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March 2008
Urban-Collector Newsletter
Posted by Chuck | March 30, 2008 at 08:27 PM EST

    Hello Everyone! We have some more excellent April Pre-Orders available at Urban Collector. This week we are featuring more Dark Knight Collectibles, as well as new instock Star Wars Titanium Die-Cast vehicles. Below is only a sample of our newest pre-orders. Visit Urban Collector for all of our great collectibles!

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The Saber Vault News Update
Posted by Chuck | March 29, 2008 at 12:52 PM EST

    NEW Star Trek stuff at The Saber Vault!  Right now, you can preorder the new Assault Phaser and the new Mark IX Tricorder from Deep Space Nine and Voyager! These are to be shipping late summer, but with accurate sound effects and lights (lights on tricorder only) these will not last long!

Plus as an added bonus, if you say you saw this post at the JediTempleArchives.com you get an EXTRA $20 OFF!  That means $70 OFF RETAIL with shipping included within the U.S.!!!

The Saber Vault

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The Star Wars Action News Book Club is Back!
Posted by Chuck | March 29, 2008 at 12:47 PM EST

    A long time ago, on a podcast far, far away, a group of Star Wars fans teamed up to journey together on an epic quest—to read the entire library of Star Wars novels as they were released, starting with Star Wars by George Lucas in 1976, going through the vintage Han Solo and Lando Calrissian books, then through the more modern novels.

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Brian's Toys Newsletter #456
Posted by Chuck | March 28, 2008 at 08:44 PM EST

    This week at Brian's Toys, we have a massive amount of high-quality, vintage Star Wars AFA.  Some highlights include the prototypes of Ewoks Weechee and Paploo, both graded 90!  Also to note are the Tri-Logo Boba Fett and Jawa!  The 2008 Collection Wave 2 Carded figures are back in stock.  Finally, we have plenty more Legos added to the site, which include the Ultimate Collector's Series Star Destroyer.  For more of our great selection of collectible toys, head on over to brianstoys.com.

Brian's Toys

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Sideshow Collectibles - C-3PO & R2-D2 Fully Approved
Posted by Chuck | March 27, 2008 at 10:08 PM EST

    Stop by Sideshow Collectibles to check out the newly approved life-sized C-3PO and R2-D2!

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Visual Guide Update - Gentle Giant Mynock Hunt Chewie
Posted by Chuck | March 26, 2008 at 08:47 PM EST

    The Previews Exclusive Mynock Hunt Chewback is our latest Gentle Giant Visual Guide. Click below for the details...

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Star Wars Action News - Episode 135
Posted by Chuck | March 25, 2008 at 05:47 PM EST

    Jedi-Con 2008 was in Germany this past weekend, and while not a lot of hard news, some very interesting and "almost confirmed" rumors were floated about. Star Wars Action News reporter Steve was there and reports back to us with details about Celebration Japan, Celebration 5's possible location, and even another Celebration in a certain country down under. He also managed to score a Jedi-Con exclusive Shadow Trooper 2-pack for one lucky Star Wars Action News listener! Listen to find out how you can win.

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Big Bad Toy Store Newsletter
Posted by Chuck | March 25, 2008 at 04:39 PM EST

   Hi - Here is a quick update from http://www.bigbadtoystore.com about more exciting new preorders, a new clearance sale, and a variety of new arrivals...

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Clone Wars Primer
Posted by Chuck | March 25, 2008 at 04:33 PM EST

    Need your Clone Wars fix? Stop by IGN to read a nice little who's who from the upcoming Clone Wars Cartoon. Nothing new, but a fun little read!

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Jedi-Con 2008 Shadow Trooper 2-Pack at StarWarsShop
Posted by Chuck | March 25, 2008 at 04:33 AM EST

StarWarsShop.com has the Jedi-Con 2008 Exclusive Shadow Trooper 2-pack in stock. Stop over and place your order!

Jedi-Con 2008 Exclusive at StarWarsShop.com

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Win a Duel With Dooku Diorama at Sideshow Collectibles
Posted by Chuck | March 24, 2008 at 09:00 PM EST

    There's still time to get your contest entry in at Sideshow Collectibles for a chance to win a Duel With Dooku Diorma! Click here for all the details!

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Urban-Collector Newsletter
Posted by Chuck | March 23, 2008 at 07:57 PM EST

    Hello Everyone! We have some terrific new April Pre-Orders available at Urban Collector. From Star Wars we have the newest Gentle Gaint animated maquettes. Here is only a sample of our newest pre-orders. Visit Urban Collector for all of our great collectibles!

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Hasbro Q&A Roundup - Week of March 20th, 2008
Posted by Chuck | March 22, 2008 at 09:31 PM EST

    It's time for another look at the Hasbro Questions &Answers from around the collecting community. You can find all the details over in our forums! And, check back later for our Headlines Report, highlighting all the big news items to come out of this round of Q&A.

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Visual Guide Update - TAC Clone Trooper (Training)
Posted by Chuck | March 21, 2008 at 03:06 PM EST

    We just can't get enough of Clones, so how about a Clone Trooper in training? The 30th Anniversary Visual Guide has it, so click the images below to view it!

   

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Disney's 2008 Exclusives
Posted by Chuck | March 21, 2008 at 12:25 PM EST

    Want to have a look at this years Star Wars Disney goodies? Stop over at EndorExpress.net for some detailed photos of the upcoming Disney/Lucasfilm exclusives!

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Sideshow Collectibles - Darth Vader Canvas Giclée
Posted by Chuck | March 20, 2008 at 10:26 PM EST

    Sideshow Collectibles has also announced a very limited run of a Darth Vader Canvas Giclée, limited to just 95. Click here to have a look at this!

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Sideshow Collectibles - Padmé vs Nexu Diorama Preorder
Posted by Chuck | March 20, 2008 at 10:17 PM EST

    The recently announced Geonosis Arena – Padme VS Nexu Diorama is now available for preorder at Sideshow Collectibles. You can also see some nice new pictures of this diorama...

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Hasbro's Questions & Answers #49 UPDATE
Posted by Chuck | March 20, 2008 at 06:37 PM EST

    This weeks Q&A came with not one, but two very nice images. The first one (V-19 in attack mode) can be seen in this weeks Q&A article, and the second one is a follow-up from our last Q&A: a detailed photo of the upcoming SDCC exclusive Holographic Emperor head and Darth Vader! Click below for the detailed image!

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Hasbro's Questions & Answers #50
Posted by Chuck | March 20, 2008 at 06:25 PM EST

    Hasbro hits us a day early this time with another Hasbro Q&A! This time, we've got a nice image of the V-19 Torrent in attack position!

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Saber-Stand Update
Posted by Chuck | March 19, 2008 at 08:37 PM EST

    If you are a fan of Force FX Lightsabers, make sure you stop Saber-Stand.com and check out their display solution. These vertically mounted stands help protect your saber from the long-term effect of warping when displaying them sideways on their stock stands, and they look very elegant at the same time. Saber-Stand.com: protect your investment!

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Star Wars Action News - Episode 134
Posted by Chuck | March 17, 2008 at 08:55 PM EST

    As we prepare for Easter and the debut of Spring we find the regular stores full of Easter items. While there was no Star Wars Easter Basket to be found, there were some Easter offerings at Target -- A stuffed Darth Vader with jelly beans, an Easter egg dyeing kit, and an...edible watch? Marjorie and Arnie review these items on this week's Star Wars Action News.

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Hasbro Q&A Roundup - Week of March 12th, 2008
Posted by Chuck | March 17, 2008 at 07:22 PM EST

    Stop by our forums for our in-depth look at this past weeks Hasbro Q&A from around the collecting community. And new this week, a special Headlines Report, featuring the biggest news to come from all the communities questions, saving you the energy of sifting through the dozens of questions for what's newsworthy!

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Sandtroopers.com 2008 Make it Better Campaign
Posted by Chuck | March 17, 2008 at 04:47 PM EST

    Sandtroopers.com wants to spread the word about their Make It Better campaign they are running this year. To kick things off, they have put up the Clone Wars and Indiana Jones lithographs from Toy Fair up for benefit for the Make-A-Wish Foundation and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. To enter it's a simple $3 Paypal donation, and to be a registered member of their community. For more details, click here!

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Visual Guide Update - TAC Clone Trooper (Hawkbat Battlion)
Posted by Chuck | March 17, 2008 at 04:13 PM EST

    Another clone trooper joins the 30th Anniversary Visual Guide! This time, it's the Expanded Universe Clone Wars clone trooper from Hawkbat Battalion!

   

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Details on The Clone Wars, & the Live Action Series Delayed
Posted by Chuck | March 17, 2008 at 11:46 AM EST

    It looks like we will have to wait another year for the live action series. As of now, it is pushed back to 2010. Lucas dished some information at the ShoWest Convention on both the live action series and the upcoming Clone Wars series. Get all the scoop here!

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Urban-Collector Newsletter
Posted by Chuck | March 16, 2008 at 02:12 PM EST

    New items at Urban Collector!  This week we have more featured March pre-orders as well as some cool new arrivals.  Here is just a sample of the items available for pre-order and instock at UC.  Stop on by to see our entire selection.

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Visual Guide Update - TAC 7th Legion Trooper
Posted by Chuck | March 15, 2008 at 06:08 PM EST

    The 7th Legion Clone Trooper joins the 30th Anniversary Visual Guide! Click below for both the figure & the coin guides!

   

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Brian's Toys Newsletter #454
Posted by Chuck | March 15, 2008 at 04:47 PM EST

    This weeks Newsletter from Brian's Toys features the latest and hottest items from Gentle Giant, including the 2008 Holiday Gift. Along with that, the Attack on Kashyyyk Battle pack from the 30th Anniversary Collection is also available. Check out all the great deals here!

Brian's Toys

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Star Wars Action News Wants To Know What You Think
Posted by Chuck | March 15, 2008 at 04:44 PM EST

    Star Wars Action News, the only podcast dedicated to Star Wars collecting, wants to know what we can do to make the show more about you, the collectors and fans.

As such we have set up a survey on SurveyMonkey.com. It is 10 brief questions, and completely anonymous, and your feedback will help us to make a better show for you.

So please tell us your thoughts using the link below.

Click here to take the survey now

And, as always, thank you for listening to Star Wars Action News. 

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Kotobukiya Panel at Wizard World L.A. Tomorrow
Posted by Chuck | March 14, 2008 at 06:26 PM EST

    The folks over at Kotobukiya wanted us to let everyone know that they will be attending Wizard World L.A on March 15th, where they will be holding a panel to discuss their upcoming Marvel line, as well as take questions on everything else they make. Get the full details here!

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Visual Guide Update - TAC Holographic Darth Vader
Posted by Chuck | March 14, 2008 at 05:49 PM EST

    The next update for our 30th Anniversary Visual Guide is the latest Hasbro holographic figure: Darth Vader from The Empire Strikes Back...

   

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Big Bad Toy Store Newsletter
Posted by Chuck | March 13, 2008 at 09:30 PM EST

   Hi - Here is a quick update from http://www.bigbadtoystore.com about hundreds of new arrivals and preorders!

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Sideshow Collectibles - Padmé vs Nexu Diorama
Posted by Chuck | March 13, 2008 at 08:31 PM EST

    Sideshow has released the latest Star Wars Diorama in this weeks newsletter: Padmé Vs. Nexu. Click here for the sneak preview!

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The Saber Vault News Alert
Posted by Chuck | March 12, 2008 at 07:09 PM EST

    Stop by The Saber Vault and check out the Weathered 212th Master Replicas helmet! This has custom Weathered/Battle Damaged finish with battalion stripe as seen on film. The Weathering is done using production stills by the model builder/prop maker. There's only one left, so if you are still thinking about this one, don't think too long!

Also, still in stock are the last two FX lightsabers! Vader and Yoda priced at $85...so something to spend some of that tax refund on!

The Saber Vault

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Hasbro's Questions & Answers #35
Posted by Chuck | March 12, 2008 at 07:01 PM EST

    Hasbro has finally released our pre-Toy Fair questions, but fear not! All of these answers are as good as gold, including complete details on the upcoming SDCC Holographic Emperor! It's all right here in JTA's Hasbro Q&A!

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Visual Guide Update - TAC R2-D2 with Cargo Net
Posted by Chuck | March 11, 2008 at 05:07 PM EST

    Tonight we give you a small 30th Anniversary Visual Guide update with R2-D2 and the cargo net. Click below for all of the guides!

   

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MR Utapau Shadow Trooper Mini Helmet Available Today!
Posted by Chuck | March 11, 2008 at 05:53 AM EST

    The final details for the last Master Replicas Mini Helmet exclusive are now available. These will be available in an ebay auction at 2PM EST, and limited to 2 per person. For the full press release, click here!

Thanks to Mark from Yodasnews for the heads up!

Update: Sold Out!

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Star Wars Action News - Episode 133
Posted by Chuck | March 10, 2008 at 03:36 PM EST

    Got Utapau Shadow Trooper Helmet? That was the question of the moment last Wednesday as hundreds of computers flooded Razors Edge Collectibles trying to get this final, exclusive Master Replicas Mini-Helmet. This week on Star Wars Action News, Marjorie and Arnie discuss the brouhaha surrounding the staggered release of this exclusive collectible, and review another exclusive MR Mini-Helmet, the Shadow Stormtrooper SDCC exclusive (arriving recently on the doorsteps of people who pre-ordered).

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Brian's Toys Newsletter #453
Posted by Chuck | March 09, 2008 at 03:52 PM EST

    Stop by Brian's Toys latest newsletter for the latest Saga Legends wave, featuring the Utapau Shadow Trooper and the Shadow Stormtrooper, both with the unique black coin. Also available is a cheap Yoda Force FX Lightsaber ($79.99), The Force Unleashed wave, 30th Anniversary vehicles, and more!

Brian's Toys

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Hasbro Q&A Delayed
Posted by Chuck | March 08, 2008 at 09:01 AM EST

    We got word from the Hasbro Q&A team that this round of questions and answers are going to be slightly delayed. They also let us know that our last round of questions got missed and should arrive as well. Tune in next week for our next Hasbro Q&A!

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Obi-Wan in Clone Armor Mini-Bust Redemption Info
Posted by Chuck | March 07, 2008 at 03:52 PM EST

    Full details on how to aquire the Obi-Wan Kenobi in Clone Trooper Armor Mini Bust are now available. Click here for all the information!

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Visual Guide Update - Gentle Giant Holographic Darth Maul
Posted by Chuck | March 07, 2008 at 12:28 PM EST

    Click below to check out our latest Visual Guide, the latest exclusive from Gentle Giant: The Exhibition (Brussles) Holographic Darth Maul. Complete with light-up effect!

  

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Q&A with Gentle Giant Ltd
Posted by Chuck | March 07, 2008 at 11:09 AM EST

    GentleGiantCollectors.com has a Q&A with Amanda from Gentle Giant with answers to some burning questions, not only from Star Wars, but from other lines as well. Click here for the full Q&A.

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Urban-Collector Newsletter
Posted by Chuck | March 06, 2008 at 10:23 PM EST

    The latest update from Urban Collector contains new March Pre-Orders, some great new arrivals and a look back at some classic collector's items.

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Help Sideshow Choose Which Clone...
Posted by Chuck | March 06, 2008 at 10:18 PM EST

    Sideshow has Clones on the way, and likely lots of them! Which ones? Help them decide which one is guaranteed by participating in their new "Pick your favorite Clone Trooper armor style!" poll! Choose from a variety of Episode III clones: 501st, Shock Trooper, 212th (orange), 187th (purple), 9th Assault Corps (gray), and 38th armored (tan). My guess is it will be a tight race between the 501st and the Shock Trooper! Head over and vote!

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Gentle Giant Holo Darth Maul Now Available to Everyone
Posted by Chuck | March 05, 2008 at 10:58 PM EST

    Still looking for the Darth Maul Holographic exclusive? Public ordering is now available at Gentle Giant's Web site! There's still some available, but with a limited run of 1000 online, they probably won't last long!

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Saber-Stand Update
Posted by Chuck | March 05, 2008 at 11:13 AM EST

     Looking for a way to safely (and elegantly) display your Force FX Lightsabers? Check out Saber-Stand.com. These stands allow you to vertically display your sabers to keep them from warping over time, and this frees up room on your wall for all your other collectibles! Check it out today!

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Kotobukiya Spotlight: Darth Vader (BHS Bonus)
Posted by Chuck | March 04, 2008 at 06:54 AM EST

    We've heard all about the bonus Darth Vader, now have a close-up look at this super-cool bonus build-a-figure in this edition of our Kotobukiya Spotlight!

Bonus Darth Vader Spotlight Gallery

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Star Wars Action News - Episode 132
Posted by Chuck | March 04, 2008 at 06:52 AM EST

    This week on Star Wars Action News we have musician Richard Cheese. Perhaps most famous for his version of "Get Down With The Sickness" which plays in the movie Dawn of the Dead, Richard has long been a Star Wars fan. On his latest album, Dick at Night, he has even included a version of the Imperial March! We talk to Richard about how he swank-ifies all the classic hits on his albums, as well as his affinity for Star Wars. Listen to the interview, and then head over to www.richardcheese.com to buy the album!

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Kotobukiya Spotlight: TIE Fighter Pilot
Posted by Chuck | March 03, 2008 at 06:59 PM EST

    Our Kotobukiya Spotlight Series gets a post Toy Fair boost today, with the addition of the TIE Fighter Pilot. Click here for the full gallery...

TIE Fighter Pilot Spotlight Gallery

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Brian's Toys Newsletter #452
Posted by Chuck | March 02, 2008 at 08:39 AM EST

     Brian's Toys has the latest figures from the 2008 Collection, including the Force Unleashed. Also, stop by their coin shop because they have quite a few vintage coins in stock and ready to ship! For a great selection of Vintage, POTF2, LEGO, and even posters, stop by www.briantoys.com.

Brian's Toys

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Hasbro Q&A Roundup - Week of February 27th, 2008
Posted by Chuck | March 01, 2008 at 03:19 PM EST

    We're still awaiting our answers from the Hasbro Q&A, but in the mean time Stop by our forums for this round of our Hasbro Q&A Roundup Report featuring all the questions (and answers) from around the Star Wars Collecting universe. And, keep checking back for our questions and answers...

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Big Bad Toy Store Newsletter
Posted by Chuck | March 01, 2008 at 09:12 AM EST

   Hi - Here is a quick update from http://www.bigbadtoystore.com about a huge batch of new preorders, more great new arrivals, and another clearance sale...

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Boba Fett Medallion Contest at MintInBox.net
Posted by Chuck | March 01, 2008 at 09:06 AM EST

    Want a chance to pick up the Paris Star Wars Reunion Boba Fett Medallion for cost? Stop by MiniInBox.net for all the details...

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