The long awaited sequel to the original Star Wars trilogy—Star Wars: Episode VII – The Force Awakens won’t hit theaters until December 18, 2015. But if you’re among one of the millions of fans worldwide who helped the movie break records on ticket pre-sales this past fall, we’ve got some great gift ideas to help quench your thirst for all things Star Wars this holiday season. Here are 5 gifts to treat your inner Jedi before the movie hits theaters this December.
#1 Star Wars Themed Luggage by American Tourister
If you’re traveling this holiday season, there’s probably no better way to show off your love for “the Empire” than with this Star Wars Storm Trooper Suitcase by American Tourister. This particular model stands 28 inches tall, and is equipped with those ultra-convenient spinner wheels that make hauling luggage through the airport a breeze. Whether you prefer the adorkable R2D2, or the menacing Darth Vader, American Tourister has the luggage your kids will need to roll into your parent’s driveway Star Wars style.
#2 Millennium Falcon Model Kit
Relive the historic Battle of Yavin, where Han Solo and his Wookie co-pilot rescued Luke Skywalker from a squadron of TIE fighters ultimately allowing him to deliver the final shot that set the Death Star ablaze in Star Wars Episode IV: A New Hope. It was as much a monumental moment for special effects in movie-making history, as it was for the childhoods of fans the world over. What better way is there to celebrate Harrison Ford’s reprisal of his role as an older Han Solo this December, than by giving your favorite little Star Wars fan a Millennium Falcon of their own? Complete with movable parts, action sounds and lights, it’s a great way to get the kids as pumped up for the new movie as you are.
#3 X-Wing Fighter Model Kit
Speaking of the Battle of Yavin, Luke Skywalker was piloting his iconic Rebel X-Wing Fighter when he delivered the final blow to the Death Star’s thermal exhaust port, which triggered the chain reaction that would lead to the first film’s explosive climax. While he’s yet to make a visual appearance in any of the trailers, Mark Hamill will also be returning to Star Wars this December, and if you’re a Luke fan gifting this model of an X-Wing Fighter is a great way to introduce some of the magic of the original to your kids.
#4 TIE Fighter
If you’re more of a fan of the “Dark Side” why not give the gift of a squadron of TIE Fighters this holiday season. Named for their Twin Ion Engines, these iconic starfighters comprise the main force of the Empire’s aerial armada. Fun fact, the TIE Fighter’s iconic terrifying screech was created by combining the call of an elephant with the sound of a car driving over a wet road. Like the other model’s in Revell’s SnapTite Build and Play kits, this TIE Fighter comes complete with iconic sound, opening cockpits and flashing lights.
#5 Star Wars Special Edition Notebook
If Kylo Ren had a laptop it might look something like HP’s 15-an050nr Star Wars Special Edition Notebook—sleek, gunmetal black with a sinister red backlit keyboard. A real treat for Star Wars fans of all ages, HP released this special edition notebook specifically for fans of the upcoming film. The notebook comes preloaded with an impressive suite of goodies that’s sure to impress diehard fans—including over 1,100 images of concept art, behind-the-scenes photos, storyboards and set designs, Star Wars sound schemes and wallpapers for Windows, and the first Marvel Star Wars comic in the series, among other treats. You’ll be the envy of the crowd when you fire up your powerful Star Wars Special Edition Notebook while waiting in line for The Force Awakens this December.
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