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Hasbro: Star Wars 6" Black Series IN HAND on Ebay!

Ebay seller viperskingdom has the Black Series 6" Darth Maul, R2-D2, Sandtrooper and Luke IN HAND and ready to ship. These are all going for over MSRP, but if you are one of those "gotta have it now" collectors or don't want to wait a month or so to get these, then click here or below to check them out!

Posted on June 19, 2013

Gentle Giant Savage Opress Maquette Review and Unbox

 

 

Posted on June 19, 2013

Spotlight on the Celebration Europe Artists: Jerry Vander Stelt

For our next segment, where we take a closer look at the Artists for the Celebration Europe II Art Show, we feature Jerry Vander Stelt. Jerry sent along the below image and also some great background infoon his work, Apology Accepted

"This scene takes place somewhere between after Ep 3 and just before Ep 4. Based upon the age of Luke and Leia in ANH, there is roughly an 18 year spread between films, in which a lot of unseen events could have taken place, that may not have been "canonized" in the EU novels. For starters, Vader is known from the "Rise of Darth Vader" novel to have made several modifications ( being good with "fixing things" ) to his suit since he was first encased in it. Because of this, I was at liberty to play with different versions of Vader's armor.

We have the "widow's peak" of his helmet from ANH, but his black tabard does not go over the shoulder plating, rather under the plating. We have the ANH gauntlets. Green and red chest box lights as opposed to blue and red from ESB. Black lenses as opposed to the brownish red colored lenses, etc. Anakin could have been making several test runs of various combinations of what worked or didn't regarding his suit, which only added to his anger at the entire universe. Story-wise, there was a small group of renegade Jedi that perhaps escaped Order 66 and ( like Yoda ) were able to collectively mask most of their Force presence from the Emporer and remain hidden.Somehow or other, Vader picked up on their Force scent and reported back to Palpatine.

Vader was ordered to find them upon this backwater world where there were thought to be. Here we see the newest generation of Clone Stormtroopers, sent to take out this small group of Jedi. The Troopers failed to capture the Jedi, so Vader had to come down from his personal Star Destroyer ( in his newly untested prototype Tie fighter ) to punish them for their failure.Upon his arrival,Vader was force-throwing Troopers here and saber-slinging Troopers there, in which some of the troopers return fire causing damage to the Tie in the background which is still smoking from the short-lived firefight.Although badly injured, Vader allows the trooper leader ( with the orange shoulder pad ) to live to tell others what failure costs, in which he "Accepts their apology". Vader, standing in the rain, is torn between two personalities going on within: one seeks to find and destroy the Jedi that are eluding him ( knowing their training that makes them hard for him to find was due to Yoda and Obi Wan, making his hatred for them all the more intense ). The other is his sense of utter loss of not only his mentor, brother and best friend, but the passing of his beloved wife, due to his own fall. To be a man again! To tear off his wretched armor and feel the rain wash him of his dark deeds! The rain is all around him, yet the very suit that keeps him alive denies him this."

It measures 30" x 20" on Archival paper and is limited to just 250 prints. It will sell for € 78.00. Click below to see the larger current image.Check back Friday, as we feature more great artists like Malcolm Tween and Tsuneo Sanda and Matt Busch!

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Posted on June 19, 2013

Gentle Giant SDCC-Exclusive Boba Fett Deluxe Mini Bust

Via StarWars.com Blog:

San Diego Comic-Con attracts thousands of attendees each year. They go for the costumes, first looks at movies and TV shows, the chance to meet comic book artists and writers, and panel discussions. But there’s another big draw: exclusive collectibles created just for the show. Gentle Giant, purveyors of finely-crafted maquettes and busts, has some exciting exclusives planned for this year — one of which celebrates a certain bounty hunter who successfully tracked the Millennium Falcon to Cloud City. StarWars.com is proud to reveal it here first.

For this year’s SDCC (July 18-21), Gentle Giant has created the Boba Fett Deluxe Mini Bust, a highly-detailed depiction of one of Star Wars‘ most popular characters. Based on Boba’s appearance in Return of the Jedi, each bust is hand-painted, individually numbered, packaged with a certificate of authenticity, and comes with multiple interchangeable arms allowing for a wide range of poses — including his classic rifle cradle. The attention to detail is stunning, from battle damaged armor covered in film-accurate scrapes and scratches to Fett’s trophy scalps, which are woven and not sculpted. The bust comes packaged in a handsome green tin emblazoned with the Mandalorian insignia, and protect by a slip cover.

Look for the Boba Fett Deluxe Mini Bust at Gentle Giant’s SDCC booth, available for $150 and limited to 2,500 pieces. Check out a special preview below!

Here is now up for pre-order, click here or below to secure one today!

Posted on June 19, 2013

Star Wars Elevator Prank

Via JesterLads:

 

Posted on June 18, 2013

Entertainment Earth to debut new BLACK SERIES 6-inch scale

Via Hasbro PR:

ENTERTAINMENT EARTH TO EXCLUSIVELY REVEAL AN UPCOMING CHARACTER FROM THE STAR WARS BLACK SERIES 6-INCH ACTION FIGURE LINE FROM HASBRO

In collaboration with Hasbro, Entertainment Earth is proud to introduce a never before seen figure in the second wave of the BLACK SERIES 6-inch scale action figure line! Entertainment Earth will release an image once a week providing design insight to the new figure. Be sure to visit EntertainmentEarth.com (www.entertainmentearth.com/BlackSeries.asp) beginning June 17 to see what great character from the STAR WARS universe will join the collection of 6-inch figures that feature incredibly accurate design and a high level of articulation.

The images Entertainment Earth reveals will consist of various stages of product development of the 6-inch STAR WARS action figure, providing fans an inside look at the development process from "concept to product" for this exciting new collectible line. Visit the Entertainment Earth website on the following dates for new reveals leading up to July 11 when a final image of the new action figure will be revealed!

Monday, June 17
Tuesday, June 25
Tuesday, July 2
Thursday, July 11

May The Force Be With You!

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Posted on June 18, 2013

Thank You Facebook Followers!

We wanted to thank our readers for all the support on Twitter and Facebook the last few months.

Yesterday we hit 5,000 likes on our Facebook Fan Page and just last month we broke 6,000 followers on Twitter (almost at 6,500 now).

If you are part of either network and want to follow our news there, check out the links below and thanks again for the support. We will be kicking off a new giveaway on our Facebook page later this week to celebrate the 5,000 "likes" milestone!

 

Posted on June 18, 2013

Congratulations to Star Wars: The Clone Wars!

 

Posted on June 18, 2013

BBTS NEWS Update!

Bigbadtoystore.com reports in:.

NEW PRE-ORDERS

12" HAN SOLO ON HOTH JUMBO FIGURE - Gentle Giant continues its Star Wars 12" Jumbo figure line with Hoth Han Solo. Sculpted in his parka, he includes a pistol and is listed at $71.99, $8 off of the MSRP.

STAR WARS IMPERIAL SEAL BOOKEND SET - The two halves of this new set come together to make the Imperial seal from the Star Wars movies. Great for books, DVDs and more, this set comes individually numbered with a Certificate of Authenticity and is listed at $62.99, $7 off the MSRP.

NEW ARRIVALS

STAR WARS SAVAGE OPRESS 10" STATUE - This statue of Darth Maul's brother stands over 9" tall on its base and wields a vibro ax. It is listed at $85.99, $9 off of the MSRP.

Posted on June 18, 2013

Hasbro: High Resolution Carded Mission Series 2-Pack Figures

Click below to check out high resolution images of four 2-packs set to hit later this year. We have the 212th Clone Trooper with Battle Droid (Barcode 653569881612), the Jango Fett with Battle Droid (Barcode 653569881582), the 501st Clone Trooper with Anakin (Barcode 653569881575) and the Darth Vader with Seeker Droid (Barcode 653569881568) Click below (and you may need to click again once the image pops up for the large size) for the high resolution carded images!

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Posted on June 17, 2013

Hasbro: High Resolution Darth Vader Voice Changer Helmet

Set to hit in the Fall of 2013 is the Darth Vader Voice Changer Helmet (Barcode 653569901464), it appears to be slightly modified from previous versions but without the older one in hand we can't tell 100%. Click below (and you may need to click again once the image pops up for the large size) for the high resolution loose and boxed images!

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Posted on June 17, 2013

Spotlight on the Celebration Europe Artists: Hugh Fleming

For our next segment, where we take a closer look at the Artists for the Celebration Europe II Art Show, we feature Hugh Fleming . Below is the most current sample of his print. It doesn't have a formal title, but as you can see it is celebrating Jedi's 30th Anniversary. The typography design differs from the rushed and rather amateurish version currently on the official website. There is still some polishing to be done, but it is very close to completion. Hope you enjoy this first look at Hugh's almost final piece!

It measures 16" x 24" and is limited to just 250 prints. Click below to see the larger current image and check back, as we feature more great artists this week like, Jerry VanderStelt, Malcolm Tween and Tsuneo Sanda.

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Posted on June 17, 2013

Chris Alexander Star Wars Origami Artist Interview at C2E2

 

Posted on June 17, 2013

Ebay Spotlight #284: DARTH VADER KIDS Folding Chair

Check out this auction posted on ebay.com by mme_emnementerprises . Click here or the images below for all the info (and Free Shipping)- They also have R2-D2 and Boba Fett!

Posted on June 17, 2013

SEVEN HOUR STAR WARS DOCUMENTARY HITS YOUTUBE

Via TheBeardedTrio.com:

Over seven hours of behind the scenes action and information, from one of our greatest science fiction sagas of all time is the description on Youtube. Seven hours? Yes thats right, you could spend a whole flight across the Atlantic watching this documentary. Catch it quick though, I don't know how long this will be allowed to stay.

 

Posted on June 16, 2013

Happy Father's Day!

The staff and crew here at Yodasnews.com would like to wish all the dad's, grandfathers and great-grandfathers a very Happy Father's Day! Enjoy your day with the padawans!

Posted on June 16, 2013

BBTS NEWS!

Bigbadtoystore.com reports in:.

Cad Bane Bust Bank - A Diamond Select Release! Sculpted by Oluf Hartvigson! The hottest new villain in the Star Wars universe is bounty hunter Cad Bane, and now the cold-hearted Clone Wars character is the latest bank from DST! Measuring 8 inches tall, this vinyl bust bank features collectible-quality paint and sculpting, plus a coin slot for depositing your bounties!


Animated Leia In Boushh Disguise Maquette - One of our favorite outfits from the original trilogy was that of bounty hunter Boushh. Princess Leia agrees, as she even wore it on-screen in Return of the Jedi in 1983. This amazing recreation of that costume comes with the marvelous helmet, staff, cape, and thermal detonator that you remember from the movies, but in a unique animated style you won't find anywhere else! Limited to just 1,000 pieces worldwide, this statue is sure to be a hit. The statue measures 10-inches tall x 6-inches wide x 4-inches long. Order yours today so you don't miss out on one of the best-looking bounty hunters in the galaxy!

Posted on June 15, 2013

$20 Off All Orders Of $99 at Fatheads.com

Check out Fathead.com and use code 2099 to get $20 Off All Orders Of $99 or more. This promotion ends on 6/23/13 at 11:59pm PST.

Click here to grab Yoda, Darth Maul, Vader, Han and more!

Posted on June 15, 2013

Spotlight on the Celebration Europe Artists: Brian Rood

Today, we bring you the last installment for this week in our new mini feature at Yodasnews, where we take a closer look at the Artists for the Celebration Europe II Art Show. Today, we have Homecoming from Brian Rood. Click the image below to see a great high resolution image that Brian sent over of his amazing piece!

You can pre-order the print at this link for € 50.00. It measures 20" x 30", Heavyweight cover stock lithograph with archival satin aqueous coating and limited to just 250 prints. Click below to see the larger image and check back as we feature more great artists next week!

Posted on June 14, 2013

George Lucas Excited For J.J. Abrams' Star Wars

Via OMG at Yahoo.com:

J.J. Abrams has taken the intergalactic reins from George Lucas - and the "Star Wars" creator is confident his legacy is in good hands.

"Yeah, [I'm excited]. J.J.'s a great director and we're friends," George told Access Hollywood at the 2013 Crystal + Lucy Awards, when asked if he's looking forward to J.J.'s films. "I think he understands the whole thing and how it works. "And if he doesn't, [Lucasfilms president] Kathy [Kennedy] will keep it straight," he added with a laugh.

As for his own involvement in the next three films, George said he won't be doing "much."
"If they need help or anything, they'll give me a call," he said. "Otherwise, I'm off on my own."

Additionally, the legendary director said that no matter how good "Episode VII" is, there will always be critics.

"No matter how you do it, it's a complicated cultural icon. Therefore you're always going to be in trouble no matter what you do," he said. "So, the best thing you can do is just plow forward and try to do the best story you can."

"Star Wars: Episode VII" will be shot in the UK and is slated for release in 2015.

Posted on June 14, 2013

NorthSide Collectibles News!
Attack of the AT-ATs!

Via Yahoo.com:

What's the only thing scarier than a T. rex terrorizing a wedding party? That would be a trio of All Terrain Armored Transport walkers, a.k.a. AT-ATs. For "Star Wars"-challenged folks, AT-ATs are those massive mechanized beasts who first appeared in "The Empire Strikes Back," and are known to crush everything in their paths.

Shortly before shooting his friends Leslie Seiler and Paul Kingston's May 31 nuptials, Toronto-based photographer Tony Lombardo spotted the now massively shared picture of a dinosaur chasing down a bridal party by Quinn Miller. "I had the idea of AT-ATs on my way to the wedding, so I pitched it," he told Yahoo! Shine in a phone interview. He already knew that the couple were big "Star Wars" fans. "The bride said, 'Let's totally do it!'"

Click here or below for the full story!

Posted on June 14th, 2013

Legendary Artists at Celebration Europe

Artists Doug Chiang and Iain McCaig, both instrumental in shaping the look of the Star Wars saga, reunited at the start of this year as part of the team Lucasfilm President Kathleen Kennedy has assembled to create an exciting new future for Star Wars. They are adding to their busy schedules a visit to Star Wars Celebration Europe, the can’t-miss Star Wars fan event in Messe Essen, Germany, July 26-28. There, they will discuss their careers, their work on past Star Wars films, and show some of their incredible artwork from earlier projects. See these landmark Star Wars artists at Celebration Europe.

Yodasnews is proud to be an official supporter of Star Wars Celebration

Posted on June 14th, 2013

AP Collectibles News!

Longtime Yodasnews Sponsor AP Collectibles reports in:

We have the latest round of Gentle Giant pieces up for pre-order at great prices - Check out the Spider-Man Mini bust, Jumbo Hoth Han Solo, The Hobbit: Azrod Mini bust, the Imperial Bookend Set and the Walking Dead Sheriff Rick Grimes Badge Replica!

We will be attending Mighty Con in St. Charles, IL (just west of Chicago) the weekend of June 21-23. Show details can be found here: www.mightycon.com.

They also updated more pre-orders at great prices! Click here to see them all!

If you are on facebook, also toss a LIKE to AP Collectibles - They post as soon as new items come in stock and keep you informed of the latest and greatest info!

Posted on June 14th, 2013

Han Solo Kenner Jumbo Figure Pre-Order Live

Via Gentle Giant LTD:

Just like they were when you were a kid, only BIGGER! Gentle Giant continues on with their new line of vintage Star Wars action figure reproductions with the first of our figures from the Battle of Hoth!

Digitally scanned from mint 3 3/4” Kenner originals and reproduced in scale to the rest of the jumbo Kenner line. Nothing has been overlooked. Roto and injection molded and made of durable plastics, this fully-articulated jumbo figure includes a faithfully reproduced blaster.

That’s not all, this classic Kenner creation comes packaged on a 1979 The Empire Strikes Back-inspired blister card, featuring original front artwork in a re-sealable plastic outer clam shell to help protect and display!

Click here to PRE-ORDER right now or check out all the images!

Posted on June 13, 2013

Leonard Maltin Interviews George Lucas - Part 1

Via CinemaGeekTV on Youtube as seen on Jedinews.co.uk:

 

Posted on June 13, 2013

Imperial Seal Bookends Pre-Order Live

Via Gentle Giant LTD:

Show your support for the Galactic Empire with the incredible Imperial Seal Bookends!

Digitally sculpted by the master artisans at Gentle Giant Ltd., these unique bookends can be displayed together as a single, striking symbol of terror and might, or used to stylishly store your favorite media! The choice is yours!

These limited edition hand-painted bookends come individually numbered and include a matching certificate of authenticity. Perfect for yourself or that special Stormtrooper in your life.

Click here to PRE-ORDER right now or check out all the images!

Posted on June 13, 2013

Happy Father's Day from LEGO

Via The Lego Group:

 

Posted on June 13, 2013

Spotlight on the Celebration Europe Artists: Chris Trevas

Today, we bring you the next installment inour new mini feature at Yodasnews, where we take a closer look at the Artists for the Celebration Europe II Art Show. Today, we have Execution Order from Chris Trevas. The image you see on the pre-order page is the final image, but Chris was kind enough to send us a larger image to show our readers and also noted that the one on the CE site is slightly too light, the one below is the corrected darker version.

You can pre-order the print at this link for € 50.00. It measures 18" x 24 " and is limited to just 250 prints. Click below to see a larger image and check back as we feature more great artists every few days. Next up is Brian Rood.

Posted on June 12, 2013

Review: LEGO Star Wars X-Wing Starfighter - Set 9493

 

Posted on June 12, 2013

C-3PO In Star Wars Episode VII?

Via BleedingCool.com:

C-3PO and R2-D2 are my favourite characters in all of Star Wars. I love their interplay. I wish Rich and I were more like that. I would want to be C-3PO. While I’ve never had the pleasure of chatting with R2-D2's alter ego Kenny Baker, I have had a few chances to speak with C-3PO’s inner Anthony Daniels.

It has always been a pleasure, and always something of an entertainment. Daniels would be such a great chat show guest… and yet I don’t think I’ve ever seen him on a chat show. Pull your finger out, Norton.

Daniels and I wrapped up our conversation a few minutes ago, and I’ll bring you many more details of what we discussed later on, but for now, I thought I’d bring you Daniels’ comments on Episode VII. It is, after all, the big Star Wars topic right now – and will be for the next couple of years. Here’s how the back and forth went. Just like this but with more laughter.

Click here to read it all

Posted on June 11, 2013

Saga Legends 3 3/4 Carded Figure Images

YN Sponsor Andrew's Toyz (via Facebook) reports in:

Hasbro's new Saga Legends 3.75" figures are designed for kids with their favorite characters at a lower price point, click here or below for the all the images

Posted on June 11, 2013

Star Wars: Battlefront Official E3 Preview

Via EA on YouTube:

Take a first look at DICE's unique take on the Star Wars Battlefront franchise utilizing the Frostbite 3 game engine. Read more here: http://www.ea.com/star-wars-battlefront

Electronic Arts is proud to demonstrate the full force of the Frostbite 3 game engine within the Star Wars Battlefront universe. The future of next-generation gaming will take part in a galaxy far, far away. As for the game play? You'll find that we're full of surprises. 

Posted on June 11, 2013

SWAN Episode 395: Hasbro Flips Collectors the (Angry) Bird

San Diego Comic-Con is just a month away and Star Wars collectible companies like Hasbro, Gentle Giant, Hallmark, and Diamond Select Toys have been revealing their 2013 convention exclusives! Listen to this week’s Star Wars Action News podcast to find out what people at the con will be fighting over, and those at home will be left to drool over. The hosts also discuss CE2 exclusives, including the announced CE2 art prints, and how international collectors may be able to get some of their money back on these great pieces.

Plus on this week’s show the Third Annual SDCC Star Wars Fan Breakfast is announced! On Friday, July 19th, at 7:30 a.m. come to the Edgewater Grill at Seaport Village to talk Star Wars with friends! It’s walking distance from the convention center, and prizes will be given away from sponsors Hallmark, Diamond Select Toys, Random House Audio, and more! There is no cost to attend, just pay for what you order for breakfast! To attend, just RSVP by July 10th to fanbreakfast@swactionnews.com with how many people are in your party and we hope to see you in San Diego!

Download the Regular Version or Enhanced Version* (See SWActionNews.com for an important message regarding the enhanced podcast.)

Posted on June 11, 2013

Mintinbox Star Wars Celebration Europe II Exclusive

Via MintInBox.net:

There a lot of new exclusive Star Wars Celebration Europe II announcements last few days. It is time for Mintinbox.net to present our exclusive Boutny Hunter Card Set which will be distributed for free on our booth at Celebration Europe II. These 6 artworks drawn by our staff member Sebastien Lasnon aka Kosept and will be distributed along the three days of the show.

Each artwork is limited to 1000 copies and will be distributed at our booth in hall 5 of Messe Essen.

Posted on June 11, 2013

BBTS NEWS!

Bigbadtoystore.com reports in:.

Here is a quick update on more new preorders just listed at www.bigbadtoystore.com like the 2013 SDCC Diamond Select Products - The R2-B1 Figure Bank is up for $22.99

Posted on June 11, 2013

Spotlight on the Celebration Europe Artists: Joe Corroney

Today we are happy to debut a new mini feature at Yodasnews where we take a closer look at the Artists for the Celebration Europe II Art Show. In our first installment we bring you The Slave Princess from Joe Corroney. Joe was kind enough to also send us the latest version of his print which is more complete than the one on the CEII Art Show site that you are seeing for the first time right here at Yodasnews.com.

You can pre-order the print at this link for € 40.00. It measure 18" x 24 " and is limited to just 250 prints. Click below to see a larger image and check back as we feature more great artists like Chris Trevas and Brian Rood.

Posted on June 10, 2013

Ebay Spotlight #283: Darth Vader Limited Edition Watch

Check out this auction posted on ebay.com by hobbyhunters. Click here or the images below for all the info.

Posted on June 10, 2013

Greg Weisman Interview - Star Wars: Rebels

Via GirlsofGeek12 on YouTube.com:

 

Posted on June 10, 2013

May The Force Be With You Tee $10

Via Tshirtbordello.com:

Jedi mind meld or Vulcan mind trick? May the force be with you. Is that the same as saying "Good Luck" or is this some type of Jedi mind meld. Just in case you need a Jedi mind meld or Vulcan mind trick, this mashup tee has all the bases covered, click here or below to grab one for $10

You can also get a free shirt when you buy 3 by using code FREEBEE at checkout on all orders of $59 or more.

Posted on June 9, 2013

SSC: Clone Trooper Army Builders Coming - Enter to Win a Set!

Via Sideshow Collectibles.com:

The Pre-Order's begin on June 27th, but click here or below for a preview and enter for a chance to WIN a set of Deluxe Clones!

Posted on June 9, 2013

Star Wars Diamond Exclusives for SDCC

Via BleedingCool.com:

SDCC 2013 STAR WARS: DARK TIMES – THE SPARK REMAINS #1 EXCLUSIVE COVER - by Randy Stradley, Doug Wheatley, Dan Jackson & Benjamin Carre
Reunited with the ragtag crew of the Uhumele, Jedi Dass Jennir is surprised to find them plotting with another Jedi to take down the iron fist of the new Galactic Empire-Darth Vader himself! Having only just found love and a reason to live, Jennir is reluctant to join-but their plan may be too good to pass up . . .LIMITED TO 2500 COPIES!

SDCC 2013 STAR WARS: PREVIEWS EXCLUSIVE R2-B1 FIGURE BANK - The fan-favorite repair droid from Naboo is recreated as an equally helpful bank that stands ready to guard its user’s change! - LIMITED TO 1500 PIECES!

Posted on June 8, 2013

DIY Yoda Garden Gnome Project

Check out this awesome DIY Yoda Garden Gnome Project from our friends at Yakface.com! Click here or below for the step by step Jayson!

Posted on June 8, 2013

Rest In Peace, Little Princess Leah

Via May the Force be with the Princess LEAH on Facebook:

Dear friends of Leahs, I have some bad news to give to you. I'm sorry to say that Leah passed away in Mom & Dads arms this morning at 7am. Leah fought with all her might to over come all those infections but it was too much for her. She went peacefully and in no pain. Please give Zev & Frani some space as they deal with their & our loss.

Posted on June 7, 2013

Legoland to Unveil Life-Size X-Wing Next Week

Via Patch.com:

Star Wars fanatics and Lego enthusiasts will both have a reason to celebrate next week, when a life-size edition of an X-Wing starfighter –made entirely of the small plastic blocks – touches down at Legoland in Carlsbad on June 13.

Legoland spokesperson Julie Estrada told U-T San Diego that model arrived at the park on Tuesday in six freight trucks, adding that it would take up to five days for Legoland's model builders to reassemble the aircraft.

The model will be on display as part of the park's Star Wars miniland model display. After its unveiling, the X-Wing will remain at Legoland through the end of the year.

If you missed it a few weeks ago, you can click here or below for our Behind the Scenes Look at the World's Largest LEGO and video with the master builder Erik Varszegi

Posted on June 7, 2013

"Magnitude" An Admiral Ackbar Mini Bust - SDCC 2013 Exclusive

Via Gentle Giant LTD:

2013 SDCC Exclusive - “Magnitude” an Admiral Ackbar mini bust, is based on the artwork by Steven Daily. This mini bust stands at 8” tall and comes in a screen printed wooden box with a 4 x 6 limited edition lithograph print by Acme Archives. Limited edition of 500 pieces. Each comes with a hand-numbered certificate of authenticity and bottom stamp.

Click here to PRE-ORDER right now or check out all the images!

Posted on June 6, 2013

The Bounty Hunter Code: From the Files of Boba Fett

Via IdleHands:

Deep in the darkest corners of BookExpo America...far from the steely gaze of your average geek on the hunt, there sat a little black book...plain..unassuming..thin. It was the word Bounty Hunter that caught my eye, and now I'm glad it did! You see, last year at BEA, there was a big display for these super deluxe orgazmo edition books with sounds and lights and enough zazz to fill your zazz jar for 15 years. The Book of Sith slid open like some deflowered ancient Egyptian tomb while the Star Trek Federation book..well...it promised to sound like Sulu when it was all said and done. This year...little, black, almost invisible sampler books. Go figure. Quick note...the best part of this package? The section on "How to Hotwire a Landspeeder". Pure Gold.

You can pre-order it now at Amazon.com for 40% Off

Posted on June 6, 2013

BBTS NEWS!

Bigbadtoystore.com reports in:.

NEW PRE-ORDERS

STAR WARS BLACK FIGURES - 3.75", 6" - Hasbro's new line of well-articulated Star Wars figures is up for pre-order. The 3.75" Series 01 includes characters like Darth Vader, Luke, Biggs, Biker Scout and more, and they are listed at $114.99 for the Case of 12, $89.99 for the Set of 8 and $9.99 for the singles that are listed. We also have the first wave of 6" figures up, with the Set of Darth Maul, Luke Skywalker, R2-D2 and Sandtrooper at $83.99 or $22.99 individually.

STAR WARS 2013 SAGA LEGENDS SERIES 01 - CASE, SET, SINGLES The Saga Legends line is back - the first assortment includes figures like Obi-Wan Kenobi, Anakin Skywalker, Clone Shock Trooper, Yoda, Mace Windu and more. We have the Case of 12 at $74.99, with the Set of 8 at $59.99 and some of the singles from the wave available at $6.99 each.

STAR WARS MISSION TWO-PACKS SERIES 01 - SET, SINGLES The first assortment in the Mission Two-Pack line includes Anakin with 501st Clone Trooper, Clone Trooper with 212th Battle Droid, Darth Vader with Seeker Droid and Jango Fett with Battle Droid. They are available as a Set of four at $39.99, or singly at $11.99 each.

STAR WARS ANAKIN TO DARTH VADER FIGURE - This new 12" figure is designed based on Anakin's look in Episode III, and comes with a helmet and other parts to turn him into Darth Vader. He even has sounds effects and a lightsaber that changes from blue to red, and he is listed at $29.99.

STAR WARS 12" FIGURE SERIES 01 REVISION 04 - SET, SINGLES These 12" figures of Obi-Wan and Darth Vader are each done in their looks from Episode III, and are priced at $10.99 each, or at $19.99 for the set.

Posted on June 6, 2013

Complete Saga on Blu-ray 50% Off with Free Shipping!

UPDATE - It's back to $99.99 now

Thanks to the YakFace Twitter Feed for the news about the Complete Saga on Blu-ray listed as 50% Off on Amazon.com

Click here or below to grab it for $70 off and Free Shipping!

Posted on June 5, 2013

Star Wars The Black Series 3 3/4 Carded - Direct Links

In case you missed them on June 3rd or you are not a Facebook user, below are direct links to the High Resolution images we posted on Monday, following our first post on Facebook.

You can't believe everything you read on the internet these days kids, Yodasnews had these images a full day before some of the other "fan sites", that clamed to have them first, but we realize some of our readers who don't use Facebook may not have seen the links so we are posting again fully social network free!

We would like to thank all our readers who wrote to let us know and also our friends with integrity at Yakface, JediNews, MintinBox, Imperial Holocron and Sandtroopers for the news posts!

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Darth Vader

Luke Skywalker

Padme Amidala

Biggs Darklighter

Posted on June 5, 2013

Star Wars Insider Teams Up With Topps - Exclusive Reveal!

Star Wars Insider is teaming up with Topps to offer readers 4 exclusive trading cards from the new Star Wars Jedi Legacy series. SWI #142, on-sale June 11, will be bagged and interleaved with two cards each - so, two editions to collect!

Yodasnews was very happy to be selected, as one of only four Star Wars fansites, to reveal one of the Topps cards as a site exclusive. You'll only see "Challenge Of A Fallen Jedi" at Yodasnews!

You can click here to buy the issue, you can choose either the issue with the Luke and Anakin Skywalker cards, or the one with the Darth Vader cards. Please note that all subscribers will receive the Skywalker set.

Click below to see "Challenge Of A Fallen Jedi" in high resolution.

Posted on June 4, 2013

Star Wars The Black Series 3 3/4 Carded

Check out Luke, Vader, Padme and Biggs from Star Wars The Black Series 3 3/4 Carded in High Resolution below (via our Facebook Page)

Posted on June 3, 2013

Ebay Spotlight #282: CUSTOM DARTH VADER RING

Check out this auction posted on ebay.com by mybigring2 starting at only $9

Click here or the images below for all the info.

Posted on June 3, 2013

LEGO Star Wars Geonosian Cannon Set 9491 Review

 

 

Posted on June 3, 2013

K & C Collectibles News!

K & C Collectibles has added a new Jumbo Kenner Action Figure and Gentle Giant Mini Bust. We also added the below Star Wars Collectibles to our site.

Follow us on Facebook/kandccollectibles.

Jumbo Kenner Death Star Droid Action Figure

Sebulba and Anakin Skywalker Mini-Bust 2-Pack

Geonosis Arena Showdown Set of 6

Angry Birds Star Wars AT-AT Attack Battle Game

TIE Fighter includes TIE Pilot Figure

Legacy Collection Battle Packs: Legacy Collection Exclusive Clone Trooper Squad, The Force Unleashed Commemorative Set, Legends of the Saga Gift Pack, Jedi Training on Dagobah
Jedi vs Darth Sidious, Force Unleashed Figure Pack 2 of 2, Force Unleashed Figure Pack 1 of 2
Tatooine Desert Ambush, Birth of Darth Vader, Kamino Conflict, Battle for Endor, Resurgence of the Jedi, Duel on Mustafar, Joker Squad Action Figure Pack, Crimson Empire - Set of 6 Action Figures, Training on the Falcon, Obi-Wan and 212th Attack Battalion Troopers, Shield Generator Assault, Hoth Recon Patrol, Hoth Speeder Bike Patrol - Battle Pack

Unleashed Battle Packs: Theed Battle Heroes - Unleashed Battle Pack, Clone Troopers - Unleashed Battle Pack, Clone Pilots & AT-TE Gunners - Unleashed Battle Pack, Jedi Heroes - Unleashed Battle Pack, Battle of Mon Calamari - Unleashed Battle Pack, Jedi vs. Sith - Unleashed Battle Pack

Evolution 3-Packs Action Figures: Rebel Pilot Legacy - Series III - Final Wave, Imperial Pilot Legacy Series II - Final Wave, Clone Commandos - Final Wave, Rebel Pilot Legacy - Series II
Rebel Pilot Legacy, The Padme Amidala Legacy, Imperial Pilot Legacy

Evolution 30th Anniversary 3-Packs Action Figures: The Sith Legacy, The Jedi Legacy, The Fett Legacy, Vaders Secret Apprentice, Anakin Skywalker to Darth Vader, The Sith, Clone Trooper to Stormtrooper

Posted on June 3, 2013

Recreate classic scenes at the Ewok Village!

Travel to Endor™ and visit the treetop home of the Ewoks. Just like in Star Wars™: Episode VI Return of the Jedi, this recreation of the Ewoks’ forest dwelling is packed with cool functions, including the tree-trunk hideout, secret Lightsaber stash, spider web, net traps, slide, catapults and an elevating throne. Use the rammer function to take out the Scout Trooper’s speeder - just like in the movie! Realistic details include rope walkways, vine and leaf elements, kitchen, food storage area, bedroom and a planning room. The Ewok Village set is the perfect addition to your LEGO® Star Wars collection. Includes R2-D2™and 16 minifigures with weapons: Luke Skywalker™, Princess Leia™, Han Solo™, Chewbacca™, C-3PO™, 2 Rebel soldiers, 5 Ewoks™ (including Wicket™, Teebo™, Chief Chirpa™ and Logray™), 2 Scout Troopers and 2 Stormtroopers™

• Includes 6 minifigures: female train engineer, male train steward, 2 female passengers and 2 male passengers
• Includes R2-D2™ and 16 minifigures: Luke Skywalker™, Princess Leia™, Han Solo™, Chewbacca™, C-3PO™, 2 Rebel soldiers, 5 Ewoks™, 2 Scout™ Troopers™ and 2 Stormtroopers™
• Features tree-trunk hideout and secret Lightsaber stash, spider web and net traps, slide, catapults, elevating throne, speeder rammer function, kitchen, food storage area, bedroom and a planning room. Speeder also included.
• Weapons include a Lightsaber, 3 blaster pistols, 2 blasters, 2 blaster rifles, 2 spears, bow and a crossbow and also includes 2 staffs
• Collect hard-to-find Endor Princess Leia, C-3PO, Luke, Han Solo and Wicket Ewok minifigures
• Measures over 1" (35cm) high, 21" (55cm) wide and 13" (35cm) deep

Check out a behind the scenes look and a review from the LEGO Design team below:


Posted on June 2, 2013

LEGO Ewok Village Image Gallery!

We uploaded the gallery of images LEGO sent us of the Ewok Village to our Facebook page, click below to check them out!

Posted on June 2, 2013

Razor's Edge News!

Razorsedgecollectibles.net reports in:

Latest Pre-Orders:

Hasbro Star Wars 2013 Black Series 3.75 Inch Wave1 - Hasbro Case Assortment #A5077-X50000. This Case Contains 12 Figure - $114.99

Hasbro Star Wars 2013 Black Series 6 Inch Wave 1 Case - Hasbro Case Assortment #A4301-X50950. This Case Contains 4 Figures. - $79.99

Sideshow Star Wars Darth Vader Deluxe 1/6 Scale Figure - Sideshow celebrates the 30th anniversary of Star Wars Episode VI: Return of the Jedi with the new Darth Vader Deluxe Sixth Scale Figure. Recreate every memorable scene with this essential Vader figure, featuring a fully articulated body, faithfully reproduced costume, and detailed helmet, mask, and portrait options. To complete your display, we've included an impressive Imperial-themed light up figure stand and a meditation chamber stand for Vader's helmet and mask. - $239.99

Gentle Giant Star Wars Zuckuss 12 Inch Jumbo Figure - Referred to as “the Uncanny One” by other bounty hunters, Zuckuss is one of the top bounty hunters hired to track down the Millennium Falcon after the Battle of Hoth. This ammonia-breathing findsman is especially dangerous because of a well-kept secret - his affinity with the Force! - $69.99

Latest In Stock, Ready to Ship:

Gentle Giant Star Wars Walrus Man 12 Inch Jumbo Figure - $71.99

Gentle Giant Star Wars Gamorrean Guard Jumbo 12 Inch Figure - $74.99

Gentle Giant Star Wars Han Solo Bespin Mini Bust Exclusive - $149.99

Kotobukiya Star Wars R2-D2 DX Silicone Tray - $14.99

Diamond Select Toys Star Wars 1/4 Scale Jawa Vinyl Statue Bank - $19.99

And much more...check out Razorsedgecollectibles.net for all the latest in stock and pre-order collectibles and toys!

Posted on June 1, 2013

DIY High-Powered Saber?

Via our Force United partners at JediNews.co.uk:

 

Posted on June 1, 2013

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Find some great Halloween Costumes ideas with these Star Wars Costumes.  

 

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