 Dateline: Jedi Dom reporting. "Hey Troops, Here's a true Scalper-fighting report. After finding nothing at Wallyworld and Big K, I went to TRU. They had lots of stuff such as Sec. Cer. Padme, Wat Tambor, Padawans, Yoda and youngling, Bariss O., WA-7, Emperor, Trooper with bike, and Jedi 3 pack. BUT out of the corner of my eye I saw a guy carrying 3 Clone Wars deluxe packs. From a distance I couldn't tell what they were. Immediately I thought: SCALPER. When he saw me loading up, I'm sure he thought the same thing about me. As he came closer I got brave enough to ask if he had any Durges with bikes. He said, 'Sure do, I already have one, but I picked up one for a friend. Want it?' And he handed it to me! I couldn't believe it. After explaining that my pile of figs was only one of each, I thanked him profusely. Now that's what I call a true, blue scalper-fighting sandtrooper. He also let me in on the fact/rumor that the red-trimmed ARC Troopers are coming out to tie in with the Clone Wars cartoons and that they should be widespread soon. Anyway, thanks for letting me go on about someone who believes in 'United We Find.' |
On a hot tip from reading Yakface.com, I decided to check out a local Dr. Who convention that was hosting Micheal Sheard (Admiral Ozzel). The Chicago Tardis is a Dr. Who show that has been going on annually for the last 15 years. Among the many things I learned about Michael were his website and a couple of books he has written like Yes, Mr. Bronson and Yes Admiral. Both were on sale at the show but sold out by the time I was able to conduct my interview. If you are interested in purchasing either of these titles, check out his site for details. The Admiral had much to say regarding the Prequels, Hasbro and the release of his upcoming action figure. For more of my exclusive interview with Micheal Sheard, click here.
"Hey troops, Lin Que from Omaha, NE with a request for help. I am a collector of Marvel Legends figs. I am looking for Series V Blade and was wondering whether someone finds one if they could pick me up one. I will pay or trade for the effort. I also have access to Masters of the Universe vs the Snakemen Figs if someone is interested. Lin Que out."
Dateline: Power of the Bay "Hey, wanted to give all a heads up that these people are still out there trying this crap again."
There are at least two chase figures in this new assortment. The first is Indiana Jones. The other is the Sandtroopers. They have different coloured shoulder paldrons and weapons (rifle/blaster). Only the orange and white are shown but there may be other colours as well. We'll keep you informed. Thanks to Sandtrooper Yubyub for the info.
"Hey Troops, Matt from Duluth, MN checking in. I would like to give a quick thanks to Spice and to Tammy, who sent me some info for my Darth Vader costume, it was helpful. We finaly have the new waves in stock up here and from searching all the local stores I have just about ALL the new figs, what a great week. I would like to ask for some help again. Is there anyone who has a Silver Convention Vader for sale or trade? I have been trying to get this figure for some time but just cant afford the $130 price tag on 
"Hey Troops, Sean from Canada here. I have three red ARC Troopers from the Clone Wars line. Our local Wal-Mart got the entire wave in. If anyone wants to trade or buy, I'm looking for the new Emperor, Ayy Vida, Dignitary and anything else new. Thanks."
Hey Troops, the mercury is starting to stay south here in Northern Illinois and due to a tight work schedule I have needed much assistance in the covering of my area. Trooper Matt-Large (a.k.a. Matt Tambor of the Kenosha, WI Techno Union) had discovered the remains of the second Clone Wars wave at the Wal-Mart in Kenosha, thus claiming the lone Gen. Obi-Wan as his prize. Agent Tweeny uncovered some of the new Unleashed assortment at the Gurnee, IL Toys 'R' Us. I had a day of an extensive run last Friday and I have come up with jack. However much to my delight when I got home from a rough day at work I found all 4 new Clone Wars and 3 from the Outlander Nightclub encounter laying on my War-Room floor! Finally I have converted her to the dark side! My wife found them at the Zion, IL K-Mart. So with much assistance to Lord Spiceowan, I am finding stuff at ease. With exception of the McQuarrie Stormtrooper and Kran Blista Vanee, I have seen just about every new release the past two weeks. Kind of nice, even the buster stores like the "K" are starting to come around. Also they had the pegwarmers clearanced to $5 dollars, how about that for some humor. Good luck to you good Troops out there. Kick A$% and take names.
"The rebel heroes have been awarded with medals for their uncommon valor in the destruction of the Death Star. The great hall of the Massassi Temple on Yavin IV was utilized for the ceremony." - ACPin
Some Troops wrote asking what ALDI is. ALDI is a discount grocer that began in Germany and introduced the limited assortment concept to the U.S. in 1976 when the first stores opened in southeastern Iowa. Today, ALDI has 671 stores in 25 states from Kansas to the eastern seaboard. Here is a 
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"Well it has been a long time since I have made a report here because overall here in Canada there hasn't been a lot happening. The only new things that we have had in the last couple of months has been the Han Hoth and Chewy Mynock wave and then in recent weeks we got a few gold cards (Vader and Luke Throne, C3P0, Snowtrooper, Jango Kamino). Of course those have all been sold because we in Canada never know when we will get new stuff. Rumour is also circulating here in Canada that we may be getting some Unleashed figures later on this month. Which ones? Nobody knows. TRUs are not sure themselves. From what I can see everyone down in the US is having no trouble keeping up with figures. Send 'em north please. I'm also looking for some fellow troopers that I can hook up with for getting figures. Any and all help is needed, Thanks. I'm almost always on Snowtroopers.ca (CMKMACD) so you can come check things out or drop me a line in the Alberta forum (provincial sections)." - Chris
"This is an answer for Jimmy1236. I have realized that the rants that I made in the past where unproductive and new stuff has come to my area, slow as it may. Things are looking up here I am glad to say, judging by my find Saturday the 15th with the Unleashed figures. I apologize if I offended anyone but I was frustrated. It seems that every state except for mine was getting loads of stuff. Back when TRU had their clearance sale we didn't see any of the cool stuff like Wuher and the Fan Club 4. We got stuck with the lame Ep I crap. Target never got the Y-Wing. Things are looking up here. Take care."
"Hey all, any idea whatever happened to Chad? I just realized today that I haven't seen a post from him in a lo~o~o~ong time ... so I checked the archives. The last time I saw a post for him was September 12, any idea?"
With Hasbro making Imperial Dignitaries, Lt. Dannl Faytonni, and even Jimmy Smits, it's only a matter of time before some of the choices above get tackled by the mold-makers in China. Tonika sister three pack with Han? Sure, or that General Crix Madine you guys want to see get remade. Darth Maul and Jango Fett? Hasbro's catalog will be bristling with those two characters for years, despite any cries of "enough." And even though Hasbro has made dozens of versions of Qui-Gon Jinn, it's time for a plastic apology for the glandular disorder Saga Qui-Gon. Now, remember last month presented a Lando-esque "Double Deuce" of polls to vote in? Here are Extensive Poll No. 8 results:
Next up, let's gauge the true scarcity of so-called "hard to find" Clone Trooper Army variant packs. Were some harder to find than others, or, did a scalper swoop in, creating an extra unwanted step in this equation? Vote in Extensive Poll No. 9 above.
7 NEW SAGA FIGURES IN STOCK! Sleazebaggano + McQuarrie Trooper, Ayy Vida, Bail Organa + more. Holiday Edition Yoda IN STOCK ! Silver Clone Trooper & Boba Fett in stock! 
with Sandtrooper ESPN Eric:
It is the VETERAN, not the preacher,
"Hey everyone, it's been a while since I've posted anything, but things have been coming into Indy at such a slow trickle that it's not really worth reporting! A figure here and there, ho hum. I did find the concept stormie last Friday at Target on E. Washington St. BUT ... Here's the thing, I was looking around on 
"Hi Troops, Donna from So Cal here. Was not able to take advantage of the Target sales this week with any new figures. Mostly all they had was the first wave of Clone Wars figures. Same for Wal-mart and TRU. K-mart had the Deluxe Durge wave, as did KB. But I also found the red Clonetrooper 3-pack at KB. Lastly, I need to shout a 'HUGE THANKS' to Jedimaster-C. After failing to complete a trade with him, he was awesome enough to sell me the green Clonetrooper 3-pack at cost. Because of him, I now have the complete set of the five colored 3-packs. Happy Hunting to all!!!"
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"Been trying to get here all day to make this report, the Target in Killeen, TX, Friday, had the Bail Organa wave and the new Concept Stormtrooper. All of the figures were pretty darn impressive, the dignitaries, Padme and the holo Obi-Wan with Bail Organa is awesome. Nothing else here to report from Central Texas. Starfox signing out."
Dateline: Trooper Shaun's New Zealand HQ "Hi Jason, I am a collector from New Zealand and we will not see these red ARC Troopers for at least 3 months, if ever. My son is almost 5 and is collecting as well. Hasbro NZ only brings in limited stocks of all the Clone Wars & new Saga waves. To make it more difficult, the web-based retailers in NZ and Australia buy up all the stock, and, what little makes it to retail is about 2 or 3 times the price you pay at retail in the US. I would dearly love to give him something very unique like one of these New Red Arc Troopers for Christmas (that he doesn't know exists). Can anyone at Sandtroopers.com help?
Hey Troops, hooked up with Private Mat Tambor of the now Kenosha, WI Techno Union (moved from Racine) and hit several stores today. Scored new Durge, Clone Trooper on Speeder, and a couple of Red Clone 3 packs I picked up for trade. All this at the Kenosha, WI K-Mart! Thanks again for the tips guys to start hitting the "K" again. We lost many stores in this area when they filed bankruptcy to generate money for the Martha Stewart legal defense fund. It is good to see it getting back on track. Kenosha Wal-Mart had the remains of the Gold Cards with a lone Darth Maul and the newest Tusken Raider as well as a couple of Rebel Troopers. Target in Kenosha had the Screen Scenes and many Saga Red Battle Driods with your usual Lott Dod and Orn Free Ta mixed in. The newest shelf warming Gunship and the Hailfire Droids and Geonosian Fighters.
