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June 2007


Be@rbrick Ewok 5-Pack Update


At the 2007 Medicom Toy Exhibition at Parco Museum last weekend, Medicom began taking pre-orders for the new Be@rbrick Ewok 5-Pack. While they won't be officially released until sometime in July, Medicom was kind enough to send along some nice new images of the five be@rs... er, Ewoks.

Saturday, June 30, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

JediDefender Give-Away - Jango Fett Mini-Bust


Just a reminder that JediDefender.com is giving you the chance to win the new Jango Fett Mini-Bust from Gentle Giant! Check out our new Give-Away page for all the details on how you can enter to win!

Saturday, June 30, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Star Wars Insider Online Supplement - Insider #93


Now available exclusively to Hyperspace members is the latest Star Wars Insider Online Supplement. This edition features Star Wars Insider #93, which shipped to Hyperspace Fan Club subscribers last April. Head on over to the Official Site to check it out!

Saturday, June 30, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Star Wars REUNION II Program Set


StarWars.com has updated with the program details for the Official French Fan Club's convention, Star Wars REUNION II! The show takes place this October in Paris, France and is sure to be chocked full of goodies for our friends in Europe.

Saturday, June 30, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Acme Slave Leia Key Coming to Sideshow


Sideshow Collectibles will be offering a very small quantity of the framed Princess Leia Character Key from Acme Archives! In-stock ordering will start sometime on July 5th. Stay tuned for more information as it becomes available!

Friday, June 29, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

New Sideshow QTVR Features Posted


Sideshow Collectibles has updated the product pages for the Premium Format Speeder Bike and Scout Trooper and the RAH Sandtrooper from Medicom Toy with new QTVR turnarounds. The QTVR features let you get up close and personal with these two popular Star Wars items so check them out today!

Friday, June 29, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

New "Ask Sideshow" Q&A Posted


Sideshow Collectibles has updated their Behind the Show blog with a new round of Ask Sideshow, which offers answers to questions submitted by Sideshow collectors. There are plenty of Star Wars related questions, so head on over for a few hints on things to come from Sideshow!

Friday, June 29, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

New Sideshow Second Chance Offers


A pair of Star Wars items from Sideshow Collectibles have been added to the Second Chance list thanks to credit card declines and last minute cancellations. Now is your chance to grab the 12" Plo Koon figure or the VCD Imperial Guard figure from Medicom Toy. Quantities are limited, so act fast!

Friday, June 29, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Star Wars: Inferno Update (Spoilers!)


StarWars.com has updated with the text that appears on the cover of the upcoming Star Wars: Inferno from Del Ray Books! The text was previously embargoed so as not to spoil the ending of the recently released Star Wars: Sacrifice. If you've finished reading Sacrifice, or if you don't care about being spoiled, then head on over to check out the text!

Thursday, June 28, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Arts Wars at Celebration Europe


Celebration Europe will showcase an exciting mix of underground art projects based on Star Wars as seen through the eyes of some of today's most vibrant artists. A series of three Arts Wars exhibits will be on display throughout the show. Head on over to the Official Site for all the details.

Thursday, June 28, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

New Review: Mace Windu


Reviews continue on with the 30th Anniversary Collection. This week I'm taking the closest of looks at the new Mace Windu figure we got in Wave 1. With a lackluster face sculpt, but superior articulation, how is it that Mace is getting slightly overlooked by many in 2007? Click the link or thumbnail to check out the full review and why you may not consider this the ultimate Mace.

When you're done reading, stop by the Toy Reviews section of our forums. Share your thoughts on this review or write-up your own!

Thursday, June 28, 2007 | Jesse McCracken

2007 Star Wars Weekends Update


The Official Site has updated with new pics from the fourth and final 2007 Star Wars Weekend event at Disney-MGM Studios. This past weekend featured two more celebrity guests, Anthony Daniels (C-3PO) and Warwick Davis (Wicket).

Wednesday, June 27, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Celebration Europe Collecting Panels Update


StarWars.com has posted an update on some of the Collector Panels you'll find at Celebration Europe. In addition to the panels update, they also have a peek at more of the new Celebration Europe medallions, which are sure to be as big a hit as the US Celebration IV counterparts were!

Wednesday, June 27, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

The Clone Wars at Celebration Europe


The Clone Wars are coming to Celebration Europe! Each day of the show, Lucasfilm's Steve Sansweet will introduce an exclusive video presentation interview with Catherine Winder, producer of The Clone Wars, and Supervising Director Dave Filoni. Both will share their stories about the creation of the series.

Wednesday, June 27, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Concept Luke Skywalker Back at HasbroToyShop


Look who's back in stock at HasbroToyShop - it's the Celebration IV Exclusive Concept Luke Skywalker! Grab him while you can and let's hope there are no coupon fiascos this time around.

Wednesday, June 27, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

New JediDefender Give-Away - Jango Fett Mini-Bust


Starting today, JediDefender.com is giving you the chance to win the new Jango Fett Mini-Bust from Gentle Giant! Check out our new Give-Away page for all the details on how you can enter to win!

Wednesday, June 27, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

JD Poll: C-IV Hasbro Favorite?


A new JediDefender Front Page Poll has been posted asking which new Hasbro offerings shown at Celebration IV did you like best? Was it the Galactic Heroes or the latest basic figures? Maybe the new Comic Packs? Make your selection in our JD Front Page Poll today!

Tuesday, June 26, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

SDCC Exclusive Shadow Scout with Speederbike Update


StarWarsShop is now taking San Diego Comic Con Attendee pre-orders for the exclusive Shadow Scout with Speederbike. Currently, this item is only available for physical, in-person pick up at Comic-Con in San Diego. Pre-orders for non-attendees of the show will follow in late July.

Tuesday, June 26, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Anthony Daniels at Celebration Europe


The Official site has confirmed that Anthony Daniels, C-3PO in all six movies of the Star Wars Saga, will appear at Star Wars Celebration Europe. Daniels is slated to meet fans and sign autographs for all three days of the show and is scheduled to make an appearance on the Celebrity Stage in the exhibit hall.

Tuesday, June 26, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Gentle Giant Shipping Methods Update


Gentle Giant has updated their blog with the details on their recent change in shipping methods for Domestic and International Orders. Head on over for a rundown of options you'll have to choose from on your upcoming packages.

Tuesday, June 26, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

More Mystery Pack Figures Revealed


Jedi Defender sponsor Entertainment Earth has posted a couple more teaser pictures of their upcoming exclusive Star Wars Mystery Pack Action Figure Set. Click the image above to check out the Mandalorian deco clones that are in the set, and click the link to get your order in on this nicely priced exclusive!

Monday, June 25, 2007 | Jesse McCracken

Prequel Kubricks Are On The Way


JD forum member Hes No Good To Me Dead writes in with a ton of details about the upcoming figures being added to the Star Wars Kubrick line. Prequel Trilogy based Series 8 and 9 as well as a new Box Set were announced at the 2007 Medicom Parco Exhibition in Japan, click on for the full scoop!

Sunday, June 24, 2007 | Scott Pearson

Kubrick Han Solo In Carbonite


Yet more Kubrick images courtesy of Slave1.jp! Check out the above 3 pictures of the Kubrick Han Solo in Carbonite from Medicom Toy Exhibition 2007 in Japan. Click the thumbnails to view the full size image, and of course save your nickles folks!

Saturday, June 23, 2007 | Jesse McCracken

400% Paploo Bearbrick Gallery


Another gallery of images courtesy of Boba_jp from the Japanese collecting site Slave1.jp were sent our way. Check out the 400% Bearbrick Paploo! Kubrick fans have a lot more to look forward to (and save for!) it seems. Thanks to Boba_jp for the images, and just click on through for the full gallery!

Saturday, June 23, 2007 | Jesse McCracken

Medicom VCD Royal Guard


Courtesy of Boba_jp of Slave1.jp fame, we've got an extensive gallery of the new Medicom Vinyl Collectible Doll Royal Guard. Click on through to check out all the images, and again a big thanks to Boba_jp for the full gallery.

Saturday, June 23, 2007 | Jesse McCracken

Force Unleashed At ToysRUs.com


ToysRUs.com has a listing for a Star Wars Force Unleashed Hero Figure Pack retailing for $29.99. It's assumed that this listing is a little premature as the Force Unleashed line is pushed back till 2008, however the listing says August of 2007 is the delivery date. No details are listed really, and this is probably just a matter of something in the system that will get bumped back.

Saturday, June 23, 2007 | Jesse McCracken

Sideshow Premium Format Speeder Bike Update


Sideshow Collectibles has updated their Behind the Show production blog with a sneak peek at the making of the new Speeder Bike and Scout Trooper Premium Format figure. If you have questions about the materials or the articulation of the figure, head on over and check it out!

Friday, June 22, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Sideshow Interview with Lorne Peterson


While at Celebration IV, Sideshow Collectibles had the chance to speak with Lorne Peterson, one of the founding members of Industrial Light and Magic and author of the excellent Sculpting a Galaxy. Head on over to check out the interview which has now been posted on their site.

Friday, June 22, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

New Sideshow QTVR Features


Sideshow Collectibles has updated the product pages for the SDCC exclusive Holo Sidious With Mechno-Chair and the upcoming Bossk 1:1 Scale Bust with new QTVR turnarounds. These QTVR features let you get up close and personal with these two popular Star Wars items so check them out today!

Friday, June 22, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Sideshow Second Chance - 12" Leia as Boushh


Sideshow Collectibles has discovered a small number of their 12" Princess Leia as Boushh figures hiding out in the warehouse thanks to order cancellations. These have been added to the Second Chance list, so if you missed Boushh the first time, now's your chance to grab one!

Friday, June 22, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Hyperspace Membership Kits Coming Soon


The Official Star Wars Fan Club 2007 membership kits are scheduled to be mailed out from a Southern California fulfillment house to all fans whose Hyperspace memberships or renewals run through December 31, 2007. If you're a member, keep an eye on your mailbox for your kit!

Thursday, June 21, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Lucasfilm Archives at Celebration Europe


Lucasfilm will once again be showcasing the Lucasfilm Archives with an exhibit at Celebration Europe. Fans will enjoy a display created by the archivists at the Lucasfilm Archives, including a few rare pieces that reflect the myth, mystery, and macabre of Star Wars. Check out StarWars.com for more details!

Thursday, June 21, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

SDCC Exclusive Koto Utapau Trooper


Kotobukiya will be offering an exclusive ARTFX Utapau Clone Trooper statue at San Diego Comic-Con this year! The Utapau Clone Trooper stands 12 inches tall is limited to just 2007 pieces. To ensure that all fans have an opportunity to obtain the Utapau Troooper, sales will be be alloted each day of the show.

Thursday, June 21, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

The Force Unleashed Production Diary Update


The Official Site has updated with the latest entry in the Production Diary for Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. Head on over and check out some of the behind the scenes details on the recent Celebration IV game panels.

Wednesday, June 20, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Costume Pageant at Celebration Europe


Fans heading to Celebration Europe will want to check out the Star Wars Costume Pageant on July 14th. A panel of costuming experts will judge the participants and winners will be chosen in eight different categories. Head on over to StarWars.com for the details on how you can enter!

Wednesday, June 20, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

2007 Medicom Toy Exhibition Exclusives Revealed


This weekend marks the start of the 2007 Medicom Toy Exhibition at the Parco Museum in Japan. This is Medicom's version of Toy Fair, so there are always many surprises to be found at the show. While the show hasn't started yet, Medicom has offered up a preview of some of the goodies they will have have for sale at the show!

Wednesday, June 20, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Celebration IV Artwork Now at StarWarsShop


Did you miss out on the fantastic exclusive Celebration IV artwork? No worries, as many of the pieces are now available at StarWarsShop.com for a limited time. Head on over and grab yours before they are gone!

Tuesday, June 19, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

3rd Series of Star Wars Canvas Prints Now Available


The third series of wall murals and canvas prints from ID-Wall.com are now available for order. This series celebrates the 30th Anniversary of Star Wars by including images and artwork from across the Star Wars saga.

Tuesday, June 19, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Questions for Hasbro? - Session 32


On June 15th, we sent another batch of questions to Hasbro for their Star Wars Question and Answer feature. Today, we've got the answers to those three questions!

Tuesday, June 19, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

JediDefender Wishlists 2007: Revenge of the Sith


For the last couple of years, JediDefender has run an informal fan poll asking for your ten most wanted characters from the various Star Wars films. All you have to do to take part in our latest poll is come up with your Wish List for your top ten 3-3/4" figures for Star Wars: Revenge of the Sith.

Monday, June 18, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

JD Wishlists 2007: Attack of the Clones Results


All the votes have been tallied and the results are in! The top 10 Wishlist for Attack of the Clones has been published in our forums with Cliegg Lars leading the pack as the #1 vote getter. Thanks to everyone who participated in the voting process!

Monday, June 18, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

2007 Star Wars Weekends Update


The Official Site has updated with new pics from the third 2007 Star Wars Weekend event at Disney-MGM Studios. This past weekend featured two more celebrity guests, Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca) and Jeremy Bulloch (Boba Fett).

Monday, June 18, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Star Wars Arcade Classics at Celebration Europe


Voyager Arcades will be providing a trip down memory lane at Celebration Europe! There will be a specially constructed arcade featuring classic vintage Star Wars Arcade Games, plus a few other non Star Wars arcade classics as well. Make sure you bring plenty of spare change!

Monday, June 18, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Indiana Jones IV Licensing News


Incase you hadn't heard, a little film series called Indiana Jones is in early production for the fourth installment in the series. Well Lucasfilm put out a press statement today that included some names of licensee's that are on board for IJ4! Hasbro and Lego anyone? Read on for the full details.

Monday, June 18, 2007 | Jesse McCracken

SDCC Funko Exclusives Updates


San Diego Comic Con is still over a month away, but it's time to start thinking about those pesky exclusives! Funko will be offering two exclusive Star Wars Wacky Wobblers. The Shocktrooper will be sold at the Funko booth for $17.00 and is limited to 1000 pieces. Meanwhile the 501st Clone Trooper will be sold by EntertainmentEarth for $14.00 and is limited to 1500 pieces.

Monday, June 18, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Pocket Model Product Updates Already


WizKid's Pocket Model card game has just taken off this month and already they updated with new product! Look for Star Wars Pocket Model TCG Ground Assault sets this September. And remember you can download a coupon for a Pocket Model Sample Kit at participating gaming stores as well right now!

Monday, June 18, 2007 | Jesse McCracken

Robot Chicken Star Wars Special Tonight


Just a reminder that tonight is the Robot Chicken Star Wars Special on Cartoon Network. The show airs at 10:00 PM Eastern, so set the recorder folks!

Sunday, June 17, 2007 | Jesse McCracken

Star Wars PocketModel Trading Card Game Update


WizKids has updated their website with two new Star Wars PocketModel trading card game items. First, you can check out the Star Wars PocketModel Rules FAQ for the lowdown on how to play. Second, you can download a coupon to get a free Star Wars PocketModel sample kit.

Friday, June 15, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

JediDefender Wishlists 2007: Attack of the Clones


Just a reminder that your chance to vote in the JediDefender Wishlists 2007: Attack of the Clones poll ends this weekend. You have until Sunday, June 17th to submit your wish-list, so get those lists in if you haven't already!

Friday, June 15, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

New Acme Character Key - TIE Fighter Pilot


Acme Archives has announced that the next Character Key from their Original Trilogy line will be the TIE Fighter Pilot. The TIE Pilot will debut at Celebration Europe, but will then be offered via Acme's website in July. The TIE Pilot will be limited to 1000 pieces and will retail for around $30. Click on the thumbnail above for a preview courtesy of Acme.

Friday, June 15, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Darth Maul Premium Format Figure Wallpapers


The Premium Format Darth Maul figure from Sideshow Collectibles will be shipping soon! To tide you over while you wait, check out the new Darth Maul Desktop Wallpapers created by Sideshow and featuring the upcoming figure!

Friday, June 15, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Obi-Wan VS Anakin Diorama QTVR Feature


Sideshow Collectibles has updated the product page for the Obi-Wan VS Anakin Diorama with a new 360 QTVR turnaround feature. The QTVR feature offers a 360 degree view of the upcoming enviorama piece, so go check it out!

Friday, June 15, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Sideshow Interviews Greedo at C-IV


While at Celebration IV, Sideshow Collectibles had the chance to speak with Paul Blake, who portrayed the bounty hunter Greedo in the Original Trilogy. Head on over to check out the interview which has now been posted on their site.

Friday, June 15, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Darth Vader Bronze Statue QTVR Feature


Sideshow Collectibles has updated the product page for the Darth Vader Bronze Statue with a new 360 QTVR turnaround feature. The QTVR feature lets you get up close and personal with a stunning full 360 degree view of Vader.

Friday, June 15, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Sideshow Second Chance Offers Still Available


A pair of Star Wars items from Sideshow Collectibles are still lingering on the Second Chance list thanks to credit card declines and last minute cancellations. Now is your chance to grab the 12" Jabba the Hutt inclusive edition figure or the Yoda Life-Size Bust. Quantities are limited, so act fast!

Friday, June 15, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

New Sideshow Radio Podcast


The latest edition of Sideshow Radio offers up more Sideshow Star Wars product news! Head on over and download the latest podcast episode for news on San Diego Comic-Con 2007, contests, and much more!

Friday, June 15, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Sideshow Holo Sidious With Mechno-Chair Preview


Pre-ordering is underway for the San Diego Comic-Con exclusive Holographic Darth Sidious with Mechno-chair 1:6 scale figure from Sideshow Collectibles. Attendees can place pre-orders now, and non-attendees will be able to start pre-ordering at 10AM Pacific.

Friday, June 15, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Celebration IV Breaks Attendance Records


StarWars.com has updated with some attendance figures for last month's Celebration IV event. It seems like many records were broken and much cash was earned, so let the Celebration V speculation begin!

Thursday, June 14, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Custom Weapons Give-Away Winner


Congratulations go out to forum member Oboewan, the winner of our recent Custom Weapons Give-Away courtesy of Marauder "Gun-Runners". As always, thanks to all who entered. Stay tuned for more great give-aways from JediDefender in 2007!

Thursday, June 14, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Star Wars Artist Series: Katie Cook


The Official Site has posted their latest entry in the Star Wars Artist Series. Head on over for a profile on Katie Cook, including a look at some of her Artist Sketch cards from the Topps' Star Wars: 30th Anniversary Trading Card Set!

Wednesday, June 13, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

R2 Computer Speakers


Do you want to add a Star Wars flair to your computer? Check out these Astromech Speakers up for preorder from Big Bad Toy Store! It is expected that each set will contain one R2-D2 and one R2-D1 and will be available in December. Perhaps you could start your Christmas list early?

Wednesday, June 13, 2007 | Jesse Wall

Celebration Europe Collector Panels


StarWars.com has posted an update on some of the Collector Panels you'll find at Celebration Europe. In addition to the panels update, they also have a first look at the new Celebrarion Europe medallions, which are sure to be as big a hit as the US Celebration IV counterparts were!

Tuesday, June 12, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

"Robot Chicken" Producers Talk Star Wars


The Official Site has posted a new interview with the two producers of Robot Chicken. The inteview features plenty of behind the scenes nuggets about the upcoming Robot Chicken: Star Wars Special, which airs this weekend (June 17th) on Cartoon Network's Adult Swim.

Tuesday, June 12, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Shipping From Dark Horse This Week


Arriving at your local comic book shop this week are two new books from Dark Horse Comics - Star Wars: Legacy #13 and Star Wars: Rebellion #7. Can't wait until tomorrow to read them? Well then follow the links to Dark Horse's website for previews to tide you over!

Tuesday, June 12, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

McQuarrie Luke Drama Continues


If you ordered the Celebration IV McQuarrie Luke Skywalker from Hasbro Toy Shop, you probably got a surprise email. It seems that everyone who put in an order has received a letter saying the order is cancelled. Many people have called to complain and straighten out the matter, and Hasbro claims everyone's order will go through. You can contact Customer Service at 1-800-408-0052 though with your order number if you still have questions or concerns.

Tuesday, June 12, 2007 | Jesse McCracken

Celebration Europe Program Cover Revealed


StarWars.com has revealed the cover to the Celebration Europe souvenir program book. On sale only in the Celebration Europe store, the program pays homage to the Star Wars saga using an iconic pop-art style on heavy-weight material in the same dimensions as a 12" vinyl album sleeve.

Monday, June 11, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

2007 Star Wars Weekends Update


The Official Site has updated with new pics from the second 2007 Star Wars Weekend at Disney-MGM Studios in Florida. This weekend features two more celebrity guests, actors Ray Park (Darth Maul) and Daniel Logan (Boba Fett).

Saturday, June 9, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Landspeeder Discovered in Florida


After spending years in obscurity, the 1980s Coca-Cola Landspeeder has been found in a Florida impound lot and the red rocketcar will soon be up for auction. Head on over to StarWars.com for all the details.

Saturday, June 9, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Questions for Hasbro? - Session 31


On June 1st, we sent another batch of questions to Hasbro for their Star Wars Question and Answer feature. Today, we've got the answers to those three questions!

Friday, June 8, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Sideshow Holo Sidious With Mechno-Chair Preview


Sideshow Collectibles has posted a teaser preview of the upcoming San Diego Comic-Con exclusive Holographic Darth Sidious with Mechno-chair 1:6 scale figure. As a reminder, Priority Pre-Ordering for Comic-Con attendees begins Thursday, June 14th at 10AM Pacific. Priority Pre-Ordering for non-attendees begins Friday, June 15th at 10AM Pacific.

Friday, June 8, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Sideshow Second Chance - 12" Darth Maul


Sideshow Collectibles has discovered a small number of their 12" Darth Maul figures hiding out in the warehouse. These have been added to the Second Chance list, so if you missed Maul the first time, now's your chance to grab one!

Friday, June 8, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Rick McCallum at Celebration Europe


The Official Site has updated with some new Celebration Europe info. Producer Rick McCallum will be attending the show to share experiences in the Star Wars galaxy, including some insight into the pre-production work on the live-action Star Wars television series and a new non-Star Wars movie from George Lucas.

Friday, June 8, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

JediDefender Give-Away - Custom Weapons!


Just a reminder that JediDefender.com is giving you the chance to win a pile of custom weapons courtesy of Marauder "Gun-Runners"! Check out our new Give-Away page for all the details on how you can enter to win!

Thursday, June 7, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Sideshow Premium Format Speeder Bike Reminder


Just a reminder that the Premium Format Speeder Bike and Scout Trooper set from Sideshow Collectibles will go up for priority pre-ordering tomorrow at 10AM Pacific! As a special treat, Sideshow has posted the product gallery a bit early! Remember, you must be a Sideshow newsletter subscriber and account holder by 11:59PM Pacific tonight to be eligible for priority pre-ordering!

Thursday, June 7, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Even More C-IV Loot at StarWarsShop


It seems as though StarWarsShop has found even more Celebration IV Exclusives overstock to offer on their site. You can now find just about everything that was at the Celebration Store on-line at StarWarsShop, including the Concept R2-D2 and C-3PO figures thanks to a deal with ToyRocket.

Thursday, June 7, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Sideshow 12" Plo Koon Now Shipping


The 12" Plo Koon figure from Sideshow Collectibles has arrived at Sideshow's warehouse and orders are now shipping. If you have this Jedi on pre-order, be sure to watch your mailbox! If you missed out on pre-orders, don't forget to sign up on the Wait List to try to grab one!

Wednesday, June 6, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Star Wars Miniatures and RPG Updates for 2007


The Official Site has posted an update on some future offerings from Wizards of the Coast. Head on over for all the details on the upcoming Alliance & Empire expansion set, as well as The Force Unleashed booster-only set.

Wednesday, June 6, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Sideshow 12" ANH Obi-Wan Kenobi Reminder


Just a reminder that the 12" A New Hope Obi-Wan Kenobi figure from Sideshow Collectibles will go up for priority pre-ordering Thursday, June 7th, at 10AM Pacific! As a special treat, Sideshow has posted the product gallery a bit early! Remember, you must be a Sideshow newsletter subscriber and account holder by 11:59PM Pacific tomorrow to be eligible for priority pre-ordering!

Tuesday, June 5, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

JD Poll: C-IV Highlights?


A new JediDefender Front Page Poll has been posted asking who had the best new products at Celebration IV? Did the latest Hasbro figures thrill you or were you more excited with the new GG Mini-Busts? Or what about those LEGO sets? Make your selection in our JD Front Page Poll today!

Tuesday, June 5, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Saga Legends Wave 1 Found at Retail


A few folks have e-mailed to let us know that they found Wave 1 of the Saga Legends Collection at their local Target stores. While the first wave is filled with mostly repacks, there are a few "new" repaints included, such as the Battle Droid 2-pack. Thanks to all those who e-mailed with the tip.

Tuesday, June 5, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

2007 Star Wars Weekends Update


The Official Site has updated with a look at the first 2007 Star Wars Weekend at Disney-MGM Studios in Florida. This past weekend included celebrity guests actress Bonnie Piesse (Beru Whitesun) and actor Kenny Baker (R2-D2). Head on over for all the details, including pics from the event!

Monday, June 4, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

R2-Trash Can In-Stock at Gentle Giant


Gentle Giant is now taking orders for the R2-D2 Trash Can. Imported from Japan, this R2-unit/waste-receptacle is compatible with any bathroom-sized trash bags. R2 is in-stock and can be yours for $125 plus shipping.

Sunday, June 3, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

First Look - Star Wars: Fury


The Official Site has revealed the cover to the upcoming book, Star Wars: Fury. Written by Aaron Allston, Fury is the seventh book in the Legacy of the Force series from Del Ray Books and will hit shelves in November 2007.

Sunday, June 3, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

The Force Unleashed Production Diary Update


StarWars.com has updated with the latest entry in the Production Diary for Star Wars: The Force Unleashed. Head on over and check out some of the faces and voices behind the characters of The Force Unleashed!

Sunday, June 3, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

JediDefender Give-Away - Custom Weapons!


Just a reminder that JediDefender.com is giving you the chance to win a pile of custom weapons courtesy of Marauder "Gun-Runners"! Check out our new Give-Away page for all the details on how you can enter to win!

Saturday, June 2, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

ARC Gunner Unleashed Pre-Order


StarWarsShop.com updated with a pre-order page for the Unleashed 7" ARC Heavy Gunner figure. Proof the Unleashed line isn't completely dead yet, the ARC Gunner is an online exclusive and ships 8/31 for 24.99 plus shipping!

Saturday, June 2, 2007 | Jesse McCracken

Disney Star Wars Weekends Are Underway!


Just a reminder that Star Wars Weekends are underway at Disney-MGM Studios in Florida! Plenty of show exclusives will be offered up for sale each weekend, from Disney pins to Hasbro Cantina Band Members! Keep an eye on StarWars.com for full coverage of the events!

Friday, June 1, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

Inferno Cover Revealed


The Official Site has revealed the cover to the upcoming book, Star Wars: Inferno. Written by Troy Denning, Inferno is the sixth book in the Legacy of the Force series from Del Ray Books and will hit shelves in August 2007.

Friday, June 1, 2007 | Jeff Smentek

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