JediDefender's "Collect All 92" - R2-D2 (with Sensorscope)

Scott has posted another new entry in JediDefender's Collect All 92! forum. Click on over to check out the comparison pics for the yet-to-be captured adequately in the modern line R2-D2 (with Sensorscope) figure!

JediDefender Wishlists 2010: Expanded Universe

Just a reminder that our pals over at JediDefender are running their annual Hasbro action figure Wishlist poll. Click on over to the JediDefender Forums and cast your Expanded Universe votes today!

New Clone Wars Previews at JediDefender

Click on over to JediDefender.com to check out new images of what appears to be two upcoming Clone Wars figures - Robonino and Ki-Adi-Mundi. Ki-Adi is rumored for the basic figure line this Fall, Robonino's future is a bit cloudier - a battle pack perhaps?

Star Wars: The Battle of Hoth for iPhone and iPod Touch

THQ Wireless has announced Star Wars: The Battle for Hoth for iPhone and iPod Touch will be available for download on iTunes in the near future. Look for an official launch date soon!

Star Wars Action News - Podcast # 251 Available

Star Wars Action News has posted their latest podcast episode entitled Now Where Will We Eat Breakfast?. In this episode, the SWAN team rounds up the Celebration 5 news from the past week and offers their usual analysis of the latest Star Wars collecting news.

Shipping From Dark Horse This Week

Arriving at your local comic book shop this week are three new comics from Dark Horse - Invasion - Rescues #2, Dark Times #17, and Legacy #49. Can't wait to read them? Then follow the links for previews to tide you over!

Hasbro Star Wars Q&A - Session 28

On June 4th, we sent our twenty-eighth batch of questions to Hasbro to once again take part in their Star Wars Question and Answer sessions. Today, we've got the answers to our two questions!
1) In previous Q&As, you've hinted that in addition to the Vintage Fett offer there may be another mail-away promo later this year, one focused on The Clone Wars. Will this be a regular figure offer (like Fett or Nahdar) or something a little fancier (like the Eopie or perhaps something to tie in with the new Galactic Card Game)?

** You are getting very close with the Galactic Battle Card game tie-in, Jeff…nicely done. The set will include a battle play mat/soft vinyl storage carry-all along with a new Clone Trooper. Details on the promotion will be made available at Comic Con.

2) A couple questions about the exclusive Visionaries Comic Pack - is the Uncle Owen figure all new or a kitbash? And is there any chance we can get a better look at him (and/or Maul too)?

** Uncle Owen is 100% new and not a kitbash. See attached for the image of the two.

Kubrick Star Wars DX Series 1 Hits Retail in Japan

Kubrick Collectors rejoice! The big day is here as Kubrick Star Wars DX Series 1 has finally arrived! With the official release of DX Series 1, we can finally lock down some info on the chase figures! Click on the thumbnails below to check out the chases:
Boba Fett (yes, another Boba Fett)
[can be found in the Amanaman box]
Bib Fortuna (Red Cape Variant)
[can be found in the Bib Fortuna box]
And here are the reported case ratios:
24:96 - C-3PO & Salacious Crumb
24:96 - R2-D2 (Jabba's Sail Barge)
16:96 - Luke Skywalker (Jedi Knight)
16:96 - Chewbacca (Boushh's Prisoner)
7:96 - Amanaman
7:96 - Bib Fortuna
1:48 - Jabba's Palace Display [rare display]
1:96 - Boba Fett (ROTJ v2) [rare chase]
1:96 - Bib Fortuna (Red Cape) [rare chase]
Thanks to the gang at Instinctoy for the images and info.

JediDefender's "Collect All 92" - 2-1B

Scott has posted another new entry in JediDefender's Collect All 92! forum. Click on over to check out the comparison pics for the 2-1B figure!

On Sale This Week at Toys R Us

This week at Toys R Us, you'll find a "Buy One, Get One 50% Off" deal on all Star Wars Action Figures, Playsets, and Accessories. Many of the new Vintage Collection and Clone Wars toys are in-stock at ToysRUs.com and the deal appears to work once per shopping cart in case you're looking to shop on-line.

Star Wars: The Old Republic - Blood of the Empire

LucasArts has posted another new issue of Blood of the Empire, the latest Star Wars: The Old Republic web comic. Click on over to check out Part 2 of Act II, The Broken World.

Star Wars Soundboards Update - Death Star

StarWars.com has added twenty-two Death Star themed soundbites to their Star Wars Soundboards. Follow the link and have some fun mixing and mashing the sounds of the galaxy's most famous moon... er, space station.

JediDefender's "Collect All 92" - FX-7

Scott has posted another new entry in JediDefender's Collect All 92! forum. Click on over to check out the comparison pics for the FX-7 figure!

Buy Three, Get One FREE T-Shirt Sale at EntertainmentEarth

Entertainment Earth is currently running a "Buy Three, Get One Free" deal on all in-stock T-shirts. That's right, just put 4 T-shirts in your shopping cart and they will automatically insert a coupon that gives you the lowest-priced T-shirt at no charge at checkout. Offer valid through July 7, 2010.

Making of Empire Sneak Peek: Part III

The Official Star Wars Website has posted a third sneak peek at the upcoming The Making of Star Wars: The Empire Strikes Back from Del Rey Books. The book was written by J.W. Rinzler and is due in October 2010.

2010 Star Wars Fan Club Membership Kit Now Shipping

StarWars.com has confirmed that the first batch of 2010 Star Wars Fan Club Membership Kit will begin shipping this week. If you're a fan club member, keep an eye on your mailbox for your kit!

WonderFestival Summer 2010 C-3PO (Removable Limbs)

Wonder Festival Summer 2010 takes place on July 25th in Japan and once again there will be an exclusive carded Kubrick figure sold at the show! C-3PO (removable limbs version) will set you back 1575 Yen and is limited to 1000 pieces. As usual, 500 pieces will be sold at the show and 500 pieces will be offered via Medicom's website (Japan orders only)!

Super7 Star Wars Super Shogun Update

Super7 has passsed along a few updates on their Star Wars Super Shogun series. First, the Super Shogun Stormtrooper is now available at both the Super7Store and eBay. Second, Super7 has released a teaser image to announce the next character to get Super Shogun treatment - Boba Fett!

Clone Wars Mail-Away Nahdar Vebb Offer Reminder

Just a reminder that there is only one week left until the deadline for the Clone Wars Mail-Away Nahdar Vebb figure offer. Requests must be postmarked by June 30th, 2010 to qualify. Click on over to download a Redemption Certificate if you still need Nahdar!

Sideshow Collectibles 12" Gamorrean Guard Preview

Just a reminder that Sideshow Collectibles' 12" Gamorrean Guard figure will be available for priority pre-order through the Sideshow Newsletter on Thursday, June 24th (typically between 6PM and 7PM Pacific). To whet your appetite, Sideshow has posted the product image gallery a bit early!

SDCC 2010 Exclusive 12" Clone Lieutenant Preview

Also, another reminder that Sideshow Collectibles' San Diego Comic-Con exclusive 12" Clone Lieutenant figure will go up for priority pre-ordering at 10AM (Pacific) on Thursday, June 24th for Comic-Con attendees and on Friday, June 25th for non-attendees. Click here to check out the product image gallery!

First Look - Fate of the Jedi: Conviction

The Official Star Wars Website has updated with a look at the cover art for Conviction, the seventh book in the Fate of the Jedi series from Del Rey. Conviction was written by Aaron Allston and is due out in May 2011.

Star Wars Action News - Podcast # 250 Available

Star Wars Action News has posted their latest podcast episode entitled E3-2010 is not a droid. In this episode, the SWAN team discusses the latest Star Wars news from the 2010 Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) and covers updates on plans for Celebration 5.

New Clone Wars Images at JediDefender

Click on over to JediDefender.com to check out new images of what appears to be three upcoming Clone Wars basic figures - Bossk, Boba Fett, and R8-B7. While you're there, be sure to check out the pic of the Mandalorian Speeder with Mandolorian Warrior deluxe set as well!

Show Off Your Star Wars Collection at Celebration V

The organizers of the Star Wars Collecting program at Celebration V want to give you the opportunity to showcase your collection to a worldwide audience. Interested? Then check out StarWars.com for details on how to submit images of your collection to be considered for inclusion in the show.

Her Universe - Star Wars Gear for the Lady Folk

Know a female Star Wars fan itching to buy some nifty Star Wars gear? Then check out the newly launched Her Universe, a new line of female-focused Star Wars apparel and products from Ashley Eckstein (the voice of The Clone Wars' Ahsoka Tano) and The Araca Group.

Kubrick Star Wars DX Series 1 Chases Revealed

Even though it hasn't been officially released yet, some boxes of Kubrick Star Wars DX Series 1 are being sold at the Medicom Toy Exhibition. That means, chase figures are already starting to pop up! So far we've seen a Boba Fett chase (found in the Amanaman box) and a vintage homage Red Cape Bib Fortuna (found in the Bib Fortuna Box). No word on the third chase, but follow the discussion at JediDefender for the latest news!

JediDefender's "Collect All 92" - Rebel Soldier

Scott has posted another new entry in JediDefender's Collect All 92! forum. Click on over to check out the comparison pics for the Rebel Soldier (Hoth Battle Gear) figure!

Star Wars: The Old Republic - Blood of the Empire

LucasArts has posted another new issue of Blood of the Empire, the latest Star Wars: The Old Republic web comic. Click on over to check out Part 5 of Act I, Shades of the Sith.

Star Wars: The Old Republic - Game Play

Today's Star Wars: The Old Republic Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) update focuses on the War Zones and Playable Species in the game. Follow the link to check out new screenshots of the mountains of Alderaan, the Chiss Imperial Agent, and the Twi'lek Smuggler.

Medicom Toy Exhibition '10 Exclusive Anakin Skywalker

Once again, it's the magical time of year known as Medicom Toy Exhibition season! That's right, the 2010 Medicom Toy Exhibition kicks off this weekend in Japan! Click on the thumbnail pic to check out this year's exclusive promo Kubrick, which was released at today's Preview Party - a repainted Anakin Skywalker figure!

Sideshow Collectibles 12" Gamorrean Guard Announced

Sideshow Collectibles has posted a new teaser image to announce their upcoming 12" Gamorrean Guard figure! Priority Pre-Ordering will begin next Thursday, June 24th, with the launch of the weekly Sideshow Newsletter!

SDCC 2010 Exclusive 12" Clone Lieutenant Reminder

Just a reminder that Sideshow Collectibles' San Diego Comic-Con exclusive for this year, the 12" Clone Lieutenant figure, will go up for priority pre-ordering at 10AM (Pacific) on Thursday, June 24th for Comic-Con attendees and on Friday, June 25th for non-attendees.

Sideshow Collectibles Edition Size Update

Sideshow Collectibles has announced the final edition sizes for two upcoming products. The regular edition 12" Greedo figure edition size has been set at 1977 pieces worldwide, while the Senate Duel - Yoda vs. Darth Sidious diorama edition size has been set at 750 pieces worldwide.

Sideshow Collectibles "Ask Sideshow" Update

Sideshow Collectibles has posted a few new Star Wars related questions in their latest Ask Sideshow session. Follow the link for hints at the future of cantina aliens and the Jedi Coucil in the 12" line.

Star Wars: The Old Republic - Armor Progression

Today's Star Wars: The Old Republic Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) update focuses on the Armor Progression in the game. Follow the link to check out the new trailer that showcases just a few of the thousands of sets of armor and equipment available to you as a Bounty Hunter.

Gentle Giant Muftak and Kabe Mini-Bust Announced

Gentle Giant has announced the Muftak and Kabe 2-Pack Mini-Bust set. The Muftak and Kabe mini-busts stand approximately 7" and 5" high respectively and will retail for $129.99 in Winter 2011. Click on the thumbnail for a closer look and then head on over to EntertainmentEarth to pre-order yours today!

Hallmark Announces 2010 San Diego Comic-Con Exclusive

At San Diego Comic-Con this summer, Hallmark will be selling an exclusive Keepsake Ornament 2-Pack featuring K-3PO and R-3PO, protocol droids from The Empire Strikes Back. The 2-pack will be limited to 1000 sets with limited amounts being sold each day of the show.

New Walmart Jabba the Hutt Loose Pictures

The gang at Sandtroopers have posted some great new pictures of the upcoming Walmart exclusive Jabba The Hutt box set. Click on over to check out Hasbro's latest version of the mighty slug crime lord, this time (finally) with his throne!

Star Wars: The Old Republic - Player Ships

Today's Star Wars: The Old Republic Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) update focuses on the game's Player Ships. Follow the link to check out the new trailer that shows off the Jedi Corellian Vanguard-Class light corvette and Sith Fury-Class Imperial Transport.

An Excerpt from Hyperspace Adventures

The first two books in the Adventures in Hyperspace series, Fire Ring Race and Shinbone Showdown, are in bookstores now. Both books were written by Ryder Windham and published by Scholastic, Inc. Check out the Official Star Wars Website to read an excerpt from Fire Ring Race.

Star Wars Soundboards Update - Obi-Wan Kenobi

StarWars.com has added thirty Obi-Wan Kenobi soundbites from the prequels to their Star Wars Soundboards. Follow the link and have some fun mixing and mashing the quips from Kenobi.

Star Wars Action News - Podcast # 249 Available

Star Wars Action News has posted their latest podcast episode entitled Allies. In this episode, the SWAN team brings in their allies for a jam-packed show! Paul from JTA discusses their 2010 Legacy recap, Berent goes to The Vader Project in LA, and Brock reviews the latest Fate of the Jedi novel!

Star Wars: The Old Republic - New Screen Shots

Today's Star Wars: The Old Republic Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) update offers up a pile of new screen shots from the game. Follow the link to check out the pics!

JediDefender Wishlists 2010: Return of the Jedi

Just a reminder that our pals over at JediDefender are running their annual Hasbro action figure Wishlist poll. Click on over to the JediDefender Forums and cast your Return of the Jedi votes today!

Star Wars: The Old Republic - Hope

In conjunction with the 2010 Electronic Entertainment Expo in Los Angeles, LucasArts will release new information about Star Wars: The Old Republic all week long! They've kicked off the announcements with a new trailer, Hope, that showcases some of the action in The Battle of Alderaan.

Dark Horse Star Wars for September 2010 and Beyond

The Official Star Wars Website has posted a summary of the Dark Horse comics scheduled to hit comic shops in September 2010 and beyond. Head on over for all the details and cover images!

G4's Star Wars Strikes Back Special

StarWars.com has posted the scoop on an upcoming Star Wars TV special airing on G4 later this week. Star Wars Strikes Back will round-up the latest info on Celebration V, offer a sneak peek at The Clone Wars Season 3, and more. The show airs on June 17th at 9PM ET only on G4.