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Archived News-February 2009


Week 1

Friday February 06, 2009
Daily Video Clip

Today's new video clip in the Movies Section is from The Clone Wars Season 1. The latest available episode is Trespass. You can find this video clip in the Television Shows section. If you have a movie clip or scene in a AVI, MOV, etc. format, please send it in! Enjoy!


Posted by: Jedi Power

Friday February 06, 2009
Star Wars Reviews Section Updated

Today I have updated Movies section with the latest Star Wars Review. In this newest addition, Steve reviews the Saga Collection's #65 Elite Corps Clone Trooper. Be sure to stay tuned for the next great review. Enjoy!


Posted by: Jedi Power

Friday February 06, 2009
May 2009 Comics

The Official Star Wars Site has provided a look at more Dark Horse Comics for Star Wars fans in May.

Star Wars: The Clone Wars #6 (of 6) Written by Henry Gilroy; Pencils by Scott Hepburn; Inks by Dan Parsons; Cover by Le Tang On sale May 13. 40 pages.

In this thrilling conclusion to "Slaves of the Republic," Anakin Skywalker, Obi-Wan Kenobi, and Ahsoka Tano fight to free themselves and the kidnapped population of Kiros from a life of slavery -- and it's not only the Zygerrian slavers they must battle . . . Count Dooku has arrived with Asajj Ventress with hopes of salvaging the new slave trade that has been fueled by Separatist efforts.

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic #41 "Dueling Ambitions" (part 3 of 3) Written by John Jackson Miller; Pencils by Brian Ching; Colors by Michael Atiyeh; Cover by Dan Scott On sale May 20. 40 pages.

It is championship day at the dueling Open: Zayne struggles to protect his inept partner in the duels while simultaneously trying to convince the boy's warrior father that he and his friends have a plan to save them and stop the slave "farm system." Meanwhile, Gryph and Jarael set the team's plan into action, doing their best to avoid the duel official's security.

In the conclusion to "Dueling Ambitions," Zayne faces the reality of his dreams and his future, and Jarael gets a look back at her mysterious past . . .

Star Wars: Dark Times #14 "Blue Harvest" (Part 2 of 5) Written by Mick Harrison, Pencils and Cover by Douglas Wheatley; Colors by Dave McCaig On sale May 27. 40 pages.

The miasma of the dark times following the rise of the Empire entangles both the high and the low. Darth Vader comes to a realization about how short his future might be if he doesn't follow his master's every command.

While half a galaxy away, Dass Jennir, who has kept his Jedi past a secret from his employer, discovers that his employer hasn't been completely honest with him, either. The job Jennir has been hired to do is only part of what needs to be done, and a Jedi never leaves a job half-finished -- even if it means fighting ten-to-one odds!

Star Wars: Legacy #36 STAR WARS: LEGACY #36 "Renegade" Written by John Ostrander; Pencils by Omar Francia; Colors by Brad Anderson; Cover by Sean Cooke On sale May 27. 40 pages.

Gar Stazi's Galactic Alliance fleet joins forces with deposed Emperor Roan Fel's Imperials in a strike against the Sith Empire. Stazi has his work cut out for him -- not only must he hold together the shaky coalition, but he has to make sure that the allies do not lower themselves to their enemies' tactics! Fleet-versus-fleet action in the Star Wars tradition!

Star Wars Adventures: Princess Leia and the Royal Ransom Written by Jeremy Barlow; Art by Carlo Soriano On sale July 29; 80 pages digest-sized.

Princess Leia, Han Solo, and Chewie are racing to deliver vital information to the Rebel Alliance. But Han allows himself to be distracted with the idea of earning some fast credits . . . Ignoring pleas from Leia and the threat of trailing Imperial Star Destroyers, Han makes an unscheduled stop at a hot smuggling hub to pick up some cargo. Unfortunately, the crate he takes aboard the Millennium Falcon doesn't contain the kind of contraband he was led to believe. It's not simple or harmless . . . it's the kidnapped femme fatale Princess Mi!

Star Wars Adventures is a new series of graphic novellas created specifically for younger readers but with an appeal for Star Wars fans of any age!


Posted by: Jedi Power

Thursday February 05, 2009
Daily Video Clip

Today's new video clip in the Movies Section is from one of your favorite Star Wars video games! The latest scene we have provided is the Tour III Scene 3 from the 1993 smash hit X-Wing. You can find this video clip in the Video Game Scenes section. If you have a movie clip or scene from any video game in a AVI, MOV, etc. format, please send it in! Enjoy!


Posted by: Jedi Power

Thursday February 05, 2009
Guy Lagacé's George's Visions

Today I have updated Guy Lagacé's section entitled George's Visions. This is the tenth image for this section and was Guy's vision of Anakin, Obi-Wan, and Dooku fighting in front of the Solar Sailor in Episode II. Remember that these scenes were created before we had details of things to come, so this was strikingly close to what we saw in the movie. Be sure to also see other great artists in the Featured Artists section. Enjoy!

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Posted by: Jedi Power

Wednesday February 04, 2009
Daily Video Clip

Today's new video clip in the Movies Section is the Star Wars Is Back Trailer marking the reemergence of the film for a short two week run. You can find this video clip in the Movie Trailers section.

Also, I noticed that the links for the Episode I, II, and III trailers had gone dead since starwars.com changed their site, so they are again available through this website. If you have a movie clip or scene from any video game in a AVI, MOV, etc. format, please send it in! Enjoy!


Posted by: Jedi Power

Wednesday February 04, 2009
Land of the Jawas Playset

The Official Star Wars Site has provided a look back at my first Star Wars playset! (And I still have it!)

This early prototype of Kenner's "Land of the Jawas" playset differs significantly from the 1979 toy ultimately sold by Kenner in the United States and Canada, and the alternate version sold by Palitoy the United Kingdom. The prototype playset base does not have the small cave from the finished product where R2-D2 can hide, and the lever on this early design is flat like a popsicle stick and blended to the terrain unlike the knob on the production toy. 

While the cardboard backdrop has the same general shape and multi-layered cardboard construction, the paint scheme is completely different from the Kenner and Palitoy backdrops. This is noticeable in places such as the illuminated lights that only appear on the production toys. Many of the original features of the concept were retained such as the sandcrawler treads on the right side of the plastic base. 

This original Sandcrawler prototype is not known to have surfaced in collecting circles today as few prototypes from this early era have survived. The early design of the Land of the Jawas is known by collectors from its prominent shots on Kenner's 20-back action figure cards and early toy catalogs. Be sure to see the early prototype!


Posted by: Jedi Power

Wednesday February 04, 2009
Great Deals On eFX Clone Trooper Helmets

eFX Inc., the premier manufacturer of authentic, screen accurate prop replicas has entered into a special arrangement with StarWarsShop.com to make available a limited number of their exclusive Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones Clone Trooper Captain Helmet to our international customers.  As Star Wars Shop do not distribute this rare collectible internationally,

eFX has stepped in to make 50 of these rare, sought after collectible replicas available to our international customers.

For details and more information on this exciting offer email redclone@efxcollectibles.com.

This offer is for international customers only. It must be shipped to an address outside the U.S. and Canada . U.S. customers can purchase this helmet directly from www.starwarsshop.com

For a limited time eFX has reduced the price of their regular Star Wars: Episode II Attack of the Clones Clone Trooper Helmet to US$349, limited to the remaining stocks on hand.  To view the complete product description, specifications and to order, please visit www.eFXCollectibles.com.

Both Clone Trooper helmets are authentic, fully licensed limited edition collectibles recreated from the original CGI files provided by the Lucasfilm archives and feature fiberglass construction, cloth lined and padded interiors, eFX Custom Display Stand, Custom Plaque and Plaque Holder and come complete with a Certificate of Authenticity.

About eFX

eFX manufactures and markets high quality, “screen accurate” limited edition prop replicas and collectibles from your favorite films, television, and other entertainment media.  Formed in 2007, eFX was quickly awarded by Lucas Licensing rights to design, develop, manufacture and distribute prop replicas and models encompassing the entire Star Wars universe. We are currently in negotiations to secure more exciting licenses for other iconic properties.

Posted by: Jedi Power

Tuesday February 03, 2009
Daily Video Clip

The sixteenth episode of The Clone Wars will be airing on the Cartoon Network Friday at 9:00 pm. Here is the preview:

The Hidden Enemy

Synopsis: Anakin and Obi-Wan discover evidence of a traitor amongst their ranks while attempting to lead Republic forces to liberate the planet of Christophsis from a Separatist siege.


Posted by: Jedi Power

Tuesday February 03, 2009
Bases & Space Stations Section Updated

Today I have updated the Bases & Space Stations with the Echo Base-Hoth. I have added a flash video for a little something more interesting. You can get a listing of bases using their picture by type at the Bases & Space Stations. Or, if you would like to see an alphabetical listing of all of our ships, vehicles, bases, and space stations, you can check out the Index. If you have anything you would like to see us add, then e-mail me the request and I will do my best to add it for you. Enjoy!

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Posted by: Jedi Power

Monday February 02, 2009
Daily Video Clip

The Old Republic Official Site has released their first Developer Dispatch video titled, "The Making of Tython."

"Join us for our first Developer Dispatch: The Making of Tython, with developer interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, and breathtaking, never-before-seen concept art. Journey through Tython, the planet where the first Force users assembled and the Jedi Order was established. Discover how writers, artists, designers, and other developers came together to create one of the most essential planets in Star Wars™: The Old Republic™. "

Watch the latest video documentary for Star Wars: The Old Republic now!

 


Posted by: Jedi Power

Monday February 02, 2009
EUC Gaming Nights

Also, Andrew from EUCantina has announced a great way for fans to get together. EUC Gaming Nights! They are to happen every third Friday of the month. EUC Gaming Nights will take place on Xbox LIVE or PC, switching platform every month. The games played will be Star Wars: Battlefront, Star Wars: Battlefront II, Star Wars: Jedi Knight: Jedi Outcast, Star Wars: Jedi Knight: Jedi Academy, Star Wars: Republic Commando, and more! The game planned, as well as the platform, will be announced the Thursday night before the EUC Gaming Night.

The first ever EUC Gaming Night will be Friday, February 20 at 7:00 PM EST. We will be playing Star Wars: Battlefront II on Xbox LIVE. If you’d like to join in, please contact Master Andrew15 on Xbox Live or e-mail staff@eucantina.net with “EUC Gaming Nights” in the Subject Header with your Live information.


Posted by: Jedi Power

Monday February 02, 2009
Interview With Sue Rostoni

Our good friend and fellow Sworian Andrew from EUCantina has a great interview with Sue Rostoni. "There are those who enjoy reading. There are also those who enjoy reading and Star Wars. Then there is Sue Rostoni; editor at Lucas Licensing, Sue is tasked with editing comics and books Expanded Universe fans have come to love and enjoy. From covers to text, Sue checks it all. Join EUC’s Andrew as he talks with Sue about everything from old works to upcoming works such as Fate of the Jedi." Be sure to go read the interview!


Posted by: Jedi Power