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Racer for Dreamcast
LucasArts will release their first title for the Sega Dreamcast; in the form of the Episode I : Racer. A feature for the Dreamcast will be the ability to post high-scores to the Sega Dreamcast Network.
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Come on, Annie!
Anakin's Speedway, a new Star Wars Podracer playset for ages four and up from Lucas Learning Ltd will be available March 30 for the PC and Macintosh. Anakin's Speedway challenges kids to construct and master Podrace test tracks with their favorite Episode I characters such as Anakin, Sebulba, and Gasgano.

The Coruscant Library
At last I have found time to improve the Enyclopedia, Coruscant Library. Was a mammoth task! But the Library is looking better than ever before, take a look. Browse a bit, and you will get an idea. Some of the links might not work; or may go to absurd pages, but nothing worth pulling the arms off a gundark over.

Doesn't everybody know already?
It's all over the net; if you are a Star Wars fan. You shouldn't have missed it. But if you have, here it is. The Episode I VHS can be pre-ordered from today; with delivery from the 4th of April. The Official Site is offering a Collector's pack with a free poster and other great stuff. A must-buy! Check it out!

Homing Beacon go Home...
The first installment of the "Homing Beacon", starwars.com's official newsletter to registered members, has arrived.

And it's a major disappointment. No news. No features. No content. Just good graphics, good design, and links back to the main site. I hope it improves with age; because the way it is right now, I would classify it as "junk mail".

Star Wars Calendar of Events at the Cantina
We at GalaxyFarAway.com have started a calendar of events, specifically for Star Wars. Check out current events, and submit events regarding your site, conventions, release dates or official events. If it's Star Wars, it belongs here!

Buzz, I am your father...
Ok.. maybe everybody already knows about this; but I had to comment about it myself. I just saw Toy Story 2 and there are some hilarious references to Star Wars.
There were a lot of sounds from Star Wars at diferent points; but the funniest was when Buzz Lightyear is fighting Emperor Zurg, Buzz says, "You killed my father Zurg." And Zurg replies, "No, I am your father." Buzz gives a Luke-esque "Nooooooooooooo!"
See. Everybody loves Star Wars!

Admiral Motti and Leia Hood Carded
I added pictures of Amiral Motti and Leia with Hooded Gown Carded front and back (Courtesy of Sidious).
Also go to Brians Toys to win some great stuff

How many languages can you say Star Wars in?
The Official Site has 14 Drew Struzan One-Sheets from around the world; check them out here.

The adventures of Qui Gon and Obi Wan
The first five books of the Jedi Apprentice series have been reviewed by our 'Star Wars Book Chick' Karen, taking our total to 17; more to come soon. But give these a good look!

Adventure, Excitement; a Jedi craves not...
Well, we are not Jedi. We are the Ugnaughts or something; we crave excitement and adventure! Just a reminder to expect to new games pretty soon: Force Commander for the PC, expected within the next 2 months; and Jedi Power Battles for the PlayStation (yeah!).
(GFA Games)

We don't serve droids...
Added pictures of Wuher Carded front and back (Courtesy of Sidious).
TRU stores are going to be getting in a lot of older POTF2 stuff and will be selling them for discount prices. Here is an example, 12" Han/Taun Taun - $10!!! So go and check it out.
Also don't forget to check out Brians Toys

The final word on TPM on DVD
The Official Site has reported on the availability of TPM on DVD; and has quoted Producer Rick McCallum as saying the following:

"George hopes to do something special with the DVD release but he isn’t available to work on it right now since we’re in pre-production on Episode II, with principal photography scheduled to begin this summer in Australia. Until George has some time to concentrate on it, we don't anticipate releasing any of the Star Wars movies on DVD in the foreseeable future."

Read more here.

Cool deals on Star Wars toys, and a LOT of other stuff!
Sorry no updates in a while but this one should make up for the missed time. I added pictures of 12" TC-14 Boxed, 12" Darth Maul with Sith Speeder (Walmart Exclusive), Qui Gon Jinn Hologram, R2-B1 Carded Front and Back, and Darth Maul VS Obi Wan Loose and Carded (photos courtesy of Sidious and figuresinaction).
Also here is a list of some stuff that is out now.
Anakin Pilot, Obi Wan (Jedi Knight), Darth Maul Sith Lord, Naboo Royal Guard, Naboo Royal Security, Captain Panaka, Qui Gon with soft goods, 12" Electronic Qui Gon, Armored Scout Tank (2 different boxes available), and Tatoonine Showdown Cinema Scene.
Keep a look out at your local Walmart and Target for some great deals on star wars toys.

Fear has a website!
Ray Park's official web site is now fully operational. With a lot of other Ray Park (and fan club) related info; I suggest you at least give two of its sections a visit. The picture Gallery and the exclusive interview.

A call for Fan Art
Hi, this is DevanJedi, the webmaster of GalaxyFarAway.com. I want to start a Star Wars Fan Art section on this site and am calling out to all those talented artists out there to send your work in. Credit will be given, and any work will be considered; as long as it is original. Even amateurs are welcome; anything related to Star Wars that you have doodled will do.
Because creativity is quality.

Shall we call it Maultimedia?
The Multimedia section has a few updates, which are minor or major depending on how much you love Natalie Portman! A new Portman pic and sounds of Padme, Watto and the legendary "Poodoo"!

New reviews and timeline Updated
We have a new review to X-Wing #8 - Isard's Revenge by Michael Stackpole in the Books section. Also, the timeline has been updated and we strongly recommend that you check it out!

Many Bothan spies were killed to bring us this information...
Yes, the Encyclopedia has new entries, including the intriguing Bothans, Bail Organa and Ion Cannons!

We are having a slight weapons malfunction..
We are having a slight weapons malfunction. Should be OK within the hour. Everything should work fine; just a few pages will look like they had Rancor step on them.

The Jedi Planet
You can't stop change any more than you can stop the sun from setting...
My Padawan learner Praysad has now advanced to a Jedi Knight, and has made his presence in the Galaxy felt with TheJediPlanet.com. He is still on our staff (and I guess I'm on his!); and we hope to bring you many joint features in the future.
Check him out!

A long time ago, in a GalaxyFarAway.com
A long time ago, in GalaxyFarAway.com... I had updated this page.
And I'm sorry; but hey, you've had exams too, right?
Getting back to business, you can expect a lot from us in the next 2 weeks. Major updates, section revamps, new sections... any other suggestions?
Enjoy!

More from Starwars.com
The Official Site updated with a pretty important tibit of news. This being the annoucement of the release of TPM on VHS as April 4 (read more below).
The site also stated that the Phantom Menace will be adapted to a comic book done in the Japanese art form manga. The first part of the two part series is available this week in comic shops, the second issue will be released in February.
Other sections updated were the Snapshot, with a pic of the inside of Sebulba's cockpit and with another an answer to the question:
What is the process of casting stunt people and extras?

VHS Release Date of Episode I
The Official Site has made it known that the VHS for The Phantom Menace will be available world-wide between April 3-8 (April 4 for North America). They also confirmed that the DVD will not be released at that time.

Official Site Updates
The Official Site updated today with news of a new Star Wars Insider (#47) being released. They also answered another question in the Ask the Jedi Council section. Last but not least they have posted a new Episode I snapshot of Darth Maul's binoculars.