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Star Wars |OT| I have a very good feeling about this...
- Thread starter WadiumArcadium
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I have no TFA cardsI guess I just miss them every day.
Any particular time it happens every day or just random?
Seems like it's random. I haven't seen any consistency but then again, I don't check the app a whole lot.
I haven't read it but I remember people digging it when the movie came out because it fleshed out a lot of stuff not shown in the film, which for Phantom Menace was really important because of all the new people and places we were introduced to for the first time.
I look forward to the novel of The Force Awakens for the same reasons. I'm glad that the novel comes out the day of the film (ebook, anyway), so I can go see it in theaters (at least once, maybe more that opening weekend) then immediately start digging into the novel to uncover more details
I have no TFA cards
Any particular time it happens every day or just random?
make sure card trader has notifications enabled and it will tell you. it's usually earlier in the day (USA time)
WadiumArcadium
Member
I noticed them appear for the first time today. Managed to get all The Force Awakens cards apart from the X-Wing one. I'm not sure if I got lucky or if they're very common in those packs.
CloudyTuba
Member
I have had them enabled the whole time but I think it's only ever sent me one or two notifications. None alerting me to TFA cards.
Today? I've been checking all day every couple hours and have never seen them! And no notification either.
Are you guys on IOS? Im on Android, maybe the offerings are different.
WadiumArcadium
Member
Ha, I'm the opposite. Leia's the only one that hasn't really clicked with me so far. Should get #3 today or tomorrow. Vader's definitely my favourite though.
I'm on Android. I noticed them when I got home from work yesterday about 5PM GMT. I think the packs were called 'On the Move'. They seemed to be available for 30 mins.
Just got my copy of Lords of the Sith in the mail. I still have about 75 pages left in Tarkin. Once I finish, I have to choose between A New Dawn, Heir to the Jedi, and Lords of Sith. Can't decide which I want to read next.
It looks like Disney Infinity is travelling to a galaxy far, far away for version 3.0 A German retailer listed preorders for Disney Infinity 3.0: Star Wars on PS4, PS3, Xbox 360, Xbox One and Wii U, with a German release date of August 20.
The listings include images of the starter pack, seen above, which comes with Anakin Skywalker and Ahsok Tano figures, plus a playset piece. The cover art also shows Darth Vader, Yoda, Obi-Wan Kenobi, Princess Leia, R2-D2 and C-3PO.
The starter packs are priced at €69.99 on Xbox One and PS4 and €59.99 for PS3, Xbox 360 and Wii U. Disney has not yet officially confirmed the release.
ComicBook.com has reached out to Disney Interactive for comment. They responded, saying, "Disney has no comment on Disney Infinity 3.0 at this time."
WadiumArcadium
Member
I have a feeling that's going to sell a few copies.
Well, looks like this is the year I pick up Disney Infinity. Give me some Clone trooper figures and I'll pre-order in a heartbeat.
I still think it's a shame we won't see Star Wars figures in LEGO Dimensions, that's the first toys to life game I've actually been interested in.
I still think it's a shame we won't see Star Wars figures in LEGO Dimensions, that's the first toys to life game I've actually been interested in.
Jables Swan
Member
They tried to get me with the Disney characters. They then tried to get me with the Marvel characters. Now they're pulling out the big guns. I'm not sure if I'll bite though. My son enjoys the Lego games better than the free Infinity 2.0 game trails I downloaded for him.
But having said that, I could definitely bite if I found them on sale.
But having said that, I could definitely bite if I found them on sale.
Finished the Tarkin book. I've got to say, I really didn't like it at first, but as soon as Vader was introduced my interest sky rocketed. Still not as well written as Darth Plagueis, but an enjoyable read that gives further insight into Tarkin, his relationship with Vader and Palaptine, and the inner workings of the Empire. Recommended.
Lords of the Sith is up next.
Lords of the Sith is up next.
I thought I heard something about that book where Tarkin thinks Vader has an issue with him because of
his treatment of Ahsoka while she was on trial.
TomJoadsGhost
Member
It's interesting that they should be leading infinity with clone wars characters given that one of disneys first acts as custodians of the star wars license was to flatten the clone wars show.
WadiumArcadium
Member
It was nothing to do with the fact they don't like the prequel era as a lot of people seem to believe. They considered it to be too expensive for an animated show - it was essentially one of Lucas' passion projects. Rebels was a far cheaper alternative.
I suppose it makes sense they'd take advantage of the popularity that the Clone Wars had achieved.
TomJoadsGhost
Member
I always just assumed it was the quickest way to say tatty-bye to any contracts that LFL had with WB/cartoon network attached to the show.
Its clever regardless, they've got an appealing pair of guys for the starter but left a *lot* of stuff for must have playset packs.
Canceling the clone wars was mostly due to cost (it was a money loser due to the massive episode to episode budgets, Lucas himself funded out out of his own pocket).
Disney is clearly VERY happy with prequel era characters and the like. Ahsoka is a big element of Rebels, and they have prequel era merchandise all over Disney Stores, Disney World, etc.
Gipsy Danger
Member
Holy shit Ahsoka is in the starter pack for DI 3.0? I am there day one.
I remember reading all of the Star Wars novelizations and, aside from Attack of the Clones, preferred The Phantom Menace and Revenge of the Sith (especially this one). Ugh. There is SUCH a good and tragic story within these movies. It's sad. I'll still have an attachment to them cause I grew up with them, but, lol.
I'm kinda bummed... FF looks like it actually has a shot at being good. And if is then this will be a blow.
At the same time I'm kinda getting tired of these filmmakers signing onto do these high-profile adaptations/sequels and dropping out. They should start adding more protective clauses to their contracts or something.
Starting to feel like these people sign on just so it boosts their rep. Now Trank is the guy who worked for a year on a Star Wars film and didn't even film it... yet it could open a lot of doors for him just for having been involved.
Dropping out in the early stages is one thing... but when you've already been involved for months upon months? Isn't that enough time to know if it's working for you or not.
You do realize he didn't really drop out right? That was just PR spin to let him save face. All reports after the fact state he was forced to drop out. This was 100% Disney/Lucasfilm's decision. Simon Kinberg was unwilling to work with him again after Trank was a complete mess on the set of F4.
WadiumArcadium
Member
It seemed inevitable in the end, especially after his no-show at Celebration. I really liked Chronicle and F4 doesn't look too bad. If he's a pain to work with it's probably for the best though.
Also, it seems that Steve Yedlin's been confirmed as cinematographer for Episode VIII. Unsurprising seeing he's worked with Rian Johnson on all his previous films.
May the 4th on Monday. I have a feeling we're going to get the teaser poster people thought we might get at Celebration.
Also, it seems that Steve Yedlin's been confirmed as cinematographer for Episode VIII. Unsurprising seeing he's worked with Rian Johnson on all his previous films.
May the 4th on Monday. I have a feeling we're going to get the teaser poster people thought we might get at Celebration.
Flow-Walker
Banned
The teaser poster is already in theaters. Showing it Monday would be nothing since it's hanging in most theaters already.
WadiumArcadium
Member
Isn't that just the logo on a black background? I thought the rumours were about another one.
Flow-Walker
Banned
There will be another poster in the fall when the full theatrical trailer is released. This is just a teaser poster that went out to theaters along with the teaser trailer. Most theaters put it up this week and some are selling it on eBay.
Flow-Walker
Banned
Was it 3D? Only people I heard that saw it was a 3D showing.
It is only attached to 3D prints. The only way to see it is to see it in 3D/IMAX 3D.
I saw Ultron in 3D IMAX and all I got was a 7 minute scene from Tomorrowland.
God no I'm not seeing a post converted film in 3D... including Episode VII itself. Too many bad experiences. Feels wrong that they would attach it only to 3D given the otherwise retro approach to creating TFA. 2D in 4K or IMAX 2D if they make that available are all I'll consider for Star Wars this year. If future films end up being conceived for 3D then I'll reassess the choice at that time.
Jables Swan
Member
I didn't get to see it last week either, in Australia. I do know some Aussies did get it though.
Force Awakens is being released in IMAX 3D, only way to see it in 2D will be non-imax screens.
Sabine card available in the Card Trader app now. Got lucky and pulled it on the 4th pack.
Finally starting to get a buffer of credits... skipping a lot of the inserts and only focusing on 2 or so different themes works best. Sadly the vintage ones always pop up when I'm sleeping...
Finally starting to get a buffer of credits... skipping a lot of the inserts and only focusing on 2 or so different themes works best. Sadly the vintage ones always pop up when I'm sleeping...
Flow-Walker
Banned
About 95% of 3D movies now are post-converted since the technique has gotten so good now. Cheaper and easier to post convert vs using more expensive and clunkier 3D cameras.
Jables Swan
Member
Was that his excuse for missing Celebration? Poor.
I don't know enough about him as a director but I didn't really like Chronicle and Fantastic Four doesn't interest me at all. I wonder who else they'll get then.
vagabondarts
Member
I'm set for May 4th. Gonna play some Jedi Knight II, and maybe some Battlefront. That's all I will have time for since I have a long work day that day. I'll have my Finn drawing done Monday too.
Charles Foster Kane
Rosebud
Been playing Angry Birds Star Wars. I like it a lot. It's the only Angry Birds I've played. Maybe it's not a big game, but it's fun.
Like the abilities.
Like the abilities.
Charles Foster Kane
Rosebud
Well, there's the bluray, but they have all the changes. If you don't give a damn, you can watch that.
The best in my opinion is the Harmy versions. They're great and make the OG as good as it can be until we get an official release (if we ever do).
Setting aside fan rage, I think some of the special edition changes really make the films less good, even if slightly. It's certainly not exactly the same experience.
Tizoc
Member
Thanks mate.