi-Wan Kenobi (Saga #28). (Subject to change.)<\/p>\n

HS85770A, Star Wars Saga Figures Wave 1, $79.99<\/a>
\nStar Wars – The Saga Collection 3 3\/4-inch Basic Action Figure
\nAssortment Wave 1 contains 12 individually packaged action figures
\nbased on Jabba’s Palace: 2x Princess Leia – Boushh Disguise (Saga #1), 3x Han Solo – Carbonite (Saga #2), 2x Bib Fortuna (Saga #3), 1x Barada – Skiff Guard (Saga #4), 1x Chewbacca – Boushh Prisoner (Saga #5), 3x Boba Fett (Saga #6). (Subject to change.)<\/p>\n

HOT PREORDERS
\nHS85770H, Star Wars Saga Figures Wave 8, $79.99<\/a>
\nStar Wars – The Saga Collection 3 3\/4-inch Basic Action Figure
\nAssortment Wave 8 contains 12 individually packaged action figures : 1x Darth Maul (Sith Training, Saga #53), 1x Chewbacca (Cloud City Escape, Saga #54), 1x Kit Fisto (Clone Wars, Saga #55), 1x Commander Cody (Holograph, Saga #56), 2x Clone Trooper (ROTS<\/i>\u00a0green markings, Saga #57), 1x R5-A1, Saga #58), 2x Clone Trooper (ROTS<\/i>\u00a0blue striped, Saga #59),1x Clone Trooper (AOTC<\/i>\u00a0green, Saga #60), 1x Super Battle Droid (Kashyyyk, Saga #61), 1x Battle Droid 2-Pack (Kashyyyk, Saga #62). (Subject to change).<\/p>\n

HS85770G1, Star Wars Saga Figures Wave 7 Revision 1, $79.99<\/a>
\nStar Wars – The Saga Collection 3 3\/4-inch Basic Action Figure
\nAssortment Wave 7 Revision 1 contains 12 individually packaged action
\nfigures based on the\u00a0Star Wars<\/i>\u00a0Saga: 1x AT-AT Driver with
\nblaster (Saga #9), 1x Sora Bulq (Saga #15), 1x Commander Cody (Saga #24), 1x Sandtrooper (Saga #37), 1x Moff Jerjerrod (Saga #40), 1x Death Star Gunner (Saga #41), 1x C-3PO (Ewok Village, Saga #42), 1x Emperor Palpatine (Saga #43), 1x Luke Skywalker (Endor Gear, Saga #44), 1x Darth Vader (Death Star, Saga #45), 1x Obi-Wan Kenobi (Naboo, Saga #48), 1x Gungan Rep Been (Saga #49) (subject to change).<\/p>\n

HS85770F3, Star Wars Saga Figures Wave 6 Revision 3, $79.99<\/a>
\nStar Wars – The Saga Collection 3 3\/4-inch Basic Action Figure
\nAssortment Wave 6 Revision 3 contains 12 individually packaged action
\nfigures based on the entire\u00a0Star Wars<\/i>\u00a0Saga: 1x Princess Leia –
\nBoushh Disguise (Saga #1), 1x Han Solo – Carbonite (Saga #2), 1x Chewbacca – Boushh Prisoner (Saga #5), 1x R2-D2 (Saga #10), 1x Anakin
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SideShow Leia<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 7, 2006 | 2:31 PM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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D & S Update<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 7, 2006 | 11:30 AM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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New items over at\u00a0www.dnstoys.com<\/a><\/p>\n

501st SDCC Stormtrooper
\nEndor Wave Figures
\nSW Attacktix Wave 4
\nSW Unleashed 7″ Boba & Grievous Exclusives
\nSW Titanium Lava Vader, IG-88 & Clone Trooper
\nSW Titanium Sandcrawler, Super Star Destroyer & Blue A-Wing
\nBattlestar Galactica Titanium Vehicles – Wave 2
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\nLarge Scale Titanium Darth Vader Tie Fighter<\/p>\n

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Mail Away Lucas<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 7, 2006 | 11:22 AM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

If anyone can help me out. I am looking for the contact information for the company that is sending out the VOTC Lucas. I cannot find this information. Please email me at hfsolo@yahoo.com if you have it.<\/span><\/p>\n

Thank you…<\/p>\n

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Star Wars Action News – Episode 50!<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 7, 2006 | 8:56 AM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nEvery week\u00a0Arnie and Marjorie<\/a>\u00a0talk to you about things you can do to express your fandom from purchasing items that display your love for Star Wars to helping other collectors through trades. Perhaps one of the most extreme way someone can express their love of Star Wars is by obtaining what to some is the ultimate collectible, a Star Wars tattoo. Paid for in cash and in pain, it is a permanent display of devotion to Star Wars. Arnie and Marjorie promised to get new Star Wars tattoos if voted into the top 25 at\u00a0Podcast Alley<\/a>\u00a0and you obliged. Now Arnie and Marjorie are ready for those tattoos. They share with you their thought process into getting a tattoo and their experiences getting inked, both Star Wars and non, in the past.<\/span><\/p>\n

In addition, Arnie and Marjorie met up with some great folks at Wizard World in Chicago. They discuss their dinner at Longhorn Steak House, and share with you an interview they did with Doug Wangler, the character reference for fan favorite character Quinlan Vos.<\/p>\n

With the store reports, voice mails, and all the Scott from Tulsa you have come to expect from Star Wars Action News, this episode is now available for download.<\/p>\n

Also, don’t forget the Star Wars Action News 1 Year Anniversary contest is going on right now, and thanks to some late prize additions from sponsors even if you lose you can win. That’s right, anyone who submits answers, right or wrong, to 25 of the questions will be entered into a drawing to win from DK Publishing either a Complete Visual Dictionary or Complete Locations book. Full details can be found in our Star Wars Action News\u00a0forums<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Master Replicas Black Chrome Mini Han Blaster Reviewed<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 6, 2006 | 11:20 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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New Titanium Ships And Figures At Target<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 5, 2006 | 3:02 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

The new Titanium wave with the Superstar destroyer\/
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Custom Spotlight: Yakface Forum Photonovelists<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 5, 2006 | 12:58 AM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Several Yakface forum members have been hard at work with some great photonovel updates as of late, including\u00a0Lushros Dofine<\/b>\u00a0with his action packed\u00a0Empire at War<\/i>\u00a0series which takes place after the events of ROTS, and\u00a0Brent S.<\/b>\u00a0with a new look at the true nature of the Dark Side with his intriguing\u00a0Duel of the Sith<\/i>\u00a0series.<\/p>\n

Check these and many other photonovels out by\u00a0Clicking Here.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Hasbro Q & A – Ask 3, Get 2 Free!<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 4, 2006 | 5:44 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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NOTE<\/b>\u00a0We’re running out of questions guys. Just about all the questions from the Q&A thread that will be sent, have been sent, so help us restock with some\u00a0fresh questions<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Also, I will be going through and deleting old questions from the submit questions thread that have been sent and\/or already answered. Just to keep the thread tidy.<\/p>\n

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Star Wars Insider 89 Now Arriving<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 4, 2006 | 1:39 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

The latest issue of the Star Wars Insider is now arriving in Fan Club member’s mailboxes. This one includes articles on this fall’s rerelease of the original trilogy on dvd as well as Dark Horse’s new Legacy series. Be sure to check it out.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Vos in Boss in 2006<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 4, 2006 | 10:26 AM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Wondering where your pick was for the Fan’s Choice Poll for 2006?
\nToy Fare<\/a>\u00a0has updated with an offical list of the top 25, indicating the percentages of votes.<\/span><\/p>\n

By the indication of the percentages, the Expanded Universe really did well, as most of the top vote getters were EU characters. Leading the way as we all know was Quinlan Vos, who won by a good margin over the other competition. Here is a breakout of the top 10 vote getters;<\/p>\n

1. Quinlan Vos* (11.4%)
\n2. Darth Revan* (8.1%)
\n3. Yarna D’al Gargan (6.7%)
\n4. Darth Nihilus (6.6%)
\n5. Bastila Shan (6.5%)
\n6. Clone Commander (5.7%)
\n7. HK-47 (5%)
\n8. Willrow Hood (5%)
\n9. Hermi Odle (4.3%)
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UPDATE<\/span>\u00a0Leia as Boushh Today! ***NOW AVAILABLE!!***<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 4, 2006 | 8:35 AM EST |\u00a0Mark B<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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UPDATE<\/span><\/b>\u00a0The exclusive edition is now\u00a0SOLD OUT<\/b>. Quantities of the regualr edition remain however.<\/p>\n

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UPDATE<\/span>\u00a0501st Troopers and TIE’s Back In Stock Too!<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 3, 2006 | 10:15 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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HasbroToyShop.com<\/a>\u00a0has got ’em in stock and there doesn’t appear to be a quantity limit either.<\/p>\n

Big thanks to Yak reader Frank for the head’s up on this one!<\/p>\n

UPDATE<\/span><\/b>\u00a0As expected, the 501st trooper is\u00a0SOLD OUT<\/b><\/p>\n

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Yakker Brian P. gets the nod for this news. Thanks Brian!<\/p>\n

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Shadow Troopers Back In Stock<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 3, 2006 | 10:04 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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If you didn’t get your order in the first time around, head over to\u00a0The Star Wars Shop<\/a>\u00a0and get while the gettin’s good!<\/p>\n

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501st Troopers Shipping<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 3, 2006 | 8:40 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Yakker Barry reports receiving the good news that Hasbro is shipping out the 501st Stormtroopers, here he is with more…<\/span><\/p>\n

“Just a head’s up to let you know that Hasbro sent me a notice that the 501st S\/Trooper I ordered on the 20th was shipped. It previously had been put on backorder due to the chaos of the servers that day. Hopefully others are getting the same notice.<\/p>\n

-Thank you for shopping with HasbroToyShop.com. We have shipped the following item(s) from ORDER ****** RECEIVED on 7\/20\/2006 7:35 PM.”<\/p>\n

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Shadow Stormtrooper Arrives<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 2, 2006 | 3:15 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Got our first report of the Star Wars Shop exclusive Shadow Stormtrooper arriving. Here’s Yak reader Gus…<\/span><\/p>\n

“Hey guys I got my Shadow Stormtrooper just a few moments a ago, pretty cool figure. The card has a small comic strip on the back, also on the back it says that the figure was created for Star Wars Online Shop. – Gus”<\/p>\n

I personally got my ship notification earlier this week so it should be showing up any time now. Yours should too!<\/p>\n

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The Indy Knights 5th Anniversary!<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 2, 2006 | 10:51 AM EST |\u00a0Deron<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

August 2nd, 2006 the Indy Knights will celebrate their 5th anniversary as an organized group. From humble beginnings on the TF.n Fan Force boards to over one hundred members a web site and their own boards, the Indy Knights have made a home for the Start Wars fans of Indiana. You may have met some of them at Celebrations II or III in the Fan area or around the floor of the con.<\/span><\/p>\n

Highlights of the Knights 5 years include:<\/p>\n

First Elections
\nCelebration II and the C2 party
\nAOTC line up
\nAOTC IMAX
\nCelebration III and the C3 party
\nROTS line up<\/p>\n

And annual events including:<\/p>\n

RTV6 toy drive
\nHoliday food drive
\nHallmark Ornament release
\nJust to name a few<\/p>\n

So if you are in the neighborhood on August the 2nd, come on by and help us Celebrate. Questions or directions can be answered on the web site\u00a0Indy Knights<\/a>\u00a0or by contacting\u00a0the President of the group<\/a><\/p>\n

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LEGO: NEW X-Wing Set images<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 1, 2006 | 5:33 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Action HQ Update<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 1, 2006 | 3:38 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Bringing the Best to you FIRST with the NEW SW Kubrick Series 6 Secrets Wedge Antilles, Grand Moff Tarkin & Koto 1\/7 EP5 Luke! Plus Hot Pre-Orders 1:48 Limited Version Airwolf, KISS Rodimus Convoy & Xiao Xiao, Revoltech Patlabor Ingram 1 & EVA-00 (Blue), New Zoids Shield Liger model kit & Many More!<\/span><\/p>\n

Available Now!
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Hot Pre-Orders!
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\n– 3″ Titanium Series Sandcrawler!<\/a>
\n– 3″ Titanium Series Star Destroyer!<\/a>
\n– Kotobukiya 1\/7 C-3PO & R2-D2!<\/a>
\n– Kotobukiya 1\/7 Jabba Slave Leia!<\/a>
\n– 3″ Titanium Series Set of 3 (M.Falcon, Luke Speederbike & Rep. Cruiser)!<\/a><\/p>\n

Get yours FIRST at the NEW Action-HQ.com!<\/a><\/p>\n

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Star Wars Action News – Episode XLIX –\u00a0<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 1, 2006 | 1:31 PM EST |\u00a0Scott<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\"\"<\/a><\/span><\/center>Marjorie and Arnie are back with a new episode of\u00a0Star Wars Action News<\/a>\u00a0and a special announcement! Star Wars Action News is having a birthday! What better way to celebrate than to have a month long contest? Beginning 8\/01, head over to the SWAN forums to try and answer a trivia question. Each day will have a new trivia question culminating in a trivia show down on a special one year anniversary LIVE SHOW. There are cool prizes including 2 Master Replicas FX Sabers, four Gentle Giant clone mini-busts (including the SDCC exclusive Shocktrooper), and much, much more! This is all made possible, thanks to our sponsors (in alphabetical order):<\/p>\n

DK Publishing
\nFederation Toys
\nForbidden Planet
\nFX-Sabers.com
\nJediTempleArchives.Com
\nKM Collectibles
\nRazor’s Edge Collectibles
\nWattographs
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\nYakface.com<\/b><\/p>\n

In this week\u2019s episode, Marjorie reviews her brand new Artoo Potatoo. Was it love at first site? Make sure to check out Jakob\u2019s monthly segment about comic-con and keeping your geekiness secret. Also this week Scott From Tulsa gives his report on what\u2019s in the stores.<\/p>\n

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The Return of Scorch<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 1, 2006 | 12:05 PM EST |\u00a0rykrofenloe<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

We’ve had numerous reports regarding Walmart stores totally restocked with figures, including endcaps and sidepanels full of figures.<\/span><\/p>\n

Seems like Hasbro is now shipping in full force a repacked assortment of SAGA figures that includes a couple of Scorch figures, Utapau Clones, Sandtroopers and a few Tatooine based rehashes from the Carkoon and Cantina Waves.<\/p>\n

The Endor Wave has also been spotted mixed in with these displays.<\/p>\n

Might be a good time to hit a couple Walmarts this week and see what you can find!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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