I just ran across this excellent video on YouTube. I suggest watching in 720P if your connection can handle it. This music video parody of “Somebody That I Used To Know” sums up the feelings of a good percentage of fans that grew up with Star Wars, including myself. Check it out! Direct link or embedded below
The Star Wars That I Used To Know
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Star Wars Lego Chess Set
I just ran across this excellent Star Wars Lego chess set. It looks like someone made it for the Star Wars Days at Legoland California. The site has an English translation button for those interested in reading more background on the set.
The main gallery is located at http://www.fubiz.net/galleries/set/star-wars-lego-chess/
Check it out!
via Fubiz (original post)