We all know that to build the Death Star would cost in the quadrillions of dollars. I don’t know what it would cost to convert a planet into a superweapon but I can’t imagine that Starkiller Base would be any cheaper to construct. One thing that few talk about is how much it would cost to build and maintain Darth Vader’s suit. Surprisingly, it’s fairly cheap compared to most Imperial construction projects.
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The Sith Who Stole Christmas
Merry Christmas, all! It’s December 25th so it’s actually Christmas Day so don’t get uppity with all this politically correct “Happy Holidays” bullshit. Apart from this post, we’re taking the day off. So enjoy this year’s unofficial Star Wars Christmas special called The Sith Who Stole Christmas. Continue reading
Wednesday Link-Off: Bet On A Winner
She may not have topped Maxim’s Hot 100 list this year but Marisa Miller is a perennial contender. And if she actually rides a Harley, all the better.
Everybody remembers Tim Donaghy, right? Well, the betting system he used while still a ref is doing just fine for him now that he’s unemployed. (Black Sports Online)
It seems as though the Phoenix Coyotes are heading home. The Jet-o-Meter is at 96%. (JetsOwner)
The Preakness is this weekend. The question isn’t if there will be a Triple Crown winner but how the annual running of the portajohns goes. (Bro Bible)
After the jump, Keith Hernandez definitely doesn’t have insomnia, an “only in America” story, and your GPS gives into the dark side. Continue reading
Entertainment Link-Off: Feelin’ Energetic
Comic-Con 2009 is finally here! I will be posting tidbits on a handful of events from the convention very soon and that includes my thoughts on the unaired Dollhouse episode Epitaph One. Meanwhile keep an eye out for the trailer watch. Anyway it’s time for another edition of the Entertainment Link-Off! Sorry for the slight delay in posting this, but I was overwhelmed with nerdism. Headlining this article is BoA, who recently released the music video for her latest single ‘Energetic’ through Entertainment Weekly. The song was also featured in our Lowdown Music Special earlier this year.
After the jump, some funny Harry Potter stuff, brief movie/TV updates, BoA’s new music video and Darth Vader does MC Hammer. Continue reading
The Lowdown 