From the selection of SWNZ Feature Articles:
Welcome to the 'Figure of the Month' for August. Although this is only the second instalment of this regular feature, the rules are going to be broken already, as we take a look at not one, but two... ...MORE
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Return of A Night at the Movies - Symphonic Pops Series, Concert 2
Saturday 14 June, 7.30pm, Aotea Centre, THE EDGE
Last year's A Night at the Movies concert by the Auckland Philharmonia Orchestra proved so popular it's returning to the Aotea Centre on Saturday 14 June. But this year it's bigger. And better. Return of A Night at the Movies will be an evening of immense excitement for young and old – including an innovative competition to enthral budding filmmakers.
Of significance to Star Wars fans - the concert features a number of John Williams' Star Wars pieces, including the iconic Star Wars theme, Across the Stars (Attack of the Clones), Throne Room (A New Hope) and Duel of the Fates (Phantom Menace; backed by a choir). According to John Williams, the inspiration for the theme of Duel of the Fates was an old Celtic poem called Cad Goddeu (The Battle of the Trees)... ...MORE
Matt G
The latest news reports to come in through the S.W.O.R.A (Star Wars Outer Rim Alliance) network arrive via Poland and Turkey. Check out their respective interviews with Ian Liston (Wes Janson from The Empire Strikes Back) and Jennifer Hale (voice talent from the Knights of the Old Republic and Jedi Academy video games).
Follow this link for the current list of S.W.O.R.A websites. Or, for an interesting perspective on the locations of S.W.O.R.A websites, check out the clickable S.W.O.R.A world map.
Matt G
Charles Ross continues his 'One Man Star Wars' show in Wellington, at Te Papa, next week. In the meantime, a number of reviews and television spots have been showing up online: eg, Campbell Live (TV3) coverage, New Zealand Herald review, Yahoo! review, and Stuff.co.nz review.
Matt G
I visited K-Mart Albany in the weekend and they had Star Wars Saga AT-AT selling for $110.00!!! These are normally going for something like US$200!
Matt H
Farmers Glenfield are advertising 20% off Star Wars 30th Anniversary figures. Usually $17.99, now $14.39 each from 1st to 14th May.
They had in stock several different electronic lightsabers, Mighty Muggs, titanium vehicles, and the latest wave of figures (Po Nudo, Gree, Tri droid, 2-1B etc).
There is also 20% off all toys until the 4th May (excludes already reduced items).
Anaria
When it comes to store reports or links to online shopping venues, SWNZ prefers to emphasize and support New Zealand vendors - sometimes, though, there are products we just have to go internationally for. With that in mind, when it comes to official Star Wars merchandise, the place to go is StarWarsShop.com.
They have a reasonable shipping policy which can be used to the advantage of international shoppers...if you buy up to a specified price-point, all items in your order will ship for the same flat fee.
Here are a few interesting product examples to take a look at:
- Caravan of Courage Style B One-Sheet Poster
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Caravan of Courage Style A Tri-folded One-Sheet
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Star Wars: The Force Unleashed TPB (autographed by author Haden Blackman)
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Star Wars Miniatures - Alliance and Empire Booster Pack
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Star Wars Miniatures - Champions of the Force Booster Pack
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Star Wars Miniatures - Starter Set
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Star Wars Miniatures - Starship Battles Huge Pack
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Star Wars Poster Card Proof Sheet
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Retro Darth Vader T-shirt
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Retro Gamorrean Guard T-shirt
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Boba Fett Comic T-shirt
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USPS First-Day-of-Issue Stamp and Covers Framed Set
Matt G
Most SWNZ readers will be familiar with the series of articles we did in conjunction with Return of the Jedi actor Gerald Home (Squid Head and Mon Calamari Officer) back in 2004 (see below). In the conclusion of that trilogy of stories, we revealed script pages containing dialogue between Gerald's Mon Calamari officer character and Admiral Ackbar, in the space battle scenes of Return of the Jedi...conversation that didn't make it into the theatrical release of the movie. Interestingly, if we take a look at the Marvel comic adaptation, and the novelisation by James Kahn, which were published before the film debuted, we can see portions (in the comic), or the entire dialogue (spread over a number of pages in the novelisation), of the interaction between Ackbar and his Mon Cal officer/aide as they were originally intended. Click on the second of the above thumbnails to this particular content (thanks to Paul Rowley who bought the information about the comic adaptation content to our attention, via Gerald Home).
- Gerald Home article, part one: Tales of the lost Calamari.
- Gerald Home article, part two: 'Revenge of the Jedi' call sheets.
- Gerald Home article, part three: The missing 'Revenge' dialogue revealed.
Matt G
The latest news report to come in through the S.W.O.R.A (Star Wars Outer Rim Alliance) network comes from Lightsabre.co.uk (England) - follow the link to read their interview with Tim Veekhoven, the webmaster of fellow S.W.O.R.A. site www.Teekay-421.be.
Follow this link for the current list of S.W.O.R.A websites. Or, for an interesting perspective on the locations of S.W.O.R.A websites, check out the clickable S.W.O.R.A world map.
Matt G
The latest news report to come in through the S.W.O.R.A (Star Wars Outer Rim Alliance) network arrives via Imperial City Online (Poland) - read all about the unique history of Polish Star Wars toys and products in "Let's Collect Polish Star Wars Memorabilia!"
Follow this link for the current list of S.W.O.R.A websites. Or, for an interesting perspective on the locations of S.W.O.R.A websites, check out the clickable S.W.O.R.A world map.
Matt G
I've just read on the SWNZ calendar (24 April) that 'Legacy of the Force: Sacrifice' is now available in paperback. I haven't seen that one yet, but I did find a paperback copy of another Legacy of the Force books ...
Legacy of the Force 8: Revelation by Karen Traviss; 410 pages, plus 26 page preview of 'LotF 9: Invincible'; ISBN: 978-0-099-49208-5.
I bought the only copy at Whitcoulls in Glenfield ($26), but couldn't find it at any other Whitcoulls branch I checked (NOT at the two Albany branches nor Whangaparaoa) and wasn't in Borders Albany either ... maybe they just hadn't got around to putting them on the shelves yet.
Buzz Bumble
Online auction sites like TradeMe have been described as "a system to move the world's junk from person to person". While I'm loathe to refer to Star Wars collectibles as "junk" we do have to concede that many pieces go through a number of collections before finding their final home. TradeMe has certainly facilitated that in New Zealand, making it much easier to exchange and secure older or harder-to-find Star Wars items. With that in mind, here are a few interesting, rare, and/or unusual Star Wars auctions on TradeMe.co.nz, highlighted at the seller's request:
- Star Wars Saga Yarael Poof Jedi figure.
- Star Wars elite corps clone trooper figure.
- Star Wars 442nd seige battalion clonetrooper fig.
- Star Wars Combat engineer clone trooper figure.
- Star Wars R5-J2 astromech droid carded figure.
- Star Wars R4-K5 Darth Vaders' astromech figure.
- Star Wars Ep3 Commander Appo figure.
- Star Wars Commander Cody Ep3 Holograph figure.
- Star Wars AotC Yoda & Chian (youngling) figures.
- Star Wars Celebration III print by Tsuneo Sanda.
- Star Wars POTJ Bespin Guard action figure.
- Star Wars Bust Ups - Ep2 Clonetrooper box set.
- Star Wars General Grievous starfighter *new*.
- Star Wars Exclusive Shadow Scout w/Speeder.
Matt G
The latest news report to come in through the S.W.O.R.A (Star Wars Outer Rim Alliance) network is from Lightsabre.co.uk (England) - click here to access part 2 of their interview with Lorne Peterson, and click here for their report on the Spaceport 2008 event held over the weekend.
Follow this link for the current list of S.W.O.R.A websites. Or, for an interesting perspective on the locations of S.W.O.R.A websites, check out the clickable S.W.O.R.A world map.
Matt G
Sigh...I'm a little later than I promised in getting photos from the Wellington Armageddon convention online. To try and make up for it, I've loaded this page with all sorts of imagery, representing the huge variety of the event. Busy and fun...that's what it was! Those of you who have read my reports on previous Armageddon conventions know that I am a big fan of these events...perhaps to the point of being a shade biased towards positivity...but, despite the absence of Star Wars guests at this show, there really was still plenty of Star Wars and related entertainment and value for those who attended.
For two solid days, we were able to escape our jobs and mingle with fan representations of characters from Star Wars, the horror genre, anime galore, movies, games and comics. Catch up with old friends who share our hobbies, and meet new ones with similar passions for Galactic and Fantastic memorabilia. Spend a dollar or two on books, figures, statues, cards, games, video...
The rain and cold wasn't enough to keep people from queueing in anticipation of the opening time...I heard that the building reached its legal occupancy capacity at least once during convention hours... ...MORE
Matt G
Don't forget (how could you?) that Armageddon Wellington starts tomorrow. Stay tuned to SWNZ for photos and reports as quickly as we can get them online (hopefully first pics should be up by tomorrow).
Matt G
Charles Ross will be performing his 'One Man Star Wars Show' as part of the International Comedy Festival in Auckland and Wellington (schedule on his website - Tuesday 6th May to Sunday 11th May, Sky City, Auckland, and Tuesday 20th May to Sunday 25th May, Te Papa, Wellington).
If you are not fully familiar with this entertaining act, here (HowStuffWorks.com/ one-man-star-wars.htm) is a great resource with video clips that will help convince you to attend.
Matt G
It's school holiday time again soon and Farmers are already advertising their toy sale, including the Star Wars Mighty Mugg figures which are now $19.99 each (save $5) for 18 - 30 April, 2008.
Buzz Bumble
I'm not sure if this is "Star Warsy" enough, but JB Hi-Fi are advertising a few interesting and mildly Star Wars-related DVDs.
First is "Howard the Duck" on DVD for $13.98 for those who want to own George Lucas' second-worst project ...after the awful Star Wars Holiday Special.
Next are the Star Wars spoof movies "Spaceballs" priced at $8.98 and "Family Guy: Blue Harvest" for $24.98.
Then there are two Battlestar Galactica DVDs (the original series). The pilot movie is priced at $8.98 while the complete series set is $29.98.
Lastly is the old TV mini-series "V" where apparently friendly aliens come to Earth only to turn out to be nasty lizard beings out to take over the planet. The 3 double-sided DVD set is called "V: The Complete Miniseries" and includes both "V" and "V: The Final Battle" with a price of $24.98. There is a Star Wars link here too - the contents page for the first DVD in the set includes "Chapter 9:
Technicians arrive [Star Wars (TM)]", but I'm not quite sure why.
Buzz Bumble
Last Saturday (12th April) saw a double Star Wars event in Hamilton. The Vader Balloon & Bodie Taylor. The basis for this Star Wars day was the 'Night Glow' component of the Balloons Over Waikato festival. A featured guest during this hot air balloon gathering was the over-sized Darth Vader helmet-shaped balloon, over from Belgium, that has flown at a number of events in Europe, and, more recently, in USA. The balloon is 26 metres tall, is officially approved by Lucasfilm, and was made by transforming vector models of Vader's helmet into a giant, flight-ready representation of the Dark Side. The balloon made its first flight on March 8, 2007.
At the invitation of the Vader balloon's pilot, Michel Lambert, members of New Zealand's Imperial Costuming group, the Outpost-42 Garrison of the 501st Legion, attended the event to support and promote the inflatable galactic villain. A colourful collection of prequel and original trilogy characters mingled for photos, adding to the strong dark-side theme.
But, there was also a very important kiwi Star Wars guest in attendance as well. Actor Bodie Taylor, who played clonetroopers in both Episode 2 and Episode 3 (most famous for the dining hall crowd scene in Attack of the Clones) made an appearance... ...MORE
Matt G
The latest news report to come in through the S.W.O.R.A (Star Wars Outer Rim Alliance) network is from Imperial City Online (Poland), in the form of a chat with Star Wars author Drew Karpshyn (who wrote the Darth Bane novels 'Path of Destruction' and 'Rule of Two'). Click here to access the interview.
Follow this link for the current list of S.W.O.R.A websites.
Matt G
Matt G
The latest news report to come in through the S.W.O.R.A (Star Wars Outer Rim Alliance) network is from Lightsabre.co.uk (England). This week, as part of an ongoing series, they've been chatting with Ates Cetin, webmaster of another S.W.O.R.A website - the Turkish destination Yildiz Savaslari. Check out the chat by clicking here.
Follow this link for the current list of S.W.O.R.A websites.
Matt G
The Warehouse in Albany has lots of Masters Replica Obi-Wan Lightsabres priced at $178 each. They are further down the aisle and on the opposite side from the few Star Wars figures.
Buzz Bumble
K-Mart are having a toy sale:
"Buy one toy and get 40% off a second toy. Second toy must be of equal or lesser value and purchased in the same transaction. Thursday 10 - Wednesday 16 April."
Although they don't have any Star Wars figures, they do have the Lego sets (plus the Indiana Jones ones).
Buzz Bumble
The latest news report to come in through the S.W.O.R.A (Star Wars Outer Rim Alliance) network is from Lightsabre.co.uk (England). This week they're chatting with legendary Star Wars costume designer and double Academy Award winner John Mollo. John was very generous with his time and gave a great interview, which can be seen by clicking here.
Follow this link for the current list of S.W.O.R.A websites.
Matt G
Just a quick note in from SWNZ affiliate ReelCollectibles.co.nz, to let everyone know that the latest Reel Collectibles e-newsletter has just been posted online! View it at this link.
Hugh Clark
Every now and then a real gem stands out from the mixed bag of internet content, worthy of sharing. The above YouTube video comes from the Electronic Visualization Laboratory (EVL), a research group established in 1973 in the Computer Science Department at the University of Illinois at Chicago. Its relationship to Star Wars? ...EVL is perhaps best known for the computer graphics featured in the Rebel briefing room scenes at the end of A New Hope. The clip is 10 minutes long, and has Larry Cuba describing how he animated the Death Star vector graphics for ANH - painstakingly, manually digitising the surface of the Death Star's equatorial trench in order to have it correspond to the actual tiles that made up the filming miniatures. A beautiful piece of work!
Matt G
This update just in from SWNZ's Australian affiliate, Mousedroid.com: Mousedroid.com has just returned from their first day at the Australian Toy Fair 2008 held in Melbourne. Visit Mousedroid.com for our first day coverage of the Star Wars Product on the Hasbro Australia Stand. Also available on our home page are two videos of the AT-TE in action plus the sound effect so the clone trooper role play helmet.
MSE-6
He lives sealed in a display case now. My first ever Star Wars collectible - a Kenner Stormtrooper mini-action figure, acquired in 1978 (originally on a 12-back card...I still have pieces of that cardback). He's been through a lot, but still has an original weapon. A little yellowed, and not in the best condition compared to my other vintage stormtroopers...but this is the collectible that started it all for me.
What is/was your first Star Wars collectible? When did you get it, and do you still have it? Share photos and your story by emailing me at mglasgow@xtra.co.nz.
Matt G
Online auction sites like TradeMe have been described as "a system to move the world's junk from person to person". While I'm loathe to refer to Star Wars collectibles as "junk" we do have to concede that many pieces go through a number of collections before finding their final home. TradeMe has certainly facilitated that in New Zealand, making it much easier to exchange and secure older or harder-to-find Star Wars items. With that in mind, here are a few interesting, rare, and/or unusual Star Wars auctions on TradeMe.co.nz, highlighted at the seller's request:
- Utapau Star Wars Figs: Obi-Wan Boga Utapau Soldier .
- Star Wars Collectors Tins set of 3 Tin Cases.
- 3 Star Wars Protocol Droids R-3PO K-3PO 4-LOM.
- Star Wars Kotobukiya Darth Vader pewter version.
- Star Wars General Grievous starfighter *new*.
- Star Wars Exclusive Hardcover Legacy comic book.
- Star Wars Qui-Gon Jinn mega-collectible figure.
- Star Wars Exclusive Lucas Family action figure set.
- Star Wars AotC Yoda & Chian (youngling) figures.
- Star Wars Battlefront 2 logo tshirt black size L.
- Star Wars POTJ Bespin Guard action figure.
- Star Wars Bust Ups - Stormtroopers x3 box set.
Matt G
This latest report has just in from SWNZ affiliate ReelCollectibles.co.nz... Reel Collectibles is now 4 years old! To celebrate, and to thank all of our customers, for helping us get to this milestone, we're having a massive sale!
Check out the specials at this link, visit the store in Queenstown or see us at the Wellington and Christchurch Armageddon Expos for Birthday Sale deals. Please feel free to send cake!
Hugh Clark
Toyworld Balance Street here in Wellington was positively brimming with more wave 1 2008 figures this Sunday. Multiples of every figure from the ROTS wave were present- Obi-Wan, Anakin, Commander Gree, Kashyyyk Trooper, Tri-Droid, Po Nudo, and the Lava Panning Droid, $20 each. If you're looking for some of these, go get 'em.
Daniel F
Borders in Albany has a about six copies of the new hardback book 'Darth Bane: Rule of Two', priced at $57.
Many places now have the Star Wars DVDs priced at $20 each. Borders in Albany has them priced at $17 each, or you can buy two DVDs for $30.
Buzz Bumble
The latest news report to come in through the S.W.O.R.A (Star Wars Outer Rim Alliance) network is from Imperial City Online (Poland). The Jedi-Con convention was held in Germany over the Easter weekend. A report in Polish is avaible here - the English version will be available shortly, but in the meantime, fans can enjoy the image gallery.
Follow this link for the current list of S.W.O.R.A websites.
Matt G
Some Star Wars fans will already be familiar with the over-sized Darth Vader helmet-shaped balloon that has flown at a number of events in Europe, and, more recently, in USA...it will shortly be making an appearance at the Balloons over Waikato show in Hamilton, 9-13 April 2008.
The balloon is 26 metres tall, is officially approved by Lucasfilm, and was made by transforming vector models of Vader's helmet into a giant, flight-ready representation of the Dark Side. The balloon made its first flight on March 8, 2007.
If you are in the region, visit the Balloons Over Waikato for event times and details. Otherwise, stay tuned to SWNZ for photos and reports.
Related link: Darth Vader Balloon (English).
Related link: Balloons Over Waikato.
Matt G
Whether you're browsing for a great deal on a vintage collectible, or keeping a close eye on the market for the newest figures, TradeMe has become a very effective marketplace for Star Wars memorabilia. Here are a few interesting, rare, and/or unusual Star Wars auctions on TradeMe.co.nz, highlighted at the seller's request:
- Star Wars Ep3 Unleashed Anakin & Obi-Wan figures.
- Star Wars Hawkbat Battalion Clone trooper figure.
- Star Wars Bust Ups - Darth Vader.
- Star Wars Bust Ups - Stormtroopers x3 box set.
- Star Wars Bust Ups - Ep3 Clonetrooper box set.
- Star Wars Bust Ups - Han & Luke as stormtroopers.
- Star Wars Bust Ups - Ep2 Clonetrooper box set.
- Star Wars Battlefront 2 logo tshirt black size L.
- Star Wars Exclusive Lucas Family action figure set.
- Star Wars Exclusive Hardcover Legacy comic book.
- Star Wars Exclusive Shadow Scout w/Speeder.
- Star Wars Remote Control R5-D4 Action Figure.
- Star Wars: Episode 1 Original Soundtrack.
- Star Wars: Episode 2 Original Soundtrack.
- Star Wars Rancor Beast w/ Luke (Kenner).
- Star Wars V-Wing action figure vehicle *new*.
- Star Wars General Grievous starfighter *new*.
- Kotobukiya Darth Vader exclusive pewter version.
Matt G
The latest news report to come in through the S.W.O.R.A (Star Wars Outer Rim Alliance) network is from England, where Lightsabre.co.uk has just posted part one of their interview with Lorne Peterson, who has been behind the modelmaking of big titles and franchises like 'Star Wars', 'Indiana Jones' (he won an Oscar for his work on 'Temple of Doom'), 'Close Encounters of the Third Kind', and 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial'.
Also through the S.W.O.R.A. network, we have received a message and photo (below) from S.W.O.R.A. ambassador Gerald Home: "Vinicius [pictured with the mask] was the founder and original commanding officer of the 501st garrison in Brazil - and he was my sponsor for my honorary membership of the 501st. (He's wearing his brazilian garrison t-shirt). The good thing about this photo is that you can see how big the mask was - and imagine how heavy". The Squid Head mask is currently residing in Sao paulo city in Brazil from March 5th to July 20th 2008 in an exhibit of 200 items.
Follow this link for the current list of S.W.O.R.A websites.
Matt G
In Westfield Albany today, Toys'R'Fun had new Star Wars items in stock - the recent wave of SW Transformers, Force Unleashed Lightsabers, and some of the new Galactic Heroes packs (priced at $13.99 each - Royal Guard and Imperial Gunner; Han Solo and Princess Leia as Boushh; Ponda Baba and Snaggletooth).
Anaria
This note just in from Yodasnews.com: Yodasnews.com had a great three part article this week covering Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination on its opening day at the Franklin Institute Science Museum in Philadelphia with over 150 pictures in a diary-style article that covers the whole exhibit as experienced by it's resident reviewer and graphic designer Jeff Gouse. Follow this link for more.
Mark
Yodasnews.com
With the Wellington Armageddon convention less than a month away, it's time to ask again...do you have an interest in Star Wars (or other sci-fi) costuming and/or prop-collecting? You might like to check out the General Costuming and Prop-Building/Collecting forum on the New Zealand 501st message boards. There you can see people collections and projects, discuss ideas and get advice related to costuming and collecting in New Zealand.
Matt G
When it comes to store reports or links to online shopping venues, SWNZ prefers to emphasize and support New Zealand vendors - sometimes, though, there are products we just have to go internationally for. With that in mind, when it comes to official Star Wars merchandise, the place to go is StarWarsShop.com.
They have a reasonable shipping policy which can be used to the advantage of international shoppers...if you buy up to a specified price-point, all items in your order will ship for the same flat fee.
Here are a few interesting product examples to take a look at:
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Stormtrooper Die Cast Metal Belt Buckle
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Rebel Logo Die Cast Metal Belt Buckle
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Imperial Logo Die Cast Metal Belt Buckle
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Star Wars Celebration IV Backpack with Messenger Strap
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Celebration IV Exclusive McQuarrie Concept R2-D2 & C-3PO Action Figures
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Marvel Comic Adult T-shirt from Chunk
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Indiana Jones Black Fedora Hat
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Star Wars LEGO Key Chain Set Vehicles
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Exclusive 18"x26" Princess Leia 3-D Lenticular Poster with COA
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USPS Star Wars Commemorative Stamp Pin Set
Matt G
Farmers in Glenfield had a few new items today - Star Wars Transformers, priced at $29.99 each, but with a $10 Hasbro cash back offer sticker.
- Clone pilot / Arc-170 (clone wars paint scheme)
- Commander Cody / Turbo tank
- Luke Skywalker / X-Wing Fighter
- Anakin Skywalker / Jedi Starfighter
- Saesee Tinn / Jedi Starfighter.
They also had new stock of the 'Force Action ' spring activated electronic lightsabers (Darth Vader, Obi-Wan), and the Force Unleashed electronic lightsabers - all $69.99, with a $10 Hasbro cash back offer sticker.
Also - Farmers stores have 20% off all toys until 26th March.
Anaria
According to this New Zealand Herald article, kiwi Star Wars actress Keisha Castle-Hughes (who would have wrangled with galactic-scale politics as the Queen of Naboo in 'Revenge of the Sith') recently publicly declared "I want to be a politician and maybe one day I will be (Prime Minister)". It is reported that the 17 year old is enrolled to begin a political science degree next year, so this could theoretically become a case of life imitating art (although, in the Star Wars universe, Queen Apailana began her reign considerably younger, at 13 years of age).
Matt G
SWNZ affiliate GPStore.co.nz is running its Easter Games Stock Clearance Sale, with 20-60 percent off over 700 different games on all major gaming formats! Sale ends Tuesday, March 25th. Check out these Star Wars-related items:
- LEGO Star Wars (PC), $20.00.
- Star Wars Battlefront (PC), $23.96.
- Star Wars Battlefront II (PC), $34.95.
- Star Wars Republic Commando (PC), $23.96.
- Star Wars Galaxies (PC), $16.96.
- LEGO Star Wars II (PS2), $50.96.
- LEGO Star Wars II (XBox), $42.46.
- LEGO Star Wars: The Complete Saga (PS3), $79.96.
Click here to review GPStore's entire Star Wars game range, or here for their DVD range.
PS: Don't forget...the Force Unleashed game comes out on the 30th June, for multiple platforms. Click here to pre-order.
Matt G
This information comes from a reliable source, via SWNZ's Australian affiliate, Mousedroid.com: Sorry to our American Cousins but it looks like the Kiwis, followed closely by us Aussies will have the first viewing of the new Star Wars : The Clone Wars movie in August. The down under release is set for the 14th of August, a bit over a day earlier than in the USA taking the international dateline and time zones into account.
MSE-6
Those of you that have been regular visitors for a while will be familiar with the 'Collector Spotlight' articles that show up from time to time. In these, New Zealand Star Wars fans share photos of their collection, and tell a little bit about themselves and their hobbies, as brief or as detailed as they like.
Well, there is plenty of space for more! If you want to show off your collection, big or small, rare, interesting or completist, email me to send in your photos and story, or if you have any questions.
Matt G
According to the New Zealand Herald this morning, Temuera Morrison (Jango Fett and various Episode 3 clones) will be returning to the television show that first bought him to most New Zealander's attention: Shortland Street. Tem will be on NZ TVs as Dr Hone Ropata, for 6 weeks from June this year (kicking off on the show's 4000th episode). It was from 1992 to 1995 that Tem was previously on the long-running New Zealand television series, and it was during this time that he landed his first major role, as Jake Heke in the 1994 Lee Tamahori film, 'Once Were Warriors'.
Matt G
The library of Star Wars novels and reference books continues to expand; but, not all titles make their way to the shelves of New Zealand book stores in useful numbers. SWNZ affiliate Fishpond.co.nz however, does give you access to all the available Star Wars reading material, at excellent prices. At last count, across all titles, they had 1,336,730 books, 235,642 CDs, and 14,403 DVDs available. Here are the latest available releases, ready to ship:
- Star Wars: Legacy of the Force 8 - Revelation, $22.63.
- Epic Battles (Star Wars Readers series), $16.99.
- The Story of Darth Vader (Star Wars Readers series), $16.99.
- Star Wars: Legacy Volume 2 - Shards, $30.89.
- Star Wars: Rebellion Volume 2 - The Ahakista Gambit, $28.45.
- Star Wars: Legacy of the Force - Revelation, audio CD, $30.14.
- Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic vol 3 - Days of Fear, Nights of Anger, $44.66.
- Star Wars: Dark Times vol 1 - Path to Nowhere, $39.21.
- Star Wars Galaxy Tiles, $24.87.
- Star Wars: Allegiance, $22.52.
- Star Wars: Tales of the Jedi Omnibus vol 1, $57.29.
- Star Wars: Starships of the Galaxy Roleplaying Game, $42.66.
- Star Wars: Legacy of the Force 7 - Fury, $22.88.
- Attack of the Clones, graphic novel, $17.66.
- Revenge of the Sith, graphic novel, $17.47.
Check out Fishpond's full range of Star Wars products by clicking here.
Matt G
The two articles about the 1997 New Zealand-exclusive Confection Concept Postacards (Star Wars, and The Empire Strikes Back) have been updated with a couple of new photos each, to better show off the graphics on the shipping/point-of-sale boxes.
Matt G
Since the official Star Wars club Hyperspace membership split from the Star Wars Insider magazine subscription, some fans have wondered what the benefits of Hyperspace membership are. There are 2 versions of the Hyperspace package available to non-US residents, orderable through StarWarsShop.com:
Canada/International Hyperspace Fan Club Membership
at US$14.95, and
Canada/International Hyperspace Fan Club Membership (w/bonus membership kit)
at US$19.95.
Here's what you'll get:
- Early access and perks at official Star Wars events.
- First looks and sneak peeks at new Star Wars projects.
- Six issues of online supplements for Star Wars Insider.
- Bantha Tracks online, the exclusive newsletter showcasing Star Wars fans.
- Collector Benefits -- Get VIP treatment with a 10% discount on select, premium Star Wars merchandise, early purchase rights on hot items, and look for exciting exclusive products available only to members.
- Connect with fellow Fan Club members online
- Test drive new starwars.com features before anyone else.
- New downloadable online membership kit filled with virtual goodies.
Follow these links, depending on whether you want the bonus membership kit or not, for more details and to order:
Canada/International Hyperspace Fan Club Membership
or
Canada/International Hyperspace Fan Club Membership (w/bonus membership kit)
.
Matt G
Online model store Modelcraft and Hobbies has a great range of Star Wars model kitsets, including some Episode 3 kits not seen much elsewhere in NZ. Check out their full range in their sci-fi section, which includes the following:
- AMT Speeder Bike, $49.95.
- AMT Death Star with paint and glue, $59.95.
- 1/6 vinyl Han Solo, $20.00.
- AMT B-Wing fighter, $29.95.
- AMT 1/35 Snowspeeder, $29.95.
- AMT Slave 1, $39.99.
- AMT 1/48 Naboo Starfighter, $39.95.
- Finemolds 1/72 Slave 1, $171.00.
- AMT X-Wing fighter, $29.95.
- Kalmbach "Building Star Wars models" (book), $57.95.
- AMT 1/76 scale Millenium Falcon, $59.99.
- AMT 1/48 scale Trade Federation Droid Fighters (x3), on sale at $14.99!
Matt G
In the ongoing search for Star Wars toys and collectibles, there are plenty of online options, but it's always nicer to be able to purchase from a local source - both from the point of view of supporting New Zealand businesses, and because of the generally better shipping costs and reliability. With that in mind, SWNZ has entered into an affiliate relationship with iQ Toys - New Zealand's largest online toy store. Their main utility for Star Wars collectors is their inventory of Star Wars Lego, but they also carry some Hasbro product. All purchases from SWNZ affiliates help contribute to the ongoing costs of this website!
iQ Toys we are not only committed to bringing you the highest quality toys in New Zealand, we also want to give you the best prices. If you see the same item advertised cheaper (online, in New Zealand) either prior to, or within 10 days of purchase, then they will match that price and even include a free gift! Check out the following items:
- Star Wars Light Saber (Electronic) OBI, $64.99.
- Lego Star Wars AT-ST 7657, $43.99.
- Star Wars Lightsaber, $24.99.
- Lego X-Wing Starfighter 6212, $99.99.
- Lego Star Wars Jedi Starfighter 7661, $129.99.
- Star Wars Light Saber (Electronic) DARTH VADER, $64.99.
- Star Wars Light Saber (Electronic) LUKE SKYWALKER, $64.99.
- Star Wars Light Saber (Electronic) Jedi, $64.99.
- Lego Star Wars Anakin's Jedi Starfighter 7669, $44.99.
- Lego Star Wars Hailfire Droid & Spider Droid 7670, $44.99.
- Lego Star Wars AT-AP Walker 7671, $79.99.
- Lego Star Wars Rogue Shadow 7672, $109.99.
Matt G
As promised I've taken some new shots of my ROTS Darth Vader mannequin which is now sporting the following upgrades: Master Replicas ROTS Darth Vader helmet; new 2-tone (black/charcoal grey) fiberglass armour from The Star Fortress; Philippines leather gloves; aluminum belt buckle; AgLok cape chain.
Future upgrades: chest box mod (replace plastic rods with aluminum ones); leather cod (coming soon); new, longer, flexible arms (coming soon); fiberglass shin guards.
Included are some pics of my new Kotobukiya Snap together statues... ...MORE
Fred C
Issue no.100 (no.76 on the cover of the UK edition) of the Star Wars Insider magazine is starting to show up in the mailboxes of New Zealand subscribers. The dominant feature of this edition is a 41-page spread entitled "The 100 best things about Star Wars...ever"...a little drawn out, to be honest, but some nice graphics/photographs are used, and there are some interesting topics covered amongst the expected favourites. The other material covered within the 84 full-colour pages includes a comprehensive look at the merchandise that makes up the Force Unleashed multimedia release...an interview with Sean Williams (novelist), a sneak peak into the Dark Horse comics, dialogue with Haden Blackman (LucasArts project lead) and Sam Witwer (actor, Vader's secret apprentice), and a breakdown of the toys we can expect to see in conjunction with this project. A pretty cool bonus with issue 100 is a fold-out Force Unleashed poster.
The international collecting section takes a look at unique collectibles from... ...MORE
Matt G
SWNZ affiliate GPStore.co.nz has some great prices on current and upcoming sci-fi DVDs and boxed sets this month. They also now offer free delivery on Games, DVDs and Music when you spend $49.95 or more, and have a 'price beat' feature - if you've seen a cheaper price elsewhere for any product, simply follow the 'price beat' link on any product page to give them the chance to beat the cheaper price. Check out some of these items:
- Star Wars Episode II - Attack Of The Clones (2 Disc Set), $19.95.
- Star Wars Episode III - Revenge of the Sith (2 Disc Set), $19.95.
- Star Wars Episode IV - A New Hope, Limited Edition (2 Disc Set), $19.95.
- Star Wars Episode V - The Empire Strikes Back, Limited Edition (2 Disc Set), $19.95.
- Star Wars Episode VI - Return of the Jedi, Limited Edition (2 Disc Set), $19.95.
- Firefly - Complete Series (4 Disc Set), $29.95.
- Galactica 1980 (2 Disc Set), $39.95.
- Family Guy Presents Blue Harvest, $29.95.
- Beowulf - Director's Cut (2 Disc Set) + Bonus, $39.95.
- Stargate - The Ark Of Truth, $29.95.
- Stargate DVD mini-store.
- Serenity - 2 Disc Ultimate Edition, $19.95.
- Futurama - Bender's Big Score, $29.95.
- Transformers - Super God Masterforce (5 Disc Box Set), $59.95.
- 300 - Special Edition (2 Discs), $19.95.
Click here to review GPStore's entire Star Wars game range, or here for their DVD range.
PS: Don't forget...the Force Unleashed game comes out on the 30th June, for multiple platforms. Click here to pre-order.
Matt G
Whitcoulls in Albany (not the one in the Westfield mall) had one copy of the next new Star Wars paperback ... but unfortunately I bought it, so you will need to check different stores or ask them to order a copy, sorry.
Star Wars: Allegiance ($25.99)
by Timothy Zahn
400 pages, plus a 16 page preview of "Darth Bane: Rule of Two"
ISBN: 978-0-099-49197-2
Borders in Albany didn't seem to have it yet.
The Warehouse in Albany has a couple of Mighty Mugg figures and quite a few Obi-Wan Master Replicas lightsabers ($179.99, from memory), plus Hasbro's new "colour-change" lightsaber.
Many places now have the two-DVD set for "Galactica 1980" - the sequel series to the original "Battlestar Galactica" which was often called "Star Wars for TV". This is the one where they find Earth, have flying motorcycles, send scouts (literally boy and girl scouts!) down and travel back in time to fight the Nazis. Yes, it's an *awful* series that has little to do with the original show, but unfortunately the DVD set also contains "The Return of Starbuck" episode - the one part of the entire show that *is* worth watching. Whitcoulls has the best price I found in a quick search with an introductory price of only $24.99 (a $15 discount).
Whitcoulls also had "Mission Galactica" DVD at an introductory price of $24.99. This one is the two episodes from the original "Battlestar Galactica" series that have been stuck together as a "movi". It's the episodes where the Galactica meets the Battlestar Pegasus. This one is really only for completist collectors.
Buzz Bumble
A report in from GentleGiantCollectors.com: Once again, Amanda Burns from Gentle Giant Ltd. was kind enough to answer some great questions that GentleGiantCollectors.com had about a broad spectrum of products.
Some of the questions collectors had were: Will we have alternate versions of the SDCC Anakin? Is the Star Wars Busts Ups line done? When will the Obi Mini Bust redemption info come out? Will there be a Star Wars Japan Celebration Exclusive? What is the price point for the Fred and George 2-pack? Will PayPal become a payment method for the website at some point? And more!
All those questions, as well as others can be read by clicking here or heading to Yodasnews.com or GentleGiantCollectors.com.
GentleGiantCollectors.com
The winner is of the Reel Collectibles/SWNZ 'Win a Sideshow Han Solo' competition is... John Serepisos of Wellington!
Congratulations John, Reel Collectibles report that Han will be on his way to you shortly!
Keep your eyes open for more competitions in the future and thanks for your support of Reel Collectibles and SWNZ.
Matt G & Reel Collectibles
The latest news report to come in through the S.W.O.R.A (Star Wars Outer Rim Alliance) network is from Poland. I love this sort of article...it's a comprehensive look at the near-infinite variations of Polish bootleg figures, by Kuba Turkiewicz. Click here to read about this menagerie of recast and often randomly colourful international collectibles.
Follow this link for the current list of S.W.O.R.A websites.
Matt G
The skinny from a weekend store run to Toyworld Balance Street in Wellington: still loads of 2007 30th Anniversary figures on the pegs (McVader, Smuggler Lando, 4-LOM, General McQuarrie etc) and a number of new ones with stands instead of coins – mostly repacked figures from later 2007 waves (Voolvif Monn, Padme Amidala in fireside dress etc), but there were also a handful of the 2008 Wave 2 The Force Unleashed figures still to be had as well. I saw Rahm Kota and Maris Brood. Basic figures remain $20 though some bore "$2 back" stickers. Wave 1 of 2008 (ROTS) has come and gone, as have most of the Wave 2 (TFU), but there were some new comic 2-packs including the Lt. Deena Shan and Lt. Jundland pack ($35).
Also available were the new evolutions packs. I saw the Fett Legacy and TFU Sith apprentice sets ($70).
Good hunting kiwis!
Daniel F
The website owner of The Vintage Star Wars Magazine Reference Guide have written in to let us know that their website has undergone a redesign. This is a very cool website that archives cover scans of over 900 vintage Star Wars magazines from around the world. Most of these magazines were issued between 1976 and 1984, but also in the years 1987 (Star Wars 10th Anniversary), 1997 (Star Wars 20th Anniversary and Trilogy Special Edition), and 2004 (DVD release of the original trilogy). Check out the fun cover graphics and art, and find some of the unusual places that Star Wars reference and coverage has turned up in the past: StarWarsCollector.online.fr.
Matt G
Some big and exciting news! Charles Ross, the talented entertainer behind the 'One Man Star Wars Trilogy', will be performing his show in New Zealand (in association with the NZ International Comedy Festival)! His website confirms the dates as Tuesday 6th May to Sunday 11th May, Sky City, Auckland, and Tuesday 20th May to Sunday 25th May, Te Papa, Wellington!
I've seen him perform at the Celebration conventions, and totally recommend his show for a laugh-until-you-cry evening! I'm running out of exclamation marks! We'll keep you up to date as more details come to hand.
From Charles Ross' official website: Best known as the mastermind behind the infamous One Man Star Wars Trilogy and One Man Lord of the Rings, Charles Ross is a Canadian actor who has followed his heart and his career from one side of the continent to the other. Since first performing his One Man Star Wars Trilogy in Toronto, Ontario in January of 2001, Ross has brought countless audiences, both large and small, to their feet with his surprisingly unique shows.
Word of Ross's one of a kind talent has spread like wildfire with recent appearances on Craig Ferguson, The Today Show, and Late Night with Conan O'Brien. His off-Broadway debut in August 2005 was a smashing success with critics raving about the incredible intensity that Charles brings to his work. To mark the release of Star Wars: Episode 3: Revenge of the Sith, Charles was honored to perform at Lucasfilm's official movie release convention, Celebration 3. Even the likes of Vin Diesel and Sir Ian McKellan have taken in his performances with rave reviews.
No matter the engagement, be it a rowdy night out with friends, a matinee with the family or a Sci-Fi conventions for the very dedicated, Charles Ross has entertained the masses with his high-energy and side-splitting romp through Middle Earth or a galaxy far, far away.
Matt G
From the 'People vs George' team: Now that two months have elapsed since our official launch, here's a quick update about our recent accomplishments.
The past couple of weeks have been nothing short of phenomenal. JoBlo himself (of JoBlo.com, DVD Clinic, Arrow In The Head, and Movie Hotties) agreed to send us his interview for the project, and kindly posted a news blurb on his website. Since then, our story has been picked up by numerous movie/sci-fi websites.
We also have some very exciting news that we can't share just yet; but suffice it to say that we have initiated contact with several high-profile people, who have pledged to participate in the film, and whose contributions will, no doubt, be invaluable to our project. Stay tuned for more information. And, yes, we've already received our first submissions, and we're getting e-mail messages every day from people around the world currently working on interviews, scenes, etc. Considering that we're approximately 22 months away from our projected release, we couldn't be happier with the overall response, your continued enthusiasm, and the increasing exposure that our project is getting.
Next on our agenda? Why, stay on target, of course! We need to continue reaching out to fans everywhere, and encourage everyone you know to participate. Keep checking our website (www.PeopleVsGeorge.com) for the latest news.
Onward and upwards!
Alexandre & the PvsG crew
At Westfield Albany today, Farmers has new figures in stock. I spoke to the lady stocking the shelves and she said they had just come in yesterday, and expected the stock to sell out fast as they hadn't received many of each.
Basic Figures - $17.99 each (but included in the $2 cash back Hasbro mail in offer) - Voolvif Monn (x3), McQuarrie Rebel Trooper (x1), Clone Trooper w/armour (x3), Jango Fett w/fabric poncho (x3), Imperial Stormtrooper (x2), Padme' Amidala 'fireside corset' (x4), and Destroyer Droid w/force field (x4).
They also had several Mighty Muggs in stock at $24.99 each - Chewbacca (x3), Darth Vader (x3), Boba Fett (x3) and Han Solo (x4).
They had just received one of each of the new Evolutions 3-packs -$59.99 each.
- Vader's Apprentice (Apprentice, Sith lord, Jedi - from the Force Unleashed game - includes a cheat code).
- Sith Legacy (Darth Nihilus, Darth Bane, Darth Maul).
- Fett Legacy (Mandalore, Jango Fett, Boba Fett).
- Jedi Legacy (Qui-Gon Jinn, Bultar Swan, Luke Skywalker).
They also still had x2 of the Episode 2 commemorative tin packs for $69.99 each.
Anaria
A number of interesting news reports have been coming in from the S.W.O.R.A (Star Wars Outer Rim Alliance) network.
From Teekay-421, Belgium: Last week, the official 'Star Wars, the Exhibition' opened its doors in Brussels, Belgium. You can find a first report on Friday's VIP opening and about the Expo itself here, and more details, via blog, here.
From Yildiz Savaslari, Turkey: A special broadcast of Voice of the Galaxy is ready - with everything about SWORA! You can download it here (mp3 file - 8.66 MB - 9 Minutes).
From Lightsabre, United Kingdom: Part three of their interview with special effects master, Dennis Muren - jump straight to the interview here.
Follow this link for the current list of S.W.O.R.A websites.
Matt G
The latest K-Mart brochure is advertising 15% off all Lego sets. The pictures they've used show the new Star Wars AT-AP Walker (#7671) as well as some new Indiana Jones sets (#7620, #7621, #7622 and #7623)
Buzz Bumble
Just checked out the Toyworld in the Manukau Supa-Centre and find that they have the 2008 Evolutions Packs (Fett, Jedi & The Force unleashed) - these are retailing for $69.99. They also have in stock the new Star Wars Transformers (Saesee Tinn/Jedi Starfighter with Hyperdriive Ring and the Luke Skywalker/Snowspeeder) which were retailing for $39.99. The also had some of the older Star Wars Transformers (Clone Pilot/ARC-170, Luke Skywalker/X-wing & Anakin Skywalker/Jedi Starfighter-yellow version).
Darksider 74
By now, most will have heard the latest info on the Star Wars: The Clone Wars television series - that it will be debuting in theatres and broadcasting on TV in August this year (it's not confirmed what the dates might be in New Zealand). You can read the full details in this StarWars.com story; the news has been picked up by a number of different sites and news services, of course (click here for an example, submitted by Dan Burkett)...follow this link to read the New Zealand Herald version.
Matt G
Many of you will be aware of the international Imperial costuming group, the 501st Legion, that has a New Zealand contingent (Outpost-42), but possibly less will know of its sister group, the Rebel Legion. The Rebel Legion is the costuming group for all rebel/good guy costumes from the Star Wars universe. It was started in mid-1999 by founder Tony Troxell, and has steadily grown over the years. It has over 1200 members now, with over 1600 costumes - from all over the world.
New Zealand has recently established its own Rebel Legion Outpost. Its members have attended many events, including the regular Armageddon conventions, the Episode 3 NZ charity premiere, and even Celebrations III & IV.
The URL for their website is RebelLegion.co.nz.
Matt G
S.W.O.R.A (Star Wars Outer Rim Alliance) has just inducted two new member websites, Lightsabre, representing the United Kingdom, and Star Wars Hungary, representing...Hungary. To kick off their involvement, here is an article, wherein SW Hungary interviews Mark Newbold of Lightsabre.co.uk.
Follow this link for the current list of S.W.O.R.A websites.
Matt G
SWNZ affiliate Fishpond.co.nz has recently added to their list of things you can do in order to earn "cash rewards" - get store credit for doing things like writing reviews of their product! At 20 cents per review, it doesn't take long to knock a few $$ off the price of a new paperback, or, if you're a prolific reviewer, maybe pick up a book or two completely free. You don't need to have purchased the item through them to review it - it just needs to exist in their database, and not have been reviewed before - just search for or select the product, and click on the "write review" button. You can also add credit by linking to a DVD trailer, subscribing to their newsletter, or selling a second-hand item. Click here for full details of their programme.
So, set yourself up an account with them, if you haven't done so already, then head over and start describing your favourite books, graphic novels, music CDs, software etc, and reap the benefit the next time you purchase through their store.
Check out the following examples and excellent prices from their current Star Wars and other interesting stock:
- Star Wars Miniatures: Champions of the Force, $22.86.
- Star Wars: The Complete Visual Dictionary, $76.97.
- Star Wars: Legacy of the Force 5 - Sacrifice, $55.96 .
- Hard Contact, $19.99.
- Triple Zero, $15.43!
- Dark Horse: Panel to Panel, $31.98!
- Star Wars: Visionaries, $28.33.
- Star Wars, the Ultimate Visual Guide, $38.52.
- Star Wars: The Han Solo Adventures, $16.14.
- Stargate SG-1: The Illustrated Companion Seasons 1 and 2, $31.93.
- Stargate SG-1: The Illustrated Companion Seasons 3 and 4, $26.74.
And check out their full range of Star Wars products by clicking here.
Matt G
The above YouTube video is a montage of footage from last year's Celebration Europe event. It comes from SWNZ's Hungarian SWORA affiliates, via Gerald Home, who stars in the clip.
Matt G
This competition is closing real soon...but you've still got time!... Bought to you by SWNZ and Reel Collectibles, the 'Win a Sideshow Han Solo' competition gives you the opportunity to go in to the draw for a Sideshow Collectibles Premium Format Han Solo Statue. This 1/4 Scale Han Solo figure is fully authentic to Star Wars: A New Hope, from the Harrison Ford likeness to the Millennium Falcon interior grating inspired base. Every detail of Han's costume and each of his accessories has been expertly captured in 1/4 scale.
The competition is very simple! Here's how it works... ...MORE
Matt G
I'm looking for vintage POTF figures, mint-on-card. All considered, but must be complete and in good condition... ...MORE
Leighton D
MISB EP3 Darth Vader Jedi starfighter to suit 3-3/4 inch figures. Features opening wings, firing missiles, black half droid and opening canopy to fit figures... ...MORE
Noel A
Spotted today at Warehouse Glenfield - Force Unleashed Deluxe electronic lightsaber - with 'spring open sith spikes' and 'colour change blade'. Priced at $59.99, but is included in the new Hasbro 'Cash Back' promotion - get $10 cash back (by mail) - offer lasts until 4th May 2008.
Also included in the Hasbro Cash Back promotion are the basic figures - priced at $17.99 with $2 cash back, and basic electronic lightsabers at $49.91 with $10 cash back.
Anaria
S.W.O.R.A (Star Wars Outer Rim Alliance) member website STAR WARS Clube Portugal has just posted part 2 of their interview with Shannon McRandle (Mara Jade).
Matt G
S.W.O.R.A (Star Wars Outer Rim Alliance) member website STAR WARS Clube Portugal has just posted an article worth sharing. Click here to read part one of their interview with Shannon McRandle (Mara Jade).
Matt G
Today at 'Toys R Fun' in Glenfield were two new Star Wars Lego sets from the upcoming TV series and video game:
- Force Unleashed # 7672 Rogue Shadow $109.99
- The Clone Wars # 7669 Anakin's Jedi Starfighter $44.99
Warehouse in Glenfield also had the Master Replicas Obi-Wan FX lightsabers for $179.99 (save $120), but I'm not sure how many they had in stock (behind the music counter).
Anaria
The "Blue Harvest" Family Guy parody of Star Wars has been released on DVD - there's a single DVD version and a "Special Edition" box with lots of extras. After doing a bit of a search, the cheapest place for the "Special Edition" seems to be JB Hi Fi in Auckland (Albany / Queen Street and a couple of other branches) at $59.98 - around $20 cheaper than anywhere else. Be aware that it is R16 because of "sexual references".
Plus, when I was checking the DVD price at Borders in Albany I found that they had some more Star Wars items on the small shelves near the checkouts. There are now four different Wacky Wobblers (Vader, Stormtrooper, Boba Fett and Yoda) priced at $35.99 each. On the same shelves they also have some Star Wars Deformed soft toy versions of Yoda and Chewie, priced at $29.50 each. These are probably available at the other Border branches too.
Buzz Bumble
This note just in from Yodasnews.com: Yodasnews.com is turning four and we have a great lineup of prizes we are giving away - check out Yodasnews.com for more.
Mark
Yodasnews.com
I found the above on YouTube...an old school Star Wars documentary - SPFX: The Empire Strikes Back.
Freddy C
On Jan 29th Scotty published a store report that The Warehouse in Sylvia Park had 5 Obi-Wan Kenobi Mater Replica Lightsabers for $299.99 each. Well The Warehouse in New Plymouth has only 1, but this has sat on the shelf for a couple of months now and has subsequently been reduced to $179.00!! The box is just sitting in the toy section (slightly scuffed unfortunately) but the actual lightsaber is being stored out back, and is available on request for inspection.
Hopefully a fan can take advantage of this bargain!
Dan B
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