jntzack@netusa1.net
Posted by: Count Matchew | 31 July 2002 | 20:52 EDT
New figure's added.....
Some of the Episode II toys are on the Cloud City website now www.cloudcity.com and we should be finished adding them by the end of the day.
Posted by: Zack | 31 July 2002 | 19:59 EDT
BJ�s ACTION FIGURES Updates:
BJ�s ACTION FIGURES has a very limited number of the new Saga 12 inch figures available for pre-order including Count Dooku, Zam Wessel, and Super Battle Droid. We have heard that the new 3 � inch saga figures will be in sometime next week, so place your order for them before they are all gone. As always, every carded figure comes in a FREE STAR CASE. WEEKLY GIVEAWAY: $10 Gift Certificate to BJ�s Action Figures and Movie Posters.
Posted by: Jason | 31 July 2002 | 19:26 EDT
Internet Headlines for Wednesday, 7-31-2002
A big momma - Here are more photos, at last, of the Republic Gunship that's on the way, we're talking imminent, people! Enjoy these box scans that cover every square inch of the packaging, these are all brought to you by ADC.com.
"Clipping coupons really makes the day go by faster" - Don't waste all day clipping and sorting! Just go to RS.com and their run-down of acceptable coupon codes to use when ordering from TRU.com, these are $5 off codes that you can combine on orders.
Khawaj and Grewal were accused of stealing two canisters - No, this isn't an excerpt from a Star Wars novel, it's the story of the punishment of the men that stole and then tried to sell AOTC film reels! A slap on the wrist or an agregious miscarriage of justice?
Contest B r e a k d o w n :
Posted by: vaughn | 31 July 2002 | 8:34 EDT
Trooper cplhritz reports:
hey troops, Just finished making my rounds in NW Indiana tonight,and scored the X-wing w/R2,they are not on the shelf yet,the Michigan City TRU got them in today and they were like come back tomorrow when everything is sorted,they only have 2 cases,they wouldn't open them up for me, then I went to the Merrillville TRU (stay on target) and they too just got them in today,I asked a girl(don't ask a guy) there to check it out and she got a box and let me take it out,case fresh,pretty sweet, she also looked up some other info and the distributing warehouse(in Chicago) has 1300 units,I don't know if that means cases or the actual number of X-wings all together. they also had the Unleashed figs. Jango and Ballerina Maul. No new figs,just the usual peg warmers.So try to get out there before the scalpers do and ask a girl that works there(not a guy,they don't know what's going on,and if he does know what's going on he is probley a scalper). Hey is there a date yet for the EPII DVD? IF anyone has any details do tell,I think they should put it out like the Pearl Harbor Directors Cut(4 discs) or the up coming Lord of the rings(5 discs) which comes out in December.thanks. Happy Birthday Troops,SEMPER FI and MTFBWY
cplhritz@netzero.net
Posted by: vaughn | 31 July 2002 | 8:32 EDT
Trooper Brian reports:
Hi Everyone!
Been awhile since I posted last, but not much to see here in Indy
lately. Everywhere is still pretty dry except the Washington St. Target at Washington Square mall. I found all four of the new accessory packs along with the new micro machines ships and bantha. I really like the new accessory packs since they are throwing in a figure along with them. MUCH better than the cruddy Ep1 ones that came with a few lame items and that was it. That's about all here. MTFBWY!
BrianLustig@mac.com
Posted by: vaughn | 31 July 2002 | 8:29 EDT
Trooper John reports:
Troops,I have the Deluxe C-3PO w/ factory assembly line x 3, I them got for $10.75(after tax) each and will sell for the same price,plus shipping. LMK at Ozziehiorse@aol.com.
Posted by: Jason | 31 July 2002 | 2:11 EDT
New Internet Contests and Last Chance for some of this month's giveaways
Okay, Troops, remember to enter as many of these as you can before some of these promotions expire! A few new good ones have just been added and surely a bunch more will be posted right here as August rolls in later this week! Jason@sandtroopers.com
http://store.yahoo.com/powercollectibles/index.html
Posted by: Tyler | 30 July 2002 | 23:08 EDT
R2Dtoys at MEMORABILIA !
Hello everybody,
We are going to the UK's largest collector's fair this weekend, MEMORABILIA, at the Birmingham NEC. Starts on Friday 3pm for dealers, and on Saturday and Sunday for the public. Hall 17, booth N16.
There will be a lot of great new toys and plenty of bargains.........and not just from us !
New Arrivals / Guaranteed Pre-Orders
X-Wing Fighter with R2-D2 (very limited supply now)
Teemto Pagalies Pod Racer
Ki Adi Mundi
Darth Maul Sith Training
Anakin Skywalker Tatooine Attack
Ephant Mon (very limited quantity)
Watto (very limited quantity)
Mastiff Jastro (very limited quantity)
New Tusken Raider w/ Massiff (very limited quantity)
Lott Dodd (very limited quantity)
Rebel Officer
POTJ Deluxe Darth Maul �6 (this is around $10), or all 4 sets for just �22 !
Replenished Stocks
Shaak Ti
Yoda
Count Dooku
Chewbacca
Mace Windu
Saesee Tiin
Plo Koon
Djas Puhr
Chancellor Palpatine
Orn Free Ta
Massiff w/ Geonosian Warrior
Obi Wan Kenobi Starfighter Pilot
Favourites
Endor Rebel Soldier
Luminara Unduli
Royal Guard
Taun We
Stormtrooper 4-pack
12" Figures
Jango Fett Ultimate Villain pack
Anakin Skywalker
Obi Wan Kenobi
Other Items
Tatooine Skiff
Slave 1 (Boba Fett's)
Shrek DRAGON
TIE Bomber
Snowspeeder
12" Han Solo w/ Magnetic Detonators only �14 !!
Episode 1 CHESS SET �15
There are a lot of other great items to be seen, some of them we will let you find for yourself !
Please note that any orders placed with us after Wednesday 31st will not be shipped until Tuesday 6th August because of the huge preparation involved for the show.
We hope to see you soon !!
Thanks !
www.r2dtoys.com
Posted by: vaughn | 30 July 2002 | 22:35 EDT
JediChris from JediChris.net writes:
This time JediChris.net is giving away the newest Basic and Deluxe saga figures. The winner will get Ki Adi Mundi, Teemto Pagalies, Anakin Skywalker (Tatooine Attack), Darth Maul (Sith Training), Deluxe C-3PO (with Droid Factory Assembly Line) and Deluxe Yoda (with Force Powers). Good Luck.
Posted by: vaughn | 30 July 2002 | 22:26 EDT
Trooper Qui-George reports:
Qui-George from K.C. here. Would the person from St. Louis that got me a signed Orn Free Taa figure at Wizard in July please e-mail me at GFalls4@earthlink.net. My computer crashed and I lost a lot of files. Thanks and Unify!!!
Posted by: vaughn | 30 July 2002 | 22:25 EDT
Trooper Frank reports:
HI FOLKS!
FRANK here would like to say another BIG THANK YOU to ALEX G.(Lex-Wan) for his help in picking up some figures for me! He's GREAT to deal with! Also BIG THANKS go out to PAM N. in CALIF. for a GREAT trade we just did!
fbljr1@juno.com
Posted by: vaughn | 30 July 2002 | 17:49 EDT
Trooper Neyda Ssor reports:
Neyda Ssor here,
Just wondering if anyone out there has seen or heard about the new accessory packs that are coming out? I saw 4 of them today and they are:
Hoth Accessory Pack with a revamped Hoth Rebel Soldier
Endor accessory pack with a revamped Dirty Biker Scout
Death Star accessory pack with a Death Star Trooper
Arena accessory pack with the new Red Battle Droid
If anyone is wanting all or any of them, I'd be happy to pick them up at cost ($9.99 each) + shipping, or a fair trade for any of the following:
Playskool Millenium Falcon
Playskool Arena Playset
Sith Lord Two Pack 3 3/4"
Ammo Wagon
Trade Federation Battle Tank
Just e-mail me at: darkravenef@hotmail.com
Posted by: vaughn | 30 July 2002 | 17:48 EDT
Trooper Danzigking reports:
Hey Troops! Danzigking reporting from the east side of Kansas City. Ive checked 5 Wal-marts in the area and all of them have the new Action Fleet ships. Even found 2 Ki-Adi-Mundi's and 2 Teemto Pagalies.Also Acklays are all over. Still looking for the new Yoda and C-3po deluxes. But I will keep looking all week.....
danzigking@sbcglobal.net
Posted by: vaughn | 30 July 2002 | 17:47 EDT
Trooper Chad reports:
Hello,
If anyone lives near or going to MGM studios or Disney Land,can you please pick up a set of the Star Tours figures for me. I am ONLY going to pay what you paid for them. I live 300 mile north of the "House of Mouse"in Orlando,Florida. I don't have the time to go down there every day.Please help me.Thanks.
cryan@ardmore.net
Posted by: Steve | 30 July 2002 | 14:33 EDT
Yestertoys has new stuff!
Tom from Yestertoys wanted to check in with a reminder that they have Ki-Adi Mundi and Teemto in stock as well as the Acklay. Click here to check them out.
Posted by: Steve | 30 July 2002 | 14:26 EDT
Traitor released today!
Hey Troops, just a reminder that book 13 in the New Jedi Order was released today, Traitor by Matthew Woodring Stover. Hard to believe we are already to book 13, only 6 more to go after this one.
Posted by: vaughn | 30 July 2002 | 8:14 EDT
Trooper YGL reports:
Hey, folks. Young George Lucas reporting from the Kansas City area. I finally found the Acklay at Wally World! Yippee! No sign of the Unleashed (and "uplifted") Padme (meow!), Anakin or Vader or the TR'U X-Wing. Have a better one.
davegrate@msn.com
Posted by: vaughn | 29 July 2002 | 22:51 EDT
Sandtroopers Birthday Giveaway
Sandtroopers 2nd birthday was July 23rd...
To celebrate we are having a giveaway sponsored by Brian's Toys, you can win a C2 Jorg Sacul and a "BLOODY LUKE" variant! The giveaway will last 2 weeks and end on Tuesday August 6th 2002. ...So HAPPY 2nd BIRTHDAY to Sandtroopers and enter HERE to win our present to you! THANK YOU TROOPERS for all your help and support over the last 2 years from all the staff at Sandtroopers.com...
In case the "birthday@sandtroopers.com" link wasnt working, it should be fixed now...enter away!
Posted by: Zack | 29 July 2002 | 7:17 EDT
KEBco Toys Updates:
KEBco Toys has 33 different EP2 3.75" In-Stock figures at only $3.99 each. These figures will not last long. The $3.99 price is good until 08/15/2002. Ask about volume discounts.
Also be sure to Pre-Order the upcoming EP2 waves
And don't forget to ask about our exclusive "One of Every Figure" Club
Visit www.kebcotoys.com today and the entire year for all of your EP2 AOTC figures
Posted by: vaughn | 28 July 2002 | 21:10 EDT
Trooper verestiuk reports:
Hi, i was wondering if anyone has come across the playskool falcon set.I live in canada and we have not had any of the sets show up here.if anyone see's them could they pick one up for a fellow canadian trooper!
verestiuk@golden.net
Yes, the falcon has been sighted down here...at KB. Patience. They'll spread out soon
Posted by: vaughn | 28 July 2002 | 21:08 EDT
Trooper Jedisia reports:
Jedisia here, I picked up an extra TRU X-wing w/ R2,this morning at TRU in the Lakeline Shopping Center near Cedar Park,TX. This thing is awsome. I am still looking for a Toyfair Vader. I will also sale for cost plus shipping. $45.00 after tax+7.50 for shipping. I also have a dinged up Acklay, I will trade for a Teemto and Ki-Adi Mundi. Thats about it from Central Texas. MTFBWY
jowa6@hotmail.com
Posted by: vaughn | 28 July 2002 | 21:06 EDT
Trooper Steve reports:
FYI,
The Red & Yellow exclusive Clone Troopers are back in stock at www.kbkids.com.
SJKimmett@ctcweb.net
Posted by: vaughn | 28 July 2002 | 21:05 EDT
Trooper Neyda Ssor reports:
Hey troops Neyda Ssor here,
I was wondering if anyone had a POTJ Plo Koon and/or Saesee Tinn that they would consider selling or trading? My neighbor, who is 11 tomorrow, is looking for them and I'd like to help him out. He's also looking for a 300th edition Boba Fett figure. If anyone has one of them they'd like to sell or trade, please e-mail me at: darkravenef@hotmail.com
Thanks, and remember....He's only 11 so it can't be too expensive. May the Force be with You.
Posted by: vaughn | 28 July 2002 | 21:03 EDT
Trooper John reports:
Hi troopers,
I found 2 NEW Micro Machines Action Fleet Darth Vader's Advanced TIE fighter today at Wal mart and bought them for $10.75 each,after taxes. I will sell them for that same price plus shippping. LMK at Ozziehihorse@aol.com
BTW- I need some help troops on getting the following figs for trade:
5 Obi-wan pilots
1 Han Solo Endor Raid
5 Djas Puhr's
3 Supreme Chancellor's
5 Masiff's
1 R2-D2(coruscant secruity)
1 Yoda
3 Acklay's
I know it's alot to ask but I am starting to make diaromas and need extras of all so I can make customs and stuff. Send me your wants back and see if we can make a deal or deals. Thanks Sandtroopers.com
Ozziehihorse@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 28 July 2002 | 21:00 EDT
Trooper John reports:
hello fellow troopers
if anyone is interested in buying the new x-wing just for the droid
lmk I would be interested in buying the x- wing from you for a diorama I'm thinking of doing that way you don't have to take it back to toys R us
stingray35_98@hotmail.com
Posted by: vaughn | 28 July 2002 | 20:59 EDT
Trooper Chris reports:
I have gotten a little annoyed at myself over the last few weeks and really PO'd today. I'm workin on my Aotc collection right now as well as trying to finish Episode 1 and Potj. The main figure I'm trying to get is R2 D2 from Aotc. When it first came out here in Edmonton, Canada I didn't see the need to get it right away because there was an abundance of them and they would be the common figures like Typho and C-3PO. Well little did I know they were the one that were very few in the cases. So I've been looking all over Edmonton and even further south like Calgary and Lethbridge with no success. So I figured I would resort to Ebay because I have bought Star Wars figures from there with out any problems and at decent prices with the convert to CDN $. So on the 26 I found one on Ebay for real cheap that was in mint and coming from Canada. So I placed a bid for it and got out bid because I didnt put a high enough max bid in. So that was fine and I went in earlier today and found one for a penny with a buy it now price of $6.99 US. I thinking OK good, this person ships internationally I'll place a bid and will get my R2 D2 figure. Wrong! $15 US to ship to Canada and no ifs, ands or buts about it.So if I was to bid and use the buy it now it would cost me at least $22 US for it. By the time I convert to Cdn and get a money order that's $40 - $50 Cdn. NO WAY! They were goin for $8 Cdn before. So for all you fellow troopers and collectors out there you can do me two things: tell this ebay user dmw819 from Long Beach, Cali to quit being a jerk to Canadians and help me find an AOTC R2 D2 for a real shipping price as I would be most greatful and wouldn't have to resort to that Ebay thing.
chris_melissa@shaw.ca
Posted by: vaughn | 28 July 2002 | 20:37 EDT
Kevin from K&C Collectibles writes:
Dear Star Wars Collector,
We have received the following new Star Wars items.
Now Available:
Luke Skywalker's X-Wing Fighter with R2-D2 Figure
Micro Machine X-Wing Fighter
Micro Machine Millennium Falcon
Micro Machine TIE Advanced X1
Ki-Adi-Mundi - Jedi Master
Teemto Pagalies
Collection 1:
Count Dooku - Dark Lord
Yoda - Jedi Master
Collection 2:
Djas Puhr - Alien Bounty Hunter - #40
Supreme Chancellor Palpatine - #39
Come visit our site at www.kandccollectibles.com and get the latest Star Wars collectibles.
Posted by: Spiceowan | 28 July 2002 | 8:34 EDT
Area Report
Spiceowan back on the offensive hot off Ponda Billy's tip that the X-Wings are in stores , I went to my local TRU and yes they confirmed that 8 X-Wings went out the door that morning. The clerk was more than helpful to my surprise and gave me some SKU #'s for the X-Wing and Landspeeder. I thought I'd pass them on to the Troops. X-Wing TRU # 560858 / Landspeeder 560850 . If you call you local Tru's and give the numbers you may be able to bother them as much as I do ! No Teemto or Ki Adi sightings as of yet.I have not seen any of the $1 clearance figures that I have been reading about. The cheapest in the area is K-Mart with the $3.49 sale. Good Luck out there Troops Kick A$% and take names!
Posted by: vaughn | 27 July 2002 | 17:03 EDT
Trooper Ponda Billy reports:
Hey Troops,
I just snagged a TRU X-Wing w/R2-D2 in Maplewood, MN. If there is anyone out there looking to bartyr, let me know.
mmeyered@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 27 July 2002 | 17:02 EDT
Trooper Tim reports:
I have the following items that I need to get rid of...these were extras I bought and Im running out of room....They are all sealed in Mint or near Mint boxes. Anyone interested can email me and I will give them the shipping costs..I will need their zip code to figure it.
B-Wing $50
Dewback & Sandtrooper $50
12" Electronic Darth Vader w/ removable helmet $25
12" Capt Tarpals and Kaadu $50
JC Penney Hoth 4 Pack $75
Escape Death Star Game W/Luke & Vader Figs $20
3 3/4 Eeth Koth & Zutton $15 (for the pair)
300th Edition Boba Fett (White side box) $15
Movieguy11a@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 27 July 2002 | 17:00 EDT
Trooper Jukes64 reports:
hi there
i know this is not really news but, is it possible for any fellow troopers to hook me up with one of the large clone trooper frito lay peices. as i am in the uk we did not get anything like that this time round (companies thought that spiderman and the world cup was more important than episode 2).
i willing to pay cash and shipping
jukes64@btopenworld.com
Posted by: Jason | 27 July 2002 | 15:27 EDT
Internet Headlines for Saturday, 7-27-2002
Luminara insert Cloak text - Has been removed completely by Hasbro, perhaps to put an end to the confusion created when this figure was released, this one brought to you by SSG.com.
X-Wing Image Gallery - at R2N.com, featuring the latest TRU-exclusive. R2N has put together images of X-Wing, X-Wing details, and R2 with generator and Whitman's Sampler assorted chocolates box.
Red Battle Droid - basic - Here's the latest piece of proof that we will be seeing a "corrected (sic)" red battle droid in the soon-to-be-released case packs. Image couresy of TheJawa.com.
Watto's Story - Jedinet has excerpted this narrative about Watto - Then and Now, discussing his character in both installments of the Prequel Trilogy, a good read and learn whether Watto has learned anything in three years.
This one is scary - First they brought you the Ewan MacGregor twin, now it's the George Lucas separated at birth connection, click here to see the newest EmpireOnline pairing.
See yesterday's broadcast of the news for contests and remember to check back tomorrow for the latest for this coming week!! Don't forget about our own Birthday Contests that you can enter here on the main page!
Posted by: Jason | 27 July 2002 | 13:02 EDT
Trooper Lex-Wan (Jedi Spirit) reports:
The Wal-marts in the Allentown, PA area got in the Ackley & the Micro machines action fleet Tie advanced, X-wing & the mill falcon micro machines. They were $9.96. Each of the boxes are practically display cases themselves with over 50% of the top, left side, back, & front all plastic. I think these are pretty cool, too bad they don't come with pilots though. Lex-Wan
Posted by: Spiceowan | 27 July 2002 | 1:01 EDT
Area Report
Spiceowan checking in for Northeast Illinois/ Southern Wisconsin. I have finally picked up an Acklay or two this week. I am pleased to say that I will have something to give a good thumbs up to in the review section! It is awesome ... even out of the box!! I also have been seeing listings on E-Bay for the Star Tours figures ending near $50.00 . I am not headed for Disney, the money you would spend getting there far outweighs the scalper price in my book. As Palpatine said "We may have to accept Trade Federation control, for the time being" . I am already recieving reports of conflicting reports on what or what the fan club is not doing about these figures. Look out Troops these may be another Toy Fair Vader in the making.Good Luck out there Troops Kick A$% and take names!!
Posted by: vaughn | 26 July 2002 | 23:41 EDT
Trooper Steve reports:
Hi troops,
I have a Han Solo with grey lever and Chewy for trade. I'm looking for a Nikto and a Sasee Tin. I never got these when they were abundant and now I can't find them here in Denver.
If you can help me out, give me a shout at vyfvinkel@yahoo.com
Posted by: vaughn | 26 July 2002 | 23:40 EDT
Trooper MAC reports:
Hey Albuquerqian Troopers,
Just writing to inform Albuquerque, NM residents that the TRU X-Wing Exclusive is temporarily in town at the TRU on Indian School. So far no sign of Acklay Beast, but plenty of Solo waves to be found around town. Barnes & Noble also had the Anakin Skywalker Masterpiece 12" thingy about a week ago. None of the newest waves of 3 3/4" figs have been seen by me anywhere, yet. Also, thank you Pheonix trooper for keeping us updated on what comes through town there, it seems that exactly one week after items appear there they appear here, (truck route maybe?) at least at TRU that seems to be fact. Anyway, happy hunting fellow troopettes & troopers.
maciijazz@yahoo.com
Posted by: Count Matchew | 26 July 2002 | 17:33 EDT
John DiCicco from johns-toys.com writes.....
"Hi,
Here is a list for posting of some great Star Wars items that are either in
stock or available for immediate preordering. Orders placed between now and
July 31 that amount to $75.00 and above will receive free shipping. This
applies to items that are on backorder/preorder, and only to those addresses
within the continental USA."
SWJORG Celebration 2 Jorg Sacul figure $79.95
STSTORM Stormtrooper 4 pack $29.95
SWTOMY1 Tomy Ewok Doll $49.95
SWTOMY2 Tomy Yoda Doll $49.95
SWTOMY3 Tomy Jawa Doll $49.95
SWKOTO1 Kotobukiya Darth Vader Vinyl Statue $109.95
SWKOTO2 Kotobukiya Anakin Skywalker Vinyl Statue $99.95
SWKOTO3 Kotobukiya Clone Trooper Vinyl Statue $99.95
SWKOTO4 Kotobukiya Obi-Wan Kenobi Vinyl Statue $109.95
SWKOTO5 Kotobukiya Jango Fett Vinyl Statue $109.95
SWSANDW Marmit 12" Sandtrooper (White Rank) $89.95
Star Wars Mini Busts $45.00 each, 4 or more at $40.00 each. Choose from:
SWMB1 Obi-Wan Kenobi
SWMB2 Mace Windu
SWMB3 Anakin Skywalker
SWMB4 Padme Amidala
SWMB5 Jango Fett
SWMB6 Zam Wessell
SWMB7 Count Dooku
SWMB8 Boba Fett
SWMB9 Stormtrooper
SWMB10 TIE Pilot
SWMB11 Royal Guard
SWMB12 Clone Trooper
SWMB13 Geonosian
SWMB14 Darth Vader
SWMB15 Gamorrean Guard
SWCHESS2 Episode 1 Chess Set $49.00
SW-LSY Supreme Edition Life Size Yoda $529.00 September Release
SWPROP7 Master Replicas FX Force Anakin Lightsaber $119.95 August Release
SWPROP8 Master Replicas FX Force Darth Vader Lightsaber $119.95 October
Release
SWPROP9 Master Replicas Darth Vader Lightsaber replica with case $324.95
Fall 2002 Release
So go visit www.johns-toys.com for these great deals.
Posted by: Steve | 26 July 2002 | 17:02 EDT
Yestertoys has new figures and Acklay
Hey Troops, thought I would let you know that Yestertoys has Ki-Adi, Teemto and the Acklay beast all in stock now. Check them out.
Posted by: vaughn | 26 July 2002 | 16:33 EDT
Trooper jedichirp reports:
Troops
I just was at Hasbro.com looking at Star Wars of course and saw something that caught my eye. If you go to the "exclusives" section and scroll to the very bottom to the Fan Club section, the last thing listed as being available to the Fan Club is a 3-pack Droid Set from Star Tours. I thought that someone had said that these were not going to go to the Fan Club at all. Hasbro.com shows availability of July/August. Has anyone else heard that these are going to the Fan Club? If so, then I am logging on to the Fan Club now to get in line (ha,ha -TF Vader)!!
chad.mcdonald@IWCR.com
From what I hear the fan club is denying that they will get them, but time will tell... For now, make friends with someone going to disney!
Posted by: vaughn | 26 July 2002 | 16:31 EDT
Trooper Frank reports:
HI FOLKS!
I came across some more BLOODY BESPIN LUKES that i would like to trade for any of the following figures,in N.M. / MINT PACKAGING:
P.O.T.F. (with FREEZE FRAME):
AT-ST DRIVER, TIE FIGHTER PILOT, GARINDAN.
EXPANDED UNIVERSE:
DARKTROOPER, PRINCESS LEIA, SPACETROOPER, CLONE EMPEROR.
MASTERS OF THE DARK SIDE (2 Pack) MAUL & VADER
COMMTECH CHIP: R2-D2 (with HOLO LEIA)
Please write me if you are interested in doing a trade, THANKS FOR READING!
fbljr1@juno.com
Posted by: vaughn | 26 July 2002 | 16:28 EDT
Trooper Chad reports:
I reported about this a week or 2 ago but my local KB in Huntsville AL got more of the Playskool Falcon. One case and there are 3 to a case. This time I snagged one. The that KB got last week went like hot cakes. I am not sure if the last 2 I left are still there. Take care.
cryan@ardmore.net
Posted by: Jason | 26 July 2002 | 13:47 EDT
Internet Headlines for Friday, 7-26-2002
Chancellery plaqued by Clone War - A useful narrative and an image gallery of nine Clone War war machines from the movie make this update at SW.com worth the visit. As a side note, that;s the first time I've ever heard the word 'chancellery.'
Kotobukiya Vader images! - Some nice point of view images of this Japanese statue linked at Jedinet.com! See the large images at their site, here.
Investigation at Wizards of the Coast unearthed a massive fraud operation - An interesting article on the falling apart of WOTC, keep in mind these are all alleged scandals.
New TRU X-Wing R2 - YakFace sheds some light on the origins of the R2 packed with this new vehicle release. The R2 uses the mold crated for Episode I's R2-B1.
Twice the Speech!!! - Check out TheJawa's definitive guide to the unproduced second generation CommTECH chips. Thank-you to Innis for helping to put this cool feature together! A great joint-venture project of TheJawa, Yakface, and JoeToy.
Contest B r e a k d o w n :
http://store.yahoo.com/powercollectibles/index.html
Posted by: vaughn | 26 July 2002 | 12:18 EDT
Dave from D&S Toys writes:
New Items: - Go to the website for prices and other new items...
Playskool Falcon along with other Playskool Sets
Item 84912 ki-Adi-Mundi Wave in stock
Item 84905 Darth Maul & Anakin Tatooine Attack
Also taking pre-orders for shipment late next week:
Deluxe Yoda & C-3PO, SW Trilogy Action Fleet, Acklay Beast & more..
Stormtrooper Army Builder 4-Pack
Han Endor Raid, Chewy/C-3PO & EP II Obi-wan Pilot - In Stock
12" Jango Fett
Snowspeeder with Dack $39.99
Back in stock items:
SW Chess from Germany
FX-7 Wave (Fx-7, Imperial Officer, Amidala Travel & Rebel Trooper)
Eeth Koth & Snaggletooth
BoShek Wave...
Older POTF/POTJ Figures & Vehicles..
www.dnstoys.com
Posted by: vaughn | 26 July 2002 | 12:16 EDT
Trooper John reports:
Hi once again troops,
I found the new TRU X-wing and it is styled sweetly. I bought 2 extra for anyone who needs one...they were $39.99($42.50 after tax) and I will sell for that same price plus shiping costs. LMK at Ozziehihorse@aol.com.
I also scored a C-8 POTJ Imperial Officer for $5.50 and will sell to anyone needing him.
Posted by: vaughn | 26 July 2002 | 12:14 EDT
Trooper Kevin reports:
walmarts , targets and even meijer stores here in town (columbus, OH) have the cloud city chewbacca , han solo endor raid , obi wan , palpatine , purh , etc
some in large number s
even count dooku
no sight of the latest waves yet
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i also need help locating or finding some of the freeze frame figures from back in the 90"s
any help or trade would be appreciated
email me at onebigk@aol.com
Posted by: Zack | 26 July 2002 | 7:13 EDT
Trooper Lee Reports:
Hiya troopers, just a quick note with some news from the Gulf Coast of MS. Wal-Mart in Ocean Springs has a butt load of the newer figs, a whole wall still dedicated to SW! Obi pilots, Bespin Chewies, Endor Hans (white & gray levers), all sorts of goodies to drool over. Wal-Mart in Pascagoula has some of the newer figs too, Emperor Palpatine, Djas Phur, Endor Soldier. Its nice to see some of the new stuff hitting here in the outer rim so soon. On a more serious note, thanks to all my brothers in arms who gave words of encouragement during my rough time. We are indeed a brother (AND sister) hood who share a common interest. Thanks again. Thats it for this transmission.
Leonpeake@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 25 July 2002 | 18:22 EDT
Ebay Fun...
Hey Troops,
My good buddy Del from thejawa tipped me off to this GREAT auction. If anyone has 12K they'd like to donate to the sandtroopers "capture the blockade runner" fund, please contact me. In the mean time, stop by and check out this fine auction....
http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=2125304881
Posted by: vaughn | 25 July 2002 | 18:12 EDT
Innis from the jawa writes:
Robert Musco and I have written a feature on the unproduced second generation commtech chips. The feature is a joint venture of TheJawa.com, Yakface.com, and Joetoy.com. It contains all of the information we have complied from various sources over the past year or so.
Check it out at http://www.thejawa.com/images/CTC2/ChipGuide.htm
Posted by: vaughn | 25 July 2002 | 18:06 EDT
Trooper Mark reports:
Happy Birthday Sandtroopers!! I have not posted in a long time but I thought I would let you know that I love the site and it is the first site I check when I turn the computer on. I have met and traded with some really awesome people through Sandtroopers, especially my main man Mike Coszalter. Mike and I have made many excellent transactions over the past few months. Thanks again for the T-shirt Mike! Now on to the news. The Target store in Shoreview, MN has been hot the last couple of months. I have been able to find everything there the past couple of months so I have not had to do much store hunting. They have Acklays and most of the latest figures on the shelf. I have seen Chewies there several times too. I went to the opening of the new Target store in Lino Lakes, MN yesterday. They had the new Action Fleet sets but they did not have any other new stuff. I have yet to see Teemto, Ki-Adi, or the Target exclusive acessory sets.
Finally, I need some help. I only have 4 hard to find figs left to complete my collection: Sio Biddle, Pit Droid 2-pack, Amidala w/ ascension gun, and Sacul. I have 2 TC-14s and an R2-B1 that I would be willing to trade for any of them. Also, if anyone(like customizers) out there needs any of the easy to find nonvaluable EP1 figs, I have a bunch that I would like to get rid of cheap.
Again, keep up the great work Sandtroopers!
andersonmarkd@netscape.net
Posted by: vaughn | 25 July 2002 | 18:04 EDT
Trooper jedichirp reports:
I need some more help with what is becoming a bad trade. (I hate losing a Sacul). Does anyone know how to look up who is registered under an account at AOL.com? I am determined to find out why I was not sent my end of a deal. Thanks to the troops that have already emailed me on this subject.
chad.mcdonald@IWCR.com
Posted by: vaughn | 25 July 2002 | 18:03 EDT
Trooper joweone reports:
Went to the TRU in Annapolis Md and saw peg after peg of Obi-pilot and a lot of Chewbacca's.Still looking for red/yellow clones at KB, has any one in this area spotted them yet?also I need a Sacul if anyone still has extras to trade at this point in the game let me know( I have bloody luke and others to trade if interested)
Thanks , SANDTROOPERS ROCKS! Happy birthday, joweone
joweone@comcast.net
Posted by: vaughn | 25 July 2002 | 17:58 EDT
Dave from D&S Sci-fi Toy World writes:
D&S Toy World - New Arrivals:
We just got in the Playskool Falcon, and we have the Ki-Adi-Mundi & Han Endor waves in stock.
Also taking pre-orders for shipment late next week:
Deluxe Yoda & C-3PO, SW Trilogy Action Fleet, Acklay Beast & more..
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 25 July 2002 | 8:11 EDT
Sandtroopers Birthday gift to you!
Troops,
Today is Sandtroopers 2nd birthday (This was on July 23rd)!!!
To celebrate we are having a giveaway sponsored by Brian's Toys, you can win a C2 Jorge Sacul and a "BLOODY LUKE" variant! The giveaway will last 2 weeks and end on Tuesday August 6th 2002. ...So HAPPY 2nd BIRTHDAY to Sandtroopers and enter HERE to win our present to you! THANK YOU TROOPERS for all your help and support over the last 2 years from all the staff at Sandtroopers.com...
Posted by: vaughn | 24 July 2002 | 22:14 EDT
Trooper Monkeyambassador reports:
Happy Birthday Sandtroopers!!!!!!!! This is my favorite site online, very trustworthy. I enjoy being able to converse with people about figures and have many friendly people offer me a figure if I ask for help finding something. Long live Sandtroopers!! United we find!
Posted by: vaughn | 24 July 2002 | 22:14 EDT
Trooper Jeffred5 reports:
Hey Troopers,
I know I am a day late and a dollar short but, I just wanted to remind everyone that even though the K-Mart sale, for $3.50 Saga Action Figures, sucked because K-Mart has had the worst selection of any major store, there was another option. Most of the major store chains like K-Mart, Wal-Mart, and TRU will match any competitors advertised sale price. So, I just went to a Super Wal-Mart with the add paper and they had a great selection, so I picked up 10 figures @ the K-Mart sale price of $3.49 each. So, remember that next time any of them advertises a sale on Star Wars (which you know they will) it's like they all are having a sale on Star Wars. Happy hunting and MTFBWY
jeffred5@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 24 July 2002 | 22:13 EDT
Trooper Jedichirp reports:
I am asking for help from the troops
I have a trade that may have gone bad...I am being more than patient with him right now...
My question is has anyone ever traded with Jason Moorhouse from Baltimore, MD?? I have a trade that has been in the works for a month. I was to recieve 90 loose figs from him but when the package arrived it had just 55 of the 90 in it. After I emailed him, he apologized and said that the remaining 35 were in a display that he was taking down and that he would ship them to me. That was a month ago and now I can't get him to email me back. If anyone has dealt with him in the past please LMK. Hopefully we can get this worked out.
chad.mcdonald@iwcr.com
Posted by: vaughn | 24 July 2002 | 22:12 EDT
Trooper tra1138 reports:
Hey Troops! I was wondering if anyone out there had spotted the three new Saga 12" Figs. I hear they are out but I have been to three main cities here and no luck! I am also still trying to find KB's elusive 12 Clonetroopers (Red and Yellow). Any help here would be great. Thanks a million and Happy Hunting!
tra1138@mail.ev1.net
Posted by: vaughn | 24 July 2002 | 22:10 EDT
Jedi Neyda Ssor reports
Does anyone know how many Star Tours Figures will be made? Are they all droids? Any info would be great. Thanks.
darkravenef@hotmail.com
Seems like RS has had the most news about the Star Tours figures. I think they've posted pictures of FOUR droid figures so far...
Posted by: vaughn | 24 July 2002 | 22:05 EDT
Trooper Chad Reports:
Great news,
Today(7/24) I found the 25th anniversary x-wing already at TRU. It is a nice set. I can't wait to get the other one I ordered from Amazon. Take care.
cryan@ardmore.net
Posted by: vaughn | 24 July 2002 | 10:43 EDT
Trooper John reports:
Hi troopers,
I just bought 2 Acklays from TRU for $19.99 each ($22 after
taxes). They are MIMB and ready to be shipped. LMK at ozziehihorse@aol.com.
I also have 2 Chewbacca(Bespin Escape) for $5.50 each and 2 Count Dookus for $5.50 each.
Posted by: vaughn | 24 July 2002 | 10:41 EDT
Troopette Donna reports:
Troopette Donna from So. Cal. Happy 2nd Birthday to Sandtroopers. You are the best. Keep it up. Now back to Hunting news. Found Teemto and Ki-Adi at KB and the Acklay has landed at TRU. Went to two Wal-marts and found one lowered all figures to $3.40 while the other was still at $4.77. Lastly, if you still need the 12" Masterpiece Anakin, check Walden Books. Happy Hunting to all.
theloneswlady@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 24 July 2002 | 10:40 EDT
Trooper Dustin reports:
I was wondering if anyone knows the official release date of the new AOTC Republic Gunship. It would be awesome if someone knew it, because I need it for a diorama I'm building.
desertfox001a@cs.com
Last I saw was mid august to september... You can preorder it for 39.96 at walmart.com. That way you'll get it as soon as its released.
Posted by: vaughn | 24 July 2002 | 10:38 EDT
Supertrooper Lee writes:
You say its your birthday, its my birthday too... well in 3 days anyway! I'm way older, but you guys have been so good to all of us out here, don't know how we can ever repay Sandtroopers for all its done. The bottom line is, this is THE best SW collectors site in cyberspace, no if, ands, or buts. Long may you run.
leonpeake@aol.com
Thanks for all your help Lee... we are where we are because of super troopers like YOU!!
Posted by: vaughn | 24 July 2002 | 10:36 EDT
Trooper kolawan reports:
I wanted to personally thank Captain Tyler on helping me get the Clonetrooper Helmet w/ cereal and some of the Rubik's cubes! They are the best! For a kid's toy, they are pretty challenging! Again, thank you Tyler!
j.kolashinski@attbi.com
Posted by: vaughn | 24 July 2002 | 10:32 EDT
Trooper starfox reports:
Just a quick thanks to Trooper Jedimastereric (Eric Gensler of NY), he hooked me up with a Great trade for a Bloody Luke !!!! Target in Killeen, TX received some more of the Chewie & Han wave as well as the Mace Windu wave again...Wal-Mart has a few Djas Phurr & Endor Rebel Troopers, the KMart sale sucked, nothing new there at all :( that's all from Central Texas....
starfox@hot.rr.com
Posted by: Jason | 23 July 2002 | 22:34 EDT
Internet Headlines for Tuesday, 7-23-2002
More pictures of R3-D3 - Rebelscum adds loose shots of the latest Star Tours figure from Disney and Hasbro ( front, carded back, loose and loose 2).
Look at Unleashed Wave 2 - R2N brings a reader photo of the new wave of Unleashed figures - Vader, Anakin and Padme, take a look.
Is it me, or do these answers get stupider every time? - Rick McCallum gives an inane response to the latest 'Ask the LucasFilm Jedi Council' question - "... Alderaan or Corellia or Kessel?"
Money to be made making Star Wars toys - Yes, there is actually profit to be had by making Star Wars figures. TFN news captures an article reporting Hasbro's unexpected profits for the second quarter. "U.S. toy sales were up 18 percent, led by a strong performance by its Transformers, G.I. Joe, Star Wars, Playskool, Nerf and Zoids lines." Read the full report at TFN, here.
Deluxe shots - This time from JundlandWastes.com, Jundland gives us a good look at the packaged figures which are turning up in stores, Yoda and C-3PO.
Banana Peel repels the Force - Another goofy behind the scenes look at the filming of AOTC looks at a Jedi taking a pretty bad spill in the Arena battle, from SW.com.
Posted by: vaughn | 23 July 2002 | 20:57 EDT
Trooper Dom reports:
Happy Birthday Sandtroopers,
Thanks for a great two years of inside info and countless successful trades. Now I need some help from the troops. I'm in desperate need for the KB exclusive red and yellow 12" clonetroopers. I have a lot of hard to finds that I'd be willing to trade. Also, I'd trade 5 AOTC figs for these and I'd throw in some cash if you prefer. I have Dooku, Anakin hangar duel, and Yoda among others. Actually, I have 2 Yodas. If anyone's having trouble finding Teemto and Ki-Adi-Mundi, no problem. Take advantage of me. Don't make me use ebay.
dsoll@execpc.com
Posted by: vaughn | 23 July 2002 | 20:55 EDT
Hasbro News Release:
Hasbro, Inc. will be attending Comic Con 2002 in San Diego from Wednesday, July 31 through Sunday, August 4. Our booth will be open Exhibitor hours during the show. Since cameras are allowed into the convention, pictures may be taken of whatever product is on display, however, no product will be taken out of the display cases.
Here's a look at what's going on:
HASBRO BOOTH
Stop by the Hasbro booth to check out the latest from our STAR WARS, TRANSFORMERS, G.I. JOE, DISNEY, ZOIDS brands, along with some offerings from Wizards of the Coast. Don't miss this chance to be an action figure in the life-sized blister packs from STAR WARS and G.I. JOE!
GEARED FOR A NEW WAY TO PLAY?
Stop by the STIKFAS(tm) booth and check out these revolutionary new Action Figure Kits. Meet Ban Yinh Jheow, the creator of Stikfas, and also see some of the customized figures done by STIKFAS(tm) fans .
Hasbro Panel
Thursday, August 1st, Noon - 1:00 p.m. Room 16AB
Hasbro, Inc. presents a question and answer session with members of the STAR WARS, TRANSFORMERS AND G.I .JOE teams.
Stikfas Panel:
Thursday, August 1st, 1:00 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Room 16AB
GEARED FOR A NEW WAY TO PLAY? Come and hear all about the origins of STIKFAS(tm). Armed with incredible interchangeability and poseability, these Action Figure Kits are leading the way in a whole new toy revolution.
Posted by: vaughn | 23 July 2002 | 20:50 EDT
The Phantom Jedi reports:
Not news, but I don't know where I should send this!
I'm from the UK and managed to get some of those 3D starpics from the Frito Lay crisps - but I need 4 to complete a set - Obi-Wan, Dooku, Anakin and, of course, the Clonetroopers.
I'm not bothered about the colours, but I would like a set of the characters. Can anybody help me out?
If so please email me at phantomjediuk@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 23 July 2002 | 20:47 EDT
Trooper Jacen reports:
Hi all! and happy bday Sandtroopers. Some odds and ends to trade off today:
AOTC endor han(white or grey lever) Bespin Chewie, bearded endor soldiers, Royal guards, and a taun we. Also most of the older 12 inchs are still around, including Mace. No kbs yet.
jaysafley@hotmail.com
Posted by: vaughn | 23 July 2002 | 20:44 EDT
Trooper Frank reports:
HI EVERYONE!
Just to let you know, i received my set of 3 STAR WARS CARS from CHEERIOS today, nice looking set! I sent them a check on JUNE 4th. They come individually sealed in clear plastic bags. They shipped them from MPLS.,MN in a small UN-PADED brown bag. They are in good condition, but i just wished they had packed them better! Also, does anyone know what happened to BRITT: HamYoyo1@aol.com? He has not posted anything in a while, and i sent him 3 e-mail's but never got a response. Last i heard from him was around JULY 3rd. He's a nice guy, i
just want to make sure he's o.k.
fbljr1@juno.com
Britt has frequent computer problems... I havent seen or heard from him in a while either...
Posted by: vaughn | 23 July 2002 | 20:41 EDT
Trooper Tim reports:
Hey Troopers,
First up I wanted to wish the staff at Sandtroopers a big happy 2nd birthday! Excellent job. Second, I just got back from Las Vegas and found a couple Ki Adi Mundi along with Djas. I have one Ki Adi that I�m willing to hand off to someone however it is an opener. Please keep this in mind if you want it. First one to email me gets him. I also found a battle droid with the card insert in really good condition. I don�t need another so if someone wants this one as well be the first to email me. Hope everyone out there is having a safe summer! MTFBWY.
awingace@msn.com
Posted by: vaughn | 23 July 2002 | 20:38 EDT
Admiral George writes:
Hey troops just wanted to drop a quick note for my fellow puertorican collectors. Walmart Super Center in Cayey has received a mother load of Djas Puhr, Chewie, Han (Endor Raid), DLX Nexu/Anakin, Dookus and Yodas to fulfil any scalpers dream 2 months ago. Some collectors (that stay in touch since I retired) from the area have asked me how things are at that store and they were very dry until today; Figures are $5.88 (tax free) and also they have received the unleashed Maul/Jango for $17.99 (also tax free), I'm retired but I frequent the store almost daily for Photo service as they do have the latest in FUJI processing, 1 week to transfer a slide to print in MN VS 1hour @ Walmart. I'll keep my old fellows posted if something else comes up. Also trooper RMS, you have asked for these figures 'bout a week ago, there they are.
Posted by: Zack | 23 July 2002 | 18:49 EDT
It's our birthday and YOU want more free stuff?
Shouldn't we be the ones getting the presents? Oh well...
Well thanks again to our great spy, I have another great giveaway to offer up to the troops. The only way to top our authentic Ep1 cels giveaway is to have an Authentic Episode 2 Cels Giveaway! This lot includes 94 cels: 91 scenes and 3 logos. These are the real deal! The runner-up in the contest gets something too....A MIP ROTJ Ewok Kids toothbrush! (dated 1983) A weird 2nd prize you ask? Well thats how things are done around here sometimes.
Send in entries to me at zack@sandtroopers.com and include the word "birthday" in the subject. You can enter in both the Lucas figure giveaway and this one, but only one entry per contest.
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 23 July 2002 | 12:05 EDT
HAPPY 2ND BIRTHDAY SANDTROOPERS!
Troops,
Today is Sandtroopers 2nd birthday!!!
To celebrate we are having a giveaway sponsored by Brian's Toys, you can win a C2 Jorge Sacul and a "BLOODY LUKE" variant! The giveaway will last 2 weeks and end on Tuesday August 6th 2002. ...So HAPPY 2nd BIRTHDAY to Sandtroopers and enter HERE to win our present to you! THANK YOU TROOPERS for all your help and support over the last 2 years from all the staff at Sandtroopers.com...
Posted by: vaughn | 23 July 2002 | 0:05 EDT
Trooper Jedi Neyda Ssor reports:
I'm e-mailing for several reasons. First to let all the troopers out
there know that I still have a good deal of figures for sale or trade. Trade items that I'm looking for are:
Ammo Wagon and falumpaset
Trade federation Battle Tank
Sith Lord two pack 3 3/4"
Playskool Millenium Falcon
Playskool Episode II Arena Playset
E-mail me at: darkravenef@hotmail.com
Second, I wanted to send a shout out to Mike Coszalter. I just completed my first trade on Sandtroopers and Mike was the best. Very honest and very easy to deal with. Put him on your trade list if you have one.
Third, I wanted to send in my latest piece in the Jedi Series. This is the second in a series of five. It is Obi-Wan and Anakin (Master and Apprentice). The first piece was posted earlier in July. Please let me know what you think. As I stated before, I'm planning on making prints and selling them. Any feedback would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, and as always, together we find!
Click here to check out Erich's AWESOME sketch!
Posted by: vaughn | 22 July 2002 | 21:45 EDT
Jedi Daxter writes:
Hello,
JediDaxter here. Here's a link (below) for my General's Petition that aren't getting in to many signatures at the moment. This petition is a combined one for General Jan Dodonna (ANH), General Carlist Rieekan (ESB), and Admiral Ozzel (ESB). I've seen many request for Hasbro to make these in the past, and that hasn't happened yet. So, Hasbro should get the idea that we do want these sculpted. Even I would want to add these to my collection. Well, good bye for now, and please sign.
http://www.petitiononline.com/jddave/petition.html
yea, another petition...
Posted by: vaughn | 22 July 2002 | 21:36 EDT
Trooper monkeyambassador reports:
I found an item on e-bay I've never seen before, Vintage Star Wars POTF Sand Skimmer MOC, and bid on it. Could someone look at it and give me your opinion on the autenticity of this item. Also, I know I won't be able to get the TRU exclusive R2, resourses tell me you'll have to buy the eletric R2 to get it. I know it's a little eairly but could someone hook me up with the R2 for trade or a reasonable price (when released)? Or would someone be interested in buying the eletric R2 from me at cost (when released)? Someone PLEASE help me.
monkeyambassador@yahoo.com
Posted by: vaughn | 22 July 2002 | 21:35 EDT
Trooper Tim reports:
Well, I made the trip to Disneyland this weekend with family in tow. Man I couldn't have picked a more busy day. Made my way though the throngs of locals and tourist alike to reach the beloved Star Trader shop where you can find the likes of star wars memorabilia not to be seen anywhere else. But to my dismay the exclusive star tour figures where not there. Bummer! I asked a friendly cast member when they expect to put them out and his response was August. Ahhhggg!!!! Two weeks to early. I did pick up a couple of nice things though. A Mos Eisley Cantina Beer Glass, A Jedi Academy sticker for my truck and a Nice Star Wars Visor. All in all it was a good day.
TWoods@associatedbond.com
Posted by: Jason | 22 July 2002 | 14:47 EDT
Internet Headlines for Monday, 7-22-2002
Fourth Star Tours Figure Gallery - ADC has assembled an image gallery of the latest 'Star Tours' Disney figure, DL-X2. They have front, close-up, and card back photos. SSG has also published a high-quality carded front picture.
Episode II ice cream - This is a bar from Japan and features some excellent package art. The bar was made by the Morinaga Milk company. Brought to you by JediNet.
'Cool' Vintage Diorama - Snowtroopers.ca has added an interesting Vintage Diorama image and includes some great vehicles in the "Hoth Battle" scenario. Dig the custom Star Destroyer, and if you are a hard-core 80's G.I. Joe nut like me, you'll like the glimpse of the Cobra Island Diorama with Terrordromes off to the left side.
Contest B r e a k d o w n :
http://store.yahoo.com/powercollectibles/index.html
Posted by: Steve | 22 July 2002 | 10:01 EDT
Moving
Hey Troops, I haven't been posting much lately. I was on vacation for a week and now I am getting ready to move. My wife, son and I are moving to Lafayette, IN from Ionia, MI in a couple of weeks so I can attend Purdue. I was wondering if there are any troops in the area and what the state of collecting is like in Lafayette? Drop me an email if you like. I will be making some posts in the coming weeks, but probably not many.
Posted by: vaughn | 22 July 2002 | 9:40 EDT
Jedi Daxter writes:
I went to my K-Mart today, with the special $3.49 price, and found some good figures. They had the new Nexu beast and the Anakin Deluxe with Geonosian Warrior. They had some older AOTC figures, but they had a news Mace Windu in and Final Battle Jango Fett. The Anakin deluxe was $9.00 when I rang it up. I asked an associate there about and he said he didn't know why it had that price. He said to just take advantage of it, so I got Anakin deluxe and Jango Deluxe for $9.00 each.
JediDaxter@wmconnect.com
Posted by: vaughn | 22 July 2002 | 9:38 EDT
Trooper Brian reports:
Hey all,
It's been awhile since I've posted, but here we go... Went to the Washington St. KMart in Indy tonight and they have ALL basic figures marked down to $3.49!! Heck of a deal for army builders and the like.
Next stop was Wal Mart on 96th St. in Fishers but some scalper slimebag was in there buying each and every Yoda, Dooku, and Anakin Hangar Duel. Hmmm, wonder why they are "VHTF"? This guy had no trouble at all finding a mounded CARTFUL of them. Looked like they had just gotten a shipment in. Much to my dismay, he was making a TREMENDOUS mess of the Star Wars display, I absolutely HATE that!! I'm usually the guy who helps put the stuff back on the pegs since I can't stand to see it a mess! Anyway,I had to leave, I just couldn't stand the rank smell that hung in the air... Ki Adi and Teemto blew in and out of here faster than you can say "Wampa" they'll come back, and in greater numbers. Still waiting on the X-Wing to show up. Good luck! MTFBY!!
BrianLustig@mac.com
Posted by: Tyler | 21 July 2002 | 21:30 EDT
R2Dtoys Newsletter
News at r2dtoys.com for week commencing 19th July 2002
Giveaway Time !
The one person who places their order whose invoice number is 829 (this is not an order number, and we are currently at invoice number 714), will receive a FREE Silver Anniversary R2-D2 when we get them in stock ! To qualify, all you have to do is buy something ! All orders are processed in chronological order according to its receipt on our SSL server. In no way are the 2 numbers connected, giving you a truly random and real chance of winning this great prize !
New Arrivals:
For the last time ever, we have received final stocks of the Tatooine Skiff vehicle with Luke Jedi. This was a USA Target store exclusive and is very hard to find right now. Priced at �44 each.
Coming into stock on Tuesday is the long-awaited 25th Anniversary X-Wing fighter ! We are getting very small numbers and taking your pre-order now ! All X-Wings will be shipped the day we get them. Priced �49 each.
We also expect the new Darth Maul and Anakin figures towards the end of next week, and repeat stocks of Obi-Wan Pilot. We are now accepting pre-orders. Priced �6 each.
We still have limited stocks of Chewbacca Cloud City Capture at �6 each and hope to get the new Teemto and Ki Adi Mundi figures in larger numbers at the regular �6 price by next Friday, we will keep you posted.
Gen Y figures UNLEASHED Darth Maul & Jango Fett are on sale as pre-orders for �13 each too, again in small numbers, being shipped to you on Tuesday.
A pre-order at r2dtoys.com means you are guaranteed your order, we will not offer pre-orders against products where we are uncertain of arrival date or price. A pre-order means we are guaranteed of receipt, and so are you.
General News:
Still in stock are limited numbers of some of the rarer POTF2 freeze frame figures and Episode 1 items, plus some US and UK exclusives.
On ebay right now we are running a lot of fantastic auctions with some very rare items indeed, and some very cool variations. All start at $1 with no reserve ! Check out this link for details of what can be won !
http://cgi6.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewSellersOtherItems&userid=potjuk&include=0&since=-1&sort=3&rows=25
Episode 2 figures have been starting to roll-out at �5 or LESS and we are getting new items all the time. We have 3 figures from the POTJ Teebo wave for just �13.50 (around $20 per set), Tie Bomber for �29 and Snowspeeder for �29. We have the last few TIE Interceptor's for sale and a host of other great items on closeout, see our SPECIALS page for full details.
Our homepage and re-vamped website are almost finished now.....making your shopping experience faster and even better than before ! With lots of new features and services, we will be your Number 1 stop for Star Wars toys and figures ! We hope to see you soon.
www.r2dtoys.com
Posted by: vaughn | 21 July 2002 | 16:50 EDT
Trooper SWnut928 reports:
I found Teemto and Ki-Adi at the Wal-Mart in Howell, MI. I still have yet to see a Chewbacca Cloud City anywhere around here, but looking at Ebay, I see where they all are. I refuse to get it from there. Good luck, troops!
Swnut928@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 21 July 2002 | 16:48 EDT
Jim from Federation Toys writes:
We have more stormtrooper 4 packs and Acklays and a few LUKE MASTER REPLICAS SABERS left. HAN Chewy and Obiwan Pilot back in stock $7.00 each. And have TIE-BOMBERS, SNOW SPEEDERS back in stock. Thanks Have a great day.
www.federationtoys.com
Posted by: vaughn | 21 July 2002 | 16:47 EDT
The guys from Toyfellas.com write:
We have reduced some of the prices on our EP II Action Figures as low as $2.99, just click on the Specials link. Jango Fett's Slave 1 is only $19.00 and Reek is only $12.49. We also have Han Solo Endor Raid with Grey or White Action Button, Chewbacca Cloud City Capture and Obi-Wan Jedi Starfighter Pilot each for $7.49. Star Wars Unleashed Figures, Darth Maul or Jango & Boba Fett for $13.99.
Specials: http://www.toyfellas.com/shop/customer/home.php?cat=342
Slave 1, Reek and the others:
http://www.toyfellas.com/shop/customer/
Remember take 10% off all order $20.00 or more. One more thing forget about it.
Posted by: Jason | 21 July 2002 | 12:38 EDT
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Posted by: Jason | 21 July 2002 | 12:05 EDT
Trooper Lex-Wan (Cantina Showdown) reports Trubble Bubbles:
Not COBRA's Flight Pod, no ... Yup, that's right, another change to an inner bubble, this time it's Ki-Adi-Mundi. Take a look at the image & notice that 1 fig has a plastic holder for the tip of the lightsaber that is part of the inner bubble, while the other fig which was made later by nearly a month just has a lightsaber tray & is taped in. Also tape has been added to the front right blast effect to hold it in better.
Yes another, what's that you say you need another packaging variant (inner blister change) to Anakin Hanger duel so he can catch up with Anakin Outland digs? Well okay here it is, if you look closely at his right arm the older figs have a weird piece of plastic (attached to the inner bubble, part of it actually) that goes over his arm. This other fig doesn't have that, the plastic has been changed yet again. it could be an error too - they might not have cut the plastic out. The date stamps are the same date so it's anybody's guess! I'm starting to get variation/error overload from the Saga line *shibby shibby* what to do now that there is 2 inner blister changes & 2 sticker changes on this fig? Way to go Hasbro, that's using your noodle. I swear they must have put my little nephew in charge of package designs over there "Na, I don't like it this way, let's do it thisaway." Yours, Lex-wan
Click on thumbnails below to see the comparisons
Posted by: vaughn | 21 July 2002 | 10:04 EDT
Trooper cplhritz reports:
Finally some new figs have come back to NW Indiana,what's up troops its been awhile since I made a report,that's because I had nothing new to report.Any way I found Han Solo,Djas Phur,and Obi-wan(Coruscant chase) this one I've never seen here,I know its old to you but new to me,all at Kay-Bee, went to about six stores and nothing blah blah blah same stuff as always. Asked about the X-wing at TRU and the clerk looked at me like I was talking Huttese or Jawa jabber or something,anyway I'd like to give a big shout out to Trooper Josiah Torrez out of TX for hooking me up with a Saga Chewbacca, I traded him a B'omarr Monk for Chewie,fast shipping cool guy,I hope to trade with him again, you should too.thanks Semper FI, MTFBWY
cplhritz@netzero.net
Posted by: vaughn | 21 July 2002 | 10:04 EDT
Trooper Boba-Fred reports:
Hey Troopers-
In such a short time, a very elite unit of Santroopers was formed here on the West Coast.This unit performd beyond belief, thus sending Packages scurring across the Country. The last parcel has landed, thus giving me great satisfaction to Whooop it up for the Boys! Whoop Whoooooop! And thank All the Sandtoooper community, for responding to Entertainment Earths Sale,and all those who have helped me build my collection! Thank You for all your Trades!
I just want to give a big shout out to the Sand troopers West Coast, Bomba Brigade, 69th Div. You guys were awsome!
orozco91331@yahoo.com
Posted by: vaughn | 21 July 2002 | 10:02 EDT
Trooper Boba_brett reports:
Boba-Brett here from Rocky River Ohio! This morning my son and I went "hunting". We found the Acklay! Family Toy Warehouse by us had 4 altogether..now they have 3. A couple boxes were dented, would be great for openers. Also had the Unleashed, Chewie Bespin,Djas,Orn, etc...No Teemto though..Guess I have to be patient. They also have full kids costumes of Jango, Anakin & Padme. I haven't seen these anywhere else. Has anyone seen these? MTFBWY!
lbg2000@netzero.net
Posted by: Jason | 21 July 2002 | 1:08 EDT
New Toys at BigBadToyStore, including Playskool Falcon
Posted by: Spiceowan | 21 July 2002 | 0:56 EDT
We have a winner...
Spiceowan here and after coming down to two contestants we have a winner in the Force of the Bay 1st ever E-Bay Power Sucka award winner goes to THIS SUCKA. That is a rare item if you didn't go into a Toys R Us between 1998-2000 ! We did have a runner up I can let you Troops have a chuckle with this garbage. I can't believe what some people are trying to push on us. I need help in exposing this scum if you find something that is ridiculous send it to me at spiceowan@sandtroopers.com. This is merely a little humor, to entertain not offend and maybe give you a grin. Thanks to Troops R4-M9 and Eric Franks for the entries.Guys who put stuff like this for auction should seek real employment and work for a living. That's all for now Troops Kick A$% and take names!
Posted by: Darth Crypt | 20 July 2002 | 20:37 EDT
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Posted by: Jason | 20 July 2002 | 13:03 EDT
Internet Headlines for Saturday, 7-20-2002
More Star Tours - Well, to entice the hardcore collectors' interest in Star Tours figures, the next release appears to be an Astromech Droid, as reported at Rebelscum. RS brings a photo of R3-D3 with clear dome and white/blue deco.
Jedi don't go Commando - Another 'Ask the Lucasfilm Jedi Council' poses - "Why was Plo Koon and Ki-Adi-Mundi's commando raid on the Droid Control Ship cut from the final edit of Attack of the Clones?" You see, a Jedi attack force battled its way up the ship's ramp, through doorways, down halls, and into the bridge of the ship. The scene was filled with much swordplay and stunts. So why wasn't this action sequence included? Read the usual rhetoric here.
Stand-out Jedi - The Official Site's databank grows with the addition of key Jedi involved in the Geonosis battle that preluded the Clone Wars. Eight images and Jedi, including Bultar Swan and Kit Fisto. Interestingly, most of the Jedi pictured are either female and/or markedly visually ethnic. View them here.
Deluxe Figure Images - R2N has updated again, this time adding the forthcoming Deluxe Yoda (and the Super Battle Droid and factory portion) and C-3PO (and assembly line and red battle droid) to their guides. See them at Artoosnews, a collage of poses for each set.
'On an average day, more than 40,000 "Star Wars" items are up for bid at eBay' - TFN brings an article in the New Mexico Business Weekly on the endurance of collecting Star Wars memorabilia. A qoute: "Unlike the niche markets for most entertainment memorabilia, 'Star Wars' is broad enough to be self-sustaining. This summer's 'Celebration 2' saw exclusive merchandise, including an action figure of Lucas as an X-Wing pilot." Read the rest here at TFN.
Posted by: vaughn | 20 July 2002 | 11:15 EDT
Trooper Mitb'ret'turuodo reports:
Found the Teemto and Ki Adi figures at Wal-Mart in Washington, MO. The pegs were full of the two along with Chewie, Obi Pilot, Endor Han, Djas Phur, Palpatine, and the Deluxe Anakin and Nexu. Still have yet to find the Acklay.
Also, during C2 I ordered the Pass Set, but never received it. I made several phone calls inquiring where mine was at. The only answer I got was that my order form got lost, and since I paid with cash and there is no receipt to verify that I did indeed buy the set I was S.O.L. So I guess what I am saying is, if anyone has an extra set could you please find it in your heart to help a Trooper out who got reemed? Just drop me a line at brn603@fidnet.com
Posted by: vaughn | 20 July 2002 | 11:14 EDT
Troopette Donna reports:
Hi, Troopette Donna here. Luke's X-wing Fighter has landed in So. Cal. Went by TRU Friday afternoon and found 3 sitting on the shelf. A very nice looking piece. Also the Unleashed Figures have hit Target shelves at $15.99. Happy Hunting!!
Theloneswlady@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 20 July 2002 | 11:13 EDT
Trooper Keith reports:
Hey Troops, anyone out there in need of POTF Action Fleet ships or battle packs? I have almost a full set of each, a few have previously been traded away. Would like to trade for any E2 figs. and ships and in particular the newer AtSt with Ewok. If interested send me a line at epta@telus.net and I can tell you exactly what I got and am looking for. On a collecting note I am happy to say that it has been fairly good up here in British Columbia but I feel that it will be slowing down now and I won't see many of the newer figs. thus I look to you to help a fellow trooper out. Keep up the excellent work Sandtroopers - best site on the net.
Posted by: vaughn | 20 July 2002 | 11:12 EDT
Trooper Raja reports:
Hey troops nothing new to report, but Peninsula Comics is going out of business. For all those that live near San Mateo, CA; they have allot of comics on sale 30% off and more. They had some Star Wars POTF-2 line and one Vintage Power of the Force figure I forget which one it was, but he had it for $175.00. Many Simpson figures as well as Spawn. There is a lot of stuff so go because you never know what you may find.
Peninsula Comics
4226 Olympic Ave.
San Mateo, CA 94403
650 570-5808
rajabakshi@attbi.com
Posted by: vaughn | 20 July 2002 | 11:12 EDT
Trooper Boba_brett reports:
Boba Brett here in need of help. I'm looking for a Jorg Sacul or Toy Fair Vader. Wild shot in the dark I know, but a "hook-up" on the Jorg figure fell through because of the chaos there at Celebration II. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Would be willing to work out a trade or pay for it(reasonably) MTFBWY!
lbg2000@netzero.net
Posted by: vaughn | 20 July 2002 | 11:11 EDT
Trooper monkeyambassador reports:
I would like to say thanks to the people at Sandtroopers and the people who have helped me get stuff because of Sandtroopers. I love this site, it is the best I know of. Thanks to all the troopers. Keep up the good work!
Can anybody help me find a POTJ clean Scout for less than $25? I have arranged a trade with someone, but I can�t find the clean Scout for less.
monkeyambassador@yahoo.com
Posted by: Jason | 20 July 2002 | 0:31 EDT
Trooper Lex-Wan reports on new arrivals from SW and other cool lines:
Yo diddly! It's Lex-wan with the Friday afternoon store reports. It's not all Star Wars but it is interesting. My Kmart verified today that their sale on Star Wars figs will be held this Sunday & Monday and the figs should be like $3.50 each but they don't know if they're gonna get new stock so little troops & troopettes ya might wanna save some cash for the sale if they get new stuff in. Kbtoys at my local mall got in 2 cases of the Teemto wave & some bloody arm Luke's & also they got in the Simpson's wave 9 figs at 7.99 per fig (ouch steep) .Wal-marts got in no new Star Wars but did get in the Transformer Armada boxed wave, Starscream - he was 19.98 & so was red alert but the tank megatron was 24.98. Also they got in the new He-man figs at 11.88 per fig. Other than that not too much else here in mid east PA.
I too want to thank Frank out of NY for yet another awesome interaction if ya got nothin to trade& I got them I'll give em to ya for cost & ship that's my motto Sandtroopers forever (I still think we need Sandtroopers.com member T-shirts) Lex-doood-Kenobi debalus@att.net
I'd also like to say "cheers to Lex for the recent help he's given me - Jeers to this rusty tailgate!" -J.
Posted by: vaughn | 19 July 2002 | 23:54 EDT
Trooper Brian reports:
I just wanted to say the biggest "THANK YOU" to Bill at Sandtroopers. I've recently completed a very smooth trade with him and finally got Jorg Sacul for my personal collection. Thanks Bill and if you ever need anything, please don't hesitate to drop me a line.
afpilot@bellsouth.net
Posted by: vaughn | 19 July 2002 | 23:53 EDT
Trooper Jeff reports:
Hey Troopers,
I am posting a Bounty on the Sneak Preview R3-T7 or any Clonetroopers that are on clearance sales. I have heard that some of the major chain stores are putting these preview figures on clearance for a $1.00 to $2.00 and I have decided to try my hand at customizing figures. I have never had the guts to try this before because I still remember some of my friends, when were still kids, "customizing" figures with lighters and firecrackers. But, what has pushed me into trying to make custom figures is the way they make figures now. They look great in the package and they have many more points of articulation than the older figures, but it doesn't matter because you can't put them in any position other than the one they came in. That's fine for most of the figures if you are into making Dioramas or other displays, but it's a little boring for kids to play with so their only option is to buy several figures of the same character and it looks stupid if you are trying to set up and army of figures all in the same position and you can't even have them in formation, like if they are waiting for Vader to come off his shuttle. The worst part is when they release a vehicle, but won't release the figure that fits in it until months later (like the Jedi Starfighter and Obi-Wan Pilot or Slave I and the Jango Fett Pilot figure that still isn't out yet).
So, please help me get as many of these cheap figures that you can
find. You can count on me buying as many of the R3-T7 and Clonetrooper figures as you can find for up to $2.00, but if you find any other cheap figures let me know and I might want them too. I prefer the figures to be on the card but I will accept Loose and complete figures. I will pay a finders fee that will very depending on how many figures and what they cost. Thanks, and I hope to hear from some of you soon so I can get started.
Jeffred5@aol.com
Posted by: vaughn | 19 July 2002 | 23:50 EDT
Trooper Dom Reports:
Hi troops,
I just spotted a Teebo and an R4 droid from the Bo-Shek wave (no Bo) atthe local Sunset Motion Picture Co. I know that some troopers want
these, but they're a little pricey at $9.88 each. However, if you really want them, maybe we could work out a trade, if they're still there when I go back. I'm looking for the yellow and red 12" clone troopers. I'd balance the trade by throwing in some cashola.
Dsoll@execpc.com
Posted by: vaughn | 19 July 2002 | 23:49 EDT
Trooper Chad reports:
I found the Playskool Adventure set at KB. I didn't buy it but it did look cool. It sold for 27 dollars. Thats it.
cryan@ardmore.net
Posted by: vaughn | 19 July 2002 | 23:48 EDT
Trooper Frank reports:
I would just like to say a BIG THANK YOU to ALEX G. (Lex-Wan), for a trade we just did! He is so NICE & EASY to work with!
fbljr1@juno.com
Posted by: Count Matchew | 19 July 2002 | 14:42 EDT
Great trader!!!!!!!
I just finished a trade with Dave Mark's A.K.A "Y-WingJager" in the Jawa-Sandtroopers Community Forums...He is GREAT!!! to trade with... If you ever get the chance to trade with him DON'T hesitate...Thanx again Dave...Peace
Posted by: Bill | 19 July 2002 | 8:15 EDT
Dark Steve wants to trade:
Hey Troops OHIO'S DARK STEVE reporting.
I want to thank Trooper's Vicki & Dave for our resent trades! (GREAT TRADERS)
Nothing new here in Ashtabula Ohio.
I had a trade that did not go down, so I have...... 1-TOY FAIR VADER MOC & 1- JORGE SACUL MOC I need 1- FF SANDTROOPER MOC at least in C-9 condition.Can anyone out there that can help me? This is the only figure I need for my collection. Please only email me if you have this figure to trade thanks!
SADaniels@alltel.net
Posted by: Bill | 19 July 2002 | 8:10 EDT
ObiWanJay with some news:
Hey Troops,
ObiWanJay here with a few items of intrest,
first anyone who ordered items from the celebration 2 store should be receiving them soon (i got mine on tuesday).
Second Darkhorse Comics is having a contest top prize (1) is a complete library of trade paperbacks, a complete set of attack of the clones foils from the new tcg. a Jorg Scaul figure, and a star wars mini bust. Second prise (10) is a Dark Horse g