Ashley Wilbanks

A Star Wars fan since 1978, he has a passion for all things Star Wars and wonders why May the 4th is not a national holiday. He lives in the wastelands of middle Georgia with his wife, two girls, and two dogs.

Boyega Episode VIII

Watching

John Boyega Teases Finn Star Wars Return After Talks With Dave Filoni

Ashley Wilbanks March 23, 2026

The Star Wars galaxy is currently in a state of massive transformation, but the most exciting news for fans of the sequel trilogy just dropped at MEGACON Orlando. John Boyega,…

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A highly detailed 1/6th scale Hot Toys action figure of The Mandalorian in silver Beskar armor, holding a sniper rifle and firing a flamethrower from his gauntlet, with a small Grogu figure magnetically attached to his shoulder.

Collecting

Hot Toys Unveils Stunning New The Mandalorian and Grogu Collectible Sets

Ashley Wilbanks March 23, 2026

As anticipation builds for the upcoming theatrical release of Star Wars: The Mandalorian & Grogu, Hot Toys has officially pulled back the curtain on their latest masterpiece: the The Mandalorian…

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Hot Toys Anzellan Droidsmith Life-Size Collectible Figure with welding torch and light-up flashlight.

Collecting

Tiny Tech, Big Impression: Hot Toys Reveals Life-Size Anzellan Droidsmith

Ashley Wilbanks March 23, 2026

The Star Wars galaxy is home to towering Wookiees, massive starships, and formidable Sith Lords, but sometimes the most impactful characters are the ones who barely stand a foot tall.…

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A highly detailed, 1:1 scale Grogu Life-Size Collectible Figure by Hot Toys, featuring a realistic head sculpt, fabric robes, and a leather-like pouch filled with accessories like a magnetic rondel and grav charges.

Collecting

The Force is Strong: Hot Toys Reveals Grogu Life-Size Collectible Figure for The Mandalorian & Grogu Movie

Ashley Wilbanks March 23, 2026

The bond between Din Djarin and his diminutive, Force-sensitive ward has been the beating heart of the Star Wars galaxy for years. As anticipation reaches a fever pitch for the…

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Marvel June 2026 Solicitations

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Marvel Star Wars Solicitations June 2026: Rogue One 10th Anniversary and More!

Ashley Wilbanks March 23, 2026

The wait is finally over for Star Wars fans as the Marvel Star Wars solicitations June 2026 have officially arrived, bringing a galaxy of new adventures to your local comic…

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EFX Signature Edition Boushh Leia Helmet replica from Star Wars Return of the Jedi on black background.

Collecting

EFX Signature Edition Boushh Leia Helmet Coming Soon

Ashley Wilbanks March 20, 2026

EFX Collectibles has officially pulled back the curtain on their latest masterpiece: the Signature Edition Boushh Leia Helmet. Based on the iconic disguise worn by Princess Leia Organa in Star…

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Oga's Cantina

Collecting

Oga’s Cantina Refurbishment: Disney Erases Galactic Starcruiser Connection

Ashley Wilbanks March 20, 2026

As Star Wars fans prepare for the massive timeline shift coming to Galaxy’s Edge, the most popular watering hole in the parsec is already showing signs of the changing eras.…

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William C. Dietz author of Star Wars Dark Forces and Halo novels

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Remembering a Legend: William C. Dietz Passing at 80

Ashley Wilbanks March 20, 2026

The galaxy feels a little smaller today as we mourn the news of William C. Dietz passing at the age of 80. A titan of military science fiction and a…

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Grogu using a telescope while the Mandalorian looks on from behind a sand dune.

Watching

New Mandalorian and Grogu Movie Footage Debuts at Disney Shareholders Meeting

Ashley Wilbanks March 20, 2026

During the recent Disney Annual Meeting of Shareholders, attendees were treated to a surprise look at the upcoming theatrical release, The Mandalorian and Grogu. The meeting was supposed to serve…

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A wide landscape of a Tatooine-inspired desert town in Fortnite Creative featuring a crashed Star Destroyer in the background with rising black smoke and another ship hovering above.

Gaming

Epic Games Unveils Massive Fortnite Star Wars Creative Assets Update in v40.00

Ashley Wilbanks March 19, 2026

We first reported this earlier in the week, but now the update is live! Epic Games has released the Fortnite v40.00 ecosystem update, and while the patch notes are filled…

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The new LEGO Star Wars Darth Vader Bust (75439) and Yoda Bust (75438) displayed side-by-side with their respective minifigures and nameplates.

Collecting

LEGO Star Wars 2026 Busts: First Look at Darth Vader and Yoda Sets Leaked via Amazon

Ashley Wilbanks March 19, 2026

Earlier today, early listings on Amazon Singapore gave us a first glimpse at the highly anticipated LEGO Star Wars 2026 Busts. These new 18+ display models mark a shift from…

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Gaming

Monopoly Star Wars Heroes vs Villains Announced by Lucasfilm Games and Ubisoft

Ashley Wilbanks March 17, 2026

Today, Lucasfilm Games and Ubisoft officially pulled back the curtain on their latest collaboration: Monopoly Star Wars Heroes vs Villains. This is a complete reimagining of the property-trading formula, built…

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