Originally planned for release in a different color scheme last year and packed with an Obi-Wan Kenobi, the Attack Recon Fighter now includes an all new Anakin Skywalker. 

While there wasn't really much originality or excitement from collectors for the re-issued first wave of Class I Fleet Vehicles, the second wave are new and pretty fantastic, starting with this Republic Assault Submarine. It's got great features, an all new Scuba Trooper, and transforming attack mode. 

From our sponsors at Brians Toys: The next wave of Vintage-Style figures is now available for pre-order.  Place your pre-order for the long awaited Nom Anor, Aayla Secura, Luke Hoth, and more!

This Clone Trooper is orange, and is one of many fine Vintage figures you may have missed. The deco isn't as good as the 2006 version, but the articulation is way better. So you'll need both.  Read on, and vote in the new poll!

The end of an era is upon us as a collecting community. Dan Curto has announced on his Facebook page today that he is no longer with Rebelscum. Dan's passion, tireless energy, and love for the hobby has created the most prolific Star Wars photo archive on the net and played a huge part in making Rebelscum what is today. While he will certainly be missed, his talent and drive won't be easy to contain and we look forward to his next project. Thanks for all your hard work, efforts and contributions Dan! Collecting News will not be the same without you (at least temporarily, we imagine.). May The Force Be With You, Always.

Our sponsors at BigBadToyStore.com have lsted pre-orders for the latest upcoming waves of Star Wars action figures from the Vintage, Clone Wars, and Movie Heroes assortments.

It's not every day that we get a requested Rebel pilot, and Ekelarc Yong was surprising.  Not that Hasbro made him, but that Lucasfilm named him that.  I don't know how to pronounce the first name, but is it a good figure? Read on!

A preview of this Friday's next Clone Wars episode  #4.21: Brothers, is now online with video and images. The dark warrior Savage Opress is on a quest to find his long-lost brother. Could Darth Maul truly be alive, after more than a decade since his gruesome bisection at the blade of Obi-Wan Kenobi? Savage voyages into the depths of a twisted planet to find whatever became of the fallen Sith Lord.

The Official Star Wars Blog previews some new character portraits from the upcoming Star Wars Identities Exhibit which opens in Montreal Canada on April 19th and in Edmonton on October 27th. 

Walmart's known to follow their own lead, so when it's time to make shelf space, why not start moving that "new" old stuff? No massive sale at ToysRUs this week, but there are a couple of items cheaper than usual.

Here's a quick update on some cool orders and latest arrivals from BigBadToyStore.com.  Star Wars items include Wave 2 of Movie Heroes Class II Vehicle assortment with the new Naboo Starfighter!

It's Clone Trooper Hevy!  He's got padded armor, a cool helmet, and a big gun.  Should you get him?  I think so.  Read on!

A new wave of park exclusive Disney Star Wars figures are scheduled to be released this month at Walt Disney World and Disneyland. 

This past weekend a light went out in the universe as Ralph McQuarrie passed away at the age of 82.  The concept artist of the original trilogy, the artist took Lucas' words and created visions of a galaxy far, far away that would inspire generations of artists to come.  It is to the memory of this great visionary that Marjorie, Arnie, and the crew of Star Wars Action News dedicate our latest podcast.  He will be missed.

Actress Ashley Eckstein, the voice of Ahsoka Tano on the popular Cartoon Network animated series, Star Wars: The Clone Wars, had the ultimate cosplay experience recently when she dressed up in full make-up and costume as the Star Wars character she brings to life on the show. She documents her experience and the world of cosplay in a new blog she has written exclusively for CNN Geek Out! online and shares photos of the finished product.