Sponsor News: Brian's Toys - Save $15 on Orders Over $75
September 2, 2010 | 9:07 PM CST | Jayson
Brian's Toys is offering a $15 coupon good for orders over $75 or more! Go to brianstoys.com to take advantage of this offer. Add $75 worth of in-stock merchandise and apply the promotional coupon SAVE15 at check out, and your order subtotal will see a $15 discount. Coupon expires October 1st, 2010.
Sponsor News: Past Generation Toys
September 2, 2010 | 8:23 PM CST | Jayson
Baltimore Comic Con was lots of fun and it was great to meet those of you had the opportunity to stop by and say hello! There is a small chance we will be at the New York Comic Con in October. Stay Tuned for that! Below is what’s new for this week.
Star Wars Clone Wars Wave 4 and Wave 5 are available for PreOrder! We have Boba Fett, Clone Trooper Draa, Embo, Mandalorian Warrior, Quinlan Vos, R2-D2, R4-P17, Shaak-Ti and Undead-Geonosian. You can also see them all by clicking
2010 Star Wars Clone Wars category .
If you have not picked up any of the new GI Joe: Rise of Cobra figures you are missing out! Hasbro has done a great job with these and we have
Waves 1 and 2 in stock!The
2010 Transformers are rolling in. Keep an eye on this category as we are updating the new action figures received this week!
For you superhero fans we have over 50 of the Hasbro
Marvel Universe figures in-stock! Plus the newest wave with Ghost Rider, Mystic, Multiple-Man, Team X Wolverine and few others will be in-stock within the next few days!
And as always, check out the
Past Generation Toys Blog ,
PGT on Facebook , and
PGT on Twitter for updates on the world of toys and collectibles!
Clone Wars Happy Meals Return Next Week
September 2, 2010 | 8:36 AM CST | Jayson
In preparation for the return of the Clone Wars on September 17, McDonald's will be offering a series of 9 Clone Wars themed Finger Skateboards. Each board will include a temporary tattoo and a code to unlock a virtual lightsaber or starfighter on the McWorld/HappyMeal.com website. Collect all 9: Anakin, Obi-Wan, Yoda, Captain Rex, Cad bane, Commander Cody, Asajj Ventress, General Grievous and Mace Windu.
You can see a preview on our facebook page.
Toyguide Update: CW09 Mandalorian Police Officer
September 1, 2010 | 9:58 PM CST | Jayson
The
Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of the
Mandalorian Police Officer from the
Clone Wars Collection.
PROS: A nice looking figure for the most part, a little "TRON"-like, but cool. Well armed in the accessory department and the flip-up face shield is nice touch as well.
CONS: Lacks knee and ankle articulation.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
Toyguide Update: VC07 Dack Ralter
August 31, 2010 | 10:38 PM CST | Jayson
The
Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of
Dack Ralter from the
Vintage Collection.
PROS: Rogue leader's gunner gets a nice upgrade from the 2002 version and a must have for Luke's new snowspeeder. Pack-in rifle is a nice extra as well.
CONS: Nothing really new here, being a TLC repaint and all. A basic (non-exclusive) carded version of Dack before Wedge? Blasphemy!
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
K & C Collectibles: New Vintage Collection and Clone Wars Deluxe Vehicles
August 31, 2010 | 8:27 PM CST | Jayson
K & C Collectibles has received the received new Hasbro Star Wars merchandise this week. New Vintage Collection and Clone Wars Deluxe Vehicles. Special offer on 2 Clone Wars figures (Pre Vizsla and Mandalorian Police Officer).
New: Vintage Collection:4-LOM and Zuckuss - Celebration V exclusive
Rocket Firing Boba Fett
Silver Foil - Set of 4
Clone Commander Cody - VC19 - regular and Foil Version
Magna Guard - VC18 - regular and Foil Version
General Grievous - VC17 - regular and Foil Version
Obi-Wan Kenobi - VC16 - regular and Foil Version
Clone Trooper - VC15 - regular and Foil Version
Sandtrooper - VC14 - regular and Foil Version
Anakin Skywalker - VC13 - regular and Foil Version
Darth Sidious - VC12 - regular and Foil Version
Han Solo (Echo Base outfit) - VC03 - Foil Version
Luke Skywalker (Bespin Fatges) - VT04 - Foil Version
Darth Vader - VC08 - Foil Version
Boba Fett - VC09 - Foil Version
New: Clone Wars Deluxe Vehicles:Mandalorian Speeder with with Mandalorian Warrior
BARC Speeder Bike with Obi-Wan Kenobi
Back In Stock: 2-Pack Collection:Anakin Skywalker to Darth Vader
Boba Fett - orphan to Bounty Hunter
Pre-Cyborg Grievous to General Grievous
New: Collectibles:Jumbo Vintage Boba Fett (Celebration V)
New: Comic Packs (Celebration V and Comic-Con 2010 Exclusive):Darth Maul and Owne Lars - Special package
Camie Marstrap and Laze 'Fixer' Loneozner - Special package
New: Clone Wars Action Figures:Jodo Kast
Jungle Camo ARF Trooper - CW24
Kit Fisto - CW23
Battle Droid Commander - CW22
Commander Gree - CW21
Mace Windu - CW20
Pre-Order – by September 25th, 2010Yoda 12inch LED Lightsaber Tree Topper
Star Wars - Headphones (Fold-Up)
Damn Right - I shot First T-Shirt
Pink Darth Vader Helmet
Super Shogun Stormtrooper
Empire Boba Fett T-Shirt
Star Wars Disturb me T-Shirt
Star Destroyer Executor - #60
Imperial Landing Craft - #59
Star Wars Insider Souvenir Special
Become a fan of K & C Collectibles on
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Episode 260: Thank You For 5 Great Years
August 30, 2010 | 2:45 PM CST | Jayson
Marjorie and Arnie are back home from their summer sci-fi convention tour, and back in the studio bringing you another new Star Wars Action News podcast! They look back one last time at Star Wars Celebration 5 in Orlando, including which exclusives can already be found discounted, and which now cost more. Then they recount their shopping escapades at Chicago Comic-Con, including a glut of Kotobukiya statues and a Jar Jar that’s almost five foot tall!
Then they are joined by Steve, the Gingerprince, back home in the UK and letting international listeners know what is new on sheles, and where some not-so-exclusive figures can be found.
And after the store reports and the online news, Marjorie and Arnie look back on five years of podcasting, thanking some of the many, many people who have contributed to the show over the years.
All this and more on this week's live episode of Star Wars Action News!
You can download this week's show
here or use the direct links:
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Rise of Boba Fett Ultmate Battle Pack Feature at JTA
August 30, 2010 | 6:25 AM CST | Jayson
Looking for the full skinny on the new Rise of Boba Fett Ultmate Battle Pack? Our friends at
JediTempleArchives have posted a great breakdown of this set along with a fabulous gallery of images.
Check it out.
Yakfinities #36 - Deadline Approaching
August 27, 2010 | 11:01 PM CST | Justin2
The latest Customizing Challenge is about to wrap up! The doors on this Yakfinities with close at 11:59 PM CST on Tuesday, August 31.
This one of a kind Customizing Challenge gives you the opportunity to pay tribute to your fellow customizers by creating a custom of any character that has appeared in a photonovel shown in the forums. Three random winners will be selected and will receive two new figures each courtesy of Yakface.com.
So be sure to get those last minute entries in by entering them
here.
Toyguide Update: VC06 See-Threepio (C-3PO)
August 27, 2010 | 8:54 PM CST | Jayson
The
Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of
See-Threepio (C-3PO) from the
Vintage Collection PROS: A far cooler figure once removed from the card. Loaded with sculpted details that are hidden under the removable coverings. Even the removable parts have intricacies on their reverse side. A far better interpretation than the
2004 VOTC figure. CONS: Seems a little underscaled. The carded presentation neglects to showcase that he has the removable panel feature. Lack of the metalized finish hurts the overall look slightly.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
Exclusive CV Artwork Now Available at StarWarsShop
August 27, 2010 | 6:09 PM CST | Jayson
StarWarsShop.com has updated today adding several Celebration V exclusive prints to their artwork section. Check out all the great pieces and prices!
Toyguide Update: VC04 Luke Skywalker (Bespin Fatigues)
August 26, 2010 | 10:21 PM CST | Jayson
The
Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of
Luke Skywalker (Bespin Fatigues) from the
Vintage Collection PROS: Despite having received a new, super-articulated
Bespin Luke a couple years ago, Hasbro managed to fine a way to make it obsolete. This is by far
the best interpretation of this figure to date. The deco, likeness, sculpt and articulation are in a word
perfect. This figure should easily serve as a base for a future "Dagobah Training" version with a simple torso and arm upgrade.
CONS: A minor quibble - the hole that received the post on the lightsaber hilt is a tad too small and brittle as after a few repeated interactions with the hilt, the tiny loop split. : (
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
Kubrick DX Series 2 Chases Revealed
August 26, 2010 | 9:03 PM CST | Jayson
After months of speculation,
Instinctoy has revealed the 2 chase figures for the soon-to-be-released Kubrick DX Series 2: The AT-ST Driver and Hoth Rebel Trooper! DX Series 2 is themed around the Battle of Hoth and consists of a Snowtrooper Commander, Chewbacca (Mechanic), Han Solo in Hoth Gear (Blue Coat), Luke Skywalker in Hoth Gear, Princess Leia in Hoth Gear and R-3PO. Collect all 6 figures and you'll have all the parts to build a Kubrick-scaled AT-ST. Click the images above for a closer look.
Sponsor Update - Big Bad Toy Store
August 26, 2010 | 6:26 PM CST | Bill
Here is another quick update from
big badtoystore.com25% OFF GRAPHIC NOVELS
We have thousands of various graphic novels in stock and we've just cut pricing by 25% on all of them except 'new' and 'preorder' - take a look through the following menu for the full selection:
CLEARANCE SALE CONTINUES
We've just refreshed the sale menus and removed any sold-out items, over 600 items have already sold out during this sale - take a look at the remaining 3600 items here and save 20% to 80% or more:
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NEW ARRIVALS
------------STAR WARS 2010 GALACTIC HEROES SERIES 02 - CASE, SINGLES
The new shipment also included the latest wave of Galactic Heroes figures. This new assortment includes packs like Count Dookua & Commando Droid and Mandalorian Warrior and Pre Vizsla, along with returning favorites like Cad Bane & Aurra Sing and Anakin Skywalker & Ahsoka. We have the case of 12 two-packs listed at $84.99, with singles ranging from $3.59 to $11.99 each.
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NEW PREORDERS
-------------ATTAKUS HAN SOLO STATUE
This 13.7" tall statue of Han Solo is being reissued, and we've got pre-orders available. He is posed ready to fire his blaster, and we have this piece priced at $399.99, saving you $47 off the MSRP.
Check it all out all the latest here.
Vintage Wave 2 Found at Retail
August 26, 2010 | 1:03 PM CST | Justin2
The second wave of the new vintage line has
shown up at Toys"R"us.
This wave consists of several repacks as we all know, but the new figures in this wave are fantastic. Head on over to the
forums to discuss.
Toyguide Update: VC03 Han Solo (Echo Base Outfit)
August 25, 2010 | 8:37 AM CST | Jayson
The
Yakface Toyguide updates resume today with the addition of
Han Solo (Echo Base Outfit) from the
Vintage Collection PROS: This is the first time we've received this particular treatment of the Han in Hoth Gear. A great attention to detail has been given to the parka in particular (although it hangs a tad long) and the contrasting color inner "liner" is a nice touch as well. Facial sculpt is a great likeness to Mr. Ford. The welding tools are nice extras for working on the fastest hunk of junk in the galaxy.
CONS: The kitbash body used here is still very gangly and the leg articulation tends to go all "ostrichy" in when in comes to the knee joints. Holster is a kind of sloppily attached esthetically. The hair-do seems a bit "off" at some angles.
Head to the toyguide for the full image gallery and to judge for yourself whether this figure is worth adding to your collection.
Thanks to Hasbro and the team at HunterPR for providing us with this product.
High-Res Clone Wars Wave 5 (Carded & Loose Images)
August 25, 2010 | 1:07 AM CST | Jayson
We update today with a detailed look at the carded and loose figures from upcoming Clone Wars wave 5 consisting of Cato Parasitti, Clone Trooper Draa, Undead Geonosian and a recap of Quinlan Vos that we posted Monday. Click the images above for a closer look.
High-Res Clone Wars Wave 4 (Carded & Loose Images)
August 25, 2010 | 12:37 AM CST | Jayson
We update tonight with a detailed look at the carded and loose figures from upcoming Clone Wars wave 4 consisting of Embo, Boba Fett, Mandalorian Warrior, R4-P17 and Shaak Ti. Click the images above for a closer look.
Episode 259: Live from Chicago Comic-Con
August 24, 2010 | 11:54 PM CST | Jayson
With the end of Celebration 5, official con season starts to come to a close, but Marjorie and Arnie at Star Wars Action News have one more major con event--Chicago Comic-Con (aka Wizard World Chicago). Coming to you live from the Sandtroopers.com booth on the convention floor, Arnie and Marjorie are joined by several Star Wars guests, including Ashley Eckstein and Dan Madsen of Her Universe and Boba Fett himself, Daniel Logan! Eckstein discusses the success of the Her Universe line, including one of the most sought after Celebration 5 exclusives. Madsen discusses how he became part of Her Universe as well as his thoughts on his legacy as the creator of the first Star Wars Celebration and the death of the Star Wars Fan Club. And Daniel Logan talks about the latest boba Fett toys and his current role on the Clone Wars Cartoon Series.
Then Owen and Luke Cheddar are live to discuss why their daddy should open his toys, and Marjorie, Arnie, and Chris Spice of Sandtroopers.com give you a rundown of the latest store finds, online news reports, and what's hot on the convention floor.
All this and more on this week's live episode of Star Wars Action News!
You can download this week's show
here or use the direct links:
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High-Res ROTJ Wave (Loose Images)
August 24, 2010 | 11:51 PM CST | Jayson
We update tonight with a detailed look at the loose figures from upcoming Return of the Jedi wave consisting of Admiral Ackbar, R2-D2 (Jabba's Sail Barge), Rebel Commando, Gamorrean Guard, Luke Skywalker (Jedi Knight Outfit), Wicket, Wooof and Yoda. Click the images above for a closer look.
