Koto's new Princess Leia in slave outfit vinyl model kit is arguably one of the most stunning pieces ever to come out of this celebrated line from Japan, and easily one of the best renderings of Leia in "gold bikini" ever crafted. Measuring 10" tall, this kit is a great addition to your Koto or Star Wars sculpture collection! (And looks extremely cute too).

And if you can't get enought Leia action then pick up the new, Gentle Giant Princess Leia and R2-D2 maquette. Bridging the gap between the original Clone Wars and new Star Wars Animated maquette lines. Inspired by the cartoonish designs from Star Wars style guide, this is the most sultry-looking Leia to date and a nice complement the snow-bunny Padmé maquette.

Both of these Trilogy ladies are now available thru Case Fresh.

Recently Forum member Darth Windu was searching for  Star Wars: Empire at War at his local EB Games, and was told they had been recalled by LucasArts (not Forces of Corruption though). DW then visited a Harvey Norman and was informed that they didn’t have any in stock either, but would be getting them back in around the middle of January at $30.

This is due to the fact that the base game is now included in the Best of Star Wars PC. The pack includes Star Wars Empire at War, Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic, Star Wars Battlefront, Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast, Star Wars Republic Commando and the Star Wars Galaxies: 14-Day Trial.

The Mousedroid News Crew will be taking a break over the Festive Season, So we would like to wish all our readers and their families a Very Merry & Safe Christmas. Of course, our Mousedroid Forums will be open over this period so drop in and share will fellow Aussie Fans what Star Wars gift you found under the Xmas Tree from Santa.

The Rancor was a terrible creature hidden in a shadowy chamber beneath Jabba the Hutt's throne room. Now it is the latest statue offering from Gentle Giant & Case Fresh. Dominating its flat face was a salivating tooth-filled maw and tough armored skin it is a beast only a Rancor Keeper could love. Limited  to only 2000 pieces worldwide it is designed in 7" scale and measures 16" x 17" x 11".

The Mos Eisley Cantina Bookends are now also in stock. These collectible bookends let you get to decide who shot first, Han Solo or Greedo. Use them to frame your favorite novels, reference books or even DVD collection. This edition is limited to 3500 and is also sculpted in 7" scale (Measures: 6" x 10"). Available for delivery form this week for only $250 including free delivery anywhere in Australia.

An immense, fur covered warrior of great strength and loyalty, Chewbacca the Wookiee was a well-known figure in both the underworld and in the Rebel Alliance and is now able to grace your shelves in what would have to be one of the biggest Gentle Giant Busts to date. The Chewbacca Minibust is anything but mini, standing 8" tall. Limited Edition: 7000 pieces. Order today.

Finally the piece many a bounty hunter fan has been waiting for, the Boba Fett Maquette. A faceless enforcer, Boba Fett's distinctive armor strikes fear in the hearts of fugitives. This animated sculpt captures the save and deadly essence of the galaxies most fear bounty hunter. Local stock is extremely limited on this item and it is first in best dress for this piece.

Mike S in our forums has spotted an early release of the next 3 Dark Horse Comic Twin Packs. These three sets are due for release mid January but some have mysteriously found there way out of the Hasbro Warehouse. If you don't see them on shelf this year don't fret as our spy network tells us that a major delivery is still on track for Jan 07, both at Retail and Online. Looks for pre-orders soon.

Be the hero of your own Star Wars Adventure in a galaxy far, far away. Here at Mousedroid we took the plunge into the newly released Star Wars Galaxies: The Complete Online Adventures just to see what all the hype was about. Check out the First week of our online experience as we follow Seeroo the Rodian Spy as he fights his way out of an imperial prison with the help of some 'friends'

Join us online and live life like it was mean to be lived .... in the Star Wars Galaxy.

Breaking News: The popular Outer Rim band, Frigrin Da'n & the Model Nodes is breaking up, um.. I mean BUSTING UP, with the release of the new Star Wars Bust-Ups: Mos Eisley Cantina Band Box Set . Featuring all 5 members of the Mos Eisley Bith band from the classic scene out of Episode IV . Each bust-up stands 2-3" tall with each musician accompanied by their instrument of choice.

Medicom Toy Corporation producer of one of the most unique Star Wars collectible lines, vinyl super-deformed series has done it again with the release of the VSD Tie Pilot. Standing 8-inches tall, this stylized caricature captures the menace, but cuteness, of the piloting elite of the Empire. Highly poseable, and sporting his own blaster he will be a great addition to this already popular line

Get your Medicom VSD Darth Vader, Stormtrooper, 501st Clone Trooper and now Tie Pilot from Case Fresh, all with free shipping anywhere in Australia.

Stop your daydreaming and head over to check out the Case Fresh Xmas Sale. This will be your last chance to pick up items at a great price in time to fill those stockings. Titanium Figures $15, Titanium Vehicles $25, Code 3 Mini-posters $30, Gentle Giant Mini-busts form $45...and that is only some of the Star Wars stuff on sale. With over 30 different product lines you will find something you like. ;-)

Case Fresh have extended the Xmas sale thru to the end of December.

Looks like Aussies get a first look in for the new 2007 Star War s Lego. The following set are now listed as 'Coming Soon', but without a pre-order option you can only 'Wish List' them at the moment.  Choose from the Droids Battle Pack, Clone Troopers Battle Pack, General Grievous Starfighter , AT-ST , Y-Wing Fighter and Imperial Landing Craft or get them all. Thanks to Rebelscum for the notice.

Yodasnews are running there December contest where someone will win a Sideshow Premium Format General Grievous Statue. Do you want a Sideshow Grievous for the Holidays? Then all you have to do is find several Puzzle Pieces hidden at across there site to be in the running for one cool piece of cyborg construction. For more information and details go to the contest link at Yodasnews.com.

UP-CLOSE IMAGES OF THE ILUM AND FELUCIA BATTLEPACKS. (Limited Time)

Master Replicas continues their range of .33 scaled replica blasters with the Stormtrooper Blaster. These miniature masterpieces deliver the ultimate in Star Wars excitement to any collection. Crafted with attention to detail, this scaled replica features: Diecast metal construction, injection molded plastic components, Display stand & Protective display case plus Prop story and Certificate of Authenticity.

Also look out for randomly distributed chase versions: 1 version with a black chrome plated finish and 1 version featuring a gold plated scope. See your closest Imperial Quartermaster Store...or just click over to Case Fresh and order online.

Our friend over at Sandaworld has informed us of the completion of yet another great piece of art in their 30th Anniversary series, featuring the Maker himself, George Lucas in his Stormtrooper armor leading his army of Clones into the celebrations for the 30th Anniversary of Star Wars. Also be sure to check Tsuneo Sanda's latest Greeting Card plus past canvas works.

Now in stock at Case Fresh are the NEW series of replica helmets, beginning with the Clone Trooper as featured in the stunning climax to the Star Wars saga - Episode III: Revenge of the Sith. While no physical props of the Clone Trooper Helmets were made for the film's production, each Master Replicas helmet is recreated directly from digital files supplied by Lucasfilm Ltd.

Helmets are of sturdy fiberglass construction with a high gloss paint finish. Wearable with a fully lined and padded interior,  tinted plastic lens plus display stand, metal plaque and certificate of authenticity Limited Edition size of 2500. Grab the Plain Clonetrooper Helmet for $750 or the  Red Shocktrooper Helmet for $995, both include free shipping. Blue 501st Helmet due later this week.

Following on from the trooper amour  is the hardened face of evil, Darth Vader. Master Replicas was provided with the actual helmet molds created for Episode III to ensure authenticity, hence even the interior of the helmet is an exact copy of the one worn by Hayden Christensen, right down to the suede covered foam padding that keeps it nice and snug on your head.

Constructed from sturdy fiberglass, the helmet features a high gloss black paint finish, smoke colored lenses, machine metal details, a leather lined interior with suede-covered foam padding, and a fully integrated strapping system. The Darth Vader Helmet comes in three separate pieces: Dome, Face Plate, and Rear Neck Collar. It also comes with an attractive display stand

If you have ever wanted to own a replica Darth Vader Helmet, this is the one to have. It just doesn't come any better than this. Limited Edition of 2500 worldwide, Case Fresh is your chosen Sith Lord Amour this side of the galaxy.

Yet another early Xmas present from the folks at Case Fresh. Shipping form next week will be the Limited Release Cantina Band Set & Collector Tin. Five memorable characters from Episode IV captured in true likeness in a tin set! Store them inside the collectible tin or display them as part of your collection! Tin comes with five Figrin D’an and the Modal Nodes band figures and accessories.

Online stocks will be limited so look out for new Cantina Band Tin Set plus 2007 pre-orders across this weekend at Star Wars Central, Case Fresh. [Insider tip: look for pre-orders for then both the Republic Commando & Death star Briefing 7-packs in Oz]

The reunion of Luke Skywalker and his friend Tank Sunber comes to its shocking conclusion in Rebellion: My Brother, My Enemy #5. One of these two men is forced to make a decision that will change both of their lives forever, as Wedge Antilles and Red Squadron launch a valiant defense who know that if the fleet doesn't figure out an escape plan soon, there won't be anything left to defend.

Fans of the 3 3/4" figure lines have been treated for years to fancy cinema scene box set, but you best move over as it is time for the little padawan in your family to get a dose of not one, but four new Galactic Hero Cinema Scene available this Summer. With a 50/50 mix across Prequel and Trilogy character everyone's favorite character gets a look in with these 10 figure display cases.

Original Trilogy fans (and their kids) choose between the Death Star Escape (Episode IV) or  Vader's Bounty Hunters (Episode V) scenes, each with a unique 'Paint it Black' character. Younger fans of the Prequel movies can purchase the Battle of Geonosis (Episode II) or Jedi vs. Sith (Episode III) packs, also with some specially painted clone troopers to help swell the numbers of your GH army.

Case Fresh will begin shipping Galactic Hero Cinema Scene from next week, At $50 per Scene that is only $5 per character plus a great looking display or play diorama.

Star Wars: Lethal Alliance exclusively for the PSP and DS is here. Engage in collaborative gameplay as Twi’lek Rianna Saren and her security droid Zeeo must work together to infiltrate Imperial planets and fight legions of evil fiends. With a unique collaborative fighting style Combine the weaponry and acrobatic skills of Rianna with the defensive and slicing support of Zeeo.

Only by working together can you complete perilous missions and ultimately steal the plans for the Death Star. Multiplayer modes enhance collaborative gameplay while taking advantage of the unique capabilities of both the PSP system and Nintendo DS. Out now in for Xmas, but only for the PSP and DS gaming systems.

The Mandalorian District is running their 1st Christmas Competition with the prize of a brand new Saga Collection Cantina Tin Set, featuring all 5 of the cantina band members. The competition runs from 1st December - 15th December with each person having up to a total of 3 entries to win the prize. Click the link on over to their Competition Page to enter.

Mastered the pressures of commanding your ground forces? The prepare to conquer the hyperspace lanes with the best fleet of starships you can muster from all eras of the Star Wars saga. The Star Wars Miniatures Starship Battles Game Starter Set contains everything needed to play head-to-head Star Wars space battles. Add  Booster Packs to create more powerful fleets.

Each Starship Battles Starter Set contains: 8 randomized, fully painted, plastic miniatures, 2 exclusive miniatures-Super Star Destroyer Executor & Mon Calamari Star Defender Viscount , Full-color game stat cards, Fully illustrated battle map, 20-sided die ,Rulebook , 2 Fleet Commander cards , and Damage and Command counters .

Each Starship Battles Booster Pack contains: 7 starship miniatures from the Star Wars universe. All pre-painted and fully assembled these durable gaming pieces are randomly packaged with their own full color game stat cards. Get your Star Wars Miniatures Starship Battles Game Starter Set and Boosters from Case Fresh.

Just the thing for the holidays. Grab the new  Star Wars: The Best of PC for a festive season full of Star Wars action. The pack includes Star Wars Empire at War, Star Wars Knights of the Old Republic, Star Wars Battlefront, Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast, Star Wars Republic Commando and the Star Wars Galaxies: 14-Day Trial. Whatever your gaming style there is a Star Wars title for you.

Star Walking's Annual Melbourne Christmas Party on this Saturday! So come along and celebrate Christmas and all things Star Wars. AUCTION - If you wish to place an item(s) in the auction, 5 items are allowed. send your list to starwalking@starwalking.net. Alsothe  MELBOURNE SKYFORCE LIBRARY  will be closed, but items can be returned. Plus activities for the children will be there.

Melbourne Skyforce Christmas Party
Saturday 9th December, 2006
Time: 1pm to 5pm
Venue: Whitley College, 50 The Avenue, Parkville, Victoria (Wheelchair access)
Cost: $5.00 Star Walking Inc. Members
$7.00 Non-Members (Free for children under 12)

With only one Star Wars Literature release this month, Last of the Jedi (Return to the Darkside) but fortunately our little book-spider has been hard at work to prepare a list of Novel, Reference Books, Audio-CDs, Trade Paperbacks (TPB), Game Guides and 2007 Calendars for you to pre-order in our Mousedroid Recommends Section, the one stop for 2006/07 literature covering Star Wars.

Remember pre-order thru SHOP HERE and you help support Mousedroid to run contest and grow the site into the new year, celebrating Star Wars 30th Anniversary.

Our friends over at Action-figure thought you might like a look at the 'next' wave of figures due in early 07. This wave will be a Wal*mart exclusive in the USA, but never fear Mousedroitdteers Australia will be seeing these Tatooine flavored figures locally. So, head on over  to Action-figure for an up and personal look at "Wave 10" featuring R4-M6, some Cantina fiends and one Aurra Sing ala EU-style.

Also head to our Forums and discuss you views and opinions of this wave with fellow Australian collectors...get into your hobby and join our community.