March 2002
Posted by: vaughn | 31 March 2002 | 19:42 EST
Trooper John reports:
I have (2) sets of the Teebo wave and 2 R4-M9's and 2 Teebo's extra also,I got them for $7.32 each at Kmart.Shipping is $3.50 a figure or $4.50 for a whole wave. LMK at Ozziehihorse@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 31 March 2002 | 19:41 EST
Trooper chabibby reports:
Hey troopers. I want to start off by wishing everyone a happy easter. I have a question for those who managed to get the Toy Fair Vader. Has anyone recieved a damaged vader besides me? Does anyone know if the Fan Club has a stash of Vaders to replace for dameged ones? I would appreciate any info. Thanks, and once again happy easter.
chabibby@hotmail.com
From what Ive heard the FC does NOT have replacements for damaged figures. Someone in the PA club received a damaged vader and they offered him a refund, since apparenly they had no replacements, but it wouldnt hurt to contact them and find out. If that doesnt work, then your best bet would be to find someone who has one carded but wants to open it and trade...
Posted by: vaughn | 31 March 2002 | 19:38 EST
Kevin from K&C Collectibles writes:
Dear Star Wars Collector,
The newest Episode 2 Attack of the Clones product has arrived.
Now In-Stock
Episode 2 - Collection 2 - set of 6 figures - Includes:
Boba Fett - Kamino Escape
Tusken Raider - mother with child
Captain Typho - Padme's Security
Shaak Ti - Jedi Master
Battle Droid - Arena Battle
Plo Koon - Arena Battle
Your last chance to pre-order the Episode 2 - Attack of the Clones Trading Card boxes is April 1, 2002 at 5:00pm CST.
Come visit our site at http://www.kandccollectibles.com and get the latest Star Wars collectible.
Posted by: Jason | 31 March 2002 | 16:50 EST
Daily News from Around the Web... by J.
"This place can get a little rough" - High Quality image of Cantina Alien and soon to be SWS 3.75" figure Djas Puhr over at RebelScum.
(Jawa sentence fragment) - Check out this latest giveaway from the Jawa: an opener set of Sneak Preview figures. Just post on this topic at the Jawa/Sandtroopers Forums. Follow this link or use the link on our the left side of our home page (See yesterday's Daily News for even MORE contest opportunities).
For $200, the answer is sleeping - JundlandWastes.com User Poll - Where will you be midnight April 23rd?
Super Troopers - Which Episode II soldier is cooler? Super Battle Droid or Clone Trooper? Take the poll at StarWars.com.
Men in Black - News at Episode-X.com features AT-TE (AOTC walker vehicle) Technical Details and Jedi Dress Code revealed (sort of).
Anyone who wants a modified shopping list for your April 23rd AOTC toys, including Collection, Wave, and case packs, just send me an email Jason@sandtroopers.com
Posted by: vaughn | 31 March 2002 | 13:13 EST
Trooper YGL reports:
Hey, folks. First, and most importantly, Happy Easter to everyone! Not much new here in Kansas City in the past few days. We had the very cool BoShek wave a few days ago at Wal-Mart- but I still haven't seen the Snowspeeder or TIE Bomber in stores yet. Can you guys believe we are just about six weeks away from what looks to be the definitive "STAR WARS" movie? This one looks to be a "STAR WARS" fan dream come true! In addition to all the toys and collectibles, we also have the clash between good and evil, droids, bounty hunters-a-plenty, monsters, plot twists and turns, speeders, epic space battles, hundreds of Jedi in combat, treachery, an evil ex-Jedi, Obi-Wan and Anakin at the beginning of the end, a battle in the asteroid field, Yoda in action, the Fett boys, and clones, clones, clones! -and this is just the beginning! This movie will rule! All the so-called "fans" who jumped ship after "The Phantom Menace" are already returning in droves!
See everybody at "Midnight Madness II"!
davegrate@msn.com
Posted by: vaughn | 31 March 2002 | 13:07 EST
Trooper Dan reports:
I was looking at the AOTC Collection 1 figures I picked up this morning and noticed a true figure variation on the R2-D2 figure. There are 2 different legs molds as the picture shows. I have 3 R2-D2 figures:
2 of the figures are the figures on the left
1 of the figures is the figure on the right
All the figures have the same date stamp. I am not sure which is harder to get since I only seen 3 AOTC R2 figures, but as time grows closer to the real release date it should be easier to tell.
d-emmons@pacbell.net
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 31 March 2002 | 7:57 EST
Happy Easter Troops!
...From the crew at Sandtroopers.com
He was crucified, died, rose again the 3rd day and I believe it.
Posted by: Jason | 30 March 2002 | 20:56 EST
Teebo Wave for a Trooper and E2 stuff on the way?
Hey Troops, I have a set of Teebo wave figures MOC for cost + shipping and I'm in the process of getting my mitts on the E2 figs with hopes of posting some Figure Reviews here on Sandtroopers.com next week. Happy Easter to you all. Jason@sandtroopers.com
UPDATE: the Teebo wave set is gone as of 3pm on 3/31 - thanks everybody who needed them, glad I could help - until next time!
I'm certain that the eBay auction mentioned in the post below is legit! The only misleading aspect is that the auction title mentions "Toy Fair" Vader; and, even this, is true since the mold was re-used for the toy. It is a prototype of the 1998 Cinema Scene Vader and the seller just happened to choose an opportune time to sell it when fervor is high because of the HTF Toy Fair version ;)
Posted by: vaughn | 30 March 2002 | 20:47 EST
Toy fair proto?
Hey Troops,
Trooper Spiceowan directed me to this ebay auction saying:
Check out E-Bay Item # 1716776317 for the latest in Bogus auction work. It claims to be the Toy fair Vader prototype. I think it is a customizer at work with the Vader that came in the Cinema Scenes "Final Jedi duel" . I think this cat took apart ol' Darth and hit him up with a little primer and named it prototype. To top it off people are bidding on it. If I'm sounding off wrong let me know . I have the loose Cinema Vader and the capes match perfect, I have the Toy Fair vader packaged and I noticed they both have the same stamp 1997. Is this guy the real deal or a fake? If he's fake Post this and expose this Idiot for the Sandtrooper community.
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?MfcISAPICommand=ViewItem&item=1716776317+
What do you troops think? I compared the two and the only real difference I saw was the detail on the belt...
Posted by: Jason | 30 March 2002 | 20:44 EST
Daily News from Around the Web... by J.
"That old man's just a crazy old wizard." - Take the Star Wars psychological profile test and see which Star Wars characters you are most like. Darth Crypt took the test, now it's your turn - Find Your Star Wars Twin.
"...Already becoming the greatest of Jedi." - High-quality images of the upcoming Anakin Skywalker - Hangar Duel figure at RebelScum.com; very cool Loose and Carded
Toy Fair Vader images online - ArtoosNews.com has a nice loose image gallery of the Silver Anniversary Darth Vader.
Force File Easter Eggs Online - Browse through the ForceFiles section at the Hasbro Jedi Quest Kids' Club area, for some images of AOTC carded figures.
A convenient collage - Sir Steve has catalogued some of the aforementioned carded pictures imaged in one web page.
"...a quart of milk, a loaf of bread, and a stick of butter..." - TradeFederation.net originally came up with this nice April 23rd Hasbro product list. You can use as a 'shopping list' of sorts. I rather believe that there is going to be a Mace Windu Basic Figure as well. If you'd like to know which figure is part of which Collection and Wave, just e-mail me at Jason@sandtroopers.com (btw, the opening quote I remembered from an animated segment from an early 1980's Sesame Street sketch in which a kid goes shopping for his mother, keeps repeating the three items out loud on the walk to the grocer, and STILL ends up screwing up the list - Gah! Don't end up like that kid!)
"Utini!" - That Jawa is at it again! Join the frenzy for a free AOTC poster (Contest ends 4/6)
Giveaway - 2 minute drill - Take advantage of the latest and greatest stuff for free out there!
Win a Final Duel Silver Anniversary Set at The Bothan Spy.
YakFace.com is holding a giveaway for an ULTARAMA display system AND you may win a Toy Fair Darth Vader by posting at their "Yak Bak" Forums.
Three giveaways at The Jawa.com right now! First up is the poster giveaway (see above in this news), then, of course, is the Jawa/Sandtroopers Forum giveaway for a Jedi Starfighter, and yep, that's right, Wolf Guy Jack himself, Lak Sivrak MOC from POTF2 Freeze-Frame series. Get on over there!
At Power Collectibles you can enter a drawing for the coveted TRU-exclusive AT-ST (contest ends March 31st).
American Dream Comics still has a Toy Fair Silver Darth Vader up for grabs until April 1st.
"Only a Master of evil..." - Head on over to PegWarmer.com before April 5th for a chance to win the 25th Anniversary Obi-Wan Kenobi vs. Darth Vader. Then try to answer all 5 questions in the "Primary Target" challenge, also at PegWarmer.com. You'll need some knowledge, skill and a bit of luck here! Go NOW because the first question could disappear real soon and it WON'T be back - hurry!
Something to do until April 23rd - Here is the PC emulated game version of STAR WARS: A NEW HOPE. IT'S TOTALLY FREE and I think you'll enjoy it - it is still one of the best Star Wars game out there! This vintage game captures the adventure of Episode IV and offers some fun and very challenging play - believe me, it is tough and very well-done and true to the story! Here is what you'll need:
1. A Windows/DOS PC with preferrably >8MB RAM
2. The Sega 8-bit emulating software (plays tons of free Game ROMS), file is less than 1/2 Meg.
3. The Game ROM. Click on the "handshake" at the bottom of the page, go to "S," then click "Star Wars" to download (btw, this is a Spanish site).
4. Grab the Game Help File and walkthrough. This file will explain the game for you.
5. Have fun and give me some feedback or ask a question; next to Star Wars Trilogy Arcade, this is my favorite Star Wars game.
Posted by: vaughn | 30 March 2002 | 20:33 EST
Trooper Giancarlo reports:
Hi troopers:
It seems that Tampa has been getting a lot of new stuff lately. On TRU (Dale Mabry) I ran across 6 AT-STs as well as a shipping cart full of preview figures. No kidding, the thing was completely full of preview figures. On Walmart I ran across quite a few
Lego sets: Jedi Starfighter, Jedi Duel (Yoda/Dooku), Tusken Encounter, Technic Jango Feet and Super Battle droid, Jango's Slave 1, and last but big, the Republic cruiser set (includes some blue super battle droids, and clone troopers). I had not heard of some of these sets until I saw them last night and this morning. I
almost bought it this morning but did not because it did not ring a price in the price checker and since Slave 1 is $50, I'm assuming this close to $100. The KB in International Plaza has about 6 Jedi Starfighter for 21.99, this are the real thing not the lego one.
gatillo9mm@yahoo.com
Posted by: vaughn | 30 March 2002 | 20:31 EST
Jim from Federation Toys writes:
We have the Tie Bombers and Snow Speeders in stock, and AT-ST also. We will have ALL EPISODE 2 Related 4 inch figures and ships, playsets, Beasts, deluxe and 12 inch, for sale on April 22nd at Midnight on our website. We have info up now. Thanks we will also have TEEBO wave, EETH KOTH wave, and Preview figures back in stock very soon. WE WILL ALSO BE AT CELEBRATION II, Booth # 503 for any one wanting any Exclusive Items for sale there come and stop by Thanks have a great day and MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU ALL.!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Posted by: vaughn | 30 March 2002 | 16:21 EST
Trooper Boba_brett reports:
Boba_Brett reporting from Rocky River,OH.
I found an AT-ST this morning at TRU! AWESOME! There was another one but while I grabbed mine, a mother and her teenage son grabbed the other with a huge GASP! Tons of 25TH Anniversary packs warming shelves everywhere here. Also pre-view figs everywhere mainly Zam & R3. Also saw LEGO Jedi Starfighter but thats it. Have fun finding the figs!
lbg2000@netzero.net
Posted by: vaughn | 30 March 2002 | 16:20 EST
Trooper John reports:
hi there,
is it just me or have you noticed the increase in the toyfair vaders on ebay? it seems that in the past day or so the number of them appearing has increased, can you say scalpers no wonder regular fans like myself couldn't get though to the fan clubit was overrun by money hungry scalpers? I just wanted two of them one to open and one to keep carded hell right now I settle on just one sorry about the rant but stuff like that just P***** me off
john35@bellsouth.net
thats a distinct possibility, but keep your eyes open for contests and trade offers. I think I read jundland wastes will be giving one away soon.
Posted by: vaughn | 30 March 2002 | 16:17 EST
Troopette Donna reports:
Hi Troopers, Donna from So. Cal. After finding nothing at Wal-mart last weekend, I went to three other Wal-marts today and had a very Good Friday. The first Wal-mart had nothing but the 2nd Wal-mart had all the Preview figures so I picked up a few extra Jango Fetts for trade. The last Wal-mart is where I found some new EPII figures. I was able to pick up the Battle Droid, Boba Fett, Captain Typho, Plo Koon, Shaak Ti, and Tusken Raider. However, there was no sign of the Tie Bomber or Crashed Snowspeeder. To top the day off, I got home and received my Toy Fair Vader today. A very sweet piece except for minor paint chip on the lightsaber. Hunting Hunting to all and have a Great Easter.
Theloneswlady@aol.com
Posted by: Cheryl | 30 March 2002 | 14:38 EST
Heads Up for all you Lego Maniacs!
Hey Troopers!
Report from Trooper Bill and Cheryl! We went to Wal-Mart in Fairlawn,OH today and picked up some Episode 2 legos that weren't supposed to be released Until April 23rd. We got the Technic Super Battle Droid and the Jedi Duel set #7103 that includes Yoda and Count Dooku. They had plenty. So get`em while they're hot!
Posted by: vaughn | 29 March 2002 | 21:12 EST
Trooper jeffred5 reports:
Hey troopers,
I have a comment and a question. Someone posted that they got their TF Vader today and that the Fan Club could have saved us some money and just shipped the figure in a "Star" case. I don't have any Star cases but I do have the Protect-O-Pack cases and the cases aren't quite deep enough to close them with the TF Vader carded figure in them. Has anyone tried them in a "Star Case" yet? I'd like to know because I have a few other figures with the same problem. It's not to small by much but if you force it closed it will crush the bubble a little and that kind of defeats the purpose. Does any one know of a case that is a little deeper? So far there are about 5-6 figures that won't fit the Protect-O-Pack like the Destroyer Droids and the pit droid 2 pack. If anyone knows a good solution please let me know because I'm moving soon and I need to protect my figures. I know I can put them in a box with packing material but I'd like a case to put them in for lone term display and protection.
Jeff, when I got my vader at toyfair, he went right into a GENUINE protech star case...fits perfectly. I saw on RS today that protech is introducing a case thats 3/8" deeper...nice for the Flashback figs, destroyer droids, and other "Plus-size" figures. Hope that helps
UPDATE:
Since people keep asking me, here are pictures of the front and back of my cased vader...
Posted by: vaughn | 29 March 2002 | 21:07 EST
Trooper jeffred5 reports:
Hey Fellow Troopers,
I just wanted to let you know that K-mart is selling Jedi Starfighters for $22.99. I know when things first come out we will generally pay almost anything (within reason) because we are just so excited that we found whatever it is. It's like we think if we don't get that one right now that they might not ever get any more or we will never find another one. I know, I'm as guilty and susceptible to this "New Toy Fever" as kids (I won't tell you how old I am, but I no kid any more). Then when the toy has been out for a while we act as if the toy is crap and want them to just be taken of the shelf and make them go away. Then, when they all have been clearance priced and are all gone, we start wanting them again and pay "collector's" prices. This is insane, but I guess it's just human nature to want what we can't have. Anyway I just wanted to let fellow troopers know that even though they aren't floodi! ng the stores, the Jedi Starfighters are showing up more and more so we can actually shop for the best price not just the first one we can find and the K-mart $22.99 price is the best retail store price I've seen or heard of. Also, I'm not very good at giving reviews of things because I thing most things, especially collectibles, are very subjective and I thing everyone should decide for them selves if they like something or not, who am I to tell you weather something is good or bad. But, I do think it's fair to "rate" something on how durable or how long it will last under normal conditions or other tangible things like that. So, (yes, there is actually something relevant to all this) I wanted to tell you all that out of the three Jedi Starfighters I bought; the first one I opened could not keep one of the "detachable" wings on at all and the front landing gear was bent enough to see the white plastic stretch mark at first I thought it was paint and ! it was supposed to look like that, until I opened the second ship and compared them. So, I (sadly) had to return it. Of course they didn't have any more to exchange it with. The second one is better. I can get the wings on, but some times I have to try to get it to stay on several times and they don't always both come off when I press the button. So I just wanted everyone to know about the defects. Who knows, these may have just been some early production bugs or just a couple of lemons. I have only seen these two out of the box, and two out of the hundreds of thousands they will make is hardly a fair sample. So, I'm asking if any other troopers have had any problems with their Starfighters?
docj45@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 29 March 2002 | 21:06 EST
Trooper Dennis reports:
Just wanted to let you guys know to keep checking those Wal-Marts. Today at the Wal-Mart here in Fernandina Beach, Fl. I found two complete sets of Collection II (Episode II) figures (all 6) and at the 103rd street Wal-Mart in Jacksonville My friend and I found four complete sets of collection I (Episode II) figures (all 8). Still no Exclusive Tie Bomber or Luke Snowspeeder. And also no Episode II 12" or ships to be found yet, but all hope is not lost. My friend and I both collect one on the card and one loose but if I find any more I'll pick them up and post it here incase any fellow troopers need them.
I also found the Koth and Zutton wave at Kay-Bee toys at Regency Mall in Jacksonville, Fl. and the Bo Shek wave at Kay-Bee toys at Orange Park Mall in Jacksonville, Fl.
Just a few things I'm still needing. Qui-Gon w/ Eopie, 12" Luke Speeder, Tatooine Skiff, Bantha, and (2) Scanning Crew Troopers. They can be loose because I'm just going to open them anyway. So if anybody wants to trade Let me know what you need or I'll buy them for a fair price.
dennis_slater@hotmail.com
Posted by: vaughn | 29 March 2002 | 21:03 EST
Trooper Orlando reports:
Hello troops, Orlando from McAllen TX reporting; yesterday TRU had 5 ATST, three damaged, one okay, the other one couldn't tell. No more signs of the Bo Shek wave and the preview figures. I got my TF Vader, it's very nice!!!! a good job done on this figure. I also
got two ATST from Amazon.com in case I never got to see them at the local TRU, I was not impressed by the way they were packaged. Although they were not damaged or dinged, the box was too big for the two packages.
I anyone going to Celebration II in Indiana? I have never been to an event like this and would like to hear from other troopers recomendations as what to expect, what to take and what not to take. If I should stay for the whole three days? Is any of the staff from Sandtroopers.com attending? meeting? etc., etc..
PLM at oalejandro69@yahoo.com
Im going to celebration. I think we'll be putting together a list of mail contacts and stuff for celebration soon (maybe through our joint forums. Keep checking back for more information. Also FYI, today is the last day to purchase advance tix and have them mailed to you. They have extended the deadline for purchasing advanced tickets til late april, but you have to pick them up there.
Posted by: Tracy | 29 March 2002 | 19:32 EST
Toy Fair Vader
Hello Troops!
Well, it indeed has been a Good Friday for me, today Fex-Ex delivered my Toy Fair Darth Vader I ordered from the Fan Club Way back on Feb,23rd. It has been a long time since anticipation has gotten the better of me but it did this day. All I can say about the figure is "WOW"!!! or maybe "WOWEE"!! This is by far the best looking figure I have EVER seen and the RETRO black and silver card is perfect for the figure. I don't want to go on and on about it because of those less fortunate who have been unable to get one. Only advise I can give is keep on trying...The figure is well worth it. Also, I have to give the fan club two thumbs up for the packing!! The figure is mint on Mint card, definately collector grade. While I'm Posting, the Teebo wave has finally hit Baton Rouge at all the Wal-Marts and KB Toys, still $6.44 each down here. Also, I was told by my good friend Mike, the new 12" ATOC figs are at Wal-Mart on Perkins so I am on my way to get them as soon as I finish this post. The Jedi-Starfighter was seen at K-Mart and Wal-Mart, but at $20-$25 each I think I will wait for a sale, that is too much for a vehicle without a pilot!! That's about it, for those who were lucky enough to place an order the first time, your package sould arrive soon!! YOU WONT BE DISAPPOINTED!!
Keep the faith Troops!
Posted by: vaughn | 29 March 2002 | 18:55 EST
Updated Pix and Holocron
Hey Troops,
I finally got a set of "banged up" Teebo wave to open. Pictures of R4-M9 have been posted...finally (here).
The holocron has been updated...this weeks item is the VINTAGE imperial shuttle. Drop in and see the pictures here.
Vader and clan arrived from the fan club yesterday and today. Im not exactly sure what we got for an extra shipping charge. They coulda saved a bunch of trouble by shipping it in a star case...no extra packing necessary! All of the vaders had some small damage to the sticker on the front and most had creases on the back from the attachment of the bubble. collector grade my ***. Anyway, hope everyone who wanted one, got one. If not, they will be floating around...prices SHOULD come down.
Posted by: Jason | 29 March 2002 | 18:23 EST
Daily News from Around the Web... by J.
"Prices so low, you'll think they've suffered brain damage" - Sir Steve's Guide has more hard info on a $.56 price drop at Wal*Marts from $6.44 to $5.88. Take that Mega-Lo-Mart.
More Salt 'N' Vinegar Jar Jar Potato Chips on the Way - Frito-Lay mass merchandising AOTC promotional information on TheForce.net.
"I'll take Billy Dee Williams to block" - Yup, that's right, Billy Dee Williams, Lando Calrissian himself, is set to be on Hollywood squares next week (Monday & Tuesday); check your local listings.
Online Star Wars information resource - StarWarsKids.com has updated their Episode II database with more droids and tools & technology.
Rundown of current Giveaways; Hurry, most current contests end soon! - YakFace.com is holding a giveaway for an ULTARAMA display system.
Three giveaways at The Jawa.com right now! First up is a set of AOTC Sneak Preview Figures, then, of course, is the Jawa/Sandtroopers Forum giveaway for a Jedi Starfighter, and yep, that's right, Wolf Guy Jack himself, Lak Sivrak MOC from POTF2 Freeze-Frame series. Get on over there!
Still time to enter the giveaway for Sneak Preview set of figures over at The Bothan Spy.
At Power Collectibles you can enter a drawing for the coveted TRU-exclusive AT-ST (contest ends March 31st).
American Dream Comics still has a Toy Fair Silver Darth Vader up for grabs until April 1st.
"Only a Master of evil..." - Head on over to PegWarmer.com before April 5th for a chance to win the 25th Anniversary Obi-Wan Kenobi vs. Darth Vader. Then try to answer all 5 questions in the "Primary Target" challenge, also at PegWarmer.com. You'll need some knowledge, skill and a bit of luck here! Go NOW because the first question could disappear real soon and it WON'T be back - hurry!
Posted by: Jason | 29 March 2002 | 16:05 EST
Sandtrooper Jason reports:
Hey gang, I have a set of Teebo wave available for someone who needs it and I can get Jango Fett & Clone Troopers for anyone who needs them - just let me know real soon.
Our Lockport, NY K*Mart that's closing has Darth Fix-it wave figures and the Episode 1 lightsabers at some steep mark-downs.
At Ames today, a lady was stocking toys and there was a case of E2 Jedi Starfighters on the pallet, I could have snatched it, but don't really want one right now, anyhow there was a stamp saying "not on shelf before April 23," so it was taken to the back room until then.
When the 6'7" 350 lb. inbred toy clerk at my Wal*Mart saw me looking around today, he asked what I was looking for. I mentioned the exlusive Star Wars vehicles. With glazed over sardonic expression, he said "(...) April 23rd (...)." I told him that these vehicles were starting to go to retail around the country right now, he said in the most cruelly slow and condescending tone he could muster "I Should CERTAINLY HOPE so." And they think I'M strange. Anyway, antagonize your local store clerk and staff today and it will feel soooo good, so stick it to the man.
Jason@sandtroopers.com
Posted by: Steve | 29 March 2002 | 13:53 EST
New Review
Hey Troops, I have posted a review of the Stark Hyperspace War series from Dark Horse. Click here to check it out.
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 29 March 2002 | 12:13 EST
INSANITY on E-Bay
Troops,
Question:
What is MORE stupid then some Jack@$$ selling a new SAESEE TINN EP2 figure on e-pay with a bid starting at $125.00???
Answer:
The idiot that bid on it! Check it out......I can't believe this crap. Troops, EP 2 figs will be warming the pegs soon. PATIENCE pays!
INSANE PRICE
Posted by: vaughn | 29 March 2002 | 11:57 EST
Trooper Flip55 reports:
TROOPER FLIP55 REPORTING. FOUND TIE BOMBER. SNOWSPEEDER, LIGHTSABERS AT MY WALMART. SANTA MARIA, CA.
NICK FROM A.G. IF YOU READ THIS HEAD ON DOWN THERE TODAY. LOST YOUR E-MAIL ADDRESS. HAVE A GOOD DAY
ptsm66@msn.com
Posted by: vaughn | 29 March 2002 | 11:16 EST
Kevin from K&C Collectibles writes:
Dear Star Wars Collector,
The newest Episode 2 Attack of the Clone product has arrived. Jango Fett, Jango Fett's Slave 1 and Jedi Duel legos.
Now In-Stock
Jedi Duel - with Yoda and Obi-Wan Kenobi
Jango Fett
Jango Fett's Slave 1
Still Available:
Obi-Wan Kenobi's Jedi Starfighter
The set of 3 New POTJ figures include:
Teebo
R4-M9
Bo Shek
The set of four Episode 2 figures include:
Jango Fett
Clone Trooper
Zam Wesell
R3-T7
Come visit our site at http://www.kandccollectibles.com and get the latest Star Wars collectibles.
Posted by: vaughn | 29 March 2002 | 11:15 EST
Trooper YGL reports:
Hey, folks. Young George Lucas reporting from Overland Park, KS (Kansas City area). Tonight, my local Wal-Mart received the BoShek wave and the Vader/Obi-Wan "25th Anniversary" wave. If you are still in need of any of these, check WallyWorld. Also, today I received my Toy Fair Vader shipment from the Fan Club- they arrived in great shape. I know a lot of people were steamed that they couldn't get through to order these- but at least the Fan Club did try to make these available, and at a fair price. I hope they can also make the Celebration II exclusive figure available also.
davegrate@msn.com
Posted by: vaughn | 29 March 2002 | 11:14 EST
Trooper Madeus reports:
Have been out of the 'hunt' the past few months but decided to catch up this weekend on missed figures. Not much in the ft worth area except at TRU in the HEB area...nice gold mine...lots of Ep II early edition figures and quite a few sandtroopers from POTJ line. Found 5 at-st at TRU in east ft worth off of I-30. I guess I totally missed the Boshek wave - Any help on that line would be good!
Also, anyone know where I can get a full list of POTJ
action figures produced?
madues@fanforce.net
Posted by: vaughn | 29 March 2002 | 11:12 EST
Trooper Philly Dave reports:
WHATS UP EVERYONE PHILLY DAVE HERE TO REPORT WENT TO THE COTTMAN AVE TOYS R US AND THEY HAD TONS I MEAN TONS OF PREVIEW FIG. I DID PICK UP A CLONE TROOPER AND AN FX-7 DROID BUT THE DIFFERANCE HERE WAS THAT THEY RUNG UP ALL 5.99 MAYBE THERE IS A PRICE DROP . AS WELL TODAY GOT MY TOY FAIR VADER FROM THE FAN CLUB I WAS VERY SATISFIED THATS IT FOR NOW GUYS PEACE
NICHOLASD928@AOL.COM
Posted by: vaughn | 29 March 2002 | 11:09 EST
ACPin writes:
Luke listens intently to the Jedi Master Yoda for guidance and wisdom as the whole meaning of the Force unravels before him.
head on over and see the rest of the diorama at ACPin Star Wars
Posted by: vaughn | 29 March 2002 | 11:06 EST
Trooper jedichirp reports:
I stopped at the Greenwood, Indiana Walmart this morning and found the sneak preview figs. I picked up Zam and the droid for myself. They had about 5 Zam's and 5 droids and 1 Jango left on the pegs for $5.88. Also, the TRU in Greenwood received a shipment of the EP II Starfighter for $24.99. I saw it last week at Walmart for $19.96. Good luck.
chad.mcdonald@IWCR.com
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 29 March 2002 | 8:18 EST
"TALES FROM THE CRYPT..."
MARYLAND troopers,
I had a chance to stop by and check out the new Toys R Us in Clinton Maryland yesterday after getting a really fun root canal at my dentist. I had a little trouble looking for Star Wars stuff at TRU because I had to keep pulling my left eyebrow back down from the back of my head due to the nerve the doc hit when he was doing a Roto-Rooter in my ole canals. He hit that nerve and WHAM, I stood straight up in the chair yelling "I never touched the babysitter!"
AnyHoo- They have PLENTY of the ATST in stock as well as a bunch of Lego Tie Interceptors on clearance. No new figs though. The E.T. stuff they had was pretty cool. The ATST's are closer to the back wall on the action figures side. A little tricky to see, so look a little more carefully there.
Later troops...
Ps. my eyebrow is back to normal this morning...and no charges have been pressed in the babysitter incident! A good day to all...
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 29 March 2002 | 8:07 EST
Sandtrooper AndyVW reports:
Hey Troops! Finally a good day in Huntsville, AL. The ToysRus has 5 AT-STs, 2 Jedi Starfighters and a full end cap of Snealk preview figs as of 3:00 PM Today! Just when I had almost given up on collecting here!
Hope this helps some fellow troopers in the area.
AndyVW
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 28 March 2002 | 10:43 EST
2 funnymen leave this world...
R.I.P.
"Uncle Miltie" Milton Berle (July 12, 1908 - Mar 27, 2002)
Dudley Moore (1936 - Mar 27, 2002)
Posted by: vaughn | 28 March 2002 | 8:59 EST
Trooper Dennis reports:
more on the toyfair vader
I talked to a person at the Fan Club on Tuesday and he told me to keep checking the web site. They will put them up on the site if they have any returns or declined credit cards. They will not be receiving any more though. He said Hasbro only had license to produce a certain number from Lucas Films and that production was done. Luckily I got mine today when they reappeared on the site. Just keep checking and maybe they'll show up again.
dennis_slater@hotmail.com
Posted by: vaughn | 28 March 2002 | 8:56 EST
Trooper Marks reports:
I found the Jedi star fighters at a TRU in Atlanta, GA. but the salesman refused to let me purchase them, saying that they were not to be put out untill the 23rd. there were about 10 of them all MIB... Also found the Lego Fetts "Slave One" at a Wal-Mart but they were not in the system to be sold...If any one has a "extra" Darth Vader toy fair exc. that they want to trade, Please let me know... I have a Vallourm/ Guard 12" and a set of MOC sneak preview figs. and alot of other good stuff , to trade for the Darth Vader... Please let me know what you want for a trade, I might be able to help...
EugenFJR@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 28 March 2002 | 8:55 EST
Trooper Greg reports:
Walmart In Oshkosh WI Just put out a ton of Episode II Figures.
Jango Fett, Boba Fett, Kit Fist, Plo Koon, Battle Droid, Super Battle Droid.12-14 in all I believe. Jedi Starfighters as well. I have yet to see the preview figures or the Boshek wave or Zutton or Eeth Koth for that matter but it was pretty sweet to walk in to see something new.
tiepilot@vbe.com
Posted by: vaughn | 28 March 2002 | 8:54 EST
ACPin writes:
Remember the email I sent the FC last Friday? I didn't think much that the FC would respond to it anyway. Just thought I'd vent my frustration about it. But yesterday I got this email from the FC.
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We know that the site was severely overburdened last Thursday night and was unable to process many people's orders. You will have one more chance to purchase this item, though. We will have a very limited number available for members only by phone only on Wednesday 3/27/02 at or slightly after 9:00 AM Pacific time, Wednesday. We do not recommend telling anyone about this as there are very limited numbers available and this is intended for people that missed out on ordering through no fault of their own.
Hope that helps,
xxxxxx
Star Wars Fan Club
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This morning I was on the phone for about 30 minutes before I got through. Yes! I did get my order in. Kudos to the folks at the FC for responding to my email. I hope that the other Sandtroopers who also sent the FC an email similar to what I did also got theirs.
Posted by: vaughn | 28 March 2002 | 8:51 EST
Trooper Kent reports:
I've been following all those posts regarding WalMart employees putting SW AOTC merchandise out a month early. Well it's true, I picked up two sets of the first 12" figures - Anakin, Obi-Wan, and Clone Trooper today.
Here's the deal - I don't collect 12" figures - my main interest is the SW 3 3/4" action figures. I'm willing to trade for POTF2 Death Star Troopers, POTF2 Ree Yees, POTF2 Gammorean Guards, POTJ Rebel Troopers (Yavin), and POTJ Imperial Officers, POTJ R2Q5 (black R2 units), or even any new non-preview SW AOTC 3 3/4" figures. I also have two AOTC Jedi Starfighters for trade as well.
Trooper Kent from the Central Coast, California
If you are interested in trading with Kent, just post to the site
UPDATE:
Hello Kent I have a bunch of what you are interested in and I am Very interested in your new 12" figures, Please contact me @
tj_jediknight@webtv.net or TandJ914@webtv.net
UPDATE:
This is for Trooper Kent from the Central Coast, California (or anyone else who's interested). I have R2-Q's, among other things to trade. LMK if you still need one.
dsoll@execpc.com
Posted by: vaughn | 28 March 2002 | 8:38 EST
Trooper R4-M9 reports
According to rebelscum.com people have been finding the tie bomber and snowspeeder in their local walmarts (san diego, CA). Collectors might want to take an extra trip to walmart in the next few days to see if there walmart has them in.
Also, if anyone needs preview figures that are willing to trade for the jedi starfighter or older POTJ figures like IG-88 and security droid, let me know. I just went to my local walmart and they had about ten of each.
r4_m9@hotmail.com
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 28 March 2002 | 8:19 EST
*NEW* EP2 fig pics at Rebelscum
Pics from the new EP2 collection are being shown over at Rebelscum
Theforce.net has posted a few more pictures that link back to RS.
Highlight to read:
Jettster
Jar Jar (Gungan Senator)
Genosian Warrior
Saesee Tiin
Nikto Jedi Knight
Posted by: Tyler | 27 March 2002 | 22:53 EST
Stormtrooper Guns Anyone?
Hey Troopers,
My Walmart here in North Bay, Ontario just put their POTJ figures on clearance for $1 CAN. They only had 4 Bespin Escape Leia's left but I picked them up for anyone who may want the Stormtrooper guns that come with her (2 per card). If anyone's interested LMK. Cost would be $3 US tax inc for the eight guns plus shipping. Still no sign of the preview figures here yet :(
Posted by: Jason | 27 March 2002 | 22:43 EST
Daily News from Around the Web... by J.
"Part three in a fifty-seven episode saga" - StarWars.Hasbro.com has the latest installment in the 57 part web-documentary "The Making of Ephant Mon." This time it's the figure after being painted (pause ) (cough).
"Wal*Mart exclusives showing up in U.S." - Action Figure Times Chat has a tidbit on the Crashed Snowspeeder and TIE Bomber showing up at Wal*Marts in Ontario, CA. They were found in San Diego, CA also, by one of the folks over at SirSteve's Guide.com. EVEN MORE reports at TheForce.net pegging these down in Arizona and So. California. See you all at Wal*Mart!
"Old man with a lightsaber" - New AOTC screenshots, just scroll down to the article from 3/26 entitled "EPISODE II - 3 WEITERE NEUE PICS" to see Zam, Dooku and Dooku FIGHTING Obi-Wan! Get over there before LFL pulls these from the 'net!
Jason@sandtroopers.com
Posted by: vaughn | 27 March 2002 | 21:34 EST
Trooper Raja reports:
Redwood City CA, TRU had 9 AT-ST at 4:00 on 3/27/02 as well as the Lego Jedi Star Fighter.
rajabakshi@attbi.com
Posted by: vaughn | 27 March 2002 | 21:21 EST
Chris from Jedichris.net writes:
JediChris.net now has all new forums. The server was changed about a month ago and the old forums would not integrate with the new server. We had to start over but think it is for the better. We want a fresh start with all new Star Wars disscussions. Stop by and check them out. Thanks!
Posted by: Bill | 27 March 2002 | 19:56 EST
Sandtrooper Dark Steve Reports:
Hey Troops OHIO'S DARK STEVE here with a report...I went to Wall-Mart this morning and found the new Jedi Star Fighter out on the shelf (Way too cool)I had to buy 2 of them! They still have 4 left.I talked to the toy manager there he said they are thinking of opening select Wal-Marts at midnight if there is enough interest by collectors & kids out there.So stop in your local Wally Worlds and let them know we want our toys at midnight April 22. My Wal-Mart also lowered there price on all the figures to $5.88 (must be the new price point) MAY THE FORCE BE WITH ALL OF YOU!
Posted by: vaughn | 27 March 2002 | 19:02 EST
its baaaaack....probably only for a few minutes
Hey Troops,
TF vader is making another cameo appearance at the fan club... stop by and experience the frustration of trying to order another one :)
http://swfan.wizards.com/product.asp?ProductID=7665
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 27 March 2002 | 14:09 EST
Sandtrooper custom
A VERY cool Sandtrooper custom by Sandtrooper Yamada!
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 27 March 2002 | 12:26 EST
Sandtrooper Steve reports:
"Hello Everyone.
I found the Jedi Starfighter at a K-Mart Yesterday. They still had a few left at 23 dollars. If anyone would like me to go look, let me know via email and I will go look and see if there are anymore left. I did not see any figures however."
Steve
Denver Colorado
Posted by: vaughn | 27 March 2002 | 12:06 EST
Trooper Jeidchirp reports:
i found the teebo wave at the greenwood walmart in indiana. all they had was one teebo that had been crushed/opened on the bottom. hopefully more will be put out for us because i still need this wave. they had also marked the prices down for their figures from $6.44 to $5.88.
chad.mcdonald@IWCR.com
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 27 March 2002 | 10:18 EST
TALES FROM THE CRYPT...
Ok troops!
If you want to be able to participate in a bigger way for the opening of EP2, build one of these and get with your local movie theatre about an appearance. Most everyone loves Boba Fett (even though I HATED the way he bit the dust, WEAK.. WEAK I say!!!). Not everyone can become Boba Fett...until now! Stand out...BE Boba Fett!
TUTORIAL HERE!
Posted by: Tyler | 27 March 2002 | 8:33 EST
Bobbleheads at the Fan Club!
Hey Troopers,
Want something to put on the dash of your car while driving to the Star Wars Celebration? Well the Fan Club has a set of 3 Star Wars bobbleheads for presale. They include Vader, Boba Fett and a C-3PO/R2-D2. They're a little pricey at $74.97 ($69.99 for members)but look pretty cool. Better hurry though, there's only making 4,000 of these available. Take care Troopers.
Posted by: vaughn | 27 March 2002 | 8:31 EST
Trooper Tim reports:
Hey Troopers,
Just wanted to say I received my movie poster from the Fan Club and it looks spectacular. Looking at just Portman and Christensen, I am reminded of a young Taylor and Clift. It's a great piece and I recommend to others not to let this pass them by.
awingace@msn.com
Posted by: vaughn | 27 March 2002 | 8:30 EST
Troopette Donna reports:
Troopette Donna from So. Cal. checking in. Went to 3 Targets and 1 TRU over the weekend and all had remnants of the EPII Preview wave. All the Jango Fetts were gone and only one Target still had some Clonetroopers left. K-Mart and Wal-Mart still have nothing new. Heard from a local toy dealer that Wal-mart was holding everything back until April 23. The only new item I did find was the Jedi Starfighter at KB Toys which I passed on because I don't collect vehicles unless they have a figure included. Has anyone seen the Playschool toys anywhere yet? Happy Hunting to all.
I heard reports last month of playskool toys hitting one of the department stores in PA (Boscovs). I never heard anything abouut TRU or walmart or target, though. I think some of the online retailers have them.
UPDATE: Trooper joeyjoejoe reports finding these at Boscovs in Scranton PA
Posted by: vaughn | 27 March 2002 | 8:28 EST
Russ from Power Collectibles writes:
Power Collectibles is also now giving away a FREE, on hand random Episode II carded figure with every order of Star Wars items total $50 or more.
Posted by: George | 27 March 2002 | 5:03 EST
AOTC collection 1 hits our troopers in Chile:
This comes from Sandtrooper Chicken the magnificent in Chile:
''Attention collectors from Chile and Sandtroopers around the globe. I want to report that this week (March 25th) in my country (Chile) Hasbro has released officially the AOTC figures collection 1 a month before the USA; Also looks like this is the ''official'' release before any other country. It is not known the motive or opinion from Hasbro in Chile but all the figures are on pegs at all mayor toy stores. It is a real pleasure being part of the primice and communicate it with the rest of the WORLD. I will have more info regarding this subject in my home page @ http://clix.to/polloelmagnifico
Posted by: vaughn | 26 March 2002 | 22:58 EST
Trooper Bruce reports:
Today I picked up two extra AT-ST's for any trooper who DOESN'T have one already. The last two went fast, and with so many emails, I decided to pick up two more. Cost is $32.00 + shipping. I am Leaving for Florida on March 30th and will be back on April 17th. All transactions must be completed before I leave. I will sell to Paypal Buyers before people with checks...sorry for the inconvenience. I deleted all the old emails (sorry) so If you need one, Email me at: bruce@tatooinetrader.com Thanks!, and I hope this helps out any fellow troopers!!
Update: One sold...one to go...
Posted by: vaughn | 26 March 2002 | 22:56 EST
Trooper Tim reports:
Hey Troopers,
The Jedi Starfighter has arrived at the TRU in Foster City, Ca. They are $25 (hack!) 99, there were six when I left, hurry, hurry, hurry!
awingace@msn.com
Posted by: Zack | 26 March 2002 | 18:02 EST
Attention troopers with feedback at the Tatooine Traders Guild...
I am working on transferring everyone's feedback from the Tatoonie Traders Guild to the trader ratings section at the new community forums. If you have feedback at the traders guild and are a member of the community forums, please email me your name and user name and I'll get your feedback moved for you. I'll give everybody a few days to get their info in, so sign up at the forums if you haven't done so already. We are planning on archiving all feedback that isn't moved, so make sure you let us know! I can be reached at zack@sandtroopers.com.
Posted by: Jason | 26 March 2002 | 15:06 EST
Daily News from Around the Web... by J.
Wal*Mart caught putting Episode II figures out early - ArtoosNews.com has a West Coast report of some Episode 2, Collection 2 figures showing up early. On April 23, expect 8 new figures in Collection 1, Wave 1; 6 new figures in Collection 2, Wave 1; 5 new figures in Collection 2, Wave 2; and possibly a Collection 1, Wave 2 case assortment. This means at least 19 different figures, with no more than 2 of each per case.
"I hate flying." - ArtoosNews.com is giving away a Jedi Starfighter. You have until March 28th to enter. Read on how you can enter more than once at their homepage.
"Set as Wallpaper." - Rogue 3 has updated his galleries with over a hundred Kenner Vintage Figure wallpaper motifs for your PC. Take a look!
"You have learned to control your fear" - RebelScum.com has put up photos of the upcoming Bespin Duel Darth Vader. It does look like this figure is very much different than the prototype we saw a year and a half ago. Make sure to look at this awesome loose image! This looks like it could be THE BEST version of a 3.75" Vader to date!
"(Jawa sentence fragment)" - Three giveaways at The Jawa.com right now! First up is a set of AOTC Sneak Preview Figures, then, of course, is the Jawa/Sandtroopers Forum giveaway for a Jedi Starfighter, and yep, that's right, Wolf Guy Jack himself, Lak Sivrak MOC from POTF2 Freeze-Frame series. Get on over there!
"Star Wars - Episode X" - Only 50 days left until Episode II! Check out Episode-X's 138 screenshot rundown of the Clone War trailer.
Posted by: vaughn | 26 March 2002 | 13:40 EST
Bespin Vader???
Apparently the Germans (4-inches.de) had it right...(click here) What we initially dismissed as the "unleashed" vader shortly after the toyfair showing IS apparently a new Bespin Gantry Vader figure. The guys over at RS have posted carded and loose pictures of the figure. Apparently Hasbro believes this is a VERY pivotal moment in the saga if they are releasing the figure in 2 different scales (6" and 3 3/4"). Head on over and check it out. It will be nice to get a new accessory that would be useful in a dio or display, plus (magnetic) force action.
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 26 March 2002 | 12:35 EST
Early EP 2 teaser poster?
EP2ATTACKOFTHECLONES.COM is reporting:
"Attack of the Clones Teaser Poster?
Both Coming Attractions and Dark Horizons have recieved what is allegedly a teaser poster concept image for Attack of the Clones. While the spy who sent it says it is not the actual poster, it was a concept piece in designing it. It features a character not officially described by Lucasfilm yet, so you may want to consider it a spoiler."
ep2attackoftheclones.com
This is fairly old news, but for those that haven't seen it yet...
Posted by: Jason | 26 March 2002 | 12:25 EST
1 more set of Teebo Wave for a fellow Sandtrooper
Hey Gang, this is J and I have ONE set of the TEEBO wave left for a 'trooper for $26 to get it delivered, or I'll trade in-kind for TRU AT-ST, Security Battle Droids, Naboo Royal Guard, or ToyFair Vader.
Daily News from Around the Web will be back today after a two-day hiatus. Yesterday, I got a crown for my molar and for a while I believed I was a hummingbird of some type !
Jason@sandtroopers.com
I'll add an update to this post once the Teebo Wave set is gone :)
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 26 March 2002 | 11:47 EST
MGM studios park in Florida- AOTC opening weekend...
Here is the official word on the usual Star Wars celebration at MGM in Florida (Mother's Day weekend)...
"3/20/02 -- As announced in the 2/22/02 Orlando Sentinel, Star Wars Weekends, normally held at the Disney-MGM Studios in May, will NOT take place this year, even though the new installment of the movie series will debut May 16. A Star Wars event called Celebration II will instead be held in Indianapolis on the first weekend in May.
However, the Disney-MGM Studios will celebrate the nationwide release of Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones during the film's opening weekend, May 17-19, with additional Star Wars characters in the theme park, limited-edition pins, and additional Star Wars characters in the Stars and Motor Cars parade. In addition, Star Wars movie fans will have the chance to mingle with more than 20 camera-friendly Star Wars characters who will be circulating in the theme park.
Star Wars Weekends at Walt Disney World may resume in 2003, according to a Lucasfilms Ltd. spokesperson."
Click HERE for more info.
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 26 March 2002 | 8:36 EST
Carbon Freezing chamber for $10.99???
Yakface.com is reporting...
"The Fan Club has marked down the Carbon Chamber with exclusive Bespin Guard down to a paltry $10.99. Less the $10 coupon you get with a membership, it's a buck and shipping..."
Yakface
Head on over and get the details...
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 26 March 2002 | 8:30 EST
Trooper William reports: AOTC on Access Hollywood tonight...
"Tonight, Access Hollywood has a report on attack of the clones. might be cool..."
William
I know what I'm watching tonight!
Posted by: vaughn | 26 March 2002 | 8:14 EST
Trooper Jeffred5 reports:
Hey Phoenix Troopers,
I went to the PV Toys'R'Us and the Camelback TRU today (Monday) and they both had several AT-STs and some EPII Preview Figs. The PV TRU had all 4 of the preview figs 4-6 of each the Camelback TRU only had Zam And R3-T7. If you don't see any out look up on the top shelves of the isles near the main Star Wars end cap. If you don't find any out on the floor, ask for the boys toys Mgr. they would know if there are any hidden or in back. The only Jedi Starfighters I could find was @ the K-Mart on Cactus @ 32nd St. and they only have one left. The starfighter was $22.99 which is almost the best price I have seen or heard.
DOCJ45@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 26 March 2002 | 8:12 EST
Trooper Sergio reports:
Hey troops. I managed to put an entire Teebo wave on hold at a local
KBToys. If someone needs it let me know. Would prefer to trade for older POTJ figs but I am willing to sell at cost plus S&H
chabibby@hotmail.com
Posted by: vaughn | 26 March 2002 | 8:11 EST
Trooper Shawn reports:
It's been dry here for a while but all that changed last week. I actually got the AT-ST at TRU.(I had ordered one from Amazon thinking I would never see one on the shelf) If anyone would like to trade for the Tie Interceptor let me know, I don't think they ever made it to any TRU around here. Sneak previews are everywhere. 1 full set(all 4)and 1each extra Jango & Trooper available for trade. I tried to post my haves/wants list to the forum but I kept getting an error? Teebo wave has also been at Wally worlds, Targets, Kmarts, and TRU. If anyone still needs anyone from the Tessek wave they have been showing up lately(better late than never) If anyone is interested feel free to e-mail me at itzfitz@prodigy.net
P.S. My birthday is April 23 (I'll be 27 and this is the first birthday I've looked forward to since I turned 21) feel free to send gifts...JK
Posted by: vaughn | 25 March 2002 | 22:44 EST
Trooper Philly Dave reports:
WHATS UP EVERYONE FOUND ABOUT 20 AT-ST AT THE TOYS R US ON COTTMAN AVE AS WELL AS ANOTHER 20 AT THE ARAMINGO STORE IN PHILLY AND AT THE ARAMINGO STORE THEY HAVE 3 TIE INTERCEPTOR IF ANYONE NEEDS ONE LET ME KNOW I AM IN NEED OF A LOOSE Y-WING THE TARGET EXCLUSIVE THANKS NICHOLASD928@AOL.COM
Posted by: vaughn | 25 March 2002 | 22:43 EST
Trooper Mark reports:
Well I thought I would let everyone know whatz going on in SE MI Walmarts had and are gone Sneek peeks but Kmart in Adrian had a complete Sneek peek set on the pegs for $6.99 but they may not last long. Stock lady was in the process of packing all the toys for shipment out. I Do have a Jango Sneek peek for Trade looking for POTJ latest waves. Email me at hotjeep360@hotmail.com
Posted by: vaughn | 25 March 2002 | 22:42 EST
Trooper Bruce reports:
I got a call today from a salesman at swfan.wizard.com and he asked if I still wanted any Toy Fair Vaders!!?? I had tried to order one online last week and couldn't log in as a member. I called their 800 number and after being on hold 1 hour and 10 minutes, He (Steve) updated my info. I then asked if I could just place an order with him since I had him on the phone, but his system was backed up and he couldn't place any orders. He told me to keep trying online. He did say that he would hold 2 figures for me and call me back when he could get in and take the order. (Yeah ....right! I thought). I gave him my phone number and "held my breath". On Sunday, my wife told me that on friday, "some Star Wars guy called the other day". I asked who, and she said that she saved the message on the voicemail. Frantic, and two days after, I listened as Steve from the fan club says, "I have a couple held for you, if you still want them, call me back A.S.A.P as I can't hold them long. I called all day Sunday with no response. Low and behold, I got the call tonight at 6:00 pm CDT and he still had them. So he took my order.
Even though I have my complaints about the Fan Club/Insider, This was an example of a salesman going the extra mile for a customer. I thank him.
the4cbwu@msn.com
Hope we hear more stories like this...glad you got good service!
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 25 March 2002 | 17:06 EST
Cool stuff at Brian's Toys!
"We have just added EPII items by NECA to our website and are taking
pre-orders now. Items will ship in early May.
The items include the first ever Star Wars Snow Globe. The Globe is limited to 5000 pieces. I was a little skeptical about carrying "Snowglobes," at first. But I personally saw the prototype at the New York Toy Fair, and this is a very cool piece. It is about 8 inches in diameter and weighs nearly 10 pounds. Once collectors find out about this item, it's sure to go fast! The other items are an EPII R2-D2 Bank and an EPII Wall Clock both limited to 5000 pieces.
We have pictures of all 3 items on our website at the following link, http://www.brianstoys.com/acatalog/NECA.html
We also have added NECA Tron items, which can be viewed at
http://www.brianstoys.com/acatalog/Tron.html
Brian's Toys
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 25 March 2002 | 16:56 EST
Build a better Backpack! (For Sandtrooper)
Troops,
Want to build a wicked butt-wollapin' Sandtrooper backpack? Hit the link below and get started. This is a fairly easy "how to" and your friends will find it "IMPRESSIVE, MOST IMPRESSIVE!" Use it to carry your lunch to work or join a garrison on Tatooine. Ice box is optional as well as the beer tap.
TUTORIAL HERE!
Posted by: Steve | 25 March 2002 | 15:29 EST
New Jedi Order Book 11
Hey Troops, I just wanted to remind everyone that Enemy Lines I: Rebel Dream (Star Wars: The New Jedi Order, Book 11) by Aaron Allston is being released tomorrow. Personally I am going to wait a couple of weeks to get it because the new Star Wars novels almost always end up on Barnes and Noble's best seller list within a week or two. When they do get on that list, they are always marked down 30%. Add in my 10% off for membership and that is a deal too good to pass up.
Posted by: Steve | 25 March 2002 | 15:23 EST
LEGO and TECHNIC
Hey Troops, I thought I would let you know to check out your local Wal-Marts. I stopped by the Wal-Mart in Lansing, MI this morning and they had an entire pallet of Episode 2 LEGO and TECHNIC sets waiting to be opened. Of course the boxes were all marked do not display until at least 4/23, but I could have easily opened every single box as there wasn't an employee in sight. I could care less about LEGOs so I just passed it by, but for those of you who are interested, you may want to take a look.
Posted by: vaughn | 25 March 2002 | 14:49 EST
Trooper Jeidchirp reports:
Jedichirp from Indy...I found the Jedi Starfighter at the Greenwood Walmart on Sunday for $19.96. They had 2 of them. I also went and saw the Star Wars exhibit at the Indianapolis Children's Museum on Saturday. It is a much smaller exhibit than I thought it would be, but worth seeing. It has the Naboo Starship(yellow) that was used in Episode I. It is about 35 feet long. I think this was just to get us ready for the much larger Celebration II in May. If you are in Indy, make sure to check out the Children's Museum and definately in May for the Celebration II.
chad.mcdonald@IWCR.com
Posted by: vaughn | 25 March 2002 | 14:48 EST
Trooper Rich reports:
You can now some how order vader toyfair online!! Good luck to all. I just completed an order myself.
http://swfan.wizards.com/product.asp?ProductId=7665
rff@sbstone.com
This one is really hit-or-miss. Ive stopped by a few times. Today its said available, sold out, and available...now they've removed it from the database. Who knows whats going on at the FC...
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 25 March 2002 | 11:33 EST
Sandtrooper Will reports:
"I have several items for trade or possible sale, an eopie mint in a tri logo bogo tc-14 mint on card, swimming jar jar mint on card... billy dee williams evolution card auotograph mint and a 1996 deluxe boba fett with one circle on the left hand in a mint package.
thanks...
will kirby
Im looking for vintage items moc"
PS: How about that Halle Berry acceptance speech....Goll Blimey!
Posted by: vaughn | 24 March 2002 | 19:30 EST
Trooper Baldrik reports:
Went to TRU at Tucson Mall today and they had roughley 3 cases of Sneak Preview figures, 2 to 3 cases of the Bo Shek stuff , about 8 to 10 of the AT-ST's and around 6 or so Jedi Starfighters in the way cool blue retro box. Drove over to the other TRU in town and they had nothing. The Oracle Road store has all the new stuff.
Baldrik747@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 24 March 2002 | 17:41 EST
Trooper Erik reports:
In regards to the Fan Club fiasco, well thats why i stopped being a member. It is kind of ridiculous, though, for us to go totally BS about it. I didn't get one....and i tried the first time they were offered. But i got over it and went on with life. There are way to many other things in life to worry about. Like George said folks "lets give this time for our loved ones". I've seen some of you people come into stores with your kids/wives/husbands and you act like not the kids in awe, but spoiled children. Believe me i'm not singling any one individual out. But i sense in some of you that this is all you care about.
I want these things a.s.a.p. also but sometimes i just have to wait. Its o.k. though because someone else got theirs. I'm not jealous of those people. I also don't know if it even was a "scalper" that made off with all of them. I simply choose not to get worked up about it. Too each his (or her) own. When I log onto Sandtroopers i see that in some way shape or form we always end up with what we want. Whether its Trooper Donna in So. Cal. telling us what was out where or BOBB F. hooking me up with the Sandtrooper. It simply gets done. By the way, I still have never ever seen a Sandtrooper on a peg. Catch my drift?
SO, my point is hug someone you haven't hugged in a long time. Hug the stockperson who went the extra mile for you. Hug your dog, they love it. Be nice, be well, and don't go driving like a lunatic in the mall parking lot because you HAVE to get to Target. There are other people living on this rock besides you. Any of you ever think about kharma? Thats the "force" i sense. On that note i'll stop my rambling.
P.S. My intent wasn't meant to anger anyone. GOOD TIMES!!!!!! UNIFICATION
Onyxisfat@aol.com
I agree with your sentiments Erik... I think we're gonna start directing posts like this to a thread in the forum and save the front page for "info". Hope I dont offend anyone by doing this...
Posted by: vaughn | 24 March 2002 | 17:36 EST
Trooper Garr reports:
Garr reporting from MO. I have been looking for a Darktrooper "Mint" in Pkg. for quite some time and no luck. It seems everyone wants a lot for it, I am willing to trade straight over a Mint in Pkg. Hasbro Jedi Starfighter for one mint Darktrooper, I need some help filling in this hole in my wall. Thanks !!
Garrfett@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 24 March 2002 | 14:43 EST
New Reviews
J has posted some great new reviews of the Teebo Wave (last of the POTJ). Check them out here or click on the picture of Boshek in the left sidebar.
Posted by: vaughn | 24 March 2002 | 13:20 EST
Trooper jedimastereric reports:
Just thought you'd like to know that Aislesniper.com has Boshek and Teebo for $5.99 and R4 for $7.99. These will go quick, they always do.
Jedimastereric55@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 24 March 2002 | 13:19 EST
Trooper Orlando reports:
Hello troopers,
Orlando from McAllen, TX reporting, I have 4 Amanaman and 4 Zuttons for sale at cost plus shipping. If interested e-mail me at oalejandro69@yahoo.com
Does anyone has an extra Eeth Koth, I have not seen this one anywhere. I also have one set of the preview figures for sale.
Found the Jedi Starfighter but are reserved for some of my friends already, if I run into more of them I will let you all know.
Enjoy your hunting....
Posted by: vaughn | 24 March 2002 | 13:15 EST
Trooper Jarasen reports:
Hello fellow troopers,
I finaly found some thing good down here in GA! I was at the mall in Agusta and found (and bought) a Obi-Wan cold weather gear pakaged with out a lightsaber! I examened it closely and it was not stolen, Hasbro made a mistake! Dose anyone else know of this variation?
monkeyambassador@yahoo.com
Note: This is an ERROR, not a variation.
Posted by: vaughn | 24 March 2002 | 13:12 EST
Trooper Tim reports:
I'm hoping someone can help me. I've been looking for the Masterpiece edition of Ms. Sing and to no avail cannot find one. If someone could help me out I would appreciate it. Please drop me a line.
awingace@msn.com
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 24 March 2002 | 7:52 EST
Sandtrooper Ian reports:
"At my Wal-Mart we got a case of the Jedi Starfigthers in, but it had the shelf date stamp of April 23rd. The department manager would not listen when I tried to explain to her that that was a mistake. She wouldn't listen. I got on the pipeline, which is a Wal-mart system of information, and found the information saying clearly that they can sell this vehicle. I recommend you go to your local Wal-Mart and ask if they have any in. If they say they do, but they can't be put out due to shelf date, tell them to check the Pipeline and look up Episode 2 info. Hopefully they will do this and put the vehicles out for you."
Ian
Posted by: vaughn | 23 March 2002 | 20:29 EST
Trooper Bruce reports:
For those troopers in the Twin Cities area of MN, TRU in Roseville Just got in eight AT-ST's today (Saturday) and they will be off the truck tonight. My "informant" said that they will be on the shelf tomorrow. If you don't see them, ask!! They were not going to put all of them out for fear of someone grabbing all of them. Hope this helps...
...if you scalpers are reading this...you'll have to pry it out of my cold, dead... Well you know. See you tomorrow!!
the4cbwu@msn.com
Posted by: vaughn | 23 March 2002 | 20:29 EST
Trooper cplhritz reports:
hey troops.
the last few months here in NW Indiana things have been really dry,and almost Star Wars free. Anyway I was making my rounds and had one of the best outings in months, I started at TRU in Michigan City, when I was about to leave two cashiers asked if I was finding everything ok, I asked if there was any new Star Wars stuff, they said we'll be right back we have what your looking for and came back with the AT-ST, case fresh and the last one they had. No preview figs there yet. Went on to Super K-mart in Porter IN and they had the preview figs.there except Jango Fett. Made one more stop at the Hammond WM and got the Teeboo wave there for $3.00 each. Thats the most of anything I've seen here in a long time. Never saw the fx-7 or Eeth Koth wave or the Tie Interceptor come through. Anyway I hope that helps some troopers out. MTFBWY
cplhritz@netzero.net
Posted by: Jason | 23 March 2002 | 18:34 EST
Will drop Teebo wave for AT-ST
Fellow Troopers,
I still have the highly-coveted Teebo wave up for trade (either 1 or 2 sets) for the following wants: TRU AT-ST w/Paploo and POTJ Security Battle Droids (make up a combination!). Jason@sandtroopers.com I'm looking for the Silver Toy Fair Vader too - so shoot me a line if you will have an extra to trade/sell.
Thanks to the Troopers who e-mailed me to get the Teebo wave and extra-special thanks to "BRANDONARATH" in El Paso (Outer Rim) for hooking me up with the Carbon Freeze Chamber in exchange for a set of Sneak Preview figures. Also I want to say "hi" to Unca George, Crypt and Lex-Wan. I feel a vergeance in The Force here at Troopers; I think we're the strongest ever and on April 23rd, it will be US who take home all the new Episode II toys and other goodies and not the greedy hoarders and scalpers - BEWARE! Unify and "let's, let's, let's keep it going."
Posted by: Jason | 23 March 2002 | 18:03 EST
Daily News from Around the Web... by J.
E-mail me with any suggestions on what kind of news YOU want to see more of Jason@sandtroopers.com!
''Are the speeders ready?' 'Not yet. We're having some trouble adapting them to the cold.'" - Sir Steve's Guide reports that orders for the Wal*Mart exclusive Snow Speeder & Tie Bomber are "on order" and might be showing up sooner than we thought.
"... now. Vote now. Vote now. Vote..." - Go on over to the Official Star Wars web site to vote for your favorite Episode II Sneak Preview figure. Jango leads the pack with my number two pick R3-T7 poised for a late surge. Exercise your right to vote, even if you've been left jaded by recent political races.
"Qui-Gon's defiance I sense in you. Need that, you do not." - Qui-Gon OnLine is a great fan site that explores every aspect of this Master Jedi - he's like, totally venerable. Is Qui-Gon just a drunken gambler? - find out in the page FAQ. If you like to compose music, like me, you'll love the Qui-Gon's theme analysis area that picks apart the musical structure of his theme and compares it to both The Force Theme and the Emperor's theme. Again, Killer Site!!!
"Contains 23% new footage." - TheForce.net has some additional info concerning the April 23rd Wal*Mart AOTC Trailer. In a related topic, it looks like order numbers for April 23rd product at Wal*Mart have been boosted.
"'You're part of the mining Guild then?' 'No...'" - RebelScum.com pulls together a comprehensive listing of Hasbro's 2002 Retailer Exclusives (Well, at least my town has ONE of those stores. Guhh?).
"...It's a hard life." - Rundown of current Giveaways:
Artoosnews.com is giving away a Jedi Starfighter. You have until March 28th to enter.
Have a "double-deuce" and enter TheJawa.com's Jedi Starfighter giveaway (just post to the new Jawa.com/Sandtroopers Forums! Go! Go!).
At Power Collectibles you can enter a drawing for the coveted TRU-exclusive AT-ST (contest ends March 31st).
American Dream Comics still has a Toy Fair Silver Darth Vader up for grabs until April 1st.
"Freeze. Bounty hunter." - Head on over to PegWarmer.com before March 29th for a shot at Zam Wessel and Aurra Sing. Hubba-hubba.
Hopefully, no Bothans died to get these, but our buds at The Bothan Spy have a Sneak Preview Jango Fett and Clonetrooper for you to win!
Posted by: Zack | 23 March 2002 | 16:09 EST
Attention troopers with lists at the Tatoonie Trade Guild...
In our effort to make all the trade and wants lists more accessible, the old lists from the Tatooine Traders Guild have been taken down. However, you can now post a new trade list here, and your "most wanted" lists here. This is connected to both the Traders Guild and the community forums to make updating and maintaining your list easy for everyone. This is just the first round of changes for the Trader's Guild. There will be even more exciting updates, including a new way to get those toys. So what are you waiting for? Check in and make some deals!
Posted by: vaughn | 23 March 2002 | 11:19 EST
Major announcement from the General
Hey Troops,
We've upgraded our communication system thanks to parts recovered from those little scavengers we wasted back on Tattoine. Actually, we've decided to jump into the world of FORUMS with a little help from our friends over at the jawa. Click on the FORUM link in the left sidebar to drop by and join the community... Thats an order!
Posted by: vaughn | 23 March 2002 | 11:13 EST
Trooper ejhalsted reports:
I've been thinking alot about the whole Toy Fair/Fan Club fiasco and I've come to an epiphany... The frustration, pain and woe is all a part of what has made STAR WARS figure collecting so great (if not addicting). For as much frustration that I've had (and I've been collecting since I was 10 (31 now)), I've had 50 times more joy and exhilaration!
We get up early to stop by Wal-Mart on the way in to work and get home 20 min late because we stop by on the way back... We surf the multitude of websites to find that rare figure or great deal. We've all spent our tours on the front lines of eBay. Our wives think we're looped and our kids look at us like we're nuts. We've harassed clerks and stock people from every store that sells what we "need"! When we order online, the best part is the anticipation of the package's arrival.
Its the rarity and finiteness that make collecting so great. This website and ones like it would probably not exist if the darn things were distributed in infinite amounts. But then it probably would not be so fun to collect.
I completely understand everyone's frustration because I was there clicking and refreshing all night too. I also understand the frustration with the Fan Club website because I've had an order of 3 Mara Jades (at $6.99 ea. mind you) dropped when they told me (after the order was placed for 4 days) that they were out of stock... it was a mistake... etc.
The best feeling in the world is when you find those figures sitting on the peg when you didn't even know they were out!
Enjoy the Pain
ejhalsted@netzero.net
Thanks for your perspective...I think you enjoy the pain too much :). This hobby is supposed to be fun..not painful!!!
The fan club has been really hit-or-miss for me. Ive gotten incredibly lucky at times and incredibly unlucky at times. I wish their prices were better...and their website should be able to handle more than 10 users at once. I wish they "served" the community a little better. Hopefully we will see some changes as a result of their recent troubles
Posted by: vaughn | 23 March 2002 | 10:16 EST
Jedi Aries of Jedi Aries' Alien Cantina writes:
A brand new Episode II POLL is now up at Jedi Aries' Tattoine Alien Cantina! The POLL focuses around Episode II villains. Please go and cast your vote today! The site address is http://www.jediaries.themonthlypost.com
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 23 March 2002 | 7:59 EST
Win Win Win-but you have to enter- Win Win Win...
"Pegwarmer is giving away a Zam Wessel and Aurra Sing this week. Zip-A-Dee-Do-Da on over and enter now!!!"
Posted by: vaughn | 22 March 2002 | 17:04 EST
Trooper Figer reports:
Trooper Figer here....just wanted to express my disappointment with the new Fan club. I also spent a good 3-4 hours last night with now luck of getting the Vader. I feel like they were very unprepared to handle the Fan club important transactions. I would be very appreciative of anybody who has an extra. I can not afford to pay too much over cost, but I do really really want one.
Also, I was wondering if anybody out there is interested in Trading figs for XBOX games?? I have two that are new and unopened that I need to get rid of from Christmas. Email if interested rff@sbstone.com
Posted by: Jason | 22 March 2002 | 15:52 EST
Trooper Lex-Wan reports:
here's the 3:00 pm news I went to my Wal (Allentown PA) today at 7:30am they had 2 cases of the Jedi starfighter I got mine out of the open box on top of a pallet of boxes, it did have a shelf date of 4-23-02 so I thought I might not get any if I didn't take my ship and leave and I was right I went to 2 other Wal's and called 1 they have gotten in star wars "stuff" but they said no sale till 4-23-02; later the pallet was there but the cases were gone and they weren't purchased so I guessed I lucked out I'll keep an eye out anyway. Get to KB toys my kbtoys around here get there shipments on Fridays once a week and this week is the first S W items in a while 1 KB got 1 case of eeth koth wave and thts it another got 1 case of boshek wave and R2-Q5 wave his the kicker every single one of the boshek wave all 12 figs were smashed beyond all recognishing they were fubar big time, the manor in which it probably wasn't a scalper, and at $7.99 + tax what rip I don't think I've ever seen such damage to a figure and I've seen some doosies anyway the moral of the story is the early bird gets the Jedi starfighter and what ever else is mistakeningly left on a pallet (oh lets just say AOTC figs) Ican dream can't I. Oh and chek your Kb's I also found a R2-Q5 variation his middle leg has the peg reversed in his foot (ala R2-D2 w/ holo leia).
e-mail Lex Wan
Posted by: Jason | 22 March 2002 | 15:50 EST
Daily News from Around the Web... by J.
"It's an older code sir, but it checks out. I was about to clear them." - FAO Shuttle info from the source (FAO) over at RebelScum.com.
"You must be over 18 for the 10:00. It gets a little blue" - SirSteve'sGuide.com has a neat variant of the Sneak Preview Jango Fett.
"Your eyes can deceive you: don't trust them" - Trade Federation.net has some inside info about the stuff coming out this year from Hasbro that we didn't get to see at Toy Fair. Standouts are 25th Anniversary Landspeeder with Luke and podracer Teemto Pagalies.
"Something Wicket this way comes." - Yes, Warwick Davis, Wicket the Ewok himself, will be at Celebration II. See the whole story at The Official Star Wars site (BTW, I don't feel guilty for the parody of the Bradbury novel title since I'm a huge fan).
"There will be no bargain, young Jedi. I shall enjoy watching you die. Oh, no! The Rancor!" - Cinescape has a nice tidbit about a cut scene from ROTJ from the Rancor Pit.
"I pity the fool who doesn't... phone home" > - Check out TheForce.net for another E.T. ~ Star Wars connection.
Posted by: Jason | 22 March 2002 | 13:44 EST
Trooper Dave reports:
I have 2 MOC sets of the sneak figs and 6 Fetts, (one is a opener 2 clones & 1 R3 openers) and a lego Jedi fighter. maybe this will help someone out.
EugenFJR@aol.com
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 22 March 2002 | 10:29 EST
Stuff @ Brians Toys:
"We have been sold out of the below items
for quite a while and have just received a shipment":
Featured Items:
Expanded Universe Leia $34.99
Spacetrooper $34.99
Below is a link to our Expanded Universe section:
http://www.brianstoys.com/acatalog/Brians_Toys_Expanded_Universe_88.html
Also, we just added 9 extremely rare vintage carded figures on French
Meccano cards to our "Foreign and Rare" vintage carded section. For most of
these this is the first time we have had these in stock ever. (We will be
posting pictures this afternoon):
The figures include:
C-3PO C-8.5 $395
Chewbacca C-8+ $695
Darth Vader C-7.5/8 $595
Greedo C-8.5 $495
Luke C-7.5 $595
Power Droid C-8.5 $495
R2-D2 C-8.5/9 $395
Tusken Raider C-8.5 $400
Yoda brown snake C-8.5 $750
Below is a link to the section these are in:
http://www.brianstoys.com/acatalog/Brians_Toys_Carded_Foriegn_and_RARE___321
.html
Specials:
C-3PO Japanese Green Tint Green Card $11.99 (reg. $19.99)
Below is a link to the POTF2 Specials page
http://www.brianstoys.com/acatalog/Brians_Toys_POTF2_SPECIALS_208.html
Thanks!
Brian
Brian's Toys
Posted by: Steve | 22 March 2002 | 10:11 EST
ACPin writes a fan letter to the fan club!
Here's the email that I just sent to the Fan Club. I'm sure that there are other Sandtroopers like me that were unable to order in. My
advice is to send the FC an email like what I did to voice your opinion about giving every member the opportunity to get this figure.
To whom it may concern,
After hours of trying last night to get through to order the Toy Fair 2002 25th Anniversary Darth Vader, I find out that it has been out of stock again! This is frustrating and is totally unacceptable. I'm pretty sure some members have already doubled up on their orders from the first batch. Why can't you guarrantee that every member get this figure? Those that have already ordered before should not be able to order again until all the other members have been able to do so.
ACPinlac
This is a great point, why don't more of us do this to let the fan club know we aren't happy.
Posted by: Steve | 22 March 2002 | 9:54 EST
Dark Horse news
Hey Troops, I checked out Dark Horse Comics page today and there were some interesting things I wanted to pass along to you. First of all they are offering a pre-order for some full color busts of Padme, Mace Windu, Anakin and Obi-Wan. These were all made using real-scan technology and they look amazing. They are regularly $45 each, but are 10% off for a limited time making them $40.50. They can be ordered through Things From Another World. They should be available in June. I also thought I would let you know that Tales #11 and Star Wars #40 were both released this week.
Posted by: Bill | 22 March 2002 | 9:10 EST
Celebrities Confirmed to be at Celebration II
Hello Troopers. Here is a list of Celebrities that i heard from a reliable source that are going to be attending the Celebration II Confirmed:
* Anthony Daniels, Master of Ceremonies (C-3PO)
* Billy Dee Williams (Lando Calrissian,)
* Peter Mayhew (Chewbacca)
* David Prowse (Darth Vader)
* Kenny Baker (R2-D2)
* Warwick Davis (Wicket, Wald, Weazel, and then some)
* Shannon Baska (Decipherıs Mara Jade)
* Phil Brown (Owen Lars - OT)
* Jeremy Bulloch (Boba Fett -OT)
* Michael Sheard (Admiral Ozzel )
* Richard LeParmentier (Admiral Motti)
* Paul Blake (Greedo)
* Kenneth Colley (Admiral Piett)
* Michonne Bourriague (Aurra Sing)
* Mike Edmonds (Logray)
* Garrick Hagon (Biggs Darklighter)
* William Hootkins (Jek Porkins)
* Ian Liston (Wes Janson)
* Angus MacInnes (Gold Leader)
* Rick McCallum
* Steve Sansweet
* Aaron Allston author
* R.A. Salvatore author
Rumored (Unconfirmed):
* Leeanna Walsman (Zam Wessel)
* Joel Edgerton (Owen Lars)
* Carrie Fisher (Princess Leia)
* Christopher Lee (Count Dooku)
* Temeura Morrison (Jango Fett)
* Hayden Christensen (Anakin Ep2)
* Jake Lloyd (Anakin Ep1)
* Daniel Logan (Boba Fett - PT)
* Bonnie Piesse (Beru Whitesun - PT)
* Andy Secombe (Watto)
* Lewis MacLeod (Sebulba)
Posted by: vaughn | 22 March 2002 | 9:02 EST
Trooper GenXjedi reports:
Hello,
I just want to chime in and share my experience to fellow Star Wars nuts who can relate and share my pain. I lost 6 hours of my life yesterday! After checking my email and seeing that Darthy was back in stock, I rushed over to the fan club site only to find miles and miles of Darth Vader hungry fans in front of me, with the checkout no where in sight. I was ready to quit but then Sandtroopers.com gave me some hope. Vaughn it seemed, got his, and others were stuck like me. Well, after another 3 hours of trying to submit my Credit Card info wasn't I shocked, at 2:30 AM EST, to see "thanks for your order" in front of me! Thank goodness I had today off from work. They still got a huffy E-mail from me, but Darth is mine!!!!!! Thanks in part, to the Sandtroopers. Keep up the good work guys
GENXJEDI28@aol.com
Glad we could "inspire" you. Sorry it took so long...we were all in the same boat, it seems. I think the FC is going to get some nasty mail about the quality of their website from angry collectors
Posted by: vaughn | 22 March 2002 | 8:48 EST
Jim from Federation Toys writes:
We have the AT-ST back in stock and we have pictures of the TIE BOMBER and SNOW SPEEDER...they are COMING SOON.
Posted by: vaughn | 22 March 2002 | 8:46 EST
Trooper Andy reports:
Hey Troopers!,
Sandtrooper AndyVW here. I know its been a long time since I have posted but Im reaching out for help here. I tried all night to get the Toyfare 2002 Vader last night. (my wife thought I was nuts!) When I finally got to the last billing page, they removed the vader with an "out of stock" message. Noooooooooooooo! If anyone who successfully ordered some could spare one to sell me, I would be one happy star wars camper! ( I was out of town the first time they sold :-(
w.vanwinkle@worldnet.att.net
Posted by: vaughn | 22 March 2002 | 8:44 EST
Trooper YGL reports:
Hey, folks- Young George Lucas reporting from the Kansas City area. I hope everybody finally got in to order a Toy Fair Vader. If you're not an Official Fan Club Member to get one- you should be! One of the Fan Club perks is getting the "STAR WARS Insider" earlier than the newsstand release date. The newest issue arrived the other day- and it's incredible! Lots of stuff on "STAR WARS" 25th Anniversary and a little something called "Attack of the Clones". This movie WILL rule!Also, regarding the FAO Schwarz exclusive Imperial Shuttle: I e-mailed the local FAO in K.C. and they told me a release date has NOT been confirmed- and that it could be an end of the year release. What the...? Anybody have any different info on this?
davegrate@msn.com
RS posted a bunch of good info yesterday. Looks like "the deal isnt doesnt done yet". According to their information this could be a NOVEMBER release and apparently theyve stopped taking names...
Posted by: vaughn | 22 March 2002 | 8:22 EST
Trooper Jorge reports:
Just wanted to Thank Trooper Mike, he found me a Sansweet book at Walden Books; a true devoted trooper. Thanks Mike! Peace! MTFBWY!
Jorgepalbela@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 22 March 2002 | 8:21 EST
Happy Ending(s):
Well Troops,
All was not lost. Tyler, Zack, and I got in late last night...persistence paid off (4 hours for me). Hope you were able to get through as well. I think this will still be a pretty hot item. I heard that they were still going for 1-200 bucks last night on wepay. Here's what some of your fellow troops had to say...
Trooper Eric reports:
Hey All:
If you're on swfan.wizards.com and are stuck in the mire of trying to order the Toy Fair Vader/Sneak Preview figs, watch your email at the same time. I was REFRESHing like a "mad-man" and decided to check my email and noticed that my order had been placed 6 minutes before... KEEP AN EYE ON YOUR EMAIL.
Have fun staying up late...
ejhalsted@netzero.net
Trooper Jeffred5 reports:
Hey Troopers,
I just wanted to give you an update on The Fan Club Members only,
25th Anniversary "Toy Fair" Darth Vader. I guess the SWFC website is
slowing down a bit. I logged in after only a few minutes and I was able to complete my order in about ten minutes. So, good luck, fellow Fan Club Members and ma the force be with you.
DOCJ45@aol.com
UPDATE: As of 4:00am Friday, the Toy Fair Darth Vader offered by The SW Fan Club is all sold out again.
Posted by: vaughn | 22 March 2002 | 8:14 EST
Trooper Daytrip reports:
I have one set of preview figures for $30 plus s/h if anyone wants a set of them send me an e-mail at daytrip903@aol.com.
Posted by: vaughn | 21 March 2002 | 22:47 EST
Kevin from K&C Collectibles writes:
Dear Star Wars Collector,
The newest Episode 2 Attack of the Clone product has arrived. Obi-Wan Kenobi's Jedi Starfighter from Hasbro. Limited quantity on hand.
Now In-Stock
Obi-Wan Kenobi's Jedi Starfighter
Still Available:
The set of 3 New POTJ figures include:
Teebo
R4-M9
Bo Shek
The set of four Episode 2 figures include:
Jango Fett
Clone Trooper
Zam Wesell
R3-T7
Posted by: vaughn | 21 March 2002 | 19:32 EST
Toy Fair Vader in stock (members only)
Go ahead...try to order (another) one. Lets see if their site can handle the traffic
swfan.wizards.com
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Members Only: Toy Fair 2002 25th Anniversary Darth Vader Returns!
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The Official Star Wars Fan Club Online Store just wanted to let you know that the Toy Fair 2002 25th Anniversary Darth Vader is in stock for Fan Club Members only! We will have an extremely limited number of these amazing collectibles available, so act quickly.
This Darth Vad
