Cool Star Wars Custom: Orbit Zenith Man Clone Trooper

By Adam Pawlus — Tuesday, March 12, 2013

If you're looking for something different, Orbitdyne (aka Seth Longmire) posted a really spiffy custom 12-inch figure called the Orbit Zenith Man, which is a colorful, metallic nod to the original Uzay Blue Stars figure.  If you were wondering just what good might come from those new 12-inch, seemingly cheapo figures, you'll be pleased to see the answer with this new picture.

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Star Wars Figure of the Day: Day 2,020

By Adam Pawlus — Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Check out the new Orimaarko, a remake of a 1998 figure which was a remake of a 1984 figure. He uses a mix of new and (mostly) existing parts, plus he has some pretty nice gear which helps cuishon the blow of the ever-increasing price points.  Was this eyepatched online exclusive worth your while?

Star Wars Figure of the Day: Day 2,019

By Adam Pawlus — Monday, March 11, 2013

Hey kids, it's a Blue R8-Series Astromech Droid! This is another Star Tours Droid Factory figure.  It's nice.  Were it at Target, you'd merely buy it and enjoy it, rather than have it be the root of acute droid anxiety.  I like it.  Will you?

StarWars.com: A New Direction For Lucasfilm Animation

By Mike — Monday, March 11, 2013

Whether it be action figures or animated television series, the tea leaves certainly pointed to the inevitability of change and the ever evolving dynamic of the Disney acquisition and new films. In a further effort to focus their attention and resources to those new films, StarWars.com announces the future of The Clone Wars and Star Wars Detours.

SWAN 384: Bishoujo And Jocasta Nu

By Mike — Monday, March 11, 2013

With few new Hasbro Star Wars toys showing up in stores, Star Wars collectors and podcast hosts Marjorie and Arnie must look online to build their collection. On this week's podcast, they review two new mail-order additions to their collection! First, they review the Brian's Toys exclusive Jocasta Nu action figure from Hasbro. Then they look at the first statue in Kotobukiya's new Star Wars Bishoujo line--Jaina Solo.

Brian's Toys: Zappy STAP Scooter, Jumbo Fett, Attakus

By Mike — Monday, March 11, 2013

From our sponsors at BriansToys.com: Check out the Zappy STAP Scooter over at Brian's Toys! This rare and unique scooter is depicted after the Battle Droid S.T.A.P. in Episode I: The Phantom Menace.  Steve Sansweet recounts the scooter in his Star Wars: 1,000 Collectibles book.

Q&A: Movie Heroes, Yoda Line, Endor AT-AT, and Other Things You Can't Have

By Adam Pawlus — Sunday, March 10, 2013

It's Monday, so let's keep Q&A a-goin'! Let's talk Yoda line look because I love to be depressed. And why not talk about Ahsoka since the last season of The Clone Wars wrapped up and spoilers are now merely facts? And what of that AT-AT from Endor? Well... it's another annoyance, really. We have a lot of those this week. Read on!

Amazon - Clone Wars DVD, Blu-Ray Price Drop or Sale

By Adam Pawlus — Friday, March 8, 2013

Have you been putting off buying The Clone Wars on DVD or Blu-Ray? If so, and if you have some cash, Amazon has the seasons on DVD starting at $18.49 and on Blu-Ray for $24.49. You might have heard that the show is the best thing ever. You might have heard it's an unwatchable mess. The truth lay somewhere in the middle. Read on for more!  UPDATE: It would seem prices are now back up to normal.

Star Wars Figure of the Day: Day 2,018

By Adam Pawlus — Friday, March 8, 2013

Gotta have my Pops!  Davish Krail has a less recognizable name on the box, but it's a pilot and that's most of what you needed to know anyway.  Interestingly, the figure differs from the build on the back of the box.  Want to know the difference?

Star Wars Figure of the Day: Day 2,017

By Adam Pawlus — Thursday, March 7, 2013

Hasbro improved a mold in a big way with Chewbacca last year.  First released in 2011, the figure needed a tiny bit of work, which it got for the 2012 reissue.  Better paint? Check.  Improved articulation?  Close enough.

Star Wars Figure of the Day: Day 2,016

By Adam Pawlus — Wednesday, March 6, 2013

This Jango Fett is the one you're most likely to find at an American toy store right now - and it's pretty unlikely you'll see his Geonosis Arena Battle set outside clearance aisles.  He's based on a 2002 mold, and is also the newest version of the character, meaning this is the one that kids could end up with if they get the new-for-2013 Jango Fett Slave I vehicle.  And he doesn't really fit.  But I digress, the figure is interesting enough and the set (as a whole) is nice. 

Dark Horse: May 2013 Solicitations

By Mike — Tuesday, March 5, 2013

Dark Horse releases their soliciation for May 2013 that includes #5 of the new and highly popular Star Wars series, where Luke Skywalker finds himself saving Princess Leia once again as she is caught between two squadrons of TIE Fighters. Check out the other titles and cover pages after the jump!

SWAN 383:A Wave-Full of Yakface

By Mike — Tuesday, March 5, 2013

For fans of Star Wars 3.75-inch figures the news is bad.  No new figures will be shipping for months, rumors of Target removing all Star Wars items from their toy aisles abound, and the last wave of Clone Wars figures can only be found in Germany and Canada.

Brian's Toys: eFX TIE Fighter, Jumbo Cantina, Vintage AFA

By Mike — Tuesday, March 5, 2013

From our sponsors at Brian's Toys: Set your sights on the long anticipated eFX Collectibles Imperial TIE Fighter model.  eFX went above and beyond to ensure this model would be the most accurate replica of this iconic starship.  You can pick one up today over at Brian's Toys.

Galactic Hunter Video Theater Presents: The Clone Wars - The Wrong Jedi

By Adam Pawlus — Tuesday, March 5, 2013

This week on The Clone Wars: Events are shown to have actual consequences with The Wrong Jedi. Like last season's final arc, we see events actually cause big changes to the Clone Wars storyline, with actual weight, things that matter, and a reason to tune in for a change. Also, Tim Curry is this week's surprise guest voice. HUGE spoilers and video after the break.