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post #91 of 485
5/11/05 at 2:18pm
I think the Lego ARC-170 looks stunning when completed. I was a little unsure about the rough look of Lego before I bought a set, but I love looking at this thing now. Also, not so much for this set, but the stylized Lego people have a certain appeal. They are comical, zany and adorable. Again, that doesn't hold as much with clone pilots, but they do look rather cool in their individual cockpits.

I'm actually not so sure about the Hasbro ARC-170 at this point. I don't like the screw holes and the sterile look about it. I have the sound effect x-wing from a few years ago, and that thing looks pretty weathered. I wish they'd done something like that with the ARC. I may hold out for an improved rerelease somewhere down the line. Tim, if you tell me it looks good in person to you, I'll go ahead and pick it up soon.

Sorry, I know this isn't high-end stuff.
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post #92 of 485
5/11/05 at 3:34pm
Well, I took the plunge and pre-ordered one of the Sideshow Exclusive Vader statues from an authorized retailer last night. I got it for a pretty decent price, but it's going to be a LOOOOOOONG wait until September. Does anyone else here have one on order?
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post #93 of 485
5/11/05 at 3:46pm
Brent,

YEOP.

At least the Gentle Giant studios Vader is supposed to ship this month. I sure hope it ships soon!

Is the SS Vader really going to take until September? Wow, I was hoping we'd see it earlier in the third quarter of the year.

Oh well. Time will fly. Heck, it seems like only yesturday we were all huddled around our computers to get the first look at the first ROTS trailer.


-mw
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post #94 of 485
5/11/05 at 4:00pm
Brent did you get the 'exclusive' Vader(comes with that little extra droid)? I was under the impression that you could only get those direct from Sideshow(hence the term exclusive)

But at any rate, yep! Damn right I gots my Vader!
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post #95 of 485
5/11/05 at 4:28pm
Chazz and Mark,

I did get the Exclusive Vader with the Mouse Droid(limited to 2000) from an authorized Sideshow dealer and the expected ship date is September according to him. I have the Gentle Giant Vader on order as well and I'm hoping I'll get word sometime soon that it's about to ship. I've had it pre-ordered since March and after seeing it in person at Celebration III, I can't wait to actually have it in my hands.
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post #96 of 485
5/11/05 at 7:02pm
Added to my lightsaber craze this evening. Trekked over to Mesquite's Best Buy and picked up the .45 Scaled RoTS sabers for Darth Sidious and Obi Wan. The Sidious one is the BB Exclusive. The Obi Wan isn't available anywhere else.

The others I posted about did ship today but this is my first one in my actual hands.

Good Lord they are VERY VERY SMALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!

Knew it would be small but not the size of a pencil. Still, detailed and looks expensive and authentic.

But it is SMALL.
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post #97 of 485
5/11/05 at 7:04pm
Greg, regarding the ARC-170, I like it. Here's a link with some detailed photos for you.

http://www.yakface.com/TGuide2004/ht...es/arc170.html

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post #98 of 485
5/11/05 at 7:17pm
I've only seen the .45s online, and the guy had it next to a Sharpie. It was smaller. I'm not sure if I want one or not. The Sidious does look nice. I may just hope there is an eventual Sidious Force FX.

Thanks for the ARC link. The ARC is my favorite ship in a long, long time. Only the Republic Gunship comes close. I still wish the toy version was a litte more battle-worn, but I may have to get it anyway.
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post #99 of 485
5/11/05 at 9:06pm
Quote:
Good Lord they are VERY VERY SMALL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!


YEP!!!

BTW, has anybody seen the Palaptine vs. Yoda Unleased yet?
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post #100 of 485
5/11/05 at 9:45pm
Tim,

Glad you found the Sidious .45 saber and sorry I got rid of mine before you had a chance to buy it. I probably could've saved you a couple of bucks.


Dome,

I don't think those new Unleashed figures are out yet. I have the original Vader Unleashed and I'll probably pick the new one up when it comes out. I think they'll be available in June or July, but don't hold me to that.
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post #101 of 485
5/12/05 at 7:49am
No problem Brent.

One thing about getting in on the Master Relplicas stuff is that it now makes me want to get rid or return my Hasbro Electronic Sabers. They're still in the box. I might keep the Yoda and Obi Wan ones since there are not plans at this time to release a Force FX version. But the Anakin ROTS, Windu ROTS, and recently OT version for Luke & Vader are going back for $$. No need to have them since I will have the Force FX versions. Tomorrow is the delivery date for the FORCE Anakin and Vader.

Thoughts? I'm not sure what is really called upscale but getting these does make me want to at least have a classy type room decor for it all. Not trying to be snobby at all because I WILL never be able to afford or justify these full scaled limited versions of these mothers.

And I'll continue to buy the fun stuff too. Although from everything I've read, people are LOVING the Force FX sabers. Can't wait.

Greg, the Hasbro ARC-170 does come with stickers I guess to give the impression of a battle weary ship? Or you could always crank out the candle lighter thing and torch the sides. "Take that!"

Great shot Jansen.
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post #102 of 485
5/12/05 at 10:56pm
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has anybody seen the Palaptine vs. Yoda Unleased yet


Too cool! I didn't know they were doing one of these. I must have missed that at C3 somehow.
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post #103 of 485
5/13/05 at 3:46pm
Dome, just saw the Palp v. Yoda Unleashed. Wow! That is one completely awesome figure! I hope this isn't a spoiler to show:

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post #104 of 485
5/16/05 at 10:50am
OK, another entry for me in the high-end world of Star Wars collectibles: I just ordered a Master Replicas Count Dooku full-size lightsaber that comes with a numbered plaque(out of 3500), velvet lined presentation box and acrylic display case. I saw one of these at Celebration III and knew right then that I'd eventually cave and buy one. First I pre-ordered the Sideshow Vader last week and now the Dooku saber today. Somebody stop me!!!!
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post #105 of 485
5/16/05 at 11:24am
Brent.....stop
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post #106 of 485
5/16/05 at 1:46pm
I can't. Somebody help me..........please.
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post #107 of 485
5/16/05 at 10:18pm
I'd like to help Brent, but I will be living a meager life myself because I HAVE to have the following: The GG Vader, the SS Vader, the MR Vader Helmet. Between now and November (when the ROTS helmet ships), I am a poor, but happy, man.



Mark
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post #108 of 485
5/17/05 at 4:13pm
I was wondering if there is any full scale lightsabers without blade. Something as good looking as the Master Replicas Force FX line. The problem is that you can not remove the blade from the Force FX lightsabers and the Limited Edtitions are way too expensive.
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post #109 of 485
5/17/05 at 5:28pm
Sam,

As far as I know Master Replicas is the only company making full scale lightsaber replicas, but as you already know most of them are Limited Editions and quite expensive. The Count Dooku I purchased yesterday is numbered out of only 3500 and it was probably more than I should have spent, but I couldn't help it. I just LOVE the design of his saber and I had to have one for my collection.
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post #110 of 485
5/17/05 at 9:38pm
Sam,

I think MR has pretty much cornered the market on the full scale prop replicas for LucasFilm. While they are spendy, when one looks at the craftsmanship, they seem worth it...I feel like I have a movie prop when I hold my DV: EPIV limited saber.

From what I understand, there is some funky way to remove the blade from the FX line sabers. But the reason the FX line is cheaper is because they had to modify the replicas slightly to allow for batteries and such.

In fact, I remember someone being pissed at a scam on eBay because a guy claimed to be selling a LE saber, and it was just one of the FX versions with the blade removed.

-mw
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post #111 of 485
5/18/05 at 1:20am
This ebay auction is doing exactly what Mark just wrote (the seller is being honest though):

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll...531928746&rd=1

This site sells their own versions of lightsabers, with the blade as detachable. Problem is, their price range is sort of in between the FX and LEs.
http://www.parksabers.com/
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post #112 of 485
5/19/05 at 5:31pm
To those here who have the Vader Gentle Giant on pre-order, any idea when it will be available? I originally thought it was supposed to be out in May, but it looks like that won't be the case now. I'm eagerly awaiting the release of this statue and was just wondering if anyone had any news on it. Thanks.
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post #113 of 485
5/20/05 at 10:28pm
Brent,

My Gentle Giant Darth Vader shipped via StarWarsShop.com about the same time I was catching the noon showing on Thursday, May 19th. It is supposed to be at my door on Tuesday.

I would imagine other retailers will have it shipping soon, but it may be another few weeks.

Mark
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post #114 of 485
5/20/05 at 10:41pm
Wow. Sideshow announced today that they'll be doing 1:1 scale busts with their Star Wars license..
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post #115 of 485
5/21/05 at 12:56pm
Mark,

The guy I pre-ordered my Gentle Giant Vader from just e-mailed me and said he should have them in stock Wednesday or Thursday so it looks like this long-awaited statue is finally about to hit the market. I can't wait to get it!

Also, I just got my Master Replicas Count Dooku lightsaber yesterday and I can't even begin to describe how cool this thing is. MR does the most amazing work on props I have ever seen--this thing looks like it just came from the Lucasfilm Archives. It comes with a numbered plaque, display case, presentation box, etc. and even though it cost a s**tload of money I can honestly say it was well worth the price. This is a genuine museum piece.
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post #116 of 485
5/21/05 at 3:00pm
Chazz,

That reminds me of the Predator 1:1 scale bust they made.
http://www.sideshowtoy.com/cgi-bin/c...904&type=store

If that is $845.00, I can only imagine what they are going to charge for a Star Wars full scale bust.

I guess this would be the ideal situation for a ROTJ Vader reveal to replace the previously released one that never impressed me. I think SS would do a much better job with it.

I also think a Vader bust would be good, but it is soo easy to make one of those yourself if you buy the helmet and chest armor.

I'm curious to see what characters they have in mind. I believe the more extreme chacters, Maul, Vader, Boba Fett, and Greivous would be the best fit for SS, but how many people want a Sidious 1:1 for bust $845???

Star Wars dollars are getting streched thin!
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post #117 of 485
5/21/05 at 4:23pm
'I guess this would be the ideal situation for a ROTJ Vader reveal to replace the previously released one that never impressed me. I think SS would do a much better job with it.'

which previous vader? are you talking about the 1/4 figure?

yeah these will not be cheap, I'm sure, they are really jumping into a lot of 1:1 stuff lately (a hellboy bust and T2 shotgun were announced too)

problem with star wars isn't just the price but that there are so many characters. Predator? you just have predator
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post #118 of 485
5/21/05 at 6:02pm
I just received my MR Count Dooku Lightsaber yesterday.
This thing is a work of art.
I'm eagerly awaiting the arrival of my Force FX sabers too.
I'm getting an Anakin ROTS and a Vader ESB.
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post #119 of 485
5/21/05 at 6:36pm
Tim,

Did you get the full-size MR Count Dooku lightsaber that is numbered out of 3500? If so, it really is incredible isn't it? I saw the Dooku saber from the Lucasfilm Archives that was on display at Celebration III and this thing looks absolutely identical to it. This is one of the coolest pieces of Star Wars memoriblia I've ever seen and that's saying a lot with all the SW stuff out there.
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post #120 of 485
5/21/05 at 6:43pm
Yes Brent, that's the one. I've got #1851 of 3500.
It is most impressive
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