Clone Wars Series Discussion Thread
October 10, 2008 | 11:16 PM EST | Jayson
Now that we're a few episodes in to this already awesome series, be sure to stop into our forums to discuss past and current episodes of the Clone Wars. Spoiler warnings apply.
Meet The Talent Behind The Music Of Star Tours
October 10, 2008 | 9:28 PM EST | Bill
Our Friends over at Endor Express have updated with an indepth interview with Richard Bells, the talent behind the musical tour for Star Tours and the Indiana Jones Rides in the US! Check it out here!
Star Wars Be@rbricks at StarWarsShop.com
October 10, 2008 | 3:27 PM EST | Jayson
Couldn't make it to Celebration Japan? No worries -- StarWarsShop was able to bring back a few exclusive items from overseas to offer their shoppers, pieces you can now get nowhere else!
If you collect the Star Wars Bearbrick line from Japan, this
Wicket and Paploo set is a no-brainer -- they already resemble teddy bears, after all! Each figure features the Celebration Japan logo on the reverse and comes packaged in a special Celebration Japan box.
Sideshow Exclusive Utapau Clone Trooper
October 10, 2008 | 7:01 AM EST | Mark
Now available for Pre-Order...
Republic Commando: Order 66 Review
October 9, 2008 | 11:01 PM EST | Captain_Charisma
Well, another installment of Karen Traviss' exceptional REPUBLIC COMMANDO series is out on the shelves. The Clone Wars are ramping up to their climax, and Omega and Delta Squad, as well as Kal Skirata, Bardan Jusik, Walon Vau and the rest of our heroes are about to be caught up in a little something called ORDER 66. Maybe you've heard of it? Find out what I thought of the latest chapter
after the jump
Toyguide Update: The Clone Wars: Clone Trooper 501st Legion
October 9, 2008 | 10:12 PM EST | Jayson
The
Yakface Toyguide updates conclude today with the addition of the Wal-Mart Exclusive
501st Legion Clone Trooper. Pretty much anything with the "501st" designation is a sure fire way to get collectors into the stores. Thankfully, Wal-Mart didn't take advantage of that fact as this figure is the same price point as their other "basic figure" assortments. The figure itself is a repaint/repack of the standard
Clone Trooper but has the blue accent/flashes of the 501st Legion. Although this group is lead by Captain Rex, the blue hues of Rex and these 501st trooper figures don't match so they don't look like a cohesive unit. As mentioned, this is a Wal-mart Exclusive but instead of including a simple clamshell like another retailer, this figure features a Republic Army Identification Card that collectors can sign and add their photo to through Wal-Mart's Photo Center.
Head to the toyguide to see if this is an item worthy of adding to your collection.
Toyguide Update: The Clone Wars: Commander Fox
October 9, 2008 | 9:42 PM EST | Jayson
The
Yakface Toyguide updates continue today with a series of additions to the ever-expanding
The Clone Wars Collection. Next up, the Target Exclusive
Commander Fox. Recently featured in The Clone Wars movie, Commander Fox is the leader of a detachment of Coruscant clone troopers assigned to protect Padme during her confrontation with Ziro the Hutt. The figure itself is kit-bashed repaint of the
Captain Rex figure with a repainted helmet/head accessory from the Clone Wars
Obi-Wan Kenobi and features the emblem of the Galactic Senate prominently displayed on his chest. This figure was available as a Target Exclusive for the initial price of $12.99, but in some areas managed to find its way to the clearance aisle for a fraction of that "premium" price tag.
Head to the toyguide to see if this is an item worthy of adding to your collection.
ESB Wave Revealed
October 9, 2008 | 9:10 PM EST | Bill
The Build A Droid ESB wave has appeared thanks to Wal-Mart's computers, and our friends over at Galactic Hunter have updated with all the 411-- yes, the Ugnaughts are there, as is a new Luke, and more. Check it out here.
UPDATE: It looks like Wal-Mart has pulled the links off their website. More as we get it.
Toyguide Update: The Clone Wars: #12 Super Battle Droid
October 9, 2008 | 9:38 AM EST | Jayson
The
Yakface Toyguide updates continue today with a series of additions to the ever-expanding
The Clone Wars Collection. Next up, the
Super Battle Droid. Arguably one of the best figures in terms of translation from screen to plastic, the bulky Super Battle Droid features modest articulation in the upper body and arms, but lacks knee and ankle joints. The SBD also features firing missile launchers that can be attached to the arms for more firepower.
Head to the toyguide to see if this is an item worthy of adding to your collection.
Toyguide Update: The Clone Wars: #11 Clone Pilot Odd Ball
October 9, 2008 | 9:26 AM EST | Jayson
The
Yakface Toyguide updates continue today with a series of additions to the ever-expanding
The Clone Wars Collection. Next up,
Clone Pilot Odd Ball. A no-brainer on Hasbro's part here, a simple head swap and presto – new figure! Odd Ball is a kit bash creation of the standard "grunt"
Clone Trooper without weathering/battle damage. Odd Ball also includes the Clone Trooper's weapon accessories as well, but these do not have the silver weathering finish applied to them.
Head to the toyguide to see if this is an item worthy of adding to your collection.
Toyguide Update: The Clone Wars: #10 Clone Commander Cody
October 9, 2008 | 8:56 AM EST | Jayson
The
Yakface Toyguide updates continue today with a series of additions to the ever-expanding
The Clone Wars Collection. Next up,
Clone Commander Cody. Collectors didn't have to wait too long to get one of their favorite clones in the Clone Wars line and he doesn't disappoint. Cody features superior articulation with ball-jointed shoulders, elbows, wrists, knees and ankles. His deco is a precursor to his EIII design, but I'd have liked him to have received a weathered treatment similar to
Captain Rex. Commander Cody features a unique head sculpt complete with battle scars, removable helmet, blaster, blaster rifle with rocket firing attachment and 2 rockets.
Head to the toyguide to see if this is an item worthy of adding to your collection.
Toyguide Update: The Clone Wars: #09 Ahsoka Tano
October 9, 2008 | 8:29 AM EST | Jayson
The
Yakface Toyguide updates return today with a series of additions to the ever-expanding
The Clone Wars Collection. First up, Anakin's "snippy" new Padawan,
Ahsoka Tano. Like most of the animated Clone Wars figures, Ahsoka is an all-new sculpt that hold true to her dainty physique in the cartoon. She features the standard fair of articulation points most of which are ball-joints but does only have swivel elbow/forearm joints. Ahsoka's accessories include her now signature design lighsaber, Republic-issue backpack* and little Rotta the Huttlet (aka "Stinky"). Surprisingly, Hasbro felt the need to articulate "Stinky" as well giving him little swivel arms.
*While the backpack works well for Ahsoka, I think it would have potentially added more play value if the straps were longer so other figures like Anakin or Clones could utilize it as well.
Head to the toyguide to see if this is an item worthy of adding to your collection.
The Drewton Legacy Continues...
October 9, 2008 | 12:34 AM EST | Justin2
Photonovelist Drewton has just completed the third chapter in his eye-popping series, titled
Dark Visions Of The Sith.
If you missed out on the first two chapters, it's worth starting with the first chapter
Attack On The Legacy, followed by the second installment,
Kaleesh Siege.
Wal-Mart Exclusive Ships Have Landed
October 9, 2008 | 12:25 AM EST | Justin2
Our allies over at Sandtroopers.com have reported a finding of the new Wal-Mart Exclusive Clone Wars Gunship and A-Wing. Hop on over there for boxed photos of these new ships.
New Clone Wars: Wild Space
October 8, 2008 | 10:48 PM EST | Jayson
Inspired by the full-length animated feature film Star Wars: The Clone Wars and brand new TV series, this thrilling adventure is filled with provocative, never-before-revealed insights into the characters of OBi-Wan, Anakin, Padmé, Yoda, Count Dooku and many other Star Wars favorites. This new trade paperback novel by Karen Miller is due out in December from Del Rey Books.
Head to
StarWars.com for a brief synopsis.
Detailed BAD Cantina Figure Loose Images
October 8, 2008 | 8:43 PM EST | Bill
Our friends over at Jedi Defender have updated with some detailed loose shots of this year's new Cantina Patrons coming in the Build a Droid Series. Check them out here.
NEW Clone Wars Kotobukiya ArtFX Kits
October 8, 2008 | 4:49 PM EST | Jayson
StarWarsShop has updated received a few new additions to their online store today featuring new Clone Wars model kits from Kotobukiya!
Count Dooku,
Asajj Ventress,
General Grievous each include a bonus part that when assembled makes an exclusive ARTFX-plus statue: Darth Sidious!
These kits are available for pre-order now for $59.99 each and start shipping in March '09
Andrews Toyz Update
October 8, 2008 | 7:26 AM EST | Bill
This just in from Andrews Toyz.com:
Legacy Collection Wave 3 is on its way to our warehouse and will be shipping later this week! There are sets and cases available for order!
Arriving Soon:
- Legacy Wave 3 Set of 6 ... $52.00
- Legacy Wave 3 Case of 12 ... $85.00
New Bobble Head Arrivals from Funko:
- Anakin Skywalker Clone Wars Bobble Head ... $10.99
- Captain Rex Clone Wars Bobble Head ... $10.99
- Commander Gree Exclusive Bobble Head ... $12.99
Diamond Select 1/4 Scale Ultimate Figures:
- Obi-Wan Kenobi (A New Hope) ... $65.00
- Han Solo (Empire Strikes Back) ... $65.00
- Darth Maul (Phantom Menace) ... $65.00
Force FX Lightsabers:
- Anakin Skywalker ... $99.00
- Darth Vader ... $99.00
- Yoda ... $99.00
- Obi-Wan Kenobi ... $99.00
- Darth Maul ... $99.00
New Star Wars Accessories for Your Computer:
- USB Lightsaber Glow Lamp ... $45.00
- Darth Vader USB 4-Port Hub ... $65.00
- R2-D2 USB 4-Port Hub ... $40.00
Specials:
- Legacy Wave 2 Not-Mint Case ... $61.20
- Revenge of the Sith Sculpted Poster ... $34.20
- SDCC Disturbance in the Force Set ... $19.25
- SDCC Commander Gree Mighty Mugg ... $19.25
- SDCC Fred & George Weasley Busts 2-Pack ... $64.90
- SDCC Tom Bambadil Mini Bust ... $41.20
- 30th Anniversary Wave 4 Case ... $68.20
- Family Guy Blue Harvest 24-Pack Box ... $51.20
- Durge Character Key ... $21.20
- Kotobukiya Snowtrooper ... $68.20
- Kotobukiya Princess Leia ... $68.20
Click here to order
Customizer Spotlight - punkreject
October 7, 2008 | 11:45 PM EST | Justin2
Forum member
punkreject has updated with a ton of new customs in the forums, including some figures that will be sure to interest OT fans. If you're into the new Clone Wars line you'll see a diorama treat as well.
Be sure to check out his latest work and share your thoughts after
the jump!
Big Bad Toy Store Update
October 7, 2008 | 9:11 PM EST | Bill
Hi - Here is a big update from
bigbadtoystore.com check out the latest New Arrivals:
PADME VS NEXU DIORAMA
This 1/9 scale diorama portrays Padme in battle with a deadly Nexu in a Geonosian arena. Padme stands atop the pillar wielding a chain, as the creature stalks up the side of the pillar, ready to swing his massive claws at her. This 19" tall piece is priced at $189.99 - take a look!
12" RAH EPISODE II CLONE TROOPER
Another new figure using Medicom's great RAH body, this Clone Trooper comes clad in armor with his T-visored helmet, and includes a blaster and a display base. He's listed at $139.99 ($10 off MSRP), so grab one before Order 66 is implemented!
Click here for all the newest instock and pre-order items.
