Bring on Friday!

COLLECTIONDX.com has just posted two new episodes of "SOME ASSEMBLY REQUIRED" - the first part focuses on the history of Jumbo Machinders, and the second part features an extensive interview with us! We go into detail on how the STORMTROOPER SUPER SHOGUN came to fruition, how it is a "true" machinder, which STAR WARS characters would also work as SUPER SHOGUNS, and much more! We had a lot of fun recording this special, and we think you'll enjoy the discussions!

http://www.collectiondx.com/article/som ... ormtrooper

Part One
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u4d6il54PCw

Part Two
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=L9p7KMAl1Ww

NICE! Can't wait to watch these later when I get home!

No thing yet?

Great episodes! Got me excited all over again!

nurts - to add to the kinda crappy end to the week I saw the S7 email saying that the Trooper was delayed.

Calgon take me away

At lease now I don't have to worry as it should come after my vacation and not during.

Can't wait to get this guy! My other Machinders are starting to get lonely!

Crap, I didn't pay attention to the email I guess. Just realized that I'm going to be out for a few days - was there a timeframe mentioned in the email? I might have to make a key for a buddy so Stormy isn't left on the porch while I'm gone...

Really interesting watch. Thanks.

The release is near!
STAR WARS X JAPANESE ROBOTS EXHIBITION & LAUNCH PARTY

VINTAGE TOY EXHIBIT!
PRIZES!
BEHIND THE SCENES!
STORMTROOOPERS IN PERSON!

Super7 celebrates our first collaboration with Lucasfilm with a special release party for the STAR WARS: STORMTROOPER SUPER SHOGUN!

When: Saturday June 12th , doors open at 6:00 PM
Where: Super7 Store
1628 Post Street
San Francisco, CA 94115

Available at retail for the first time ever, the SUPER SHOGUN is a Limited Edition of only 1200 pieces, with many of that quantity already presold to consumers and overseas distributors. This is a one-time production with each STORMTROOPER hand numbered on the base of the foot with a unique serial number. Be sure to arrive early, as the first 100 people thorough the door will be given a unique Star Wars themed collectible, which will act as your raffle ticket. A random drawing later in the evening will award a prize package including one of the SUPER SHOGUN figures – a $299 value! Come on out to either buy one, or try your luck at winning one!



Similar to how the toy itself combines the themes of Star Wars and Japanese Super Robots, we will have an extraordinary exhibition of rare vintage toys from both franchises on display. The expansive series of original Kenner Star Wars action figures, including rare items such as figures with early “telescoping” light sabers, will be shown from the personal collection of Super7 honcho Brian Flynn. From 12-backs to Yak Faces, you will have the opportunity to see the complete Kenner collection in its entirety.

Master collector and “Chairman” of www.toyboxdx.com , Erik Sjoen, has graciously allowed us to exhibit his incredible collection of vintage Japanese Jumbo Machinders. The two-foot tall giants will take up a large amount of the exhbit space with over 20 different robots featured, from the popular Raideen and Grendizer, to the more obscure Capsule Robo G and Giant Gorg.

The final part of the exhibit will be dedicated to the “making of” the SUPER SHOGUN itself, as we present various stages of the production never before seen, including design sketches, original sculpts, and various mold tests.



Aside from our Jumbo figure, actual Stormtroopers themselves will be on-hand at the party! Security at the event will be provided by the Golden Gate Garrison of the 501st Legion, to ensure that any rebel scum is dealt with accordingly.

We hope to see you at the party!




For more information, please visit the dedicated website STARWARS.SUPER7STORE.COM.

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OTHER HYPE YOU MAY HAVE MISSED................

Edition Size Revealed
http://tinyurl.com/2c5723p

Japanese Distribution Announced
http://www.mamegyorai.co.jp

this guy?

hahaha. awesome bert.

I can't take credit for that. Someone else did it. Dunno who.

Edit: It was the handy work of Wayne H. Pretty freaking cool.

Ain't It Cool News has even gotten in on the release.

Release the hounds!

Love the comments.

So.. if you pre-ordered before the deadline, can you pick it up before the day of the release party? Or is it just people having it shipped get the early arrival perk?

All orders are being shipped directly to you......we have no place to store these at the shop.....they are huge!

Ha, I was just going to send you a message and ask that very question as I am planning on coming to the show. Thanks for the info.

No prob. Just seeing if a trip to SF before the party was in need. See you guys next weekend.

We are using a fulfillment service for the Jumbos so they will be shipping out of Long Beach. You will get a shipping notice with tracking when it ships.

I AM. Chairman Sjoen is pwned.

Pics of the proceedings and displays from anyone attending are always appreciated by us Int'l slackers!

of course..! hosted by our own Alex Z...!

How about more inebriated shots of you?

done...