The Unknown Regions Podcast

Finally, here is our next Episode, 36: “Rise.”On this episode Tom and I will be discussing the novel Dark Lord: The Rise of Dark Vader, by James Luceno. This novel takes place right after the events of Revenge of the Sith, and it one of our favorites. Spoiler... 5 DS for sure.For Tom's book news:Star Wars: Knight Errant Volume 2—Deluge TPBhttp://www.darkhorse.com/Books/17-786/Star-Wars-Knight-Errant-Volume-2-Deluge-TPBhttp://www.starwarscelebration.com/For my Collecting & Gaming news, follow the below news.Death Trooper Deluxe Statue:http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80125Anakin & Sabulba Mini-Bust 2 Packhttp://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80210Nien Nunb Mini-Busthttp://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80222Security Battle Droid Mini-Busthttp://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80023If you listened to after the credits, you'll know that we are starting a new Podcast based on our faith and belief that Jesus Christ is Lord and Savior. We also threw out that at this time we don't have a name and could really use your help. So send them in.Well that's it for Episode 36. Our next episode will be on the Legacy comic series, beginning with the first story arc, Broken. We aren't sure when this episode will be out, so stay tuned. Thanks for listening, and as always, May the Force Be With You!

Hey everyone, here is Episode 35- "Take 2". Enjoy the episode, and look for the show notes to come out this weekend.

We know, we know, we know... we're late... again! But hey, better than never, right? Well, you decide. This is our first "Real" episode in the new format. Let us know what you think of Episode 34: "No Prisoners"On this episode, we will review, or shall we say, talk about, the novel "No Prisoner" by Karen Travis.Also, we discuss the below items in our, "Previously called News Section, but now it's just a free for all talk about whatever we come up with" section... hmmm.Kinect Episode 4 Duel Video:http://lucasarts.com/games/kinectstarwars/Star Wars XBOX 360: The Old Republic WIKI: http://www.ign.com/wikis/star-wars-the-old-republicDawn of the Jedi: Crimson Empire:http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/20-342/Star-Wars-Dawn-of-the-Jedi-0http://www.amazon.com/Xbox-360-Limited-Kinect-Star-Bundle/dp/B0050SY300http://www.darkhorse.com/Comics/18-021/Star-Wars-Crimson-Empire-III-Empire-Lost-4One of the items talk about is the Keyboard, Mouse and other released for the PC. Use the pic-link below to head over and check them out. If you want to buy them, hope you bring you credits... lots of credits.If the Link doesn't work above, click here: http://www.razerzone.com/swtorWell, that's it for this Episode. Hope you enjoy it. And, as always, May the Force be with you!

Hey everyone, here is Episode 33: "The Winner is..."On this episode, we announce the winner of our contest, sponsored by http://www.buystarwarscostumes.com/. Also, we have some emails to read, and something special at the end.We wanted to share with you another Star Wars podcast out there, hosted by one of own listeners, Harrison. The show is called, "My Own Private Alderaan" and can be found here: http://myownprivatealderaan.podomatic.com/During our discussion, Tom brings  the short film "the Padawan Menace", which has been out for awhile. You can pick this up at your local Walmart or Best Buy. Here is a link to a short clip, if you want to check it out. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0eeeTxZo6Wk&feature=relatedHere is a link the Chewbacca sock puppet that put  out show to a halt with laughter.  Check it out here, to make your own:  http://starwars.com/play/online-activities/crafts/chewbaccasockpuppet/Something else to check out is this Facebook link titled, "Star Wars: Full Circle", check it out here: http://www.facebook.com/StarWars.FullCircleFinally at the end of the show we share with you the Jason Arnold Taylor reading of "Twas the Night Before Christmas." The quality of the recording wasn't the best, so use this link and check it out at you tube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nh4n-Dyx3SwAlso we had a special request from Joshua, another one of our listeners, to add a link for this special site. Check it out, and help a young Star Wars fan. http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/dondarkside/help-a-young-star-wars-fan-with-special-needs-tellSend us your emails on what you would like us to start out with in 2012. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, and as always, May the Force Be With You!

Yes, your eyes are not deceiving you, this is a new episode. We know, finally, right? Technically this isn't our come back episode, but rather how we are going to be doing our show, when we do come back "officially" in January of 2012. There might be another episode before the end of the year, but it will be some kind of Escape Pod.Now, unlike other shows, the show notes are not on this post with the episode. That will be coming some time in the next few days.Enjoy the show, and please, please send us your emails, feedback and comments.And as always.... May the Force Be With You!!!

Sorry it's been awhile guys, but hey we are back with another episode, 31, "Fan Fiction, That's a Wrap and Don't Forget to Turn out the Lights!" Could we have come up with a longer title? Hmmm, probably not.For this episode, like the title suggests, we bring you fan fiction from two listeners, have your emails, news (books, comics, collectibles), and a big announcement at the end of the show.During our emails we talk about the Qui-Gon figure from Batman Begins, what do you think?For Tom's news, he gives you info and release dates for the following comics and novels:For my collecting news, see below images.If you want to get more info on purchasing them, here are the links, as well as the ones for Superherotoys.comNihilus Mini Bust: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE00851Kit Fisto Mini Bust: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80060Obi-Wan Mini Bust: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE1163112" Death Star Commander: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80106Vader ArtFX: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=DC01376Jes Gistang: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80094Superherotoys 1: http://superherotoys.com/star-wars-toys-star-wars-exclusives.htmlSuperherotoys 2: http://superherotoys.com/star-wars-toys-star-wars-expanded-universe.htmlHere is the link to Wookieepedia if you want more information on Darth Nihilus from KOTOR 2:http://starwars.wikia.com/wiki/Darth_NihilusAs for gaming news, just four peices of info here from THE OLD REPUBLIC, one of which I missed on our last show.New Trailer: http://www.swtor.com/media/trailers/fate-galaxyEnviroments: http://www.swtor.com/news/news-article/20110415Drew Interview: http://www.swtor.com/news/news-article/20110422-0Sith Warrior: http://www.swtor.com/media/trailers/sith-warrior-progressionWell, that's it for Episode 31. As for what we have coming up next, you'll need to listen to this one to find that out. Also, once you here our announcement, please send us in some emails with your thoughts. So, that's a wrap, and as always, May the Force Be With You!!!

Hey there EU fans, Tom and I, are finally posting a show after the whole site-switching fiasco. And we want to send out a special thank you to Andrew & Joe for helping make the switch as painless as possible. Only a few battle scars guys, only a few.For this episode we will be reviewing the TPB, Dueling Ambitions, from the Knights of the Old Republic series. We will also have your emails, some news, and a litle something different with the review. With the change in the way we will be presenting the review, we are looking for your feedback on whether you like the new style or not.During our emails we mention a few conventions, Marcon and The Calgary Comic & Entertainment Exp. Use the picture links to find out more information.Here are the comics that Tom gave us the release dates on.For collecting news, we talk about a minibust, Gentle Giant vintage figures, and a Darth Talon statue.Shae Vizla: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80144Obi-Wan: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80128Tuskan Raider: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80087Jawa: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80179Darth Talon: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?prod=1&ts=2011032701&number=GE80095In gaming news, we discussed some articles over at The Old Republic website. Check them out here.Bounty Hunters: http://www.swtor.com/news/news-article/20110304Annimation: http://www.swtor.com/news/news-article/20110318Jedi Progression: http://www.swtor.com/news/news-article/20110325Well, that wraps up another episode of the Unknown Regions. Hope you enjoyed this one, and be looking for our next show, an Escape Pod, sometime mid-April. Be sure to send us your feedback at our email address, or check us out on our Facebook page. Until then, may the Force be with you!

Yes everyone, we are still alive, and here is our next show to prove it, Episode 29: Forcing the Issue.In this episode, we will be having our normal segments of Emails & News, however we will be forgoing any review this time to have a discussion on the Force with a couple special guests.In our news segment, Tom starts out with the latest release dates for the some books, comics, an e-book, and a short story by Timothy Zahn, entitled, "Judge's Call." Which can be accessed by going over to our Facebook discussion page. The e-book is the next book in the "Lost Tribe of the Sith" series, Sentinel. Since the e-book is now out, use the picture link below, or the sidebar, to access the PDF file.Continuing with our news, I bring you some mini-bust info for collecting. See links for more info.Trooper: http://shop.starwars.com/catalog/product.xml?topcatID=1300264&product_id=1326162Hammerhead: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE11628Aurra Sing: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80056Vader: http://www.entertainmentearth.com/prodinfo.asp?number=GE80059And for gaming, just the typical updates to THE OLD REPUBLIC website, mainly the Flashpoint missions. You can use the picture link below for the TOR Flashpoint missions. For the other updates talked about, use the Holocron link on the sidebar of our website.So that wraps up this episode, we hope you enjoy it. Be looking for an Escape Pod in the next few weeks on the comics Star Wars: Jango Fett and Star Wars: Zam Wesell. Until then, May the Force be with you!(Show Notes Modified from Original Hosting Site; Original Post Date: 3/4/2011)

Hey everyone, we're back! Not that we really went anywhere, we just had a bunch of real life issues get in the way. So now that, is out of the way, here is Episode 28: "Jaster's Legacy"Before I get into the bulk of this episode, I would like to direct you over to a Facebook page. Rob, who has done many voices for our show, is showing off his artwork, and we think you should check it out.http://www.facebook.com/#!/pages/Sasquatch-Artworks-Rob-the-ToonMan/137886556271277In this episode, we will reviewing the trade paper-back, JANGO FETT: OPEN SEASONS. We'll also have your emails, news and the return of our Encyclopedia moments.Now, with our news segment, Tom has the latest release dates for the below books. He also lets us know that the Republic Commando entry over at Starwars.com is back up. You can click on the RC image and head over there to check it out if you have not already done so.And for gaming and collection news, I let you know about the release date for LEGO STAR WARS III: THE CLONE WARS, some really cool new characters for THE OLD REPUBLIC & good articles too (which you can click the Holonet image below and check them out), and also I give you Gentle Giant Mini Bust & website news. Use the links below to snag them up.Wicket Mini-Bust: http://www.gentlegiantltd.com/Wicket_Mini_Bust_p/80137.htmBattle Droid Mini-Bust: http://www.gentlegiantltd.com/product_p/10594.htmRepublic Commando Scorch Mini Bust: http://www.gentlegiantltd.com/product_p/12285.htmWell, that's all for this episode. We hope you enjoy it, and please send us in you emails and comments. So as always, May the Force be with you!(Show Notes Modified from Original Hosting Site; Original Post Date: 2/1/2011)

Well listeners, here is our last show of the year, Episode 27: Interview with a Zombie. On this show, Tom and I have our first interview, and it's with Joe Schreiber, author of Death Troopers and Red Harvest. We also have your emails and some news.Here are the comics and novels that Tom mentions in his news:Also, per the interview, here are the Twitter links for Joe & Red Harvest:http://twitter.com/joeschreiber1http://twitter.com/RedHarvestVirusBe on the lookout on our Facebook page for a Listener Photo album. That's right, when you send us photos, we are going to put them up there. You can click the link on our sidebar to head on over to our Facebook page, if you haven't done so already.Again we would like to thank Mr. Schreiber for coming on with us. We hope all of you listeners enjoy the interview as much as we did. This will be the last show this year, so look for something new from us sometime around the middle of January 2011. So until then, May the Force be with you!(One final note: We apologize for the quality of this podcast. We used a different recording software for this one, that we will not use again when it's just Tom and I on the show.)(Show Notes Modified from Original Hosting Site; Original Post Date: 12/28/2010)

We know on our last show, Tom and I said we would only be doing Escape Pods till the end of the year, but on a last minute whim, well, we changed our minds. So here is Episode 26: "Fan Films Strike Back."For this show, our main review will be on two fan films. If you follow us on our Facebook page, then you already know that we are doing the two listed below. Hopefully, you got a chance to watch them, if not, then click on the links below to be redirected over to Youtube and check them out.Essence of the Force: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XD3FyJU51kMDeath Star Repairmen: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=abpyt86WqegIn the gaming news segment, I mentioned about THE OLD REPUBLIC, well you can use the link on our sidebar to head over there.Also in our small news segment, I promised you pictures of the Hallmark Christmas Ornaments. Reminder that there is no link on this image. You can head to your nearest Hallmark Gold Crown Stores to pick one, or all, of these up.Lastly, Tom told you about the new novel coming out by Joe Schreiber, Red Harvest. This is going to be a prequel to last year's Death Troopers novel. Below are links to chapter excerpts.Chapter 1: http://starwars.com/media/general/StarWars_RedHarvest_Chap1.pdfChapter 2: http://starwars.com/media/general/StarWars_RedHarvest_Chap2.pdfChapter 3: http://starwars.com/media/general/StarWars_RedHarvest_Chap3.pdfChapter 4: http://starwars.com/media/general/StarWars_RedHarvest_Chap4.pdfSo that's it for this episode. We also made a big announcement, but you will need to listen to the show for that. We hope you enjoy this show, and be looking for our next episode on December 28th. Hmm? Why does that date sound important? I'm sure it will come to me, and you, once you listen to this show.So as always, May the Force be with you!(Show Notes Modified from Original Hosting Site; Original Post Date: 12/3/2010)

Hey there EU fans. Tom and I are back with a full show, Episode 25: "We Couldn't Think of  a Title." On this show we have all of our standard segments and we review the trade paperback, RITE OF PASSAGE.During our email segment, one of our listeners brings up "The Jedi Path" book, which neither Tom or I have yet purchased, but below is a link for you to check it out.http://www.amazon.com/Jedi-Path-Manual-Students-Force/dp/1603800964#reader_1603800964We also mention how a major character from the EU will be joining the animated Clone Wars TV show, to the left is what he will look like. Let's hope George doesn't mess up this character we have all come to love.Here are the books and comics Tom will talk about. Some are out, and the rest, on their way. Also, with the "Lost Tribe of the Sith" PDF, check the Sidebar on our site for the direct link for the download.Now for gaming news, there was a lot released for the MMO, so head on over to THE OLD REPUBLIC news section for the latest updates. Below are some direct links for two videos and the timeline entry for Exar Kun, which is really cool. And if you listen to our complete show, you might want to watch all three.Video 1: http://www.swtor.com/media/trailers/space-combatVideo 2: http://www.swtor.com/media/trailers/mysteries-knights-old-republicTimeline: http://www.swtor.com/info/holonet/timelineAlso in gaming news, I give my thoughts and impressions on THE FORCE UNLEASHED II. This comic strip I found on the XBOX 360 Facebook page, says it all.Well, that's all we have for Episode 25. Be on the lookout for some Escape Pods coming out between now and the end of the year. We will not be having a "standard" show until sometime in January. However the Escape Pods we are planning will have some news, reviews, and hopefully some special guests. And if you have an idea of a fan film you would like reviewed, let us know.May the Force be with you!(Show Notes Modified from Original Hosting Site; Original Post Date: 11/13/2010)

For this Escape Pod, we review the TPB, Darkness. We also have your emails.(Show Notes from Original Hosting Site Removed; Original Post Date: 10/1/2010)

For this Escape Pod, we review the novel, (sigh) The Courtship of Princess Leia.(Show Notes from Original Hosting Site Removed; Original Post Date: 9/24/2010)

For this episode, we review the novel, Tatooine Ghost.(Show Notes from Original Hosting Site Removed; Original Post Date: 9/12/2010)

For this Escape Pod, be are joined by Jamie, our Jedi from the Great White North, as he gives us his second report of the happenings down at Celebration 5.(Show Notes from Original Hosting Site Removed; Original Post Date: 8/16/2010)

For this Escape Pod, be are joined by Jamie, our Jedi from the Great White North, as he gives us his first report of the happenings down at Celebration 5.(Show Notes from Original Hosting Site Removed; Original Post Date: 8/14/2010)

...and here the second part, with the review of Shatterpoint.(Show Notes from Original Hosting Site Removed; Original Post Date: 8/6/2010)

For this episode, we have broken our recording into two parts. For this part we have emails, news, and trivia. The next release will have the review for the novel, Shatterpoint.(Show Notes from Original Hosting Site Removed; Original Post Date: 7/20/2010)

For this Escape Pod, we talk about Star Wars games, mainly the list compiled over at IGN.(Show Notes from Original Hosting Site Removed; Original Post Date: 6/16/2010)

For this Escape Pod, we catch up on our emails.(Show Notes from Original Hosting Site Removed; Original Post Date: 6/1/2010)

For this episode, Tom and I celebrate The Empire Strikes Back 30th birthday, by reviewing the novel and radio drama for Empire. Can anyone say, Blue Yoda?(Show Notes from Original Hosting Site Removed; Original Post Date: 5/21/2010)

For this episode, we review the novel, The Approaching Storm.(Show Notes from Original Hosting Site Removed; Original Post Date: 5/11/2010)

For this Escape Pod, we review the TPB, The Hunt For Aurra Sing.(Show Notes from Original Hosting Site Removed; Original Post Date: 4/18/2010)