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The Star Wars Philippines Holocron
| Tuesday, November 16, 2004 |
Thanks to everyone who joined us last Saturday to watch "The
Incredibles", and everyone who dropped by to say hello. =)
Aids
Oneal
Rej
Vicoy
Earl
Ricky
Hec
Marga
Kate
Renzie
Mean
AJ
Abbey
Edwin
Gary
Meann
Oh yeah, there *was* no trailer with The Incredibles, but Hard Rock
kindly allowed us to show the trailer through their projector, so in
a sense, we did see it on the big screen. Heeeheeee. =D Thanks,
Mean. :)
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Well, the teaser trailer didn't appear on "The Incredibles" as expected, but our Bothan Spies say that it will be attached to "The Polar Express" instead. "The Polar Express" hits Philippine theaters on November 24.
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| Friday, November 05, 2004 |
Teaser Trailer Friday!
The teaser trailer for Revenge of the Sith debuted on Philippine TV this morning at Channel 7's "Unang Hirit". Awesome. Simply awesome.
It'll also be bundled with "The Incredibles", which starts showing November 10. :)
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| Tuesday, November 02, 2004 |
October 2, 2004 - General Assembly at SWP HQ attended by:
Meann
Gary
Earl
Michael
Ricky
Rain
Ray-ann
Alan
Mardon
Hector
Rej
Vicoy
Borgs
Oneal
Azrael
Paolo J.
Agenda: Mos Eisley Night
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| Wednesday, September 22, 2004 |
September 11:
Jedi Council meeting with Mellow Touch representative
September 21:
Meeting with Hard Rock Cafe for finalization of Mos Eisley Night details.
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Preparations are underway for the establishment of the 501st Legion Philippine Outpost. The prospective members are out to finish their costumes, hopefully in about a month's time, and the resident webmaster is trying to complete the website, while the resident artist is designing a logo. There is also a move to establish a chapter of the Rebel Legion.
Negotiations are also ongoing for The Return of Mos Eisley Night. The prospects are bright, and hopefully, the event will be staged by the time the Original Trilogy DVD is selling like Jawa Juice on a hot Tatooine afternoon. =p
The Toytroopers have also selected their diorama assignments for the One Force Exhibit being planned for the 3rd Philippine Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention.
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Recent topics on the mailing list: Bringing Balance to the Force, R4-P17, Post ROTJ Movie rumours, and the 501st and Rebel Legion Local Chapter formation.
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Notes on the Brainstorming Session, July 10, 2004
Meeting: Brainstorming Session for SWP Activities
Venue: A Starbuck's in a Megamall far, far away...
Date: July 10, 2004, from 2PM to 7PM
Attendees: Azrael, Burt, Gary, Hector, Manny, Mardon, Meanne, Oneal, Paolo
J, Rain, Rej (alphabetical order yan, ha)
EDIT: plus Ricky and Aids
Brainstorming Meeting Notes:
The group came out with a few ideas for SFCON THREE. These were -
1. SFCON THREE venues. At the top of the list for SFCON THREE venues is
MegaTrade and the Glorietta Activity Center. Locations within Metro Manila
were also discussed, and almost all were discarded, as either being too far,
too inaccessible, too crowded, too unsafe, or not enough foot-traffic (this
included the south area - Alabang, Sucat, etc., Manila, and Metro Manila
north). This left the following venues: MegaTrade, Cubao Expo, Glorietta,
and Rockwell. There was also concerns about doing the venue in an
open-space type location (such as in the second convention) - since many of
the members want to cosplay, being out in the hot sun was not thought of as
a good thing. Still waiting for more input.
2. Cosplay. Important for SFCON THREE is cosplay. In fact, all personnel
assigned to do official duties will be required to be in costume. Again,
waiting for more input.
EDIT: I'm getting a quote by next week for Jedi robes from Madam Malkin's
Robes for All Occasions. (haha!)
3. College Orchestra. It was suggested that an orchestral band be
scheduled to perform at SFCON THREE. At the top of the list is the UP
Orchestra.
EDIT: Other groups are being considered. More suggestions/contacts
welcome. =)
4. Campus/Mall Tour. It was suggested that either a campus tour or mall
tour be organized to promote SFCON THREE.
EDIT: The initial idea is a campus art exhibit tour. Again, suggestions
are welcome. =)
5. Affiliation to an official org. It was suggested that we can attract
more attendees if we put in all our marketing collateral that we were
affiliated to an official international fan org. FanForce, perhaps.
EDIT: We already are, so that's an advantage. =) Working on further
connections. =)
6. Affiliation with trade organizations. The idea to be affiliated with
DFA or something was brought up as a good way to have our event become part
of the official list of events of DFA. However, it was countered by the
idea that DFA would not want to have the con as part of the National
Program, since it is not a Filipiniana event. The alternative was that we
should be affiliated with industry trade groups, and they can make SFCON
THREE a part of their annual program, such as hotel associations, travel
agency associations and the like.
7. Fliers and FAQs. It was also suggested that articles, fliers and FAQs
be sent to local and international fan publications, as well as local
papers, via the net. Whether anything comes of it or not is not that
important, since the effort is minimal. If it does get published, well and
good. If not, then nothing much is lost. Such articles will be good to
drum up some support for SFCON THREE. Timing may therefore be important.
8. Battle of the Brains. We can partner with LG and conduct a "battle of
the brains" type contest at SFCON THREE.
9. Games. Video games can be put up at SFCON THREE, or perhaps even card
games or RPG games. Perhaps AEGIS can be tapped for this.
10. FanForce Announcement. We should request FanForce to announce SFCON
THREE.
Non-Con Activities
Other activities were also discussed that were not related to the
convention, but rather just regular SWP events. These were:
1. A screening of the first trilogy (Episode 4, Empire, ROTJ). Notable here
were the venue of the screening. THX in Mile-Long was thought of a viable
venue, and there were a few facts covered - that THX requires 400 patrons,
that the amount necessary to screen 1 movie once is P25,000 (which includes
the movie license fee). The verdict is still out as other ideas are still
being solicited.
2. Mos Eisley night.
3. Tournament. A group-wide game tournament should be conducted, and members
can use their points for this. The council will announce developments on
this as they happen.
4. Member Kit. The SWP member kit is still in the works. The production of
the IDs were stalled because of some printing problems. But the council
will announce developments on this as they happen.
5. Mini-Eyeball. It was suggested that a mini-eyeball be organized, but
with everyone in costume (such as going to a regular movie screening with
everyone in costume).
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Thanks to Burt for transcribing the minutes!
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June 26 - Volunteers' Assembly for the 3rd Philippine Toys and Collectibles Convention, attended by Meann, Gary, Oneal, Rej, Ricky, Hector, Burt, Ruth, Emil
June 27 - 3rd Philippine Toys and Collectibles Convention, Megatrade Hall 3
July 3 - New Worlds Alliance meeting
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Preparations are ongoing for the 3rd Philippine Toys and Collectibles Convention. Sunday, 27 June 2004, 10AM-9PM, SM Megatrade Hall 3, SM Megamall Ortigas. :) See you there! :)
For more info, visit: www.toyconph.tk
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As of yesterday, 365 days to go until Episode III!!!!!
And we think it isn't going to be a long wait at all.
The New Worlds Episode III campaign begins....
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April 5, 2004 - Star Wars Philippines 2nd Anniversary and Lucasfilm announcement that the worldwide release date for "Star Wars: Episode III" is May 19, 2005.
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| Wednesday, March 24, 2004 |
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Clone Wars Season 2, coming March 29 on Cartoon Network.
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General Assembly - March 13 - Starbucks @ Podium
Az
Hec
Oneal
Rain
Ricky
Rej
Gabe
Earl
Mardon
MC
Aids
Joran
Meann
and newbie, John! :)
John gets an extra 100 merit points for attending his first assembly, while Rej gets 100 recruitment credits. :) Ricky gets 700 JC prerogative points for errrr... basta. Heheh.
Some of the things that were discussed during the assembly:
1) The Original Trilogy Marathon - we're planning an original trilogy marathon sometime in May. Watch out for more detailed posts regarding that. :)
2) SWP Summer Outing and 2nd Anniversary Celebration - we will be merging these 2 events together. :) We hope you guys will join the summer outing at Cabangan, Zambales tentatively scheduled for April 16-18. Please check your calendars and block out those dates, file your leaves, plan your summer wardrobe, etc. etc. :) Joran will post more details about that later on. :)
3) Oneal and Degs' Secret Trip to Skywalker Ranch, which ain't so secret anymore. Heheh. Oneal told us they were able to meet with LFL main marketing man, Steve Sansweet, and some of the Filipinos working for the company. They also go a tour of the place. I think I'll leave Oneal or Degs to tell you guys more about what happened. :) You can also visit
Degs' website to see some of the pics: http://www.degsonlinetoystore.ph .
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| Wednesday, March 03, 2004 |
| Monday, February 09, 2004 |
January 17-18 - "A Long Expected Party - The 2nd Philippine Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention"
February 8 - General Assembly
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| Saturday, January 03, 2004 |
FANFORCE PHILIPPINES: The Year End Report
If Master Archivist Jocasta Nu faithfully recorded every detail of this past year for Fanforce Philippines, her accounts would take up a whole volume in the Jedi Archives. For a fledgling group that has been in existence for just a little over a year, Star Wars
Philippines (SWP) has done a lot to bring Filipino Starwoids together.
The year 2003 started with a perceptible bang when we were approached by (surprise, surprise), Via Astris - The Star Trek Club of the Philippines. Their Captain sought an audience with our Jedi Council to discuss plans for the 1st Philippine Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention. This unlikely tandem helped to bring about the New Worlds Alliance, a network of local fangroups that also include The
Philippine Tolkien Society, Pinoy Harry Potter, Pinoy Slayers (Buffy the Vampire Slayer and Angel), Pinoy X-Philes, The Talon (Smallville), Matrix Philippines, and Pinoy Fremen (Frank Herbert's Dune).
The first two months of the year were then spent preparing for this momentous event in Filipino fandom. There were countless volunteer meetings, brainstorming sessions, and even occassional media appearances and interviews.
On March 12, 2003, at "New Worlds - The 1st Philippine Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention", Star Wars Philippines rocked the fandom by introducing two unforgettable performance groups: The Stormballs - The Ultimate Sci-fi Fantasy, and the Saber Suicide Squad. Amidst squeals, screams, gasps, and laughter, SWP's parody of Stormtroopers doing the Full Monty, danced their way into the hearts
of local fans. This initial performance would mark the start of a year of event appearances, newspaper writeups, and even their very own website (http://www.stormballs.tk). Likewise, the Saber Suicide Squad, SWP's lightsaber fight demo team, impressed the fans with their well-choreographed fight sequences complete with sound effects.
To celebrate its first year in existence, Star Wars Philippines held its 1st Anniversary Party on April 5, 2003, exactly one year to the day it was first established at Yahoogroups.
The 1st Out of Town trip to Cabangan, Zambales, on May 17 and 18, placed the Starwoids in a totally different setting, and served to establish a different level of friendship among those who attended.
To encourage the other members to become active and participate in activities and in forum and mailing list discussions, the SWP Jedi Council initiated a Merit Point System. Members earn merits for attending assemblies, for volunteering during activities, for coming to events in costume, for contributing to the website, posting in the forums and mailing lists, or for joining group contests. Their merit points allow them to move up the ranks of the SWP Hierarchy.
The Stormballs made their second public appearance on June 21 at the 2nd Philippine Toys and Collectibles Convention, halting sales and trading, and generally causing quite a stir among the attendees.
Many of the talented members of Star Wars Philippines are part of their own bands, and it has long been their dream to put together an event incorporating Star Wars and music. Through the initiative of Fanforce Chapter rep Adrian Arcega and local geek event master Azrael Coladilla, "Mos Eisley Night" came into fruition last August 31 at the Millenia Cafe. Featuring fanfilm screenings, fan art exhibits, Star Wars merchandise, fans in costume, and performances by the country's most promising emergent bands, this event was attended by Star Wars fans, music lovers, and allies from other Filipino fangroups.
Sometime during the planning stages for "Mos Eisley Night", the Council decided to implement the optional Premium Membership for all existing and new sign-ups. This is to help fund the different activities that the group will be involved in. Premium Members are of course entitled to special privileges during events, library privileges, merchandise discounts, and more.
On October 18, during the We Are Anime Cosplay Party, The Stormballs once again made their presence felt in the cosplay and convention circuit with another well-received performance, at the same time promoting their website and the upcoming premiere of "Star Wars: Clone Wars" on Cartoon Network.
Halloween is THE holiday for fandoms, as it is a good excuse to wear costumes! Star Wars Philippines, along with the other members of the New Worlds Alliance celebrated Halloween in their own way on the night of October 31 with a costume contest, games, food, and fun!
On November 17, SWP was invited by Dream Satellite TV and Star Movies to discuss the possibility of collaborating on an event to celebrate the exclusive Asian Television Premiere of "Star Wars Episode II: Attack of the Clones" on Star Movies.
November 19 marked the first shooting day for SWP's very own fanfilm, "Star Wars: Checkmate". Using just basic filmmaking materials, director Gary Mayoralgo led the cast and crew through a sequence of shots that will be used for the fanfilm's trailer,
scheduled to make its debut during "Mos Eisley Night Strikes Back". A second shooting day was then held a few days later on November 22, after a group General Assembly. Shooting for the trailer wrapped up that evening, and plans for editing were then scheduled.
The idea for a 1st Philippine Star Wars Convention was brought up during the first meeting with Dream Satellite TV and Star Movies on November 25. Initial plans and suggestions were studied and the partnership between the three organizations was formalized during this meeting.
Amidst planning for the 1st Philippine Star Wars Convention, Mos Eisley Night struck back on November 29, also at Millenia Cafe. This time, four new bands regaled the audience with their performances, and everyone had fun participating in trivia contests, and watching the Stormballs! The trailer for "Star Wars: Checkmate" also debuted during this event.
A series of meetings, planning sessions, and assemblies followed, in preparation for SWP's biggest event to date.
Member volunteers roamed the Alabang Town Center Mall on December 14, giving away flyers advertising the event.
On December 15, Dream Satellite TV and Star Movies hosted a Press Luncheon to formally announce the 1st Philippine Star Wars Convention to the media. After this, press releases were printed in different newspapers, and footage from the Press Luncheon was aired on Dream Satellite TV's channels.
The 1st Philippine Star Wars Convention formally opened with the inauguration of the Star Wars Fan Art Exhibit on December 18, at the Cinema Lobby of the Alabang Town Center Mall. The Exhibit featured the works of well-known Filipino names in the international comic book industry, and promising artists who also happen to be big Star Wars fans.
On December 20, younger convention attendees eagerly enrolled in the Jedi Academy, were they underwent a series of tests of their Force abilities. After completing the tests, they were rewarded with exclusive merchandise from Star Movies, a diploma, and a photo session with Master Yoda! Collectors were treated to a wide selection of merchandise courtesy of The Hobby Shop, Collectibles Unlimited, and SWP Master Toy-darian, Ryan de Guia's Toy Store. Fans also learned collecting basics through a seminar entitled "Bounty Hunting: On Star Wars Collecting", given by SWP member and collecting enthusiast, Borgs Segovia. Other attendees got a glimpse of how "Attack of the Clones" must have been made, as members of Furball
Productions talked about "The Power of Pixels", an introduction to Digital Filmmaking. Artist Lyndon Gregorio of "Beerkada" fame graced the event and obliged attendees by drawing Star Wars caricatures. The braver fans also had Star Wars symbols and characters tattooed on them by henna artists.
The kids were out in full force on December 21, as more of them participated in the Jedi Academy. Three budding young artists made their mark during the "Create Your Own Jedi" On-the-spot Art Contest, while comics fans were treated to an art demonstration by Ariel Atienza and Ryan Orosco. Several lucky attendees won Star Wars posters and Timezone Powercards during the trivia game held at the
convention area. The Saber Suicide Squad later impressed the audience with their show of swordsmanship. Fans interacted with fellow fans as they mingled to talk about merchandising, the artworks, lightsabers, and even about the fanfilms which were being screened.
Despite the short preparation period and relatively small manpower, the 1st Philippine Star Wars Convention was a success. It is the most appropriate way to end a year where friendships were formed, alliances were strengthened, milestones were achieved, lessons learned, and Rachel and Gary joined the Jedi Council.
As we look forward to another year, The 2nd Philippine Science Fiction and Fantasy Convention in January, and to the big event in 2005, may we all remember that although it is the Force and love of the saga that brought us all together, it is friendship that binds Star Wars Philippines as a group, and makes it what it is today.
On behalf of the Star Wars Philippines Jedi Council, I thank you all for a wonderful year, and for helping to make the dream of Fanforce Philippines come true. Have a blessed and prosperous new year, everyone. I think the Ewoks have taken care of the party preparations. If that's the case, then only one thing's for sure... it will be FUN. :)
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December 28 - Master Aids helps out Star Movies and Cablelink by serving as Jedi-in-costume for another "Episode 2" event at Festival Mall in Alabang
December 31 - Asian Television Premiere of "Star Wars Episode 2: Attack of the Clones" on Star Movies
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