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In Case You Missed It: June 21st - 28th, 2014

June 28, 2014, 2:23 pm
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By: Benjamin Hart

Here we are back again with ICYMI! Episode VIII appears to have a director, Episode VII may get delayed, Obi-Wan's coming to Rebels, and... Tom Cruise?? Read on to get caught up on everything you might have missed.


News

Rian Johnson's Representative Confirms He Will Direct Episode VIII
Last week we heard from several reliable sources that Looper director Rian Johnson would be taking the helm of Star Wars Episode VIII. This week his spokesperson confirmed the news. Read more...

Lucasfilm: Episode VII release will NOT be delayed by Ford injury
Even after the unfortunate mishap that left Harrison Ford with a broken leg, Lucasfilm is still confident in it's plan to release the film on Decemeber 18th, 2015. Read more...

Anthony Daniels Confirms Simon Pegg is on the Episode VII Set
After rumors surfaced about the actor appearing on set, and possibly being cast in the film, Anthony Daniels confirmed on Twitter that Simon Pegg was on the set of Star Wars Episode VII. But what is he doing there? Read more...

Andy Serkis Talks Episode VII on Conan
The Motion capture legend talks(and lies) with Conan O'Brian about the secrecy surrounding his new gig. Read more...

Force For Change: Win Lunch with J.J. Abrams
As if this contest couldn't get any better, you can now enter to win a lunch with Episode VII director J.J. Abrams. Read more...

'Star Wars: Commander' Mobile Strategy Game Announced
A brand new mobile game is on the way,  Read more...

Star Wars Rebels Confirmed to Premiere in October
Following it's predecessor, The Clone Wars, Rebels is set to premiere on Disney XD this October. Read more...

Obi-Wan Kenobi Appears in French Trailer for 'Star Wars Rebels'
After rumors swirled that the strange old hermit might make a cameo in the series, a teaser trailer was released in France which confirmed that Obi-Wan Kenobi will indeed make an appearance, at least in Holgrahpic form. Read more...

Star Wars Rebels School Supplies
Kids and collectors take note: Rebels themed Lunch boxes and bags are coming soon!  Read more...

Lucas Museum Coming To Chicago
After months of deliberation, George Lucas' museum, which is said to feature items from his personal collection and the Lucasfilm archives, has found it's home: Chicago, Illinois. Read more...

'Lords of the Sith' and 'Heir to the Jedi' Release Dates Changed
The two new canon novels, written by Paul S. Kemp and Kevin Hearne respectively, got new release dates.. April 15th, 2015 for Lords Of The Sith and February 17th, 2015 for Heir To The Jedi. Read more...

The Minifigure Cast of Episode VII
LEGO brilliantly recreated the now infamous Episode VII cast photo with minifigures! Read more...


Rumors

Harrison Ford to Miss Six Months Due to Injury
It seems a broken leg could keep Harrison down and out longer than previously believed. Read more...

Oscar Isaac to Have Larger Role in Episode VII Due to Harrison Ford's Injury
With Harrison unable to participate in filming for Episode VII for the time being, his co-star Oscar Isaac might step up and pick up the slack... Or maybe not. Read more here and here...

Tom Cruise to Appear in Episode VII
Could one of Hollywood's best and most famous make a cameo in Episode VII? Read more...

Billie Lourd Cast In Episode VII
The real daughter of Princess Leia may have a role. Read more...

Mandalorians and Sith Witches to Appear in Episode VII
This one suggests Mandos, and possibly the Nightsisters of Dathomir, could play a major role in the film. Read more...

Star Wars Episode VII: The Search For Luke Skywalker
Rumor has it Han Solo is the main focus of the story, and his quest it to find Luke Skywalker. Read more...


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Tidbits

  • A talented YouTuber by the name of The Unusual Suspect created two Star Wars trailers, one for the Prequel trilogy and another for the Originals, edited in the same style as a recent trailer for Marvel's Guardians Of The Galaxy.
  • These alternate/behind the scenes looks from The Empire Strikes Back gives us a whole new perspective on Luke and Vader's fateful Lightsaber duel on Cloud City.


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Andy Serkis Confirms His Imaginarium is Being Used for Star Wars

June 28, 2014, 3:01 pm
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By: Lillian Skye

Andy Serkis, known for his performance as Gollum in the Lord of the Rings trilogy, recently confirmed that the upcoming Star Wars films will utilize his motion capture studio Imaginarium during production.

“The Imaginarium is now involved in all of the performance capture on the Star Wars projects,” Serkis explained, “and I’m playing a character in that. It’s extraordinary. I grew up with Star Wars and was a massive fan of the original films. I never imagined in a million years that I’d be engaging with this. It’s just come about so organically.”

Serkis explained that him and Abrams hit it off when they first met. He explained how expressed that he'd "fit really well in this universe." Serkis replied that he probably could. "We’re working very closely," Serkis explained, "As I say, in two ways: the Imaginarium is providing all of the performance characters, and I myself am playing a character in it."

Although Serkis did not directly confirm whether or not he will be playing a motion capture character, the odds are in his favor, and there is always the possibility that he could be playing a live action character as well as a motion capture counterpart.

Sources: SciFiNow
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'Phineas and Ferb: Star Wars' Trailer

June 29, 2014, 8:04 pm
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By: Ciaran Duggan

A long time ago in a galaxy far far away….came Phineas and Ferb. Hang on just a dang minute! Phineas and Ferb?

That’s right folks, the Phineas and Ferb Star Wars premiere special will be coming to Disney Channel next month. The popular Disney television show will present a unique depiction of Star Wars: A New Hope. Phineas and Ferb will play as the protagonists in this satirical comedic special. In addition, you will get to see Phineas and Ferb interact with some of our favourite Star Wars characters, such as Han Solo, Luke Skywalker and R2D2.

Watch the teaser trailer for yourself down below:

Make sure to tune into Disney Channel on Saturday 26th July at 9:00 EST to watch this purportedly hilarious special. The force certainly looks to be strong with Phineas and Ferb. 

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Rumor: Details About the First Two Episodes of 'Rebels'

June 29, 2014, 8:15 pm
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By: Dominic Jones

The good folks over at Making Star Wars have some very interesting details about the first two episodes of the upcoming animated series Star Wars Rebels.  We assume these are the episodes that will be aired as the hour long premiere on Disney Channel (the remainder of the series will air on Disney XD).  While these are unconfirmed (and likely won't be confirmed until we see the episodes this fall), this your official SPOILER ALERT!  (Seriously folks, this is a complete break down of practically ever plot point from the episodes.  IF YOU DON'T WANT TO KNOW ANYTHING STOP READING NOW!)

If you're still with us, here's what Making Star Wars is hearing from their sources,
  • Ezra comes upon a cool score, blasters, ammo, and supplies when he finds The Rebels destroying and stealing the crates.

  • Zeb offers Ezra a ride away from the explosions as Imperials show up.

  • Zeb locks Ezra in a storeroom when he gets aboard their ship after they give him a ride away from the munitions destruction.

  • On the way, the crew stops and begins to hand out food to the starving masses they stole from the Empire.

  • However, because Zeb shoved Ezra in the closet Ezra plans to snoop around the ship for some loot. Later on after they visit a spot called Tarkintown (Tangletown), Ezra goes through the ship.

  • He’s almost called by something…that’s when he discovers the Holocron and Kanan’s lightsaber. Kanan catches him, takes the saber, but Ezra pockets the Holocron.

  • The rebels trade the stolen blasters they didn’t blow up to Vizago. Vizago then gives them the flight plan of the ship transporting enslaved Wookiees. The Rebels dock with the Imperials and try and pass Zeb off as a rare hairless Wookiee!

  • Ezra is told to stay on the ship with Hera. But he gets a cold shiver down his spine while the the others go on the mission…it was a trap, Vizago sold them out to the Empire!

  • Hera looks to Ezra and says “If all you do is fight for your own life, your life’s worth nothing.” This truth makes Ezra angry.

  • Star Destroyers appear over the city in Space scaring the locals.

  • With no Wookiees aboard the ship the rebels are trying to make their way off the ship, but a squadron of Stormtroopers waits for Kanan and Zeb to come out. Ezra takes his slingshot and shoots a detonator packet at them, blowing up the entire squadron of Stormtroopers. He feels heroic for the first time.

  • Meanwhile Sabine was in the gravity control station and she deactivates the gravity on the ship and speedily floats towards the Ghost, thanks to Chopper’s rockets.

  • Ezra ends up fighting with Agent Kallus and Zeb tries to escape without Ezra, angering Ezra.

  • Ezra is put into the Star Destroyer’s brig by Agent Kallus.

  • Agent Kallus is of the Imperial Security Bureau.

  • The ISB are the nastiest Imperials around, even other Imperials fear them.

  • While in holding, Ezra activates the Holocron. Ezra stares at it and it unfolds as if it understood his silent command and a recording begins to play. Ezra is confused by a mysterious man named Obi-Wan Kenobi telling him to “Trust in the Force.”

  • Obi-Wan explains that the Emperor is actually a Sith Lord who betrayed the Jedi and destroyed the Republic.

  • Ezra fakes coughing and proclaims Emperor Palpatine his uncle so they open his cell door. Ezra wedges himself to the ceiling and pops out the door before they even think to look up for their prisoner.

  • Ezra runs for the airlocks and takes a trooper’s helmet.

  • Ezra hears over the coms that The Ghost, he was not abandoned!

  •  He also discovers the location of the Wookiees.

  • When Ezra gets aboard the Ghost, Zeb slugs him in the helmet thinking he’s a Stormtrooper further adding to their contentious relationship.

  • The Wookiees have all been shipped off to the Spice Mines of Kessel.

  • Ezra tells the crew they started this job, they should finish it. The Wookiees must be saved.

  • They  go to the Wookiee camp to save the Wookiees on Kessel, Spice Mine K77 to be exact.

  • Illegal Spice has been sold in Capital City since the Empire took over.

  • The Empire is not expecting the Rebels on Kessel. The stuff we saw of Kanan in the trailers with his saber is on Kessel.

  • Sabine speaks a little Wookiee. The Wookiees call Ezra “The Little Warrior.”

  • After this good deed and Obi-Wan’s message, Ezra realizes he must join the crew of the Ghost and figure out what the Force is.

  • The only drawback? Ezra has to bunk with Zeb.

  • The episode ends with the footage of the Inquisitor and Kallus speaking from the teaser trailer.
Wow!  This sounds like it will be a great premiere!  October cannot get here soon enough.


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Report: Positive Vibe on Episode VII Set, Despite Ford Injury

June 29, 2014, 8:32 pm
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By: Dominic Jones

The last few days have been a wash with rumors about potential delays and panic on the set of Episode VII, in face of Harrison Ford's leg injury.  While we still don't know when Harrison Ford will be back (reports range from 6-8 weeks, to 6 months), it seems the production crew is taking everything in stride.  The good folks over at Jedi News are hearing that the vibe is pretty positive and the crew is in high spirits in face of the setback.  According to their sources, production has been on hold for the past week (which likely why Gwendoline Christie was spotted at Wimbleton) while the heads of production figure out their plan B to deal with the situation.  The hiatus is expected to last for this upcoming week as well while everything is worked out.  

According to Jedi News' source,
"The production was effectively in shutdown last week with the majority of cast and crew on call, but not on set. The same applies to the coming week, or at least the first half of it."

"All the decision makers and big guns were on set and working hard to re-plan the full production, from when talent would be needed to priorities in set build, costume and effects. All department heads attended and held a number of meetings in order to put into effect a plan B to work around Ford's time off."

"The Star Wars crew seem in amazingly high and confident spirits and whilst there has been disruption there is no sense of panic whatsoever. In fact, I would go as far to say they seem supremely confident that they are working on and achieving great things and you would not think any setback had happened."

That sounds to me like the injury to Ford is a setback, but far from the doomsday situation some were predicting.  It sounds like the schedule will have to be completely redone, but the show will go on and the December 18th, 2015 release date will be met.

As for how they may work around the injury, Hollywood Elsewhere is hearing that CGI will be used to put Ford's face on a body double.  According to them,
"A director friend who knows people says he’s “hearing on pretty good authority they’ll be using CGI to put Harrison Ford’s face on a body double, probably his usual stunt double, so he’ll be able to complete his Star Wars, Episode VII role no matter what the state of his recovery will be."

That would be one solution to this problem and this technology does exist (it was used during the prequels to put the actors faces on their stunt doubles during some of the more extreme portions of the Lightsaber duels.  Check out the documentary Within a Minute on the Episode III DVD to see how it's done!)   That being said, I would think that would be a last resort for the crew and they are more likely working on get Harrison back on set as soon as he's ready.


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Rumor: Billie Lourd to Play Young Leia in Flashbacks in Episode VII

June 30, 2014, 5:42 am
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By: Dominic Jones

The Mirror is reporting on a new twist to the rumors that Carrie Fisher's daughter Billie Lourd will be appearing in Star Wars Episode VII. They're reporting that Lourd will be portraying a young Princess Leia, her mother's famous role from the Original Trilogy, in flashbacks in the film.

This is definitely a interesting take on the rumors.  Lourd obviously has the family resemblance down and if you were to cast someone as a young Carrie Fisher her daughter would make sense. As for the issue of flashbacks, while they have never appeared in Star Wars films (the only time they've been used in Star Wars was The Clone Wars episode "Nightsisters") anything is possible in this new era of Star Wars.

As always, this is just a rumor until confirmed or denied by Lucasfilm or Disney.


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Harrison Ford Almost Back On Two Feet With Prosthetic Leg

June 30, 2014, 12:05 pm
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By: Ciaran Duggan

Harrison Ford is reputedly on the rapid road to recovery, as he was seen leaving London’s acclaimed and exclusive 34 restaurant in Mayfair last night using a prosthetic leg for support. The British media outlet, The Daily Mail, took a myriad of photographs to display Ford’s hastening recovery outside the restaurant.

It is great to witness Harrison Ford’s determined and perseverant attitude, he certainly appears to be strong willed and single minded in his attempts to regain full fitness in order to return to shooting in Pinewood Studios.

In spite of witnessing Harrison forced into a wheelchair last month, Ford’s tenacity may well accelerate his recovery and see him reappear on set sooner than anticipated. Whatever the case, it is profoundly pleasing to finally observe Ford out of the wheelchair and close to returning to filming in Pinewood.

Source: The Daily Mail

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Kevin Smith Visits Episode VII Set

June 30, 2014, 2:27 pm
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By: Benjamin Hart

We have yet another report from the set of Star Wars Episode VII, but this time it's from an unlikely source. Legendary Podcaster and filmmaker Kevin Smith just shared on social media that he has visited the set, and had some very positive things to say about the film:


Post by Kevin Smith.



So, does Kevin Smith's word make you more excited about Episode VII? Could this somehow mean he has a cameo in the film? Let us know in the comments below!

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Star Wars Insider Teams Up With Nerd Block

June 30, 2014, 2:32 pm
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By: Dominic Jones

Star Wars Insider Magazine announced today that they are teaming up with the folks at Nerd Block.  Nerd Block is a service where subscribers get a box of "Nerdy" toys.  Insider and Nerd Block have teamed up to include two awesome Star Wars items in the July box! 

Our friends over at Insider let us know that,
The force is strong with Nerd Block! A geek tested, nerd approved monthly mystery package that includes toys, collectibles and a limited edition shirt. Nerd Block and Star Wars Insider are teaming up to include 2 epic Star Wars items in July’s classic block!


This sounds like a great team up between two awesome companies!

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Battlefront 3 Experience Deemed As 'Positive' and 'Advancing' by Developer

July 1, 2014, 2:10 pm
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By Ciaran Duggan 

Gaming developer Karl Magnus Troedsson has affirmed that production of Star Wars: Battlefront 3 is progressing and advancing well. He has maintained an optimistic attitude concerning the creation and development of the game and considers that gaming developers DICE have facilitated this feat.

Furthermore, Mr. Troedsson has estimated that the game will emerge a greater success than the two antecedent and popular Battlefront games. He has also elucidated that the production of Battlefront 3 has been very distinct to the prior two Battlefrontgames (the animation and content of the two former Battlefront games had principally emulated and mirrored the Battlefield franchise).

Finally, our friends over at Gameranx have speculated that DICE may have some inside knowledge on the forthcoming Star Wars Episode VII which would help facilitate the development of an authentic, canonized and popular Star Wars game. Of course this latter statement should be taken as rumour until Disney or Lucasfilm have confirmed otherwise. Notwithstanding, Star Wars fans should certainly have a good feeling about Battlefront 3; set to be released in 2015.

Source: Gameranx


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6'' Black Series Prototype Boba Fett Figure Revealed

July 1, 2014, 2:35 pm
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By: Benjamin Hart

Today, StarWars.com revealed the newest action figure in Hasbro's incredibly detailed and articulated Black Series line! The all-white "Prototype Boba Fett", based on early early concept art by Joe Johnston and the late Ralph McQuarrie, is slated for release this Fall and will be a Walgreens exclusive.

StarWars.com explains further:

"On June 28, 1978, Star Wars sound designer Ben Burtt and The Empire Strikes Back assistant film editor Duwayne Dunham debuted the costume with a test video (also available below), detailing its weaponry and functionality; the colors would later be developed to what has become Fett’s definitive look, but it all began with this early version."



Pre-orders are also expected to open at San Diego Comic Con later this month.

This certainly looks like an awesome figure, and a must-have for collectors! Will you be picking this up at your local Walgreens when it's released? Let us know in the comments below.

Source: StarWars.com

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A New Look For StarWars.com

July 1, 2014, 8:48 pm
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By: Lillian Skye

The official Star Wars website recently updated their design to reveal a sleek and futuristic new StarWars.com.

"It's time for a fully armed and operational online Star Wars experience," the StarWars.com team relayed via email to fans who had been previously registered on the site. "So we're thrilled to let you know that Lucasfilm is launching an all-new StarWars.com -- with movie, TV, and video game news, innovative features, and more in-depth original content than ever before."

The Star Wars team also revealed that they are doing away with any existing StarWars.com accounts, and are replacing them with Disney IDs. Registering for a Disney ID requires a user's birthdate, email address, country and zip code in addition to a personalized display name. The email reassures that the "new Disney ID is more powerful than you could possibly imagine."

The redesign also added new features, such as the community page. Here, the site lists links to fan organizations, fansites and blogs, and fan podcasts. The page also provides links to Star Wars news around the web on sites like Yahoo! News, MTV, and NPR.

Another new feature under the "databank" page, lists all ships, characters, species, and droids in alphabetical order: an entire resource of Star Wars information at a fan's fingertips. The site may prove Jocasta Nu correct: If an item does not appear in the records, it does not exist

The new StarWars.com is waiting to be explored by fans. Although Jedi aren't supposed to crave these things, in the words of a famous green Jedi Master,  the new site holds "adventure, excitement!"

Check out the new features and the redesign here!




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Kevin Smith Talks Episode VII, Leaks Details

July 2, 2014, 1:24 pm
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By: Benjamin Hart

On Monday Kevin Smith shared on social media that he had just visited Pinewood Studios in London where Star Wars Episode VII is currently being filmed, and was literally brought to tears by the experience. Today Flickering Myth is reporting that after visiting the Episode VII set, Smith was a co-host on the Hollywood Babble-On Podcast, and spoke about Episode VII.

“They had a sign at on the stage – I can’t even say which stage – which had the Imperial Starship logo and it said, ‘loose lips sink starships”.

“I’m really excited and you know, people keep saying that I liked the last trilogy and I did. I liked 1, 2 and 3. But I liked them as an adult, when I watched them they didn’t give me the same feeling I had when I was seven watching them for the first time and that’s fine. This movie though… Dude, I cried four times. The seven year old in me came. [J.J] has f*cking captured it, man. He has nailed it.”

He also reiterated that he had signed a non-disclosure agreement, but that didn't stop him from revealing that through a head nod that he saw Lightsabers, Blasters and (Spoilers) Stormtroopers on set. While the first two were obvious, the latter could confirm some previous rumors we've heard.

It is certainly exciting to hear someone like Kevin Smith, who is obviously a huge fan, talk very highly of this film. In case it wasn't obvious already, Star Wars is in superb hands.

Star Wars Episode VII is slated to hit theaters December 18th, 2015.

Source: Flickering Myth

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DARTH DADDY's CUSTOMIZING CORNER: WookieBalls Customs

July 2, 2014, 4:22 pm
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by: Darth Daddy




Ray McDonald aka WookieBalls Customs started to post his Star Wars custom action figures on the web about a year after I started to customize.  When he started to post, I knew right away that he was going to be a customizer to be reckoned with.  He was definitely my favorite newcomer that year.  His art was always very welcoming to the eyes.  Years later and he is still at it and even more impressive than ever.  Customizing in a variety of scales and when not making something new, restoring some of his old Vintage toys, WookieBalls is always keeping busy.

When I saw he started a special Star Wars custom action figure sale a few hours ago on his Facebook page, I knew he was the artist I had to feature this week.  If you hurry over to his page, you may be a one of the lucky individuals able to procure one of his beautiful pieces of art.  Be sure to take a look at his offerings on the Facebook link below.  A lot of these customs are carded and look absolutely beautiful.  Hopefully, you get there before his figures are all sold out.






 














 














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Fresh Star Wars Content Reaches The Xbox Live Avatar Marketplace

July 3, 2014, 12:35 pm
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By Ciaran Duggan

From today, Xbox owners will be able to dynamically modify their Xbox Live avatar to embody their favourite character from Star Wars: Episode IV A New Hope. 

A number of new Star Wars A New Hope avatars have been conceived, especially for Xbox Live. The enriched avatar cast will include beloved heroes, such as Luke Skywalker, Han Solo, Princess Leia and Chewbacca. Notwithstanding, a myriad of the film’s notorious villains will be accessible for Xbox Live players, spanning from the tough storm trooper to the tyrannical and insidious Darth Vader. Furthermore, brand new props will be obtainable; encompassing one well renowned astromech. Xbox owners will be able to purchase these models on the Xbox 360 or online at Xbox.com.

Hopefully this is just a prelude to strengthened and solidified ties between the respective Star Wars and Xbox companies. 

Source: Starwars.com


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The SWU Podcast LIVE | 04/07/14

July 3, 2014, 10:01 pm
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On this episode Dominic and Ben are joined by Ciaran of the Clone Wars Strikes Back podcast to discuss the latest Star Wars news and rumors!  There's good news from Pinewood studios!  Kevin Smith shares his experience on the set!  Plus they have an in depth discussion about the stand alone films.  Does Han Solo need a new origin story?  Could we see a "found footage" Star Wars film?  And could the rumored "red Five" movie actually be a Vader film?  Also, Chewbacca doesn't get an Xbox avatar, Carrie Fisher's daughter might be in Episode VII, and what's wrong with North American drug stores?  All this and much more!


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July 4th: The United States Of Star Wars

July 4, 2014, 2:15 pm
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By: Benjamin Hart

Today, those of us in the United States are celebrating the 4th of July, a.k.a Independence day! Along with the usual BBQ and fireworks, we always like to find a Star Wars way to celebrate this special day. So how about we all figure out which planet we would live on if we were in the Galaxy far, far away?

A creative Tumblr user by the name of "Wedge Antilles" took the time to create a map of the U.S(above) which matches each state in the United States with a Star Wars planet with similar terrain, landmarks, etc. Along with the map they created a glossary with the names of planets alongside their corresponding state:

  • Alabama - Trandosha
  • Alaska - Hoth
  • Arizona - Korriban
  • Arkansas - Thyferra
  • California - Adumar
  • Colorado - Mandalore
  • Connecticut - Alderaan
  • Delaware - Eriadu
  • Florida - Dagobah
  • Georgia - Taris
  • Hawaii - Mon Calamari
  • Idaho - Corellia
  • Illinois - Almania
  • Indiana - Moorja
  • Iowa - Taanab
  • Kansas - Lok
  • Kentucky - Umgul
  • Louisiana - Ord Mantell
  • Maine - Naboo
  • Maryland - Sluis Van
  • Massachusetts - Dathomir
  • Michigan - Kuat
  • Minnesota - Iego
  • Mississippi - Telos IV
  • Missouri - Talus
  • Montana - Wayland
  • Nebraska - Ansion
  • Nevada - Pantolomin
  • New Hampshire - Adarlon
  • New Jersey - Nar Shaddaa
  • New Mexico - Tatooine
  • New York - Coruscant
  • North Carolina - Brentaal IV
  • North Dakota - Nubia
  • Ohio - Dantooine
  • Oklahoma - Thule
  • Oregon - Endor
  • Pennsylvania - Tython
  • Rhode Island - Clak’dor VII
  • South Carolina - Death Star
  • South Dakota - Chandrila
  • Tennessee - Yavin IV
  • Texas - Kessel
  • Utah - Geonosis
  • Vermont - Ilum
  • Virginia - Fondor
  • Washington - Kashyyyk
  • West Virginia - Bespin
  • Wisconsin - Falleen
  • Wyoming - Bakura

So, according to this map, which Star Wars planet do you live on? Or which one would you want to live on? Give us your answer in the comments below, or on Facebook and Twitter!

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Star Wars: Commander Soft-Launched In Australia

July 4, 2014, 8:20 pm
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By: Benjamin Hart

Last week we reported that a new mobile strategy game titled Star Wars: Commander is set to be rolled out this Summer on various devices. Now AppAdvice.com reports that the game has been soft-launched on the Australian IOS app store, and they revealed more details about the title:

"Star Wars: Commander challenges players to:
  • Choose your side: Will you command AT-ATs and Tie Fighters as the Empire? Or call on iconic heroes like Han Solo and Princess Leia as the Rebellion?
  • Build and defend your base: Train unique troops specific to each faction, and fortify your base with deflector shields, turrets, heavy artillery, and other defenses!
  • Lead epic battles: Strategically deploy powerful armies, units, and vehicles against enemies and players around the galaxy!
  • Form the ultimate Squad: Build strong alliances with friends and other players!
  • Travel to multiple planets and complete special missions: Play an all-new story as a valiant leader on the front lines of the Galactic Civil War.
  • Upgrade your strike team and its defenses: Strengthen your forces with multiple levels of upgrades for each unit!"

Also, thanks to YouTube user "TouchGameplay" we now have gameplay from Commander. The footage is over a half hour in length and shows off many of the features and mechanics of the game. You can watch it below:


In the initial announcement, Disney stated that limited early access would be given to select markets, and this definitely confirms that is happening now. Be sure to keep an eye on your favorite app stores, Star Wars: Commander could be available in your area very soon.

Source: AppAdvice.com, YouTube

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In Case You Missed It: June 28th - July 5th

July 4, 2014, 8:45 pm
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By: Benjamin Hart

Here we are again with another edition of ICYMI, where we catch you up on all the Star Wars news and awesomeness from the past week! This week, Harrison Ford walks, Kevin Smith cries and Princess Leia's real daughter may be in Episode VII!

News

Harrison Ford Almost Back On Two Feet With Prosthetic Leg
Don't believe all the rumored horror stories coming the Episode VII set! Harrison seems to be doing just fine. He was spotted outside a restaurant in London standing on his own... well, sort of. Read more...

Positive Vibe on Episode VII Set
Despite Harrison Ford's injury and the apparent setback the crew experienced because of it, emotions are still positive for those working on the film. Read more...

Andy Serkis Confirms His Imaginarium is Being Used for Star Wars
The Episode VII star confirms that his motion capture studio The Imaginarium is working on Episode VII and he will indeed be playing mo-cap character. Read more...

Kevin Smith Visits Episode VII Set
The Filmmaker and Podcasting extraordinaire had the oportunity to visit Pinewood Studios in London. Not only was he moved to tears by the experience, but he let some details about the film slip. Read more here and here...

Star Wars Battlefront Update
Developers describe the production of the highly anticipated game as "advancing" and " positive". Read more...

'Phineas and Ferb: Star Wars' Trailer
The popular Disney cartoon is getting a Star Wars trailer, and a full length trailer was dropped for it this week. Read more...

6'' Black Series Prototype Boba Fett Figure Revealed
Looks like Star Wars collectors everywhere will be converging on Walgreens to get this exclusive, all white figure. Read more...

Star Wars Insider Teams Up With Nerd Block
Look for two awesome Star Wars items in July's Nerd Block. Read more...

A New Look For StarWars.com
A renewed Databank and community page featuring tons of Star Wars fan sites(including the SWU) are just a couple of the major changes to the official Star Wars site. Read more...

Fresh Star Wars Content Reaches The Xbox Live Avatar Marketplace
You can now dress your Xbox Live avatars like Luke, Han, Leia or Vader thanks to these new additions to the marketplace. Read more...

Star Wars: Commander Soft-Launched In Australia
It seems the mobile strategy game is already available for download in certain parts of the world, and we've got more info and gameplay from it. Read more...


Rumors

Billie Lourd to Play Young Leia In Flashbacks In Episode VII
Read more here and here...

Details About the First Two Episodes of 'Rebels'
Major spoilers ahead: A breakdown of all (possible) plot points in the first two episodes of Star Wars Rebels has leaked! Click on at your own risk.  Read more...

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Tidbits:

  • While we anxiously await Star Wars Battlefront, check out this cool little montage of all the various ways the Battle Of Hoth has been made playable in past video games.
  • The latest Star Wars Geeks Unite Podcast was guest-hosted by Jake Lloyd. In it, he gave some fascinating insight into his life before, during and after playing Anakin Skywalker in The Phantom Menace.



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Trainer: Harrison Ford 'Feeling Great, In Great Spirits'

July 5, 2014, 9:53 am
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By Chris Seekell

Harrison Ford's personal trainer Jake Steinfeld recently chatted with entertainment news site TMZ about the actor's recovery. Steinfeld had some encouraging words.

"He's getting in shape now. He's feeling great and he's rehabbing it.

He and I have been friends for a long time, over 30 years, and he is in great shape. He is going to get back even better than he was, and I've been monitoring it with him. He's feeling great and is in great spirits."

It sounds like Mr. Ford is making progress in his recovery. We will continue to update you on further developments.

Source: Mirror

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