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.

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Colin Trevorrow Out as Episode IX Director!

Ashley Wilbanks September 5, 2017

There has been a great disturbance in the force. Probably coming as no surprise to fans now, another Star Wars film has lost its director. The latest casualty? Colin Trevorrow.…

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Star Wars Rebels Season 4 to Premier October 16, New Trailer Released!

Ashley Wilbanks September 5, 2017

Lucasfilm has officially announced today that Star Wars Rebels season 4 will premiere on Disney XD on Monday October 16. Lucasfilm also released a new trailer for the upcoming season as…

Star Wars Adventures 1 Preview Variant Cover

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IDW Reveals Star Wars Adventures 1 Preview

Ashley Wilbanks September 5, 2017

IDW Publishing has released an 11-page Star Wars Adventures 1 preview. Check out a short synopsis and several pages from the book that hits stores next week! Introducing an exciting…

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New Star Wars: The Last Jedi Promotional Artwork Features Characters and Ships from the film

Ashley Wilbanks September 4, 2017

Now that Force Friday II has come and gone, we can begin dissecting some of the new information we have concerning the film. During the event, loads of new Star…

Claudia Gray and Delilah S. Dawson at the "Phasma" and "Leia" Launch Event

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Dragon Con Report: Phasma and Leia Book Launch Event

Ashley Wilbanks September 3, 2017

OuterRimNews.com was on hand for the official “Phasma” and “Leia” book launch event at Dragon Con this past Friday night. The event was held as part of the Star Wars…

Gaming

Star Wars Legion Painting Tutorial

Ashley Wilbanks August 31, 2017

Are you super excited for the Star Wars Legion miniatures game, and can’t wait to grab the first few figures to start painting? Well the fine folks at Sorastro’s Painting have released…

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New Photo of Star Wars: The Last Jedi Luke Skywalker

Ashley Wilbanks August 30, 2017

If you are jonesing for more official Star Wars: The Last Jedi information, then look no further! Thanks to a magazine from Hungary (a no-prize delivered to the person that…

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The Outer Rim News Podcast August 24, 2017

Ashley Wilbanks August 30, 2017

In this episode of The Outer Rim News Podcast, we review the latest Star Wars novel Inferno Squad by Christie Golden, we talk about our stance on spoilers, a few…

Collecting

The Hot Toys Anakin Skywalker Figure is up for Pre-Order Now

Ashley Wilbanks August 30, 2017

Playing a core and decisive role in the Star Wars galaxy, Anakin Skywalker had the potential to become one of the most powerful Jedi ever and was believed by some to be the…

Collecting

Your Force Friday II Guide!

Ashley Wilbanks August 28, 2017

Force Friday II is fast approaching, and we at OuterRimNews.com thought it might be prudent to put together a list of all the cool merchandise available Friday! Welcome to your…

Star Wars: Jedi of the Republic: Mace Windu 1 Cover

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Marvel Reveals Star Wars: Jedi of the Republic: Mace Windu 1 Preview

Ashley Wilbanks August 28, 2017

Marvel has released an 8-page Star Wars: Jedi of the Republic: Mace Windu 1 preview. Check out a short synopsis and several pages from the book that hits stores next…

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Marvel Reveals Star Wars 35 Preview

Ashley Wilbanks August 28, 2017

Marvel has released a 6-page Star Wars 35 preview. Check out a short synopsis and several pages from the book that hits stores next week! Two issues featuring tales of the…