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StarWarsShop: 3-Day Video Game Blowout Sale<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 26, 2009 | 2:02 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

From now until Friday Aug. 28th,\u00a0StarWarsShop<\/a>\u00a0is holding a Video Game Blowout! Head over a pick up a few titles for as low as $14.99 each!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Toys”R”Us Clone Wars Marketing Reset<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 26, 2009 | 1:36 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nMy local Toys”R”Us revamped the front section of the the store today switching out the G.I. Joe marketing and replaced it with the new look for the Clone Wars merchandise. Click the image above to view what your local Toys”R”Us will look like on your next visit.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Dewback with Imperial Sandtrooper In Depth<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 26, 2009 | 12:06 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Our friend Dennis at\u00a0Star Wars I Like Blog<\/a>\u00a0has posted a fantastic preview\/review of the upcoming Wal-Mart Exclusive Dewback with Imperial Sandtrooper. Head over for the full run down of features for this guaranteed best selling set.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Episode 209: A Major Loose Vintage Haul<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 25, 2009 | 9:57 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nVintage collecting is a niche that is often overlooked. With Hasbro bringing out well over 100 figures each year between carded, battle packs, and Clone Wars, it is all too easy to forget about the toys of yesteryear, that so many of us Star Wars fans played with growing up. But for Star Wars Action News, the time for vintage was now as a seemingly once in a lifetime vintage buy was had. What did they get? How much did they pay? Listen to this week’s Star Wars Action News to find out!<\/p>\n

Also this week, they review the recently revealed Gentle Giant Star Wars Dartboard, discuss the new circulating rumors of the Star Wars live action series, and have a Hasbro Q&A answering questions about the Asajj Ventress F\/X saber and how Hasbro has determined Ahsoka Tano to be “the bestselling female Star Wars figure of all time”.<\/p>\n

Listen to all this and more on this week’s podcast of Star Wars Action News!
\nYou can download this week’s show\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0or use the direct link:\u00a0Audio<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0Enhanced<\/a>\u00a0Versions.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Toyguide Update: Disney\/Star Tours Jedi Training Academy<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 24, 2009 | 10:45 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of the Exclusive Disney\/Star ToursJedi Training Academy<\/a>\u00a0Boxed Set.<\/p>\n

Available only at Star Wars Weekends through Disney’s Hollywood Studios, this set consists of 4 kitbashed\/repainted Jedi (3 padawans and 1 Jedi Master) along with a repack of Hasbro’s go-to VOTC Vader.<\/p>\n

Head to the toyguide<\/a>\u00a0to view the complete photo gallery and be sure to read the “Yak Facts” regarding this set.<\/p>\n

Thanks to fellow MN collector “Admiral Ackbar” for the hook up with this set.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Death Troopers Signing Tour<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 24, 2009 | 6:24 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Are you looking forward to getting your copy of the first Star Wars horror novel autographed? Our friends over at\u00a0The Force.net<\/a>\u00a0have come up with the latest entries on Joe Schreiber’s signing tour and updated their books page with a comprehensive tour list.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Clone Wars Season 2 Coming October 2!<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 24, 2009 | 12:47 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Coming off of the record-setting first season of Star Wars: The Clone Wars, Cartoon Network announced today it will premiere a full slate of 22 all-new episodes for season two of the critically acclaimed and top-rated CG-animated series from creator George Lucas and Lucasfilm Animation. The special one-hour season two premiere event of Star Wars: The Clone Wars airs Friday, October 2, at 8 p.m. (ET\/PT).<\/p>\n

Head to\u00a0BUSINESS WIRE<\/a>\u00a0for the full press release.<\/span><\/p>\n

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TFU Shaak Ti Prototype Images\u00a0<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 24, 2009 | 12:42 AM EST |\u00a0Justin2<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

The upcoming TFU version of the lovely Shaak Ti appears to be shaping up nicely. Head on over and check out some great pics showing off her sculpt and articulation at\u00a0Jedinews<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Yakface\/Hasbro Top 30 Fans’ Choice – The Results!<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 24, 2009 | 12:12 AM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

The results are in! Head into\u00a0the forums<\/a>\u00a0to view our list of “Top 30” requested figures for the Hasbro Fans’ Choice Poll! And thanks to all that participated.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Huge Big Bad Toy Store Update<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 23, 2009 | 10:14 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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MUSEUM REPLICAS STAR WARS COSTUMES, ACCESSORIES, LIGHTSABERS
\nWe’ve just listed a number of new Star Wars costume items. We’ve got lightsaber (hilts) for Anakin, Obi-Wan and Luke, along with full costume ensembles for those three and Imperial Death Star and Fleet Officers. We’ve also got accessories like belts and caps if you prefer to mix and match, and we’ve got Anakin, Obi-Wan and Imperial boots in sizes 8-13. Check out the complete selection in the new costume section.<\/p>\n

STAR WARS PRINCESS LEIA IN SLAVE OUTFIT MINI BUST
\nGentle Giant’s latest star wars bust shows Leia in her memorable outfit from the beginning of “Return of the Jedi”, wielding a vibro-ax and ready to take on your slug problem. Leia in Slave Outfit is priced at $49.99, and will be arriving this February.<\/p>\n

STAR WARS DART BOARD & CASE SET
\nTHis stylish dartboard and case set features the artwork of Adam Hughes, showing the Princess (yet again) in her slave outfit. Priced at $139.99 ($25 off the MSRP), this set also comes with Rebellion and Empire flights – darts not included.
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\nOur 25% Off GI Joe 25th Anniversary Sale will continue a bit longer, the response has been fantastic (some sale orders may take a bit longer to ship due to backups in the warehouse) Take a look at the GI Joe menus for great deals on all our remaining 25th Anniversary Stock. Also be sure to check out our other sale that features a variety of BBTS Exclusives, Transformers, Star Wars and many other items.
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\nSTAR WARS CLONE COMMANDERS ARTFX SET
\nThis set of statues from Kotobukiya includes Captain Rex, Commander Cody and Commander Gree, each done in a 7″ scale. Each figure also comes with a piece to assemble the build-a-figure for this wave, a Clone Trooper. We’ve got the whole set priced at $149.99, a $30 savings off the MSRP.<\/p>\n

STAR WARS CLONE WARS DELUXE VEHICLE WAVE 2 CASE, SINGLES
\nThis new case includes the popular ARC-170 in the new delxue style, as well as the brand new Clone Wars Era Y-Wing Starfighter. We’ve got the ARC-170 priced at $74.99 and the Y_Wing at $84.99, or you can save about $20 and pick them up as a case of two, priced at $139.99.<\/p>\n

STAR WARS VEHICLE FIGURE PACKS SERIES 2 CASE, SINGLES
\nWe’ve also received the second wave of the Figure & Vehicle collection, and we’ve got the case of 4 priced at $69.99; if you’d prefer to mix and match, we’ve got singles of Anakin on Can-Cell and the Clone Trooper on BARC Speeder, each priced at $18.99.
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Party With the Ladies<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 23, 2009 | 6:01 PM EST |\u00a0Justin2<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nWhen you have a friend turning 40, the gags are on but for a Star Wars collector this one takes the cake.\u00a0Joerhyno<\/b>\u00a0shares with us a great solution to all those dust collecting Fans Choice figures at your local retailer – check out what happens when great customizing skills and a bit of humor meet after\u00a0the jump<\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Detailed AT-ST Images at Rebelscum<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 21, 2009 | 11:57 AM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Our friends at\u00a0Rebelscum<\/a>\u00a0has posted an excellent Photo Archive update showcasing the AT-ST. Head over for a look and prepare for your legs to get all wobbly!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Andrew’s Toyz Newsfeed<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 20, 2009 | 9:40 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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New Gentle Giant Pre-Orders at\u00a0<\/a>Andrew’s Toyz<\/a>!<\/p>\n

– Princess Leia Jabba’s Slave Mini Bust ….. $49.95
\n– Peter Pettigrew Wormtail Mini Bust ….. $49.95
\n– Halo Brute Mini Bust ….. $57.95
\n– Star Wars Dart Board ….. $131.95<\/p>\n

Visit\u00a0Andrew’s Toyz<\/a>\u00a0for the above new items and much more!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Official Word On Star Tours 2.0?<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 20, 2009 | 7:38 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

It seems that we may be hearing very soon.\u00a0Screamscape<\/a>\u00a0is pointing out that The website promoting Disney’s D23 Expo (D23 is an official club for Disney fans) is announcing that some “Imperial Dignitaries” will be at the upcoming expo in Anaheim. More info as soon as we get it. In the meantime, check out their info\u00a0here.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Yakface\/Hasbro QnA: 71st Edition<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 20, 2009 | 5:10 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe Yakface\/Hasbro QnA returns this week with the answers to questions submitted may back on August 3rd.\u00a0Head to our forum<\/a>\u00a0to find out what they had to say. Topics this round cover those pesky running change figures like the Hoth Trooper, Imperial Scanning Crew and the Utai, new products in stores beating SDCC announcements and Leesub’s lack of accessories.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Big Bad Toy Store Newsfeed<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 18, 2009 | 11:13 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\n60+ ITEM CLEARANCE SALE – MANY EXCLUSIVES
\nWe’ve cut prices deeply on quite a few of our older BBTS exclusives. Many other items including Transformers, Star Wars, Marvel, Medicom Real Action Heroes, Indiana Jones, and more are on sale – take a look at the full list
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\nWe’ve just received another shipment of SDCC Exclusives. With five different minimates packs, a couple of Transformers G1 busts, some sketch variant cover comics, and even an angry marshmallow man, there’s something here for everyone<\/p>\n

MEDICOM REAL ACTION HERO ANAKIN SKYWALKER
\nThe figure is highly authentic and film accurate, and ready to take life on your shelf in any dynamic pose that you desire. Medicom Toy’s RAH body is one of the most articulated 12-inch figure bodies available, capable of nearly any pose that the human (or superhero) body can achieve. In stock now at $164.99
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Yakfinities Continues…<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 18, 2009 | 9:36 PM EST |\u00a0Justin2<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe 30th Yakfinities Customizing Challenge ends this month so all you customizers be sure to getyour entries submitted<\/a>!<\/p>\n

We’ve also started category voting for the next challenge, which if you’re registered in the Yakface forums you can make your voice heard\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Entertainment Earth Summer Blowout Sale Extended<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 18, 2009 | 8:27 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nEntertainment Earth<\/a>\u00a0has announced that they’re extending their annual Summer Blowout Sale until the end of the month! To show their appreciation, they’ve been marking down items up to 80% off! Buy action figures, games, and collectible statues and busts at the lowest prices ever! Star Wars, Star Trek, Spider-Man, and more are on sale. But hurry… their limited stock won’t last long at these prices!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Episode 208: Collecting Bytes<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 18, 2009 | 3:39 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nWe’ve talked about collecting figures, busts, statues, bookmarks, candy, and Band-Aids. But this week on Star Wars Action News, we begin a look at a new type of collecting–the collecting of digital fan audio. Do you download all the episodes of Star Wars Action News and keep them on your hard drive? Have you sought out the exclusive movie commentaries they have released, or the special music CD they gave out at Celebration 4? If so, then you are already a digital collector. This week, Nathan P. Butler talks about collecting another type of fan audio–the fan audio drama, which is where Star Wars fan fiction meets old timey radio productions.<\/p>\n

Also this week on Star Wars Action News: scantily clad ladies! Where? Well, they’re at the Lucasfilm Chicago ComicCon presentation, in the prize-winning Saber fan video, and even on StarWars.com! Listen to find out more.<\/p>\n

With details on all the exclusives still available online (*cough* Gentle Giant *cough*) and the sightings of the newest figures, and a review of the Uncle Milton Dagobah Frog Habitat, it’s all this week on Star Wars Action News!<\/p>\n

You can download this week’s show\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0or use the direct link:\u00a0Audio<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0Enhanced<\/a>\u00a0Versions.<\/p>\n

Be sure to head over to Star Wars Action News and check out their new website design as well!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Attakus Probe Droid Official Details<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 17, 2009 | 9:29 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe masterful sculptors at\u00a0Attakus<\/a>\u00a0have passed on to us the official details surrounding the Imperial Probe Droid statue. Read on for the full information.<\/p>\n

You have been waiting for a long time on this one… The PROBE DROID\u00a0is about to enter earth’s atmosphere!<\/p>\n

Attakus is proud to announce the release of this long awaited statue. The Probe Droid never done before, by any other company in a full size resin statue. The technical achievement is quite impressive. The Probe Droid is specially designed for deep space exploration and reconnaissance. They are employed in science and military applications. They gather information and transmit it to their masters over vast distances. Tenacious hunters and searchers, probe droids have a variety of sensors.<\/p>\n

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\nSize: Stands 17″ \/\u00a042 cm\u00a0+ 4″\/ 10 cm for the\u00a0antennas
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\nPre-orders: Available until September 1st<\/p>\n

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Legacy Collection TPM Obi-Wan Kenobi (BD06)<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 17, 2009 | 9:20 PM EST |\u00a0Justin2<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nForumite\u00a0Eopie Herder<\/b>\u00a0treats us all with some great Hasbro eye candy as he’s gotten his hands on the upcoming Obi Wan figure from the much anticipated TPM wave due out this Fall – head on over to the forums for a\u00a0closer look<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Rise Trailer and J-E-D-I Song at Cartoon Network<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 17, 2009 | 9:04 AM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Cartoon Network<\/a>\u00a0has updated their Clone Wars mini site with an expanded teaser trailer for season two of The Clone Wars and they’ve also added a fun sing-along Jedi Song as well. Visit\u00a0Cartoon Network<\/a>\u00a0to watch them both.<\/p>\n

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Customizer Mega Spotlight<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 16, 2009 | 10:24 PM EST |\u00a0Justin2<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nIt’s back to the grind with another week of work, but during some free time you can kick back and enjoy some more great custom figures from Yakface forum members.<\/p>\n

We lead things off with some jaw-dropping customs from a new member of the forum community here,\u00a0Stocos28<\/b>. Check out his great variety of figures\u00a0here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Also, Hasbro may not be focused on Indiana Jones this summer, but there’s still interest in the community and forumite\u00a0Luke Sprywalker<\/b>\u00a0has been hard at work adding to his\u00a0impressive collection<\/a>of characters that the Big H has neglected.<\/p>\n

Last but not least, you won’t want to miss the latest from our Sandtrooper ally\u00a0jokabofe<\/b>\u00a0who has created one of the hottest\u00a0Mara Jade<\/a>\u00a0customs you’ll ever see.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Big Bad Toy Store Newsfeed<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 15, 2009 | 11:31 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThere was a veritable army of exclusives available at this year’s San Diego Comic Con, and we’ve managed to pick up a number of them for our customers. From Hasbro, we’ve got the 25th Anniversary Soundwave box set, Smiling Luke Skywalker with ladder accessory, the 12″ Baroness from the GI Joe movie, the Marvel Universe Invaders box set and more. From Mattel we have the new 3.75″ Buzz Lightyear, the Rescue Mater box set from the upcoming Cars Toon, the Green Lantern Origin JLU Three-Pack, the Wonder Twins box set, Egon from the Ghostbusters and others – take a look at the list and links below, and pick your favorites before they’re gone.
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\nSTAR WARS LIGHTSABER CHOPSTICKS
\nThese new Star Wars collectibles are a great way to cross your hobby over
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Photonovel Spotlight – The Guardians of Peace and Justice<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 15, 2009 | 12:50 AM EST |\u00a0Justin2<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nYakface forumite\u00a0Darth Kikinou<\/b>\u00a0has completed all four acts in the second installment of his prequel based photonovel series.<\/p>\n

Act One<\/a>\u00a0introduces us to Iktotch, where two brave Jedi Knights are sent on a mission to protect the planet from Mandalorian raids.<\/p>\n

The two Jedi soon find themselves in peril and struggle for survival in the\u00a0Second Act<\/a>, and receive aid from an unlikely source.<\/p>\n

But the tables are quickly turned and a young Padawan must come of age in\u00a0Act Three<\/a>\u00a0as he must use every trick the Jedi Order has taught him in order to survive.<\/p>\n

You’ll have to hang on tight during\u00a0Final Act<\/a>, which brings to light the revelation of the rise of the Sith that will one day bring down the Jedi Order.<\/p>\n

So find some time this weekend to kick back and read through all four chapters as one of your fellow Yakkers takes you through an exciting fan fic journey that any fan of Star Wars can appreciate!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Toyguide Update: CW20 Clone Trooper Denal<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 14, 2009 | 7:39 AM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of\u00a0Clone Trooper Denal<\/a>, the next entry to the rapidly expanding\u00a0Clone Wars section<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Making his debut in the popular episode “Duel of the Droids”, Denal and a squad of clones join Captain Rex, Ahsoka and Anakin in an assault on the separatist listening post “Skytop Station”.<\/p>\n

Hasbro again offers up another unique trooper with Clone Trooper Denal. He shares the the standard super articulated clone trooper body which has been slightly modified to accept the post from the new missile-firing JT-12 jetpack and also shares the head sculpt from\u00a0Commander Cody<\/a>\u00a0(without the facial scars) and\u00a0Echo<\/a>. He features the new style removable clone trooper helmet (first used onCommander Gree<\/a>) but this displays the distinctive blue color of the 501st Legion and has a custom design with “tears” on each cheek. For accessories, he includes the standard issue DC-15A blaster and 2 missiles; the longer missile launches from the backpack and the other serves as a plug to finish off the design of the jetpack when not in firing mode.<\/p>\n

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New Assault on Ryloth Battle Pack Image<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 13, 2009 | 11:46 AM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nOur friends at\u00a0JediDefender<\/a>\u00a0have posted a new image of the Clone Wars Assault on Ryloth Battle Pack that contains Mace Windu, Commander Cody and new clone troopers Waxer and Boil. Head over for a closer look.<\/span><\/p>\n

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New Arrivals at StarWarsShop.com<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 13, 2009 | 11:13 AM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

StarWarsShop.com<\/a>\u00a0has updated with the addition of several Star Wars and Indiana Jones Lego Sets to its\u00a0New Arrivals<\/a>\u00a0section. Head over to order the following as they’re in stock and ready to ship:<\/p>\n

Star Wars<\/b>
\nMotorized Walking AT-AT<\/a>
\nMid-scale Millennium Falcon<\/a>
\nRepublic Dropship with AT-OT Walker<\/a>
\nHome One Mon Calamari Star Cruiser\u00a0<\/a>
\nEcho Base\u00a0<\/a>
\nThe Battle of Endor\u00a0<\/a>
\nAnakin’s Y-Wing Starfighter<\/a>
\nVenator-class Republic Cruiser<\/a>
\nSeparatists Shuttle<\/a>
\nPirate Tank<\/a>
\nCorporate Alliance Tank<\/a><\/p>\n

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\nVenice Canal Chase<\/a>
\nThe Temple of Doom<\/a>
\nFighter Plane Attack<\/a>
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What’s New For Star Wars At Disney?<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 12, 2009 | 9:50 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Our friends over at\u00a0Endor Express.net<\/a>\u00a0have scored all of the details, including photos! There’s lots and lots of Star Wars exclusive goodness coming to the Mouse’s parks including more spuds— Yam Solo’s partner finally sees tater, err plastic among others.\u00a0Check it all out here<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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New Comic Packs Appearing<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 12, 2009 | 11:03 AM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nYakreader Chad R. picked up the new Vong\/Katarn and Lumiya\/Luke Comic Packs from his Decatur, Alabama Target. Click the image above for a closer look. Nice find Chad!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Toys”R”Us Hasbro Summer Event Sale<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 12, 2009 | 6:28 AM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Toys”R”Us<\/a>\u00a0has launched a “Hasbro Summer Event” Sale where shoppers can\u00a0save $10<\/b>\u00a0on purchases over $30,\u00a0save $20<\/b>\u00a0on purchases over $60 and save\u00a0$30<\/b>\u00a0on purchases over $90! Plus, if your make your Hasbro purchase online, you’ll get free shipping! So visit\u00a0ToysRUs.com<\/a>\u00a0for great savings!<\/span><\/p>\n

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New Rise of the Bounty Hunters TV Spot<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 11, 2009 | 4:16 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Cartoon Newtork has been airing a new 15 second spot for the upcoming second season of The Clone Wars. Head to\u00a0YouTube<\/a>\u00a0to take a gander at the bounty hunter badness!<\/p>\n

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Toyguide Update: CW17 Clone Trooper Echo\u00a0<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 11, 2009 | 9:46 AM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of\u00a0Clone Trooper Echo<\/a>, the next entry to the rapidly expanding\u00a0Clone Wars section<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Making his debut in the popular episode “Rookies”, Echo and contingent of clones are stationed at the listening post on the Rishi Moon tasked with warning Kamino of potential Separatist attacks. Soon the output is infiltrated by the Commando Droids and Commander Cody, Captain Rex, Echo and the other “shinies” devise a plan to retake the station.<\/p>\n

The Clone Wars is populated with nameless and faceless soldiers, but here, Hasbro offers up another unique trooper in Clone Trooper Echo. Although he shares the SA clone trooper body and the head sculpt from\u00a0Commander Cody<\/a>\u00a0(without the facial scars), he does have a few distinguishing characteristics. He features a removable helmet with adjustable binocular visor and his armor displays a blue bloody hand print as shown in the aforementioned “Rookies” episode. For accessories, Clone Trooper Echo includes the standard DC-15A blaster and a missile-firing Z-6 rotary blaster cannon. If there was any one change I’d like for this figure (other than a more battle worn deco of course) would be for his armor to have included the small medal on his chest plate as seen at the end of the episode.<\/p>\n

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New Star Wars Collection from Marc Ecko<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 11, 2009 | 8:35 AM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

The new Star Wars collection by Marc Ecko has arrived with new Darth Vader, Darth Maul, and X Wing Pilot hoodies. Also be sure to check out the reversible Darth Vader, Boba Fett and Chewbacca bubble jackets. Head to\u00a0ShopEcko.com<\/a>\u00a0to pre-order them today!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Episode 207: It Works Every Time<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 11, 2009 | 12:58 AM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Also over the weekend came the shocking announcement that Karen Traviss, author of the much beloved Republic Commando series, will no longer be writing for Star Wars. That announcement is analyzed this week.<\/p>\n

With discussions of online exclusive orders from Acme, Sideshow, and Gentle Giant, it’s all this and more on this week’s Star Wars Action News!<\/p>\n

You can download this week’s show\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0or use the direct link:\u00a0Audio<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0Enhanced<\/a>\u00a0Versions.<\/p>\n

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Toyguide Update: CW09 Commander Gree\u00a0<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 10, 2009 | 10:33 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of\u00a0Commander Gree<\/a>, the next entry to the rapidly expanding\u00a0Clone Wars section<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Sporting his Phase I style armor, Commander Gree is the latest figure to be released in the popular Clone Wars line joining the ranks of the other clone officers like Rex, Cody, Fox and Ponds. As with all clones in this series, Gree is loaded with 14 points of articulation, plus he also features a removable helmet revealing a distinctive double mohawk head sculpt, a removable bandolier, working holster, a DC-17 hand blaster, DC-15A blaster rifle and a firing missile launcher*.<\/p>\n

Head to the toyguide<\/a>\u00a0to see if this figure is worth adding to your collection.<\/p>\n

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The Making of The Empire Strikes Back<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 10, 2009 | 5:23 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe\u00a0Official Site<\/a>\u00a0updates today with an announcement of a follow-up to the popular\u00a0The Making of Star Wars<\/i>\u00a0book by Lucasfilm’s J.W. Rinzler<\/p>\n

The Making of the Empire Strikes Back is brimming with never-before-published photos and will be available in 2010 and published by Del Rey Books. Head to\u00a0StarWars.com<\/a>\u00a0for more details.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Yakface\/Hasbro QnA: 70th Edition<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 10, 2009 | 4:54 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Clone Wars Gambit: Stealth<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 10, 2009 | 3:35 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nComing this February is the first installment of a two-book Obi-Wan Kenobi and Anakin Skywalker adventure, set against the backdrop of the Clone Wars! Written by Karen Miller, here’s a first look at its cover art by Craig Howell and a synopsis of this trade paperback release from Del Rey Books.<\/p>\n

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Star Wars Content Blasts onto Wii Console<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 10, 2009 | 11:28 AM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

From LucasArts:<\/p>\n

Fans of Star Wars\u00ae and classic Nintendo games will want to keep an eye on their\u00a0Wii\u2122 Shop Channel<\/a>for the next month. Nintendo will be releasing multiple LucasArts favorites for\u00a0Virtual Console\u2122<\/a>, starting today with Super Star Wars\u00ae. In the coming weeks, both Super Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back\u00ae and Super Star Wars: Return of the Jedi\u00ae will be added to the Virtual Console lineup. All three Super Star Wars games were originally released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System\u2122 and will be available at 800 Wii Points\u2122 each.<\/p>\n

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K & C Collectibles: New Clone Wars and Deluxe Action Figures with Vehicle<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 9, 2009 | 5:03 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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New – Wal-Mart Build a Droid Action Figures:<\/b>
\n#1 of 5 General Grievous and CB-3D
\n#2 of 5 Anakin Skywalker and Cortosis Battle Droid
\n#3 of 5 Boba Fett and BL-17
\n#4 of 5 Darth Maul and I-5YQ
\n#5 of 5 Corran Horn and R2 Whistler<\/p>\n

New \u2013 Clone Wars Action Figures:<\/b>
\nCommander Ponds
\nObi-Wan Kenobi – CW19
\nAnakin Skywalker – CW18
\nHeavy Assault Super Battle Droid – CW11
\nARF Trooper – CW10
\nJawa – CW08
\nMace Windu – CW06
\nKit Fisto – CW05
\nRocket Battle Droid – CW03
\nClone Trooper with Space Gear – CW02
\nGeneral Grievous – CW01
\nCommemorative Tin Collection – Clone Wars<\/p>\n

New \u2013Clone Wars Deluxe Action Figure with Vehicle:<\/b>
\nClone Trooper and BARC Speeder Bike
\nAnakin Skywalker and Can-Cell
\n212th Battalion Clone Trooper and Jet backbacks
\nTurbo Tank Support Squad
\nCrab Droid – NEW
\nBattle Droid and Armored Scout Tank – NEW<\/p>\n

New \u2013 Legacy Collection:\u00a0<\/b>
\nLuke Skywalker – Comic Con 2009 – New
\nObi-Wan Kenobi – #44
\nBeru Whitesun – # 45
\nOwen Lars – # 46
\nCaptain Typho – #47
\nAnakin Skywalker – Episode III Concept Art – # 48
\nTarados Gon – #49
\nClone Pilot – # 52<\/p>\n

Pre-Order \u2013 August 25th, 2009:<\/b>
\nPrincess Leia Mynock Hunt – Exclusive
\nClone Wars Widevision Trading Card Box
\nBattle Droid Mini Bust – SAVE $10
\nCommander Gree Maquette – SAVE $10.00
\nRalph McQuarrie Concept Action Figures Sets – SAVE $15.00
\nGalaxy at War – Booster Packs
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Big Bad Toy Store Newsfeed<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 8, 2009 | 8:53 PM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nSTAR WARS PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE – MYNOCK HUNT LEIA<\/p>\n

STAR WARS KUBRICKS – R2-D2 & C-3P0 TWO-PACK
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Yak Tube – Darth Vader Cell Phone Ad<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 8, 2009 | 2:01 AM EST |\u00a0Niktom<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Thumbs up, thumbs down? Talk about it in the\u00a0forums<\/a>…. but please be sure to silence your cell phone first.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Toyguide Update: CW06 Mace Windu<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 7, 2009 | 3:16 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of\u00a0Mace Windu<\/a>, the next addition to the rapidly expanding\u00a0Clone Wars section<\/a>.<\/p>\n

In the Clone Wars series story arc “The Ryloth Trilogy”, Mace Windu and the ARF Troopers of Lightning Squadron, led a force to liberate the Twi’lek homeworld of Ryloth from Wat Tambor’s and the CIS forces.<\/p>\n

Master Windu is the latest Jedi to be released in the popular Clone Wars line, and like others in this style, he’s a fairly good figure but sadly lacks the necessary articulation to be truly great as he too is devoid of knee and ankles joints. Also, Mace has another strike against him in some respect as he is designed with a “Swinging Lightsaber Action”. A feature that, for me, is ultimately unnecessary and I’d rather have seen those tooling dollars devoted to a couple of knee joints. As for accessories, he includes his signature purple-bladed lightsaber, 3 pieces of snap-on armor and a helmet all of which are oddly cast in a light gray\/off-white plastic that clashes with the bright white armor on his forearms.<\/p>\n

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Rykrof Enloe Series Continues<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 6, 2009 | 9:39 PM EST |\u00a0Justin2<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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We’ll have some Yakface exclusive previews for the next installment in the coming days, but until then you can still catch up on Chapter 29:\u00a0THE FALLEN ONES<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n

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StarWarsShop.com New Legacy and Clone Wars Figure Preorders<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 6, 2009 | 3:01 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

StarWarsShop.com<\/a>\u00a0has updated with the addition of several new Legacy and Clone Wars figures to their\u00a0New Arrivals<\/a>\u00a0section. Head over to pre-order the following:<\/p>\n

The Clone Wars Collection:<\/b>
\nIG-86 (Ziro’s Assassin Droid)<\/a>
\nClone Tank Gunner<\/a>
\nPadm\u00e9 Amidala in Adventure Gear<\/a>
\nClone Pilot “Matchstick”<\/a>
\nBattle Droid AAT Driver<\/a>
\nCommander Thire<\/a>
\nCaptain Argyus<\/a>
\nLuminara Unduli<\/a><\/p>\n

Legacy Collection (Return of the Jedi Wave):<\/b>
\nNikto Skiff Guard<\/a>
\nMalakili<\/a>
\nGiran<\/a>
\nMajor Panno<\/a>
\nEwoks 2-Pack<\/a>
\nPrincess Leia (Jabba’s Prisoner)<\/a>
\nLuke Skywalker (Death Star II Duel)<\/a>
\nNien Nunb (B-Wing Pilot)<\/a><\/p>\n

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Toyguide Update: 212th Battalion Clone Troopers and Backpacks<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 6, 2009 | 10:31 AM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe Yakface Toyguide updates resume today featuring the first addition in the new Figure & Vehicle Assortment with the\u00a0212th Battalion Clone Troopers and Backpacks<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Led, by Clone Commander Cody, these clone troopers of the 212th Attack Battalion are specially equipped with a pair of missile firing, jet-propelled backpacks which are used for aerial assaults or to circumvent difficult terrain.<\/p>\n

The clone figures included in this set may appear the same as previous\u00a0212th Battalion clones<\/a>\u00a0as they share the same armor deco and articulation, but there are a few key differences. Their armor has been modified to receive the post from the removable jetpack and most noticeable change though is that both of these clones have been molded in a light gray plastic. It is quite possible that this was done to further designate these clones as their own unit or it was done in lieu of adding a secondary weathering\/battle damage paint operation. Whatever the reasoning, these figure do stand apart from the\u00a0basic figure release<\/a>. In terms of accessories, this set includes: 2 missile firing jet\/backpacks with deployable wings (repurposed from the ROTS line<\/a>), 2 standard issue clone blasters, a blaster rifle and a battle droid blaster. The weapons from this set are molded in a silvery blue plastic that further enhances this sets uniqueness.<\/p>\n

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The Circle Is Now Complete<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 6, 2009 | 8:50 AM EST |\u00a0Mark<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Toyguide Update: 2009 Wal-Mart Droid Factory Two-Pack 5 of 5<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 5, 2009 | 5:10 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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This set is based on the novel\u00a0I, Jedi<\/i>\u00a0where Corran Horn, a force-sensitive X-wing pilot from Rogue Squadron, who attempts to find his missing wife who disappeared while tracking down pirates. He turns to Luke Skywalker in hopes to be trained in the ways of the Force.<\/p>\n

Corran Horn is a kitbash creation based off the ever popular VOTC\/VTSC\u00a0Luke Skywalker X Wing Pilot<\/a>\u00a0figure and he includes an\u00a0AOTC<\/b>\u00a0Anakin Skywalker-style lightsaber and hilt (with the addition of the black paint on the activation band and emitter shroud) and a unique deco X-Wing Pilot Helmet. The R2-unit “Whistler”, like CB-3D from the set #1, is a repaint\/kitbash of the VOTC R2-D2 mold and again the utility arm panel is glued down. This set also includes the torso\/body for thePhase III Dark Trooper<\/a>\u00a0Build-A-Droid.<\/p>\n

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Toyguide Update: 2009 Wal-Mart Droid Factory Two-Pack 4 of 5<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 5, 2009 | 3:56 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe Yakface Toyguide updates continue with the addition of the Wal-mart Exclusive Droid Factory Set #4 featuring\u00a0Darth Maul & I-5YQ<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This set is based on\u00a0Darth Maul: Shadow Hunter<\/i>, a novel that takes place shortly before Episode I: The Phantom Menace.<\/p>\n

Darth Maul is a repack of the figure from the TAC and TLC\u00a0The Sith Legacy Evolution Set<\/a>\u00a0but he is further accessorized here with a soft goods Sith robe. I-5YQ is a partial kitbash construct, using repainted TAC\u00a04-LOM<\/a>\u00a0arms and legs and features new sculpts for the head and torso\/hip section. I-5YQ features a “hidden” compartment in his chest that opens to reveal a removable holocron. This set also includes the left and right legs for the\u00a0Phase III Dark Trooper<\/a>\u00a0Build-A-Droid.<\/p>\n

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Toyguide Update: 2009 Wal-Mart Droid Factory Two-Pack 3 of 5<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 5, 2009 | 2:41 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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This set is based on an episode of\u00a0Star Wars: Droids – The Adventures of R2-D2 and C-3PO<\/i>\u00a0animated series entitled “A Race to the Finish”, where Boba Fett utilized the Battle Legionnaire droid BL-17 to infiltrate a group of speeder racers that were responsible for the destruction of the gangster Sise Fromm’s weapons satellite.<\/p>\n

Boba Fett is virtually a repack of the TAC\u00a0Animated Debut Boba Fett<\/a>, with some slight differences in deco most notably on the helmet. Fett’s weapons in this set are also different from the TAC figure as it includes both the rifle and blaster pistol from the Fett Evoution Set. Since the pistol is of a different design, it doesn’t fit nearly as well in the included holster. BL-17 is a partial kitbash construct, using repainted TAC\u00a04-LOM<\/a>\u00a0arms and legs and features new sculpts for the head and single piece torso\/hip section. This set also includes the rocket pack for the\u00a0Phase III Dark Trooper<\/a>Build-A-Droid.<\/p>\n

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Toyguide Update: 2009 Wal-Mart Droid Factory Two-Pack 2 of 5<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 5, 2009 | 12:21 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe Yakface Toyguide updates continue with the addition of the Wal-mart Exclusive Droid Factory Set #2 featuring\u00a0Anakin Skywalker and Cortosis Battle Droid<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This set is based on\u00a0The New Droid Army<\/i>\u00a0video game where Anakin is tasked with stopping the creation of a new battle droid army following the Battle of Geonosis. These new battle droids are constructed using cortosis, a material capable of blocking lightsaber attacks, adding to their effectiveness.<\/p>\n

Anakin is virtually the same figure that is included in the TAC\u00a0Republic #57 Comic Pack<\/a>, the difference being there is no “battle damage” painted on his face. The C-B3 Cortosis Battle Droid is a kitbash\/repaint of the TAC Super Battle Droid and features a new head\/torso and both forearms\/grasping hands have been replaced with double-barreled laser cannons. This set also includes the left and right arms for the\u00a0Phase III Dark Trooper<\/a>\u00a0Build-A-Droid.<\/p>\n

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Toyguide Update: 2009 Wal-Mart Droid Factory Two-Pack 1 of 5<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 5, 2009 | 10:43 AM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe Yakface Toyguide updates resume with the addition of the Wal-mart Exclusive Droid Factory Set #1 featuring\u00a0General Grievous and CB-3D<\/a>.<\/p>\n

This set is based on the four-part comic series\u00a0General Grievous<\/i>, in which a group of Jedi attempt to assassinate the droid general before his diabolical plans can be carried out.<\/p>\n

General Grievous is a repack of the\u00a0ROTS #09<\/a>\u00a0figure and includes a new removable cloth cape (which works fairly well in this application) and the astromech, CB-3D, is a repaint\/kitbash of the VOTC R2-D2 mold featuring the glued down utility arm panel. This set also includes the head and blaster rifle for the\u00a0Phase III Dark Trooper<\/a>\u00a0Build-A-Droid.<\/p>\n

Head to the toyguide<\/a>\u00a0to see if this set is worth adding to your collection.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Sponsor Alert: Entertainment Earth Summer Blowout Sale<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 4, 2009 | 8:25 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

Entertainment Earth<\/a>\u00a0is having their annual Summer Blowout Sale! To show their appreciation, they’ve been marking down items up to 80% off! Buy action figures, games, and collectible statues and busts at the lowest prices ever! Star Wars, Star Trek, Spider-Man, and more are on sale. But hurry… their limited stock won’t last long at these prices!<\/span><\/p>\n

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Episode 206: SDCC 09 Reveals<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 3, 2009 | 2:02 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\n2009’s San Diego Comic Con is behind us but with so much product revealed from Museum Replicas, eFX, Sideshow, Hasbro, Gentle giant, Diamond, and others, it sometimes takes a while for it all to sink in.<\/p>\n

On this week’s Star Wars Action News, we take your voicemails to talk about what YOU thought of all the new Star Wars items coming down the pike, including Sideshow 1\/2 scale busts (with the missing half being a shoulder?), Gentle Giant’s Force Unleasehed mini-busts, and Hasbro’s new Wal Mart Exclusive Droid Factory figures ($17 a pair? Ouch!)<\/p>\n

Also on this week’s show, we talk about the new Hasbro Fan’s Choice figure vote, where you can help determine a new Star Wars figure to be made by Hasbro. Star Wars Action News is one of the contributing sites, so listen to the show, then come to our forums at\u00a0http:\/\/www.swactionnews.com<\/a>and tell us which figures you think should be made.<\/p>\n

It’s all this and more on this week’s episode of Star Wars Action News!<\/p>\n

You can download part one of week’s show\u00a0here<\/a>\u00a0or use the direct link:\u00a0Audio<\/a>\u00a0or\u00a0Enhanced<\/a>\u00a0Versions.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Toyguide Update: CW16 Commando Droid<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 3, 2009 | 12:36 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe Yakface Toyguide updates continue with the addition of the\u00a0Commando Droid<\/a>, the next addition to the exploding\u00a0Clone Wars section<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Making their debut in the popular Clone Wars episode “Rookies”, the Commando Droids proved that they were far more advanced in both combat and intelligence than their inferior Battle Droid counterparts.<\/p>\n

The “Rookies” episode all but guaranteed that this figure was going to make it into our collections and Hasbro did a fine job in granting our wishes. The Commando Droid features a ton of articulation with ball jointed shoulders, elbows, knees, ankles, plus ball socket hips and head and a swivel torso. This range joints allow for some pretty dynamic posing possibilities, far more than most of the Jedi characters have been graced with – which is sad frankly. We not given much in the was of accessories but we do get a unique battle droid blaster that is capable of being attached via a post to the Commando Droid’s back. Sadly, the vibroblade that some of these droids wielded in the episode isn’t included but look for it to be packed in an upcoming battle pack later this year featuring a Clone Trooper, 2 Commando Droids and unique deco Commando Droid Unit Leader.<\/p>\n

Head to the toyguide<\/a>\u00a0to see if this figure is worth adding to your collection.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Toyguide Update: CW15 Whorm Loathsom<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 3, 2009 | 12:12 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe Yakface Toyguide updates resume with the addition of\u00a0Whorm Loathsom<\/a>, the next addition to the exploding\u00a0Clone Wars section<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Making his debut in The Clone Wars movie, Whorm Loathsom served as a general of the CIS forces responsible for the invasion and capture of the planet Christophsis. He was ultimately defeated by Obi-Wan Kenobi and the Army of the Republic.<\/p>\n

This figure is a faithful attempt in recreating General Loathsom’s appearance in the film, complete with exaggerated proportions and several underbite. Interestingly, this character’s design is based off an unused concept created by Doug Chaing for the Neimoidians in Episode I. It features moderate articulation with ball-joint shoulders and elbows, a ball socket head and swivel hip, waist and wrist joints. For accessories, Whorm includes removeable “shoulder pads”, small blaster pistol and a firing missile launcher designed similarly to a standard battle droid blaster rifle.<\/p>\n

Head to the toyguide<\/a>\u00a0to see if this figure is worth adding to your collection.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Group Project – The Cauldron<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 3, 2009 | 12:10 PM EST |\u00a0Justin2<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nThe Cauldron<\/b>\u00a0was a large gladiatorial arena on the planet Rattatak and is where Asajj Ventress first impressed Count Dooku by easily slaughtering the contestants. She faced various creatures from throughout the galaxy, from Gamorreans to giant Wampa ice creatures.<\/p>\n

Hasbro has largely neglected this scene from the Clone Wars, but customizers are rolling up their sleeves and are creating their own versions of the gladiators seen in The Cauldron in the currentGroup Project<\/b>. Head on over to the forums and join in the fun, or just check out the entries so far after\u00a0the jump!<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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Andrew’s Toyz Update<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 3, 2009 | 8:23 AM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nAndrew’s Toyz has lots of new pre-orders for the great stuff shown at Comic Con!<\/p>\n

New Pre-Orders
\n– Exclusive McQuarrie Concept Art Set of 13 Action Figures
\n– Princess Leia Hoth Mynock Hunt Exclusive Mini Bust<\/p>\n

Clone Wars Wave 9
\n– #030 Luminara Unduli
\n– #031 Captain Argus Senate Guard Commando
\n– #032 Clone Commander Thire
\n– #033 Battle Droid AAT Driver
\n– Set of 4 New Figures
\n– Case of 12 Figures<\/p>\n

Clone Wars Wave 10
\n– #034 Matchstick (Clone Trooper Y-Wing Pilot)
\n– #035 Padme Amidala
\n– #036 Clone Tank Gunner
\n– #037 IG-86 (Ziro’s Assassin Droid)
\n– Set of 4 New Figures
\n– Case of 12 Figures<\/p>\n

Legacy Build-A-Droid Wave 9
\n– #016 Luke Skywalker (Jedi Knight)
\n– #017 Princess Leia (Jabba’s Prisoner)
\n– #018 Ewoks 2-Pack Paploo and NoAhpakk
\n– #019 Nien Nunb (B-Wing Pilot)
\n– #020 Major Panno (Prune Face)
\n– #021 Giran (Rancor Keeper)
\n– #022 Malakili (Rancor Keeper)
\n– #023 Nikto Skiff Guard Gunner (with Sail Barge Cannon)
\n– Set of 9 New Figures
\n– Case of 12 Figures<\/p>\n

Clone Wars Figure Vehicle Packs
\n– Count Dooku with Speeder Bike
\n– Obi-Wan Kenobi with Freeco Speeder
\n<\/a>Check it all out at Andrews Toyz here.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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K & C Collectibles: New Clone Wars and Deluxe Action Figures with Vehicle<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 2, 2009 | 8:33 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nK & C Collectibles<\/a>\u00a0has received the latest Clone Wars Action Figures, Deluxe (Action Figure with Vehicle) and new Pre-Order for August. Did you miss out on the Ralph McQuarrie signature series of action figures during the 30th Anniversary collection release? Here is your chance to get the entire collection. See our Pre-Order section of our web site for more detail.<\/p>\n

New \u2013 Clone Wars Action Figures:<\/b>
\nCommander Pond
\nObi-Wan Kenobi – CW19
\nAnakin Skywalker – CW18
\nHeavy Assault Super Battle Droid – CW11
\nARF Trooper – CW10
\nCommander Gree – CW09
\nJawa – CW08
\nAdmiral Yularen – CW07
\nMace Windu – CW06
\nKit Fisto – CW05
\nClone Trooper 41st Elite Corps – CW04
\nRocket Battle Droid – CW03
\nClone Trooper with Space Gear – CW02
\nGeneral Grievous – CW01
\nCommemorative Tin Collection – Clone Wars<\/p>\n

New \u2013Clone Wars Deluxe Action Figure with Vehicle:<\/b>
\nClone Trooper and BARC Speeder Bike
\nAnakin Skywalker and Can-Cell
\n212th Battalion Clone Trooper and Jet backbacks
\nTurbo Tank Support Squad<\/p>\n

New \u2013 Legacy Collection:\u00a0<\/b>
\nStormtrooper Commander – Comic Con 2009 – New
\nObi-Wan Kenobi – #44
\nBeru Whitesun – # 45
\nOwen Lars – # 46
\nCaptain Typho – #47
\nAnakin Skywalker – Episode III Concept Art – # 48
\nTarados Gon – #49
\nClone Pilot – # 52<\/p>\n

Pre-Order \u2013 August 25th, 2009:<\/b>
\nPrincess Leia Mynock Hunt – Exclusive
\nClone Wars Widevision Trading Card Box
\nBattle Droid Mini Bust – SAVE $10
\nCommander Gree Maquette – SAVE $10.00
\nRalph McQuarrie Concept Action Figures Sets – SAVE $15.00
\nGalaxy at War – Booster Packs
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Yakface\/Hasbro Top 30 Fans’ Choice Poll<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 1, 2009 | 12:46 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nDuring SDCC, Hasbro announced the return of the Fan’s Choice poll giving you, the collector, a chance to once again voice your opinion on what you’d like to see next in the action figure aisle! Head into\u00a0the forum<\/a>\u00a0for full details on our poll and submit your list today.<\/span><\/p>\n

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Big Bad Toy Store Newsfeed<\/b><\/span>
\nAugust 1, 2009 | 10:36 AM EST |\u00a0Bill<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n

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\nHere is another quick update from\u00a0http:\/\/www.bigbadtoystore.com<\/a>
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\nBBTS SUMMER SALE:
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\nOver 2500 items are currently on sale at BBTS at 20% to 90% off! We’ve cut prices on tons of items – many of them to our lowest prices ever. Its time to clear out some older inventory to make way for all the
\nexciting new items arriving this fall. Take a spin through the sales menus, there is a huge selection of items from all our main lines as well as many more obscure lines
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\nSTAR WARS FALL OFFERINGS
\nHasbro released info on a ton of new Star Wars items yesterday, take a
\nlook through this list:
\n–BUILD-A-DROID WAVE 9 – parts to build two more droids
\n–CLONE WARS ANIMATED WAVE 9 – case is $99.99, set of 4 new also available
\n–CLONE WARS ANIMATED WAVE 10 – new packaging style on all figures
\n–NEW VEHICLE WAVE – 2009 WAVE 4 – includes the cool Snail Tank
\n–FIGURE & VEHICLE WAVE 4 – Dooku, Obi-Wan, droids & their rides
\n–BATTLE PACKS WAVE 4 – New Lava Duel & Camino Conflict<\/p>\n

SAN DIEGO COMIC-CON EXCLUSIVE PREORDERS
\nWe have over 30 different SDCC 2009 figures in stock and up for preorder with more on the way soon. Check out the list below for great items from Toynami, Hasbro, NECA, Underground Toys, Diamond and more.<\/p>\n

STAR WARS – MCQUARRIE CONCEPT SET
\nHasbro is bringing back 13 of the most popular McQuarrie concept figures in two exclusive boxed sets. We’ve just listed this cool set at $20 under MSRP at $84.99<\/p>\n

SIDESHOW TOYS COMIC-CON LINEUP
\nSideshow has released info on what is truly an impressive amount of new product for 2009 and into 2010. They continue to do a masterful job with the sculpts and licensing – here are the highlights – I apologize for the long list, but its worth reading through:
\n–PREMIUM FORMAT YODA & CLONETROOPER – Yoda runs him through
\n–CIRCLE IS NOW COMPLETE VADER VS KENOBI – the classic confrontation
\n–12″ STAR WARS GRAND ADMIRAL THRAWN – looking good in blue
\n–COMMANDER CODY – LEGENDARY SCALE BUST – with holograph in palm
\n–INDIANA JONES – FERTILITY IDOL – full sized & high end – very nice
\ncheck it all out here.<\/a><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

StarWarsShop: 3-Day Video Game Blowout Sale August 26, 2009 | 2:02 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson From now until Friday Aug. 28th,\u00a0StarWarsShop\u00a0is holding a Video Game Blowout! Head over a pick up a few titles for as low as $14.99 each!     Toys”R”Us Clone Wars Marketing Reset August 26, 2009 | 1:36 PM EST |\u00a0Jayson   … Continue reading August 2009 Archive<\/span> →<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[9],"tags":[878],"class_list":["post-13773","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-collecting","tag-archive"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/yakfaceforums.com\/main\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13773","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/yakfaceforums.com\/main\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/yakfaceforums.com\/main\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yakfaceforums.com\/main\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/2"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yakfaceforums.com\/main\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=13773"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/yakfaceforums.com\/main\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13773\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":13774,"href":"https:\/\/yakfaceforums.com\/main\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/13773\/revisions\/13774"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/yakfaceforums.com\/main\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=13773"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yakfaceforums.com\/main\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=13773"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/yakfaceforums.com\/main\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=13773"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}