Ward and his Star Wars Halloween…or something. 1977

By the end of 1977, Star Wars mania was in full effect! Halloween of ’77 must have been mayhem! Ward and friends illustrate that point in this photo. I’m pretty good with descriptions, but an effective description of what’s happening …

Artoo and Batman share a moment before tricks and treats. John 1978

Here’s a rare photo of Batman, and Artoo hanging out before hitting the streets for tricks and treats! Not really, but John does look pretty “comfy” in his Artoo costume.

John remembers “Here’s a photo of the R2-D2 Halloween costume …

The Halloween gang’s all here! And so is Star Wars! Destry 1977

What better time to remember than Halloween! Treats, friends, adventure, treats, mystery, treats! The list goes on and on. It looks like the crew is ready to head out. Little Vader and See-Threepio look especially prepared.…

Steve captures Chewbacca! 1977

You’ve seen Vader! You’ve seen a Stormtrooper! What could possibly come next? Oh…it’s Chewbacca! He looks kinda bummed, I see no crowds, no mobs of kids. Was Chewie late to the party?

Chewie, you were late to Life Day, AND …

Steve captures a Stormtrooper! 1977

Toys R Us is the place where dreams come true? Apparently, as this store appearance is the stuff of dreams! The “guys” of Star Wars show up at your favorite toy store? WOW!!!

Steve comments “Some photos from 9/25/77, the …

Steve snaps a pic of Vader at a store appearance in 1977!

It happens folks! Sometimes things happen that are so awesomely amazing, it defies words! What would YOU do if Vader showed up for an appearance at your favorite store? My head would explode, I’m pretty sure of that!

Steve tells …

See-Threepio and Chewbacca make a public appearance! Steve in 1977

I’m guessing this must be a car show appearance, or at least something similar! Getting to visit with See Threepio at an event like this when I was a kid would have blown my mind! Right in front of Threepio …

John as Vader! That’s all I got… Halloween 1977

It appears that Vader dressed down to put the smack down on his poor victim here! Lord Vader was nice enough to pose with his latest victim. Erm…maybe I’m reading way too much into this photo!…

How about a nice game of Star Wars? Craig 1977

How about a nice game of Star Wars? As long as I can be Luke…NO HAN!…