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October 2007

Saber-Stand.com Newsletter!

Posted by Pete | October 30, 2007 at 09:10 PM ET |

     Toys R Us has the Force FX lightsabers on sale this week so after you head out to the store do not forget to visit Saber-Stand.com to order the ultimate display system for your new lightsaber. Don't forget that they always have incentives that can even help you score a stand for free! CLick below and get yours now!

Saber-Stand.com

Hasbro Q&A Roundup - Oct. 26, 2007

Posted by Pete | October 28, 2007 at 08:31 PM ET |

     The latest edition of the Hasbro Q & A Roundup is live over in the War Room. Head on over to read all the questions and their answers that were given on October 26 from around the web.

TAC Collector Coin Visual Guide

Posted by Chuck | October 27, 2007 at 11:45 PM ET |

    As promised, we have one more TAC update for you. Something a little different, but sure to help you browse through the dozens of coins in the TAC universe: a thumbnail Visual Guide to 30th Anniversary Collector Coins. If you've been on the fence on whether or not to collect the latest round of Star Wars coins, then this visual treat might just dazzle you enough to push you over the edge!

TAC Collector Coins Visual Guide

Visual Guide Update - TAC Concept Snowtrooper

Posted by Pete | October 27, 2007 at 11:00 PM ET |

     We'll wrap up the TAC mini-marathon (and wave 6) with one of THE coolest figures to date! The latest McQuarrie Concept figure, a very very cool Snowtrooper. Now that we are more than half way through the 30th Anniversary Collection, I think everyone can safely agree this is the best collection Hasbro has put together to-date! Don't go away though, we have one more small addition to JTA, so be sure to check back later...

Visual Guide Update - TAC 4-LOM

Posted by Pete | October 27, 2007 at 09:00 PM ET |

     A programming glitch changes 4-LOM from a protocol droid to a thief and a tracker of fugitives. Jabba the Hutt teams him with the bounty hunter Zuckuss, creating a formidable duo that successfully combines intuitive mysticism with emotionless logic.

Brian's Toys Newsletter #434

Posted by Chuck | October 27, 2007 at 08:00 PM ET |

     We've just received in stock the very cool Obi-Wan Kenobi vs. Anakin Skywalker Diorama from Sideshow Collectibles! This diorama features the electrifying battle on Mustafaar.  The ARC-170 Elite Squad battle pack is also new and includes two clone pilots, two clone troopers, and a droid from the Clone Wars.  For G.I. Joe, we are now taking pre-orders on sets of Wave 4 and Wave 5!  For more of our great selection, head on over to www.brianstoys.com and check out our latest newsletter!

Brian's Toys

Visual Guide Update - TAC General McQuarrie

Posted by Pete | October 27, 2007 at 07:00 PM ET |

     The TAC mini-marathon continues... Hailing from the prosperous planet of Ralltiir, General Pharl McQuarrie watches as his world is crushed in the iron-fisted grasp of the Empire. He joins the Rebel Alliance and helps establish the Rebels' new base on Hoth, working closely with his friend Jeroen Webb.

Big Bad Toy Store Newsletter

Posted by Chuck | October 27, 2007 at 06:39 PM ET |

    Hi - Here is a quick update from http://www.bigbadtoystore.com about another big batch of new arrivals and more exciting new preorders! Check out the full newsletter right here!

Visual Guide Update - TAC Lando Calrissian (Smuggler)

Posted by Pete | October 27, 2007 at 05:00 PM ET |

     once again at the helm of the Millennium Falcon, but it is a bitter reunion: he is fleeing Bespin after thwarting Darth Vader from capturing Luke Skywalker. Lando and Chewbacca blast into space on a desperate mission to rescue Han from his carbonite prison..

Visual Guide Update - TAC Han Solo with Torture Rack

Posted by Chuck | October 27, 2007 at 03:00 PM ET |

     As promised, we'll now start kicking off wave 6! We'll start with a very tortured Han Solo, and one of the coolest accessories ever packed with a lowely basic figure, a full sized torture rack! Ouch! This accessory is so big, it gets its own guide!

   

Visual Guide Update - TAC C-3PO & Salacious Crumb

Posted by Chuck | October 27, 2007 at 01:00 PM ET |

     Next up for the 30th Anniversary Collection mini-marathon is a cool little 2-pack featuring a beat-up C-3PO, and that pesky little monkey-thing, Salacious Crumb! This rounds out wave 5. Stick around, because we will be bringing you all of wave 6 coming up next!

   

Republic Commando: Execute Order 66

Posted by Chuck | October 27, 2007 at 12:00 PM ET |

    If you are a fan of collecting the Star Wars hardback books like I am, you will be thrilled to learn that the final Republic Commando novel coming out will indeed be a hardback edition! Republic Commando: Execute Order 66 is due out in August 2008! Not too many details available yet, but you can read about it at StarWars.com.

Visual Guide Update - TAC Hermie Odle

Posted by Chuck | October 27, 2007 at 11:00 AM ET |

     Today we thought we would round out waves 5 and 6 with a little TAC mini-marathon. Check back throughout the day for plenty of 30th Anniversary Collection updates! We'll kick things off with one enormous basic figure: Hermi Odle...

   

Hasbro's Questions & Answers #42

Posted by Chuck | October 26, 2007 at 07:11 PM ET |

    The latest Hasbro Q&A is now live! Check out the latest round of questions, including one that even stumped the Hasbro team...

Visual Guide Update - TAC Wave 5 (Clone Wars)

Posted by Pete | October 26, 2007 at 03:16 PM ET |

     The Clone Wars...curiosity of what they were was forever etched in the minds in May of 1977 for millions of us and now that we know part of the story Hasbro has created some of the most iconic characters. Check out the 30th Anniversary Visual Guide for the non-animated versions of Nevlan Anakin, Yoda and his Kybuck and Roron Corobb!





Sideshow - 12'' Padme Amidala (Ilum Mission) Update

Posted by Chuck | October 25, 2007 at 05:24 PM ET |

    Sideshow Collectibles has some very welcome production updates to the upcoming Ilum Padme figure. Stop by and check out the improvements, and make sure to hit that wait list if you didn't order this the first time around!

Visual Guide Update - TAC Wave 5 (Expanded Universe)

Posted by Pete | October 24, 2007 at 10:22 PM ET |

     Expanded Universe...and plenty of it can be found in Wave 5 of the 30th Anniversary Collection. Check out some of the awesome characters from Star Wars video games and comic books...not to mention the mind of Ralph McQuarrie by clicking below!

 
 
 
 
 

Visual Guide Update - More Saga Legends

Posted by Chuck | October 23, 2007 at 06:51 PM ET |

     The Legends section of the 30th Anniversary Visual Guide gets another update tonight, featuring the only EU Legends figure to make the cut, the Darktrooper. Not only is this the only EU figure currently in the Legends collection, it also sports a nifty gold coin to celebrate the fact that this was the number 1 fan's choice figure!

   

   

Visual Guide Update - Saga Legends

Posted by Pete | October 22, 2007 at 10:10 PM ET |

     The Saga Legends Visual Guide gets another boost with the addition of a pair of Imperial Officers, R4-I9 and RA-7. Click below for the larger views!.

 
 

Urban-Collector News

Posted by Pete | October 21, 2007 at 06:38 PM ET |

     This week Urban-Collector has added the newest pre-orders from Gentle Giant to our site! Star Wars and Lord of the Rings fans definitely have something to be excited about with these cool new additions. Visit Urban-Collector to check all our collectibles and Click here to read the entire newsletter.

Urban Collector

Star Wars Experience - F.A.C.T.S. Wrap-up!

Posted by Joris | October 21, 2007 at 12:53 PM ET |

     Last weekend the folks in Ghent Belgium celebrated the 30th Anniversary of the OT in their own way as part of their annual F.A.C.T.S. convention...this time the convention floor grew to new record levels and a great time was had by all! Check out our 2007 F.A.C.T.S coverage in our Star Wars Experience section to get in on the fun that was had!

Kotobukiya Spotlight: Obi-Wan Kenobi (Episode III)

Posted by Chuck | October 21, 2007 at 11:59 AM ET |

     The latest in our Kotobukiya spotlight series features a ROTS version of Obi-Wan Kenobi as he prepares to do battle with General Grievous. This statue can also be combined with a very cool General Grievous to form a mini diorama. Look for the General in our next spotlight...

Brian's Toys Newsletter #433

Posted by Chuck | October 20, 2007 at 11:37 PM ET |

     This week we've received lots of awesome Star Wars items and some of our hottest selling items are back in stock!  New items we have a Holiday Boba Fett Table Piece with a Han Carbonite giftwrapped for Jabba the Hutt!  Also there is the AT-RT Assault Squad Battle Pack and new Mr. Potato Heads including Yam Solo, Princess Tater, and Luke Frywalker.  Back in stock we have Interactive R2-D2 and 30th Anniverrsary Exclusive Luke Skywalker McQuarrie.  For more great items, stop by www.brianstoys.com for all the latest Star Wars, Transformers, and G.I. Joe collectibles!

Brian's Toys

Hasbro's Guidelines on Submitting New Ideas

Posted by Chuck | October 19, 2007 at 09:01 PM ET |

    Got an idea for Hasbro? Unfortunately, it is not as easy as just saying "hey, why don't you do this?" Hasbro wanted us to pass on information about their ideas process to our readers. Read Hasbro's New Product Ideas guidelines right here.

Visual Guide Update - TAC V-Wing Fighter

Posted by Chuck | October 19, 2007 at 08:18 PM ET |

     The V-Wing fighter gives clone troopers a nimble, responsive craft that can keep up with the agile Jedi starfighters and hold its own in a dogfight against droid fighters. The wings open in a 'v' shape that enhances maneuverability and speed. Two pairs of cannons put ample firepower at the fingertips of the pilot. V-Wing fighters escort Palpatine's ship during the Emperor's solemn journey to retrieve Darth Vader, who was critically wounded after his shattering battle with Obi-Wan Kenobi on Mustafar...



   

Sideshow Collectibles - Duel With Dooku Diorama Pre-order

Posted by Chuck | October 19, 2007 at 07:35 AM ET |

    Can't get enough of Dooku this week? Well, it's time to pre-order the very cool Yoda vs. Dooku diorama at Sideshow Collectibles...

Visual Guide Update - Saga Legends Tan Battle Droids

Posted by Pete | October 18, 2007 at 10:12 PM ET |

     The Battle Droids from the Saga Legends area of the TAC Visual Guides are now complete with the addition of the shot and slashed tan Battle Droids...click below for the bigger view.

 

Visual Guide Update - Celebration Europe Coin

Posted by Pete | October 18, 2007 at 10:09 PM ET |

     A quick update to the 30th Anniversary Visual Guide brings you the last of the exclusive coins of the year....the Celebration Europe give-away!


Gentle Giant Count Dooku/Asajj Ventress Statue Images

Posted by Chuck | October 18, 2007 at 04:46 PM ET |

     It looks like we are not finished with Gentle Giant today! Check out the lastest announcement in their statue line, a very cool double statue of Count Dooku and Asajj!

     

Gentle Giant Aayla Secura and Shaak Ti Mini-Bust Images

Posted by Chuck | October 18, 2007 at 04:30 PM ET |

     The latest buzz around the net these past few days has been the arrival of two highly desired Gentle Giant Prequel Mini-busts: Female Jedi's Shaak Ti and Aayla Secura. These are now confirmed, have some nice Jedi poses, and you can see them in hi-res right here!

     

Big Bad Toys Store Newsletter

Posted by Pete | October 18, 2007 at 08:26 AM ET |

     The latest Big Bad Toy Store newsletter is out and you'll want to check out the new Gentle Giant pre-orders for the Emperor maquette, Aayla Secura & Shaak Ti mini-busts and the Dooku & Asajj statue! There is a huge new selection that you can read about by clicking right here

Big Bad Toy Store

Visual Guide Update - Elite TIE Interceptor

Posted by Pete | October 17, 2007 at 10:39 PM ET |

     The 30th Anniversary Visual Guide is updated with the way cool Elite TIE Interceptor and the 181st Squad TIE Pilot! Click below to check it out.


 

Saber-Stand.com Newsletter!

Posted by Pete | October 17, 2007 at 10:38 PM ET |

     Saber-Stand.com wants to remind you that the coolest way to display your FX lightsabers is with the sleek, compact Saber Stand. Not only does it make your display look sharp but they help prevent "saber warp" that can happen when gravity pulls down on your saber when displayed in the vertical position. Head on over to Saber-Stand.com and order one for each of your FX lightsabers today!

Saber-Stand.com

Star Wars Live-Action Series Rumors and Tidbits

Posted by Chuck | October 17, 2007 at 12:21 PM ET |

     Looking for any tidbit about the Star Wars live-action series? Hop over to IGN to check out the latest rumors...

Visual Guide Update - TAC Concept Grievous

Posted by Chuck | October 16, 2007 at 07:00 PM ET |

     The StarWarsShop.com exclusive Concept Grievous is todays update. Check out the 30th Anniversary Visual Guide for all your favorite TAC figures and coins, and stop by SWS.com to get this cool concept figure!

   

Hasbro Q&A Roundup - Oct. 12, 2007

Posted by Pete | October 14, 2007 at 09:39 PM ET |

     The latest edition of the Hasbro Q & A Roundup is live over in the War Room. Head on over to read all the questions and their answers that were given on October 12 from around the web.

Brian's Toys Newsletter #432

Posted by Chuck | October 14, 2007 at 08:08 PM ET |

    This week at Brian's Toys there's a little bit of everything to offer, from the latest 30th Anniversary items, to some nice vintage items. You can also find plenty of high-end goodies from Gentle Giant and Master Replicas. Check out the full newsletter at Brianstoys.com!

Brian's Toys

KSWCC Annual Fall Festival

Posted by Chuck | October 13, 2007 at 11:46 PM ET |

    It's that time again! On Saturday, October 20th, the Kentucky Star Wars Collectors Club (KSWCC) will celebrate Star Wars with our annual Fall Festival! Are you in the area and want to know more? Just click here for all the details!

Big Bad Toy Store Newsletter

Posted by Chuck | October 12, 2007 at 09:57 PM ET |

    Hi - Here is another big update from http://www.bigbadtoystore.com about more exciting new preorders and a ton of new arrivals from the last week or so. Check out the full newsletter right here!

Mighty Muggs Future in Doubt

Posted by Pete | October 12, 2007 at 08:03 PM ET |

     Looks like there may be some bad news for the folks who were waiting for the Mighty Muggs. Click here to read about the possible future of this new line and the updated info (good news).

Hasbro's Questions & Answers #41

Posted by Chuck | October 12, 2007 at 06:57 PM ET |

    It is time for another round of Q&A with the Hasbro team! Stop by and check out all our latest questions...

Sideshow Collectibles - Duel With Dooku Diorama

Posted by Chuck | October 11, 2007 at 10:30 PM ET |

    Take a sneak peak at the next Sideshow Collectibles diorama: Duel With Dooku. This AOTC diorama looks to be highly detailed and a nice addition to the expanding diorma line. Click below for a sneak peak!

Entertainment Earth Darth Stewie Character Key

Posted by Chuck | October 11, 2007 at 03:19 PM ET |

     Fans of the Acme Character Keys will sure like this unique, off-beat Key. Darth Stewie emerges as the Dark Lord of the Sith in the Family Guy episode "Blue Harvest" in this Entertainment Earth exclusive due out in December. You can pre-order it right here!

Visual Guide Update - TAC Comic Pack #6

Posted by Chuck | October 11, 2007 at 02:43 PM ET |

     It's time to catch up our Comic 2-Pack section in the 30th Anniversary Visual Guide, this time featuring the comic likeness of Luke Skywalker & R2-D2 from Marvel's Star Wars #4...



   

Life-size Gentle Giant Animated Leia at EE

Posted by Chuck | October 10, 2007 at 07:25 PM ET |

     It's time to place that order for the life-size Animated Princess Leia! Entertainment Earth has this ready for pre-order for those that absolutely must have this in 1:1 scale...you know who you are... What's next, a life size Slave Leia?

Saber-Stand Update

Posted by Chuck | October 10, 2007 at 07:16 PM ET |

     Stop by Saber-Stand's Web site to see how they can help you properly preserve your Master Replicas Force FX Lightsabers! And, once you are ready to buy, be sure to take advantage of their "buy 4 get one free" offer! That will save you 20%, and the way 2008 is shaping up, you are going to need the extra cash!

Darth Bane: Rule of Two Novel Coming Soon

Posted by Chuck | October 10, 2007 at 06:57 PM ET |

     Ready to find out what happened after Darth Bane: Path of Destruction? StarWars.com has the lowdown on the sequel, Darth Bane: Rule of Two...

The Force Unleasehed Miniatures Poster

Posted by Pete | October 09, 2007 at 09:49 PM ET |

     Check out the poster of the full line of the up and coming The Force Unleashed Star Wars Miniatures! Click below for a look at the poster, and then head over to the forums to talk all about it! Special thanks to War Room forum member jedi_master_sal for the image!

Force Unleashed Miniatures

Syracuse Heroes Expo

Posted by Chuck | October 09, 2007 at 07:21 PM ET |

     Heads up New Yorkers! JTA reader Justin wanted us to spread the word...

Finally, Finally, Finally ... something in Central NY!!! For those of you in NY, there is a great convention (especially for those who can't travel to SDCC, Celebrations, etc.) in its second year and only looks to grow...

All the details here!

Visual Guide Update - TAC Comic Pack #10

Posted by Chuck | October 09, 2007 at 07:01 PM ET |

     Five years have passed since the Battle of Endor. Luke Skywalker is the first Jedi in the fledgling Republic, but the dark legacy of Emperor Palpatine still threatens him. The smuggler Mara Jade has long wanted to find Luke and kill him because of his role in the death of her former master, the Emperor. Her chance to strike arrives at last, but events cause her to join forces with him to escape Imperial forces....



   

Master Replicas 501st Legion LE Helmet

Posted by Chuck | October 08, 2007 at 08:08 PM ET |

    Master Replicas has another highly anticipated helmet lined up for pre-order this week! Check out the 501st helmet, complete with wear and tear! Click here to read all about this latest release, and how you can order one!

Urban-Collector Newsletter

Posted by Chuck | October 08, 2007 at 07:08 AM ET |

    Visit Urban-Collector this week to see our expanded line of Star Wars Halloween costumes.  From Adults, kids and newborn costumes –  to Helmets and Lightsaber replicas – Urban-Collector has your Halloween covered. Read our entire newsletter here!

Brian's Toys Newsletter #431

Posted by Chuck | October 07, 2007 at 03:00 PM ET |

    This week at Brian's Toys we have plenty of 30th Anniversary Wave 5 and Wave 6 in stock!  We also have a Clones & Commanders Gift Pack available, a great gift for the holidays!  35% Off on our entire Simpsons inventory!  We also have a new promotion, spend over $60 of in-stock merchandise and receive a free item of your choice!  More details at brianstoys.com.

Brian's Toys

Saga Legends Case Breakdown

Posted by Chuck | October 06, 2007 at 11:16 PM ET |

     Entertainment Earth has a nice breakdown chart to help hunters identify which figures from the Saga Legends line are with each wave. This chart also helps break down the different Saga Legends variations. Thanks to Greg from KSWCC for the tip!

Kotobukiya Spotlight: Royal Guard

Posted by Chuck | October 06, 2007 at 07:51 PM ET |

     Kotobukiya has another hit on their hands with the upcoming release of the vivid Royal Guard. Brightly colored and ready for action, the Royal Guard checks in as our latest entry in the Kotobukiya spotlight photo gallery!

Boba Fett Character Key at the Star Wars Shop!

Posted by Pete | October 06, 2007 at 09:12 AM ET |

     It is time to head on over to the Star Wars Shop and order yourself one of the, if not the, coolest Acme Character Key to date...the SWS Exclusive Boba Fett Animation Character Key! Go and order now, limited to only 1,000 this is sure to sell out fast!

Boba Fett Animation Character Key

Visual Guide Update - TAC Comic Pack #9

Posted by Chuck | October 06, 2007 at 08:53 AM ET |

     The Infinities series explores tantalizing "what if" stories about what might have happened to Star Wars characters if events had happened differently. In this tale, Princess Leia fulfills Luke Skywalker's dying words, "Find master Yoda... Train as a Jedi... Go to Dagobah." On the jungle world of Dagobah, Leia is shocked to learn her father is the evil Darth Vader. Under the tutelage, Leia becomes a skilled Jedi but faces a final trial: battle her father in a lightsabaer duel and resist his attempts to turn her to the dark side...



   

Big Bad Toy Store Newsletter

Posted by Pete | October 05, 2007 at 08:39 PM ET |

     The latest newsletter from the Big Bad Toy Store is packed with awesome arrivals like the Republic Commando multi-pack and new Titaniums. Don't forget to check out hot pre-orders like 2008 figures, MR Scaled Helmets Comic Packs Wave 6 and more! Click here to read the entire news letter!

Big Bad Toy Store

Visual Guide Update - Saga Legends

Posted by Pete | October 04, 2007 at 10:37 PM ET |

     Another huge chunk of the Saga Legends figures are added to the TAC Visual Guide tonight...but enough reading...click below to check them out!


 
 
 
 

Saber-Stand.com Newsletter!

Posted by Pete | October 04, 2007 at 10:35 PM ET |

     With the news that Master Replicas is running out of Force FX lightsabers I am sure that you bought a few before they disappear. Now that you have ordered your lightsaber, don't forget to head over to Saber-Stand.com to buy the best FX lightsaber stand out there! Head over to treat your collection right, and learn how you can get one for free!

Saber-Stand.com

Visual Guide Update - TAC Imperial Stormtrooper

Posted by Chuck | October 03, 2007 at 04:59 PM ET |

     Rounding out all of the TAC figures through wave 4 is the Imperial Stormtrooper. The Empire's elite shock troops, stormtroopers are unswervingly loyal to the Empire and serve without fear or hesitation. Their indoctrination and training are key to upholding the Emperor's bidding and maintaining his control of the galaxy.

   

Celebration Europe R2-D2 & C-3PO at the SWS!

Posted by Pete | October 02, 2007 at 09:06 PM ET |

     For all of you who could not get to Celebration Europe now is the time to head over to the Star Wars Shop and order your CE Exclusive McQuarrie Concept R2-D2 & C-3PO Figures! Don't forget, this comes packed with the Celebration Europe version of the coin...so act now before they're all gone!

Celebration Europe Exclusive McQuarrie Concept R2-D2 & C-3PO Action Figures

Master Replicas Star Wars News

Posted by Pete | October 02, 2007 at 08:58 PM ET |

     As Master Replicas time at selling your favorite Star Wars replicas draws to a close they would like to share their thanks to all the fans that have enjoyed their product over the years. They also would like to give everyone an update on selling, shipping and availability of the remaining Star Wars product. Click here to read the entire letter or head on over to Master Replicas and click on their "Loyal Master Replicas Collectors" link to read the story and find the link to their final inventory list. Don't forget to make your purchases now before the product is sold out forever!

Master Replicas

Visual Guide Update - TAC Ultimate Galactic Hunt

Posted by Pete | October 01, 2007 at 08:54 AM ET |

     Today we round off this years UGH collection with the addition of the TAC Ultimate Galactic Hunt gold coins and their figures. Click below to check them out!

 
 
 
 
 
 

Urban Collector News

Posted by Pete | October 01, 2007 at 08:23 AM ET |

     Urban-Collector has the newest Master Replicas scaled Star Wars helmets available for Pre-Order including the 501st Legion Trooper Helmet, Clone Commander Gree Helmet and the Clone Trooper Helmet. They also be receiving the Dengar Bust this week! Click here to read about all their great new deals!

Urban Collector

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