Star Wars toy fans get peek
Web site offers glimpse
By RICHARD MORGAN, October 8, 1998
Daily Variety
Hasbro Inc. announced a sneak preview Wednesday to deliver the force to
Star Wars’ most ardent toy fans. The promotion delivers the first glimpse
of a new action figure and a new vehicle that won’t appear on film until
the May 21 release of Star Wars: Episode I.
"What we’re doing is awarding the fans first," said Hasbro spokesperson
Holly Ingram. The Episode I figure is Mace Windu, described as a "senior
member of the Jedi Council," and the vehicle is a STAP, "a small, one-pilot
repulsorlift vehicle outfitted with two laser cannons."
To get them, Ingram said, one needs to: buy six Kenner Star Wars figures
between Oct. 1 and Dec. 31, 1998; send in their register receipts with
$2.99 to cover shipping and handling; and specify which of the two
exclusive toys one seeks in return.
Those content to sneak a peek at the sneak preview, however, need only log
onto www.starwars.hasbro.com.
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