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Posted by: DarthWormie | 28 June 2009 | 20:03 EDT
The Jawa Gets a Little "Wacky"
 We're kicking off another new feature here at TheJawa.com, and this time it's a bit on the wacky side. Our latest archive features Funko's line of Wacky Wobbler bobblehead dolls. The ground work on this began way back at this year's Toy Fair in New York where we had a chance to talk to the fine folks at Funko and pitch to them the idea of putting together a comprehensive, online archive off all of their Star Wars bobbleheads. Today we are please to present to you Boba Fett and a Jawa (of course!) as the first two "inductees" into this new feature. Keep checking pack regularly as we continue to update this archive with more Wacky Wobblers. |
Posted by: DarthWormie | 22 June 2009 | 11:14 EDT
Meet Boba Kitty?
 Throughout the years, the Star Wars label has been attached to all kinds of merchandise. Some of those items have gone on to be sought after collectibles while others....well, not so much. How these latest items will be remembered will be anyones guess. A website called HelloWars.com is offering stickers of all your favorite Star Wars characters...if there were created by a Japanese anime company and geared towards 7-year old girls. The stickers, which can be bought individually or sets take everyone from Princess Leia to Boba Fett and transform them into the illustration style of the popular Hello Kitty franchise. |
Posted by: DarthWormie | 18 June 2009 | 14:05 EDT
Top 10 Architectural Designs of Star Wars
 Is it the elegant look of Cloud City or the spherical chunk of brute strength known as the Death Star that warms the creative hearts of current Architects? The British web site The Architects' Journal decided to put that question to the test as they set out to select the top ten buildings from the entire Star Wars saga. Each building receives a brief overview as well as comparisons not only with architecture that may have inspired them, but also with recently completed structures that borrow key design elements from the science fiction landmarks. To see which structure took the top spot on the list, follow the links for the full story. |
Posted by: DarthWormie | 17 June 2009 | 10:09 EDT
Second Wave Incoming!
 The newest addition to our archives, the Titanium Collection has three new additions we'd like to share with you. The "XP-34" Landspeeder, Rebel Transport and Trade Federation Battleship are now live inside our "Heavy Metal Collection" waiting to be gazed upon by your glowing little eyes! So stop by, check 'em out and as always, let us know what you think. |
Posted by: DarthWormie | 10 June 2009 | 13:57 EDT
To Reboot Star Wars?
 The pop-culture hipsters over at io9.com raise an interesting subject this week. With the success of franchise reboots like Batman and this summer's Star Trek, is it only a matter of time before the mother of all sagas, Star Wars gets reinvented as well? The article goes into not only what the new direction of the movies could be, but he also touches on why it needs to be done. So visit the site, check out their 8-part plan as well as some reasons why a reboot is necessary, and let us (and them) know what you think will and will not work. |
Posted by: DarthWormie | 9 June 2009 | 14:03 EDT
The Legend of Fake Wedge
 While over the course of the Rebellion, the stories of Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia Organa, and Han Solo have received the attention and spotlight they well deserve, one hero's story has remained unspoken...until now. IGN.com today tells us the story of a rebel pilot who for years was know simply as "Fake Wedge", the pilot who takes the brunt of young Luke's bragging of the ability to bullseye a womprat. While the real Wedge Antilles went on to play a significant role in the final destruction of the Empire, "Fake Wedge" or as he is now known, John D. Branon was never seen or heard from again after the Battle of Yavin. Thankfully someone has finally stepped up and given this brave pilot the spotlight he deserves. |
Posted by: DarthWormie | 4 June 2009 | 14:12 EDT
Welcome to our 'Corner' of the Galaxy!
 Welcome back my fellow little scavengers to our latest installment of the Custom Corner. For today's focus we turn our glowing yellow eyes towards forum member Incom who is making his second appearance in the 'Corner'. He impressed us all before with his take on a ARC Trooper and today we are pleased to present to you his custom take on an Expanded Universe 'Killzone-inspired' Trooper. Be sure to take a minute and check out not only this great piece, but all of the impressive work being done by your fellow members. Remember to check back with us often to see who will be featured in the next 'Corner'. |
Posted by: DarthWormie | 1 June 2009 | 22:52 EDT
Star Wars Days...Lego Style!
 Coming up on the weekend of June 13th & 14th, LegoLand California will be celebrating Lego Star Wars Days. On both days, guests at the park are encouraged to dress up as their favorite Star Wars character and join the 501st Legion as they patrol the park in full uniform. Park visitors can also participate in a costume contest, building activities and product viewings. For more information on how you can participate and possibly walk away with free prizes, check out LegoLand.com for more information. |
Posted by: DarthWormie | 28 May 2009 | 10:42 EDT
Star Wars Battlefront: Elite Squadron
 This past Tuesday, LucasArts unveiled all of the juicy details regarding their latest Star Wars video game which will be hitting store shelves this Fall. Star Wars Battlefront: Elite Squadron, which will be available for both PSP (PlayStation Portable) and the Nintendo DS, will for the first time offer players the ability to fight on multi-level battlefronts. This means you can start out fighting on foot, commandeer a vehicle and fly off to engage in a dogfight in space and then land their craft on a starship and continue fighting there. For more information on everything this game will offer, be sure to check out the official press release from LucasArts. |
Posted by: DarthWormie | 26 May 2009 | 23:17 EDT
We Got Some Wild, Wild Space
 Thanks to the talents of JediMom, the newest addition to our glowing-eyed staff, we are back in the saddle with providing you regular reviews of the latest Star Wars books. For her debut, she chose to focus on something a little different, a "young adult" novel titled Star Wars: The Clone Wars: Wild Space. The story takes place in the time immediately following the Battle of Geonosis, with both Anakin and Obi-Wan both nursing their wounds. Familiar characters from the live-action movies and the animated series make appearances in this story from author Karen Miller, but for more information you'll have to step inside and read the review for yourself. |
Posted by: DarthWormie | 26 May 2009 | 11:14 EDT
Begun, The Heavy Metal Era Has!
| In case you haven't noticed that brand spanking new button to your left, TheJawa is proud to announce the launch of an all-new feature. Our Titanium Die-Cast Archives, or as we like to call it, the "Heavy Metal Collection" is your one-stop gallery for up-close and detailed images of every Titanium Die-Cast that Hasbro has released over the years. Right now you can head over and check out the first four entries and as new pieces are added, we'll update you here on the front page. So dive in, take a look and let us know what you think. |
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