D23 EXPO 2019 Superthread - dates announced!

[figment_jii]

For those that want to build a droid, where should we try to be? Reading through the tips on this thread, it sounds like guests should be on the right side for the Cantina and the left side for Savi's, but for the Droid Depot, it is better to be on the left or right or middle? Thanks!

 

[ImDMous]

For those that want to build a droid, where should we try to be? Reading through the tips on this thread, it sounds like guests should be on the right side for the Cantina and the left side for Savi's, but for the Droid Depot, it is better to be on the left or right or middle? Thanks!

Probably middle. Part of our group went there first on our first trip and waited about 20 minutes in line. We had no idea where we were going so if we had looked at a map first and figured it out, we probably could have gotten there much sooner. We were in the 8am group, so I guess the line could get longer during the day as the groups start overlapping. I had fun building though, have a good time!

 

[Mimi2Cam]

We’re here now and our reservation was 8AM-12PM yesterday (6/16). I freely admit that I am not a Star Wars fan but I did watch the trilogy plus one other movie (the title escapes me) so I had a little bit (the tiniest bit) of background.

Anyway, the land didn’t impress me much, but the ride in my opinion was spectacular. My oldest grandson (9) and I were pilots while my daughter and younger grandson (5) were gunners. We didn’t have any engineers, which seemed a little strange, but it didn’t affect our ride in any way. The 9 year old also rode as a single rider afterwards.

But seriously, I thought the ride was amazing. It was really, really fun even though I am the worst at video games. It was far more than that. I thought it was well done and a really unique experience. But other than that, I wasn’t interested in the cantina or making a droid or lightsaber (although if either grandson would have been passionate about getting either one, I could have been convinced.)

We were in SWGE from 10-11 AM after using 8-10 AM to ride Fantasyland rides, including Peter Pan with about a 5 minute wait, which was FANTASTIC.

So this is my bottom line. I originally planned this trip hoping to avoid the SWGE opening but got sucked in to the excitement on the boards. I wasn’t disappointed because I didn’t have much in the way of expectations. I thought it was very cool and maybe I’ll go back someday, but it won’t be a priority.

I do hope that all of you who are passionate and excited are loving it. Have fun!

 

[Lesley Wake]

For those that want to build a droid, where should we try to be? Reading through the tips on this thread, it sounds like guests should be on the right side for the Cantina and the left side for Savi's, but for the Droid Depot, it is better to be on the left or right or middle? Thanks!

Probably middle. Part of our group went there first on our first trip and waited about 20 minutes in line. We had no idea where we were going so if we had looked at a map first and figured it out, we probably could have gotten there much sooner. We were in the 8am group, so I guess the line could get longer during the day as the groups start overlapping. I had fun building though, have a good time!

I would still say to the left side. Droid Depot is right after Savi's. Basically look for the taped line on the ground after you pass the marketplace and wide stairs on your left.

 

[Coffee50]

OMG, YES. YES. YES. YES. YES. YES.

YES to ALL of this. We went yesterday and walked away with, essentially, the same feelings. Where was the music???? I asked the same thing.

Your MF ride review is spot on. The trench run would have been absolutely amazing, but instead we got this random mission that really made no sense.

After visiting the land, I am really wondering if it is going to be as popular as Disney wanted. I just don't see it. It doesn't have a "must do" feeling like all the other lands in the park, for me. Plus, I feel like the media coverage REALLY oversold it. Grown men crying? Really? Not so much. Maybe crying because it isn't what they wanted...

I think ultimately, it will be as popular as Disney wanted.

I think the current issue is, as you mentioned, the media hype & coverage.....but also there's the connection with the way it was presented. The reservation system was put in place for good reason....but I think this added to the grandeur of the land....and expectations.

"One month ago, you had to race to make reservations....so exclusive!" "Reservations we're gone in under 2 hours! You can only stay 4 hours! Not a second more! So thrilling & exciting!

"Then once you're at the park, you must quickly sign in early, get wristbands, we need the names of everyone in your party. ID's, etc."

There was so much prep, so much "showmanship" at just getting IN TO the land. And ALL of this added to the scope, scale & anticipation for all those early visitors. If ANY other land was initially opened like this (in any park), the reaction would most likely be the same.

Even if the land was really good / great......all that prep played out like there was no other theme entertainment like this in the world.....which, no how much marketing is done.....will never be true.

All that being said, once the facade wears off & Rise of the Resistance opens (reportedly to be one of the most impressive Disney attractions to date).....I think Disney has one of its most popular lands on it hands.

If you look at Galaxy's Edge as a PART of a Disneyland trip to the park & not the only reason for going it will settle into it's place as must do for most guest when they are there.

 

[DLgal]

Also, blue milk isn't really that blue.

I am looking at the photo I took yesterday and a still from the movie and it's the same shade of blue. I think the photos people are sharing on social media as well as Disney's official photos are filtered to make it look brighter. The "green" milk in reality is a pale yellow.

 

[DLgal]

The A-Wing first appeared in ROTJ in the Battle of Endor. It was the ship that crashed into the bridge of the Super Star Destroyer. Just important details serious fans should know

Nice try, but the A wing on display in SW land is the new version, first seen in the newer episodes. It is not an A wing of the original trilogy design.

 

[pharmama]

But the Clone Wars take place prior to the original trilogy?

 

[HeatherAnn23]

Sooooo, has anyone managed Oga’s and making a droid? Have the droid backpacks shown back up yet? We will be there Wednesday at 8am and fine tuning strategy!

 

[theluckyrabbit]

We visited SWGE opening weekend arriving 5/31 and leaving 6/5. We just lucked into opening weekend with the ideal low crowds having booked our 20th anniversary trip for DL before opening dates were announced. As it was only our 2nd DL visit ever, we didn't notice the special edition SWGE DL maps until the 3rd day of the opening. After that we started snagging a couple each time we passed them, and so we came home with a small stack to share with our disboard friends. If you would like a map, please PM me with your address.

Thank you for helping to make the magic for other DISers!

 

[TikiTikiFan]

Anyone else patiently stalking this thread waiting for the day reservations are over?

We’re coming early August and I’m going nuts not knowing what will happen when the reservation period ends!

Especially making all our dining reservations on a guess on how long we’ll be in the land and so on. Our goal is to devote two full mornings to it so hopefully that’ll be enough to get into Oga’s and Savi’s!

 

[BecAus]

>>>Anyone else patiently stalking this thread waiting for the day reservations are over?<<<

I am!!!!
Whist we are not really interested in SW:GE at all I am waiting to see what will happen crowd-wise after the 24th. We will be there 8th - 10th July. 'Is It Packed' calendar originally had all three days as 'Yup, It's Packed' but they've now changed the Monday / Tuesday to the highest crowd rating of 'Forget About It'! Our dates are not negotiable so we will just make the best of it. We are onsite at the GCH villas.
If we can get into the land without a huge wait then we will probably swing by for a look. My husband might ride the Falcon (SR), the ride doesn't look like my sort of thing - I don't do Star Tours, Space Mtn etc..
I would like to see the Cantina but my husband won't be interested in a long wait so we'll just wait and see how that all pans out after the 24th.
I have a bit of a plan in mind and will review and adjust once I see how the crowds are after the reservation period and then just go with the flow. I have reservations for lunch and dinner most of the days and a long list of 'treats' to get through outside of that : )

 

[theluckyrabbit]

... I'll go back to SW land for more Ronto wraps...

You're not alone. I think a lot of people will be visiting for the Ronto Wraps!

 

[alvernon90]

But the Clone Wars take place prior to the original trilogy?

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[Gaugersaurus]

Nice try, but the A wing on display in SW land is the new version, first seen in the newer episodes. It is not an A wing of the original trilogy design.

You're correct the A wing in SWGE is the new resistance design but that's not what you stated in your original reply about it being a clone wars era ship (which it's not). Also based off your argument the Falcon is not a classic ship either as it is the design that is seen in the newer episodes not the original trilogy.

This brings me back to the original point I was trying to make that people going into SWGE to live in or see stuff pulled straight from the Original Trilogy will be dissatisfied as Disney has always stated the land is themed after the new trilogy so all ships/characters/etc will be the new style. Which is why I think SWGE doesn't live up to the hype for some and when compared to HP will always lose because it was only inspired by Star Wars not a location pulled straight out of the source material.

 

[DLgal]

You're correct the A wing in SWGE is the new resistance design but that's not what you stated in your original reply about it being a clone wars era ship (which it's not). Also based off your argument the Falcon is not a classic ship either as it is the design that is seen in the newer episodes not the original trilogy.

This brings me back to the original point I was trying to make that people going into SWGE to live in or see stuff pulled straight from the Original Trilogy will be dissatisfied as Disney has always stated the land is themed after the new trilogy so all ships/characters/etc will be the new style. Which is why I think SWGE doesn't live up to the hype for some and when compared to HP will always lose because it was only inspired by Star Wars not a location pulled straight out of the source material.

The clone wars reference was me misunderstanding something my husband tried to explain to me. He was going into WAY too much detail and said that the A wing ship was created during the clone wars, which, yes, took place before the original trilogy. This was a backstory explanation that I misunderstood. It was a nerdy "actually" type explanation when I asked him about the A wing and when it first appeared in the SW universe. I pointed at the ship in the land and said "are you going to take a picture of that?" and his response was "no, that's not the A wing I like." Then, he started rattling stuff off about it, because I asked what he meant. See...I'm not really a good SW fan. I obviously don't pay enough attention to these things.

 

[lurkergirl]

The Sorcerer RSP emails went out, along with the merchandise links. I'm not linking them, but it's not very difficult to find.
It's a very eclectic collection of stuff - probably reflecting the larger scope of the Expo itself.

 

[pharmama]

Edit: This is not the post you're looking for...

 

[OhioStateBuckeye]

https://d23.com/disney-channel-stars-at-d23-expo-2019/
Sadly, no David Tennant appearance for duck tales.

I am intrigued by the mention of a Kermit the frog appearance.

 

[LizzyS]

Anyone else patiently stalking this thread waiting for the day reservations are over?

We’re coming early August and I’m going nuts not knowing what will happen when the reservation period ends!

Especially making all our dining reservations on a guess on how long we’ll be in the land and so on. Our goal is to devote two full mornings to it so hopefully that’ll be enough to get into Oga’s and Savi’s!

Yes! The sad part for me is that I'm trying to decide when I'm coming back to DLR *next year* and I am waiting in anticipation to see how things pan out without the reservations.