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(...) She's Queen Amidala's 'handmaiden', who is sent out to accompany Qui-Gonn and Jar-Jar around Tatooine. Anakin falls for her, and of course she later (back on Naboo, in front of the Gungan general) turns out to be Amidala herself, hiding (...) (24 years ago, 25-Sep-00, to lugnet.starwars)
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The models and the features the kids put on them were wonderful. Everyone there should be very proud. (Go Hungary! Whoo Hoo!) I have to say, though, I am very disappointed in the building materials they were given. Think a minute: you assemble the (...) (24 years ago, 25-Sep-00, to lugnet.starwars, lugnet.legoland)
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(...) Thanks Kyle. I guess all I have to do now is find an MF to buy. ;-) Richard Still baldly going... (24 years ago, 25-Sep-00, to lugnet.starwars)
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Hey! Tim Saupe -- From Bricks to Bothans -- asked me to post some information on coverage they're doing of the Galactic Challenge contest that was held on Friday. Here's the link: (URL) winners were David Michon (US) in the 5-10 age category, and (...) (24 years ago, 25-Sep-00, to lugnet.announce, lugnet.starwars, lugnet.legoland) !
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I had the exact same experience and, as of yet, have not been able to solve the engineering problem. I'm really surprised they didn't utilize the design of the AMT/ERTL model. That version had the top left and bottom right wings connected and vice (...) (24 years ago, 25-Sep-00, to lugnet.starwars)
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G'day (G'd night almost here in Sweden 7.30 pm) Yes, i do have the same problem with the gearbox. No, i did not get the extra pieces. You are indeed a lucky man... It's really a nice set but it would be nicer without the annoying stickers... /Joakim (...) (24 years ago, 24-Sep-00, to lugnet.starwars)
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G'day Folks, Since TRU here in Canada finally had a 20% off sale with this set on the shelf, I snapped one up. The two boxes still on the shelf were horribly beat up. I bought the better looking one hoping nothing was missing. I made out pretty (...) (24 years ago, 24-Sep-00, to lugnet.starwars)
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[trimmed to lugnet.starwars] (...) G'day Richard, The underside is made of 4 inverted saucer sections, but it still has a pretty large flat area. The review someone posted a link to here is pretty much right on (note you need to fix the spelling (...) (24 years ago, 24-Sep-00, to lugnet.starwars)
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You can read a detailed review of the Millennium Falcon at (URL) can also go to www.brickset.com where you can find many informal reviews of this and other sets. (...) Peter)? (...) (24 years ago, 24-Sep-00, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.starwars)
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Evening all, Haven't actually seen one of these in the ABS yet, I can't seem to find a detailed review of it over in .starwars, and I'm getting all keen and hyperactive. What is the deal with the underside - is it flat, or have they used the inverse (...) (24 years ago, 24-Sep-00, to lugnet.loc.au, lugnet.starwars)
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| | Re: HOORAY! STAR WARS EPISODE 1 VALUE PACK!!!!
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I seen the same package at the Zellers by my house in Calgary. I'm interested in seeing if they're are going to be any other packages like that coming out. Adam (...) exclusive, (...) (24 years ago, 24-Sep-00, to lugnet.starwars)
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I'm not sure, but this may be old news. If it is, I apoligize up front. The Target stores in the US are currenctly selling "value" packs with the Mos Espa Pod Race, Lightsaber Dual, and Droid Fighter for the very low cost of $49.99... Again,if this (...) (24 years ago, 24-Sep-00, to lugnet.starwars)
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Thanks for all of the info! I figured they were for steering, but I wasn't sure. Seeing how this is my only movie podracer and it will probably be up against Blacktron and Aquanaut pods whenever I get around to building them, staying authentic isn't (...) (24 years ago, 24-Sep-00, to lugnet.starwars)
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(...) Well, yes, in a way. When opened, they'll slow down the side their on, and the ship will turn in that direction. As for looking better backwards, I don't doubt it looks better, but it dosn't follow the version from the movie very well anymore. (...) (24 years ago, 24-Sep-00, to lugnet.starwars)
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I'm new to Star Wars, so have a lot of questions. This one concerns the banana peel pieces on Anakin's pod, and the backwards appearance of the engines. My sister suggested that the model would look better with the engines on backwards, and it does. (...) (24 years ago, 24-Sep-00, to lugnet.starwars)
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I just got this mini-fgure, and I would appreciate information on the character. Background, relationship to other characters, and why she comes with the podracer. I have actually seen Episode I, but I forgot most of it! Now that I have some Star (...) (24 years ago, 24-Sep-00, to lugnet.starwars)
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I just realized that by greatly discounting the slower-moving items, TLC knows it won't be long before I'm buying the more popular Star Wars at full price! Clever move. I don't mind, its a great theme :) (...) exclusive, (...) (24 years ago, 23-Sep-00, to lugnet.starwars, lugnet.general)
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There is no set number. The models are in their orignal boxes. They are in a black cardboard tray with the standard Lego fine print, and it is wrapped in plastic to hold it together. (...) (24 years ago, 23-Sep-00, to lugnet.starwars)
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(...) Awesome! What's the set number? And do you know if anyone has a scan or photo of the box? :-) --Todd (24 years ago, 23-Sep-00, to lugnet.starwars)
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This is the greatest LEGO deal of all time. You get a 7111 Droid Fighter, a 7101 Lightsaber Duel, and a 7131 Anakin's Podracer... all for $16.99 (Canada!) The original prices of these sets total $36.97, and Anakin's Podracer alone costs $18.99- so (...) (24 years ago, 23-Sep-00, to lugnet.general, lugnet.starwars, lugnet.loc.ca, lugnet.announce)
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