Ceroknight Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 What makes you say that Because that's when it was always released? Quote
KimT Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 I just bought in Toys R Us (Calexico, CA) the Tie Fighter, this was the only set that was on the shelves. By the way in Wal-Mart the Millenium Falcon is only $79.99, they will put the new items in shelves very soon. Apparently you don't care about the post I did on staying on target. Have break - have a KITKAT! Quote
Anio Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 What makes you say that Because that's what Lego told me. Quote
DarthR2-D2 Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 It seems it will be released on May 1st. May 4th more likely, considering its Star Wars Day. Quote
llb Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 My link Says here that TLG stand at London toyfair will be showcasing the Jabba Palace set - surely a matter of days before we see picture of the finished set? Quote
commanderneyo Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 Says here that TLG stand at London toyfair will be showcasing the Jabba Palace set - surely a matter of days before we see picture of the finished set? Doubt it. Pics are strictly not allowed at the UK toy fair for Lego product. Quote
surrideo Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 Doubt it. Pics are strictly not allowed at the UK toy fair for Lego product. I take it they will be like the Expo's I attend for sportwear. Phones off at the door or lose it and definitely no cameras. It's a strange one for me, I'm very interested in Jabba's palace but I've a feeling the price is going to be the kind that won't allow me to sit down without flinching and hence I'll never buy it. Also not sure if a text description of it will just frustrate me more. Be good to hear if they showing the Skiff, that set will definitely bought with a great range of figures included. Quote
Brickadeer Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 (edited) News from Toy Fair: http://brickset.com/news/article/?ID=2400 To me, the only substantial news is that Jabba will be printed :) Edited January 24, 2012 by Brickadeer Quote
Fighter of Frizzies Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 (edited) I'd just die if Lando had a double-printed head, preferably one reminiscent of this: Ehh-ahhhhh!!! Edited January 24, 2012 by Fighter of Frizzies Quote
Lord Of The Fries Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 Yes there were but we are strictly not allowed to deeplink them into our posts. Here's the link to a youtube video of them: Quote
Piranha Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 (edited) Not sure if this has been mentioned: From Brickset: Advent calendars: This year there will be three: Star Wars, featuring two unique minifigs, Darth Maul in Santa garb and a R2 snowman (with carrots on his body!); Must have R2. Edited January 24, 2012 by Macoco Quote
JackJonespaw Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 Here's some pretty good descriptions by FBTB. Link here. UK Toy Fair 2012 - Star Wars News Postby Staff » Tue Jan 24, 2012 5:19 pm UK Toy Fair 2012 - Star Wars Today, I had the privilege of attending the UK Toy Fair 2012, at Olympia in London. Pictures of the inside of the Lego stand were strictly forbidden, so you'll have to make do with a few snaps from the outside. I can, however, share information about what I saw ... and let me tell you, the summer wave of Star Wars sets are AWESOME! Series 2 of the Planet Sets First up, we had 9677 X-Wing Starrighter & Yavin 4 ... which seemed almost identical to the X-Wing we got in the 30051 polybag, although the nose uses a Slope 45 2 x 1 with 2/3 Cutout piece. Then I saw 9678 Twin-Pod Cloud Car & Bespin ... which is orange, not red, like we may have expected. The Lobot figure features new printing on the head and torso. And finally, we have 9679 AT-ST & Endor ... which is a new build and once again features the printed flag piece showing the detail of the cockpit, like we last saw in set 4486. All were listed for an August release at the same price as Series 1. I was then swiftly moved on to the other sets which are set to be released in the summer, starting with ... 9515 The Malevolence ... this is definitely not minifig scale, before anyone asks. It's pretty sturdy though and features a carry handle for easy swooshing. There were stickers on the body to represent all the little rooms of the ship, which helped with the scale. The weapon on the side features a rotating wheel and a flick fire mechanism. The figures all seem recylced, apart from Padme Amidala, which looked new to me. 9497 Republic Striker-class Starfighter ... not a ship I am overly familiar with and it's main play feature was it's movable wings that can move 90 degrees, from beside the cockpit to sticking out like "normal" wings. All new figures, including a square bodied droid (T7-01). Not one that I am gonna bother with, personally. 9498 Saesee Tiin's Jedi Starfighter ... is similar to previous starfighters, although with a new cockpit design. It did seem a bit sturdier in the main body and featured a new droid from what I recall. The new fig for Even Piell feature a new head mould that looked pretty cool. 9500 Sith Fury-class Interceptor ... I have no idea what this ship is (not really into Expanded Universe) so it was a bit of a mystery to me. It's wings have moving parts at the back. The figs were certainly unique and pretty cool looking. The Sith Troopers had helmets that looked like forerunners / afterrunners to Darth's helmet .. a bit like the development of the Clone helmet over it's phases. Again, all launched in August. I didn't have time to note the prices as I was pretty quick in looking at these as both myself and the person showing me around wanted to get to the following 3 sets ... 9499 Gungan Sub ... the sub itself is a vast improvement on the previous version, with a more rounded look. The best part though ... Queen Amidala. This figure is quite simply stunning. It's EVERYTHING we've wanted. She's in her red outfit, and comes with a custom moulded skirt piece, white head and headpiece. Qui-Gon Jinn, Obi-Wan Kenobi and Jar Jar Binks feature too ... not sure if these are any different, I was too busy drooling over the Amidala figure. You will buy this set for that figure alone. 9496 Desert Skiff ... a beefed up version of previous incarnations of this set, featuring new minifig versions of Lando Calrissian and Boba Fett. If you thought the last Boba Fett fig we got was good ... this is even better, with leg printing certainly, as possibly arm prints too. A different coloured cape as well. We also get Kit Haba, although he just looked like a Clone Wars pirate to me. The Sarlaac was new too. 9516 Jabba's Palace ... now, this set was a real beauty. For those expecting to get Jabba's entire palace, you're gonna be disappointed, but the important parts are here. The throne room, with moving platform covering a "pit" (which is big enough for a fig to lay down in, but no more) is well constructed with plenty of play features ... you can easily recreate the death of Oola into the pit of doom! The tall element which you may have seen in the prelim pics has a rendition of the Palace doors (which can slam open and closed), complete with the pop out eye, which uses a printed 1x1 round tile. With all that aside, the real reason you'll want to buy this set is the minifigures. The new Jabba is stunning, in a lighter colour than before, fully printed and in two parts so you can articulate at the torso (does Jabba have a torso?!). Bib Fortuna looked all new to me, Salacious Crumb is a custom moulded & prnted figure and is just perfect. Leia in Boushh disguies is awesome ... just as you'd expect, with her grenade again represented with a 1x1 round tile. The Gamorean Guard is also new, with a new headpiece and printed detail. Oola is along the lines of Aayla Secura, although in lime green, obviously. For this one, I noted the price ... it's a hefty £119.99, but defintely worth it for the figs alone. 9509 Advent Calendar ... features another raft of nicely made micro ships, mostly Eps 1 to 3 and features 2 exclusive figures ... Darth Maul in a Santa outfit and R2 Snowman, with carrots on his body and a top hat! All out in August, expect the Advent Calendar which is due in September. Ah, man, between this and LOTR, I'm going to be so poor. Quote
LEGOman273 Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 Were the Sith Trooper helmets this piece, or a new one? Did EpI Obi-Wan have a new hairpiece? (or a hairpiece at all?) Quote
The Legonater Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 Here's some pretty good descriptions by FBTB. Link here. Ah, man, between this and LOTR, I'm going to be so poor. Same here. I can pass on a few sets, but it's still going to be painful. Quote
iPodwithnomusic Posted January 24, 2012 Posted January 24, 2012 I only have 1 question... does the Old Republic Starfighter republic trooper come with a helmet? Quote
JackJonespaw Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 Were the Sith Trooper helmets this piece, or a new one? Did EpI Obi-Wan have a new hairpiece? (or a hairpiece at all?) I only have 1 question... does the Old Republic Starfighter republic trooper come with a helmet? Look, I said that someone at FBTB did this. Ask them. I know just as much as you do. Quote
LEGOman273 Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 Look, I said that someone at FBTB did this. Ask them. I know just as much as you do. We were not (I was not) just asking you, but anyone who could have some info. Note: I am not on FBTB, so perhaps someone could relay the question? Quote
The_Chosen_1 Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 The summer wave sounds like it's going to be a hit! The only things I'm disappointed with concern Jabba's Palace: (1) the lack of more alien minifigs, (2) a Rancor Pit add-on doesn't sounding too likely, and (3) the use of the round tile for both the entry droid and thermal detonator. They should have done the same thing as last time for the gate droid: Technic ball joint. Quote
Delta 38 Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 (edited) Hmm, they stuck with the red version of the Republic Striker. Oh well... I hope the structure's better, at least. The Advent calendar version of R2-D2 might be interesting. Edit: wait, Boba Fett with leg printing? Wow. I know he's in the scene, but I think including Boba in the Skiff is a little overkill... Edited January 25, 2012 by Delta 38 Quote
XimenaPaulina Posted January 25, 2012 Author Posted January 25, 2012 Were the Sith Trooper helmets this piece, or a new one? I was not in the ToyFair, but I'm pretty sure the Sith Troopers will have new helmet molds: I only have 1 question... does the Old Republic Starfighter republic trooper come with a helmet? I think the Republic Trooper, Jace Malcom, will have a helmet for maximum playability. Quote
Brickdoctor Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 It's funny - after over a decade of wishing for Queen Amidala, I think I'm going to pass on all the sets except Jabba's Palace. I'm really looking forward to seeing the minifigs in that one. I may have to pick up the Skiff as well, but the others don't really impress me. Quote
Algernon Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 It's funny - after over a decade of wishing for Queen Amidala, I think I'm going to pass on all the sets except Jabba's Palace. I'm really looking forward to seeing the minifigs in that one. I may have to pick up the Skiff as well, but the others don't really impress me. Same here. Jabba's Palace is looking great, but the rest aren't looking like anything too special. I kind of like that TIE-looking vessel, but I feel like it will be pricey. Quote
Appswasere Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 May 4th more likely, considering its Star Wars Day. Hopefully that's true, it better be awesome!!! Quote
CaptainCRO Posted January 25, 2012 Posted January 25, 2012 Yes there were but we are strictly not allowed to deeplink them into our posts. Here's the link to a youtube video of them: Thank you so much, I can't believe I missed those. Quote
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