November 2006
Posted by Pete | November 30, 2006 at 07:42 PM ET |
There are just over 3 weeks left until Christmas so now is the time to order those awesome
Saber-Stands for you and all your closest Star Wars buddies! Just head on over and start the stocking stuffing shopping spree! The best thing is if you buy 4 you get the 5th one free! Santa says you've been nice this year so head on over to
Saber-Stand.com and treat yourself to the coolest FX display stands on the market!
Posted by Chuck | November 30, 2006 at 07:19 PM ET |
Our
Galactic
Heroes Visual
Guide gets another update today, featuring another version of the Chewbacca
& C-3PO 2-pack, this time with cargo net and C-3PO with removable limbs. Take a closer
look below!
Posted by Pete | November 29, 2006 at 10:18 PM ET |
The Saber Vault send us a quick reminder that the newest Pirates of the Caribbean movie will be hitting DVD on December 5th. As a result, you can pick out the Davey Jones Key replica for $12 :) The key was to this movie as the cursed coin was to the first movie.
Also the Jack Sparrow Cutless LE in stock as well as one Flintlock LE left :) PLUS, I just got word that Jack Sparrow's ring is heading my way today, so these should be in stock by next week. Stop by
The Saber Vault and reserve you Pirates replicas now!
Posted by Chuck | November 29, 2006 at 08:09 PM ET |
Gragra
makes his way from Mos Espa to the
Saga Collection Visual Guide in tonights update. When
you are done checking her out, be sure to check out what Saga Collection figures
Alliance
Collectibles has to offer...
Posted by Pete | November 28, 2006 at 10:36 PM ET |
The TIE Bomber with new Battle Damage deco has been added to the
Titanium Visual Guide tonight...click below for that closer look that you are craving for!
Posted by Pete | November 28, 2006 at 10:32 PM ET |
R2D Toys has word on the Imperial Shuttle arrival and pre-orders for The Saga Collection wave 9! Not enough for you...head on over and pick up a Medicom Super Deformed TIE fighter pilot. To get all the details just
click here!
Posted by Chuck | November 27, 2006 at 08:50 PM ET |
Tonight
we round out the
Battle of Endor figures with the Rebel Trooper variation. Take a
look at the entire Endor wave over in the
Saga Collection Visual Guide, and stop by
Alliance
Collectibles for all the latest
Star Wars goodies...
Posted by Pete | November 26, 2006 at 05:00 PM ET |
Wanna see what is new on the
Galactic Heroes,
Titanium vehicles and
Titanium Die Cast figure rumor lists...click on the links to head on over to visit our pals at Rebelscum for the scoop!
Posted by Pete | November 26, 2006 at 04:53 PM ET |
R2D Toys has fresh stuff in stock including the Kotobukiya R2-D2 and C-3PO and the Medicom TIE Fighter Pilot! Also head over to pick up the last of the Comic Packs, pre-order an AT-AT for February, the Imperial Shuttle and past holiday figure exclusives!
Click here to read the entire news letter and see a nice list of stuff in stock from past years that you are sure to still need added to the collection!
Posted by Pete | November 24, 2006 at 11:10 PM ET |
The next in the Bespin wave of
Galactic Heroes is added tonight...click below for a closer look at an all new Darth Vader and Princess Leia in her Bespin gown.

Posted by Pete | November 24, 2006 at 12:00 PM ET |
Head on over tot he Sideshow Collectibles
Star Wars Home Page this Saturday, November 25th, for super Second Chance opportunities on a few
in stock Star Wars 12-inch figures! Visit their
Star Wars section beginning between 9-10 AM (Pacific Time) on that day to see what's in stock and ready to ship. They'll also be hosting a contest in which you could win a pair of popular Star Wars 12-inch figures!
Posted by Pete | November 24, 2006 at 09:50 AM ET |
Another Blister Black and White exclusive is on the way this time in the likeness of the Darth Vader maquette. It'll be another exclusive of just 500 world wide with 250 at the show and 250 to be sold in the US. Check it out
right here and thanks again to
Hyperspace Japan for the tip.
Posted by Pete | November 24, 2006 at 09:49 AM ET |
The next convention exclusive Kubrick has been announced and it is the Blackhole Stormtrooper. It'll be limited to just 2006 pieces. See it at
Bearbrick.com and the
Medicom websites. Thanks to
Hyperspace Japan for the head up.
Posted by Pete | November 23, 2006 at 01:06 PM ET |
We give you a nice Thanksgiving update today with the addition of the brand new Luke Skywalker in his Bespin gear and Lando Calrissian
Galactic Heroes Clicking below for a closer look and "Gobble Gobble"!

Posted by Pete | November 23, 2006 at 10:09 AM ET |
Time to head on over to Sideshow Collectibles to place your pre-order for the
Acme Archives Kit Fisto character key! This animated depiction of our favorite Nautolean Jedi is limited to just 1,250 so head over today and reserve yours!
Posted by Pete | November 23, 2006 at 09:59 AM ET |
Sideshow Collectibles has launched a brand new "points" program that rewards tier loyal customers...the best thing is that if you have purchased anything since May 2006 you already earned points!
Click here to see how the program works and get an early start holiday shopping!
Posted by Pete | November 22, 2006 at 08:53 PM ET |
The
Gentle Giant Blog squeezes in one more update with the images of the approved Princess Leia as Jabba's Slave Statue...let the images speak for themselves!
Posted by Pete | November 22, 2006 at 08:21 PM ET |
We are sure that everyone who visits us here also makes a frequent visit to Gus Lopez's Star Wars Collectors Archive to research all there is to know about Star Wars from one of the coolest collectors this side of The Maw. As TRU started to make a stink once again about the domain name that was being used (ToysRGus) it is now time to reset your browser to point to something that reflects what the web site is all about. Change your bookmarks to head over to
www.theswca.com so you always have easy access to Gus' great site!
Posted by Pete | November 22, 2006 at 08:14 PM ET |
Master Replicas
has a HUGE holiday sale going on now that includes deep discounts such as scaled lightsabers for less than $20, FX lightsabers for $89, and up to 50% off other items in categories like the LE line, Studio Scale Replicas and more!
The sale starts today and runs through December 8th but shop now...with prices like these you never know when the tings you want will become just a memory!
Posted by Chuck | November 22, 2006 at 07:26 PM ET |
Deck
the halls... or in the case of
Saber-Stand,
decorate the walls! That's right, it's almost Christmas season and that means you
are going to need a great gift for that
Star Wars lover that you know has more stuff than any one person actually
needs! The vertical Saber-Stand is the perfect gift for any owner of a force FX lightsaber,
and you can't go wrong with their buy-4-get-1-free deal! Be sure to check out their
photo gallery to see what this stand can do for anyones collection room!
Posted by Chuck | November 22, 2006 at 07:18 PM ET |
The
first of four Clone Troopers from the
ROTS Miniatures make
their way to the Visual Guides as tonights update...
Posted by Denton | November 21, 2006 at 03:01 PM ET |
The latest newsletter from the Big Bad Toy Store is in...check
out our Thanksgiving sale as well as some new arrivals and preorders:
NEW ARRIVALS
THIS WEEK
STAR
WARS C-3P0 & R2D2 MODEL KIT: Another high end model
kit from
Kotobukiya. We have this new set listed at $25 below MSRP -
$124.99. It comes packed in a very large window box and is a
great looking set overall. The Yoda, Princess Leia and other
kits are also in stock.
Posted by Pete | November 21, 2006 at 12:00 PM ET |
Posted by Chuck | November 20, 2006 at 03:45 PM ET |
Chewbacca
joins the ranks over in the
ROTS Miniatures Visual
Guide. Take a look at all of our minis guides to see what you are missing from
your sets!
Posted by Pete | November 19, 2006 at 01:32 PM ET |
As you know the voting for the Saga Legends Fan's Choice is winding down but there are still some very close races! You have a day left to make your voice heard. The 4 figures left standing after the voting will be made as part of next year's Saga Legends line...so head on over to
Rebelscum.com now "Vote Now!"
Posted by Denton | November 18, 2006 at 09:23 AM ET |
THEY
ARE HERE!!! The Republic Commando Scene Packs are in stock.
If you are thinking about a Master Replicas Clone Trooper Helmet
do not wait. They are very popular and moving fast. We have
lowered the price on some of our Transformers Classics Deluxe
items. An AFA 85 1985 Jetfire just came in this week along with
several other Vintage Transformers. There are new Sigma 6 2.5"
Vehicles that arrived this week in our newsletter. You can view
these at
www.brianstoys.com.
See you at the site!
Posted by Pete | November 17, 2006 at 11:52 PM ET |
The
Star Wars Shop
has both the Roron Corobb Clone Wars Maquette and Princess Leia mini-bust up for pre-order! These are sure to be huge hits so head on over and reserve yours today!
Posted by Pete | November 17, 2006 at 03:24 PM ET |
The latest round of questions sent out to
Hasbro now have their answers...
Posted by Pete | November 17, 2006 at 03:22 PM ET |
We have a small update to the
Saga Collection Visual Guide today with the addition of the Greatest Battles Clone Commander in his red gear...click below for a closer look.
Posted by Pete | November 17, 2006 at 11:00 AM ET |
Today is the day that you can pre-order your first ever EU 12" figure...
Asajj Ventress. Members can head on over to
Sideshow Collectibles at 10 am Pacific Time to place their pre-order. Ordering will open up to the general public at 12 noon Pacific time.
Posted by Pete | November 17, 2006 at 09:06 AM ET |
Right now for the next 2 weeks, The Saber Vault is allowed to get the Qui-Gon Jinn lightsabers from Master Replicas! Price will be $290 shipped. But remember this is only for a limited time!
Also, a few Obi ROTS LE left in stock. $211 FedEx shipped with in the U.S. to your door (out of the U.S. shipping is extra)!
Posted by Pete | November 16, 2006 at 09:53 PM ET |
The Gentle Giant blog makes its last ever update (before the new web site launch in December) today with images of the Roron Corobb Maquette and Princess Leia mini-bust. Oh...and for those of you waiting for the following products, they should ship early December.
Rancor Statue, Chewbacca mini bust, Cantina Bookends, Animated Darth Vader Maquette, Darth Maul mini-bust, Grievous mini-bust and the Royal Guard Statue... I don't think we'll have any money left for the holidays!
Posted by Chuck | November 16, 2006 at 06:59 PM ET |
Tonight,
Captain Antilles joins his boss, Bail Organa, in the
ROTS
Miniatures Visual Guide. For complete miniatures coverage, check out all our
Miniatures Visual Guides!
Posted by Pete | November 16, 2006 at 06:27 PM ET |
You just have a few hours left to prepare for tomorrows pre-order for the Asajj Ventress 12" figure. Sign up now to become both a
newsletter subscriber and a
Sideshow account holder and you will be good to go for the Asajj pre-order. Hurry...you only have until 11:59 pm Pacific time to get set!
Posted by denton | November 16, 2006 at 10:17 AM ET |
The latest newsletter from the Big Bad Toy Store is in...check
out a sample of the great new stuff avaliable at the store:
NEW ARRIVALS
THIS WEEK
*Star
Wars Saga Wave 7 This wave is now fully available with full
sets and singles in stock! Wave 7 contains a wide variety of characters
at reasonable prices. Read more to find out all the info.
Posted by Pete | November 15, 2006 at 11:08 PM ET |
Posted by Pete | November 15, 2006 at 03:08 PM ET |
Thanksgiving is just around the corner which means that it is time to start thinking about that holiday shopping! This year make sure that the fantastic
Saber-Stand is on that wish list...there is no better way to display or protect your FX saber from warping than displaying them on a
Saber-Stand! Head over and order a few for yourself and a few for gifts...if you buy 4 you will get a 5th one free! Shop at
Saber-Stand.com today!
Posted by Chuck | November 14, 2006 at 06:18 PM ET |
Finally,
the new animated Gentle Giant line makes its way to the JTA Visual Guides! Take a
look at the ultra-cool Boba Fett Animated Statue. Once you are convinced at just
how cool this statue is, stop by
Andrew's
Toyz for a chance to pick this up at a great price!
Posted by Pete | November 13, 2006 at 10:33 PM ET |
Posted by Chuck | November 12, 2006 at 08:30 PM ET |
The
next two
ROTS Miniatures added to the visual guides
are an AT-RT and Bail Organa. Skip on over to the
ROTS
Miniatures Visual Guide to check out the complete checklist of this minis collection.


Posted by Pete | November 11, 2006 at 10:32 PM ET |
Posted by Denton | November 11, 2006 at 04:50 PM ET |
In
stock this week is the R2-D2 and C-3PO Kotobukiya statue for
$149.99. As always we have great prices on our Master Replicas
FX Sabers and now the Clone Trooper Helmet as well. The Mace
Windu's Attack Battallion Battle Pack is here and going fast.
Our Masters of the Universe selection is growing and this week
we have featured 8 very nice AFA Carded figures along with a
bunch of Commemmorative Series items. You can find these and
thousands of other items at
Brian's
Toys. Another reminder to check out our Holiday Specials
where you will find over 600 discounted items! See you at the
site!
Posted by Chuck | November 11, 2006 at 01:01 PM ET |
Andrew's
Toyz has the new Shaak Ti Character Key available for order. Get your order in soon
for Shaak Ti, before she sells out! The Crimson Empire Kir Kanos & Carnor Jax
2-pack is in stock and now shipping. A small shipment of Master Replicas Clone Trooper
EP3 Helmets has arrived as well. Make sure you order this soon, because Master Replicas
will not ship more until 2007. Pre-Orders are still available for the Obi-Wan Kenobi
mini bust as well as other upcoming Gentle Giant items. Get all of your collecting
holiday shopping done early at
Andrew's
Toyz!
Posted by Joris | November 11, 2006 at 08:12 AM ET |
Autograph
Bounty Hunter Mark Dermul offers you the unique opportunity to get the autograph
of
Maria de Aragon aka
Greedo in Star Wars, A New
Hope!
Mind, the offer expires November 15th and since Mrs Aragon requires a minimum number
of signings, the entire deal will be cancelled if there aren't enough candidates.
Hit the Bounty Hunter logo to read all details...
Posted by Pete | November 10, 2006 at 09:59 PM ET |
The latest round of questions sent out to
Hasbro now have thier answers!
Click here to read on...
Posted by Chuck | November 10, 2006 at 07:14 PM ET |
Sideshow
Collectibles has their preview page of the upcoming Asajj Ventress, with an all
new animated tease! Check out the next Sideshow figure, which will go on priority
pre-order on Nov. 17!
Posted by Chuck | November 10, 2006 at 07:00 PM ET |
Tonight
we take another look at the
ROTS Miniatures,
with the addition of Anakin Skywalker, Jedi Knight. Check out the
ROTS Miniatures
Visual Guide for a full list of this series of minis game pieces.
Posted by Pete | November 10, 2006 at 12:58 AM ET |
Titanium collectors keep an eye out...Leon writes in from Colorado Springs to let us know yet more new ships are landing. Stay sharp and look out for the Wedge's X-Wing, ARC-170 (Clone Wars deco), Jango's Slave 1 (Battle Damage re-deco) and the repaint of the Star Destroyer. Thanks Leon!
Posted by Pete | November 10, 2006 at 12:44 AM ET |
Podracers...we've been waiting for along time for some more podracers and now Hasbro came through with a 2-pack! Check out the
Saga Collection Visual Guide or the images below because these speed demons speak for themselves. Remember that
Alliance Collectibles is your Star Wars collection resource...head over today and add to yours!
Posted by Denton | November 09, 2006 at 12:07 PM ET |
Hot
off the truck and shipping Monday November 13 at
R2DToys
is the
Saga
2006 Collection Wave 8 basic figures 10 peice set. The set
includes Darth Maul Sith Training, Holographic Commander Cody,
clone trooper sergeant and other really great figures. Check
them all out at R2DToys!
Posted by Chuck | November 08, 2006 at 05:55 PM ET |
Got
Force FX sabers falling off the walls? Don't have a clue where (or how) to display
your ever-growing collection of sabers? Well, look no further than
Saber-Stand!
There are now 10 different sabers available (11 if you count Darth Maul's twice),
and if you are an avid collector of these, then you most definately want to be able
to display these! And, the only way to display and preserve them is to do it vertically!
Take a look at what the custom designed
Saber-Stand is
all about. And, when you are ready to buy you can take advantage of a nice 20% discount
by buying 4 and getting a 5th one FREE!
Posted by Chuck | November 08, 2006 at 05:45 PM ET |
The
next addition to the
Saga Collection is the brand new Naboo Soldier. Take a
look at this cool TPM army builder... And, don't forget to check out
Alliance
Collectibles for all the latest
Star Wars goodies...
Posted by Joris | November 08, 2006 at 12:16 AM ET |
How many facts do you know about Star Wars? What? Oh, indeed! It’s the other way around! How much Star Wars was there about FACTS this year? And the answer would be … quite a lot! Head on over to our
F.A.C.T.S. 2006 convention report to see just how big this awesome European convention is getting. And...as an added bonus we have a short interview with cartoonist Lectrr and his own artistic enhancement of the Saga we love so much!
Click here for full coverage!
Posted by Pete | November 07, 2006 at 07:40 PM ET |
Did you miss out on the way cool Luke Skywalker Return of the Jedi Force FX lightsaber first time around? Well, wait no longer and head on over to
The Saber Vault where they just received some fresh stock of this classic lightsaber! Don't wait too long, these are the hot item of the week!
Posted by Pete | November 07, 2006 at 07:40 PM ET |
We dig deeper into the Battle of Naboo wave tonight with the addition of the Holographic Darth Maul and Rep Been action figures to the
Saga Collection Visual Guide. Remember that
Alliance Collectibles is your Star Wars collection resource...head over today and add to yours!
Posted by Pete | November 06, 2006 at 10:05 PM ET |
Posted by Chuck | November 06, 2006 at 07:21 PM ET |
The
german custom and diorama internet page
StarconstruX was updated and presents 3 new
dioramas. Two of them, "Cantina
stairway" and "Jabba's
palace",
were built by Markus Gerlach for the german Jedicon 2004. The third one is an illuminated
diorama that shows the "Mustafar
Lava bank" with the burned body of Anakin
Skywalker / Darth Vader laying in the foreground.
Posted by Chuck | November 06, 2006 at 07:06 PM ET |
The
Saga Collection updates continue today, with the introduction of the
Battle
of Naboo wave. Check out the kit-bashed Obi-Wan Kenobi in the guide below, and don't forget
to check out
Alliance
Collectibles to see what kind of
Star Wars goodies they have to offer!
Posted by Pete | November 05, 2006 at 10:44 PM ET |
The Battle of Endor wave is just about rounded out with the additions of Darth Vader and one of the 2 Rebel Troopers. Check them out by clicking below or head on over to the
Saga Collection Visual Guide to browse the entire line. Don't forget to head over to
Alliance Collectibles to pick up everything you need for your Star Wars collection!!
Posted by Denton | November 05, 2006 at 08:39 AM ET |
The
Episode I, II, and II Tin Sets are here and ready to ship. Another
quick reminder to check out our holiday specials with over 600
reduced prices. The Cantina Band Set Bust-Up are also available
along with the Kir Kanos and Carnor Jax. Darth Vaders latest
Tie Fighter is $34.99 and in stock. There are new Hasbro Sign
Off Labels listed again this week. Not sure what those are.
You can find out more about those and thousands of other great
items at
Brian's
Toys. See you at the site.
Posted by Chuck | November 04, 2006 at 07:29 PM ET |
Today
we get another update to the ever-expanding
Saga
Collection Visual Guide! Luke Skywalker, in a very cool Endor poncho, is the
latest
Battle of Endor figure hitting the shelves. This is one of the best Lukes
in a while, so if you are on the fence about picking him up, then take the plunge!
He's so cool he's worthy of two guides!
Posted by Pete | November 04, 2006 at 02:37 PM ET |
The second showdown round for the fan choice Greatest Hits 2007 is almost complete and there are a bunch of really tight races. If you have not voted yet now is the time to head on over to
Rebel Scum and cast yours now...it just may make a difference on which 16 are left standing after midnight Sunday. Vote now!
Posted by Chuck | November 03, 2006 at 06:09 PM ET |
A
small update today adds a Coruscant Trooper to the
ROTS
Miniatures Visual Guide. Take a closer look below...
Posted by Pete | November 03, 2006 at 12:00 PM ET |
Rebel Commando Nik Sant will be up for Priority Pre-Order today! If you missed out on the Rebel Commando 3-pack this is the only other chance you will have to score Commando Sant! Order yours at 10:00 am Pacific Time and act quickly before they all sell out!
Posted by Pete | November 03, 2006 at 07:44 AM ET |
Entertainment Earth
has in the newest vehicles and they are sure to go fast! The redeco Darth Vader TIE Fighter, Trade Federation AAT and Hailfire Droid have all just arrived but won't be around for long so head over to pick them up. They also have in the Commerative Tins! Click below to place your order!
Posted by Chuck | November 02, 2006 at 08:35 PM ET |
Check
out the
ESB version of Darth Vader's lightsaber, in the very cool .45 scale.
This is our latest addition to the
Master
Replicas Visual Guide...
Posted by Pete | November 02, 2006 at 10:00 AM ET |
Rebel Commando Nik Sant will be up for Priority Pre-Order tomorrow for all folks who are both a
newsletter subscriber and
sideshow account holder by Thursday, November 2nd, 2006, 11:59PM PT. If you have not signed up yet...now is the time.
Posted by Denton | November 02, 2006 at 09:56 AM ET |
OVER 600 REDUCED
PRICES!!! This is the largest amount of reduced prices in Brian's
Toys history. Many of these products are going to move fast
so make sure you get to www.brianstoys.com
right away. We have discounted items from Master Replicas, Gentle
Giant, Kotobukiya and many many more. There are more than just
Star Wars discounts. We also have a great list of G.I. Joe and
Transformers with reduced prices. POTF2 and Episode I Action
Fleet and Micro Machines are now all 35% off! See you at the
site and have fun shopping all of these HOLIDAY SPECIALS!
Posted by Pete | November 02, 2006 at 07:53 AM ET |
It is time to order your 12-Inch Real Action Hero Shadow Stormtrooper from the
Star Wars Shop
! the first large-scale full-figured version of the evasive stealth soldier from Japan's Medicom company. As the latest Star Wars release in their fully-articulated Real Action Heroes line, the Shadow Stormtrooper will only be officially available in the U.S. through StarWarsShop, and quantities are limited. This will be a one-time import just for StarWarsShoppers, so be sure to grab yours before the enigmatic dark trooper recedes once more into the shadows.
Posted by Pete | November 01, 2006 at 11:45 PM ET |
Posted by Pete | November 01, 2006 at 08:50 PM ET |
Did you forget to buy a
Saber Stand or two so that you could display the Force FX lightsabers you bought for your Halloween costume properly? Why
Saber-Stand.com you ask? Easy...your costume was first rate and you want to display and protect you lightsaber with that same attention to detail! Display is very versatile with a
Saber Stand and they will help prevent blade warping...something those vertical display stands can't do! Head on over today and learn how to earn a free stand!
Posted by Pete | November 01, 2006 at 11:06 AM ET |
Acme Archives got hit up by the Dark Side of the Force and they needed to post-pone today’s order window for the Shaak Ti Character Key and their latest 4-Key framed set. The new date and time is November 10 at 11am. Head on over then to order your Shaak Ti and the beautiful framed set that includes Darth Sidious, Padme Amidala, Anakin Skywalker and the ARC Captain.
Posted by Pete | November 01, 2006 at 07:57 AM ET |
R2D Toys just got in a very limited supply of the Gentle Giant Mara Jade and Shocktrooper mini-busts. Head on over right now and order yours so you don't miss out again!! They also got in all 6 x Mini Helmet Collection by Tomy. Stop by
R2D Toys today.
UPDATE: They also have some more great news about free shipping from 10/31/06 and 11/1/06. Read more to find out about all the great news!
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