by generalsjoes | Jun 25, 2014 | 50th Anniversary, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Toys, SDCC
Hasbro’s Public Relations firm has made available the high resolution press photos for the ComicCon 2014 “Danger at the Docks” set. This set begins as an SDCC Exclusive, but then should be available at Toys “R” Us following the debut in San Diego.
I know there has been some confusion about the availability of this set, but as first reported right here on YoJoe, the intention is for this set to be available at Toys “R” Us following its release at SDCC. You can find some images below, including a great shot of some brand new accessories built just for this set!
Thanks as always to Hunter PR for making these images available.
by generalsjoes | Jun 25, 2014 | G.I. Joe
If you attended the G.I. Joe Convention in Dallas this year, you likely took a picture in front of the special “explosion” backdrop that was featured there. What folks may not realize is that this backdrop was fully paid for by a devoted G.I. Joe fan, and the reaction it received has encouraged him to try something new and exciting for JoeCon next year!
The only catch? It’s an expensive proposition and he needs your help to fund it.
Ted has started a Kickstarter campaign to help fund the next Photographic Backdrop for the G.I. Joe Convention! All of the details are on this YoJoe thread, and you can find the Kickstarter campaign right here. He’s not asking for much, so let’s see what we can do to help this get off the ground.
by generalsjoes | Jun 24, 2014 | G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe 3
On the promotional tour for the latest Transformers blockbuster, Lorenzo Di Bonaventura (who also produces the G.I. Joe films) was asked about the current status of G.I. Joe 3 by the folks at Collider. He confirmed earlier rumors from Dwayne Johnson that filming would begin in early 2015, and even more than that, fully put to bed the question of whether or not Jon Chu was returning to direct the third film.
Speaking of the directing efforts, Di Bonaventura said:
“We’re just starting [to talk to directors]. We’re negotiating with a writer right now, and once we close that deal—which should be any moment—then we’ll have a story locked down. I’m really excited about it.”
Interestingly, he also says they’re “negotiating with a writer”. Reports were that Evan Daugherty was writing the treatment, but either that’s changed, or he is being brought back to add some more polish to the script. As far as the shooting schedule goes, the producer says the following:
“G.I. Joe 3 we are trying to get going, starting early next year…I think it’ll be a little later than [January]. I think February or March is probably more realistic. We were originally shooting for January and I think it’s slid a little bit, but you never know. It’s still a little too early to tell yet.”
Again, this aligns with the rumors from Johnson reported several months ago. Speaking of Johnson, Di Bonaventura was quick to mention that he will play a central role in the third G.I. Joe film, but that other cast had yet to be determined. Obviously with the Arashikage symbol so front and center on the movie poster, you know there are some strong ninja elements at play…but it’s curious to see how few other commitments we have yet.
One things for sure, it’s sounding like G.I. Joe’s 51st Anniversary year is sure to be more eventful than his 50th.
Check Collider for full details.
by generalsjoes | Jun 23, 2014 | Boss Fight Studio
The world of action figure Kickstarters is a roller coaster ride, and the Vitruvian H.A.C.K.S. Kickstarter campaign is no different! Today they surged through another milestone stretch goal, breaking $150,000 and unlocking King Leonidas and the Black Racer Gorgon.
Even better is every day we get closer to the $165,000 stretch goal level, and once that level is hit the “All In” funding option becomes a great deal, only getting better as the stretch goals go on.
Along with all of this, they are only 45 backers away from the magic 700, which adds the Amazon to those same levels, and makes the “All In” even better! Keep watching the Vitruvian H.A.C.K.S. Kickstarter and take best advantage of those stretch goals!
by generalsjoes | Jun 23, 2014 | G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Collectors Club
Only one more reveal left, as the G.I. Joe Collectors Club showed off their FSS 3.0 version of the Crimson Guard Immortal today! Based strongly off the concept case version of the character we saw in New Orleans a couple of years ago, this figure has a brand new head sculpt and his classic double rocket launcher.
Keep up with all the latest FSS 3.0 information at GIJoeClub.com and see the image mirrored below.
by generalsjoes | Jun 22, 2014 | Dio-Stories, G.I. Joe
The Dio-Story adventure “Darkness Falls” continues its weekly updates today with the twelfth installment in its action-packed adventure. The G.I. Joe team brings the fight right to Cobra’s front door, much to Claymoore and Skullbuster’s dismay!
Follow the adventures on the Darkness Falls page, or through the link directly below:
by generalsjoes | Jun 22, 2014 | G.I. Joe, Transformers
If there are any G.I. Joe fans following Botcon, you no doubt caught the news of the Transformers Collectors Club revealed their line up for their third Transformers Figure Subscription Service.
Nestled within some other familiar characters was none other than Serpent O.R., a character pulled from the Devis’ Due G.I. Joe Vs. Transformers “The Art of War” series! The Serpent O.rganic R.obot is obviously an homage to the classic Serpentor character from the G.I. Joe mythos.
Images from the slideshow have been posted on TFW2005.com and the resemblance to everyone’s favorite Cobra Emperor is immediately evident in the color scheme. Check out the mirrored image below. Pretty cool homage, I have to say!
Make sure you keep your eyes on the exciting Shout! Factory Streaming Event live from Botcon, and all of the Botcon coverage from Figures.com!
by generalsjoes | Jun 21, 2014 | G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe 2: Retaliation, G.I. Joe: The Movie
When it was first leaked that Duke might pay the ultimate price in G.I. Joe: Retaliation, there was much speculation that this was on the request of Channing Tatum himself. His star had risen dramatically since he appeared in G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, and the prevailing thought was that he didn’t want to be tied down to the second film. However, throughout all the interviews leading up to the film’s debut, he seemed to debunk that thought and said that Duke’s death just made sense within the context of the story.
Many had their doubts.
Turns out those doubts were spot on, as Channing Tatum spoke with Entertainment Weekly to promote 22 Jump Street and confirmed his own distaste for doing sequels in general:
This movie comes pretty quick on the heels of the first one. Do you both avoid sequels?
Tatum:
I try not to do them. I did not want to be in the sequel for
G.I. Joe.
You die almost immediately in it.
Hill: He’s like, “just kill me in the first five minutes”.
Tatum: “Go on without me, I’m good.”
While I have my own internal commentary for an actor that would determine the fate of a childhood cartoon hero to many merely because he doesn’t want to play the role, I think Paramount could have worked around the issue themselves with some creative re-casting.
All that being said, it is interesting to see the truth finally revealed. That would confirm that a Duke resurrection for G.I. Joe 3 (at least with Tatum in the role) isn’t happening. Thanks to Andrew Hall of the G.I. Joe Discussion Group on Facebook for the heads up.
by generalsjoes | Jun 21, 2014 | G.I. Joe
Have you ever wanted your own face on an action figure?! Now’s your chance! All The Cool Stuff is running a great contest to get your own custom head sculpt made by none other than Boss Fight Studio! Check out the contest, follow a few simple steps, and it could be yours!
All The Cool Stuff is a fantastic toy store located in England, who also run the famous Roll Out Roll Call Convention. They are teaming up with Boss Fight Studio in a big way, offering a lucky winner the chance at getting a sculpt of their own head. Check out the full details on the All the Cool Stuff Facebook page!
Then, while you’re thinking about it, drop some coin on the Vitruvian HACKS Kickstarter campaign…
by generalsjoes | Jun 20, 2014 | G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Collectors Club
We nearing the end of the FSS 3.0 reveals as today we see the 10th figure in the 13 figure assortment! Today, the G.I. Joe Collectors Club has revealed Big Ben, and he’s a pretty fantastic looking update. With a new head sculpt by Boss Fight Studios, Big Ben is made up of some great pieces and looks very ’91 authentic.
Check out GIJoeClub.com for the latest FSS 3.0 info, and the Big Ben image is mirrored below.
