by generalsjoes | Oct 21, 2010 | Customs, G.I. Joe, Kick Ass Custom
You know, to be honest, I could put nearly every one of Jin’s customs on this page and not feel guilty about it. Dude does some amazing work. But once in a great while… holy wow.
This time he took one of the recently released Iron Man 2 Combat Drones, smashed it together with a 25th Anniversary B.A.T., added some paint and flair, and…again… holy wow. Showcased on HissTank.com, this is one nasty version of the Cobra Battle Android Trooper, and this is coming from a guy who doesn’t even like the B.A.T.s all that much.
Check out Jin’s page right here, and some mirrored images below.
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by generalsjoes | Oct 11, 2010 | Customs, Dio-Stories, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe 25th Anniversary
I’ve covered the awesome guys from TS118 plenty of times in the past…and they’ve given me good reason to do so. They do some absolutely awesome work. A big thanks to GlenMarc (Flash) once again for putting us in the loop for one of their latest projects…another Dynamic Modular Diorama, entitled “Operation: Snake Rising”. Here are some notes:
– Inspired by oriental movies and ninja-themed displays.
– Displayed last weekend October 2-3, 2010 at the Robinson’s Place Manila Mall (Philippines) in celebration of Collecticon 2010, organized by Hobbiworx and PinoyToyKolektors (PTK).
– Brought to you by the same team that came up with O: Shock and Awe, O: Killzone, O: Forced Entry, O: Gothic Serpent, O: Sidewinder Verde, O: Grayia Seize-r, and O: Ivory Blanket…the Philippines only local 3 3/4 (1:18) Joe online community..TS118
– This diorama changes display every three to four hours. It is the first of its kind in the Philippines for action figures (regardless of scale). We dubbed it as a “dynamic modular diorama” or DMD. In this case, it is called Dynamic Modular DOJO-rama.
– Took 3 weekends of preparation and actual dio-work to complete (figures/structures/vehicles). Mostly done on Saturdays only.
– Collaboration done by at least 8-10 members (builders, pledgers/financiers, consultants, etc.).
– Dojo panels allowed the team to display it as U-shaped to show dojo interior, or in a straight line to simulate the dojo facade.
– Featured GI Joe customs in 25A body (Slice, Dice, Jinx DDP, unmasked SS & SE) plus hidden mickeys (Deadpool Sensei, Kakashi Sensei, Deathstroke, Rha’s Al Ghul, and a tribute to the legend…BRUCE LEE).
They also have a dedicated Photobucket album here, and I’ve mirrored a number of the awesome images below:
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Along with all of this, they’ve posted some videos of set up, too…I’ll embed all of those after the jump.
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by generalsjoes | Oct 7, 2010 | Customs, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Toys, Kick Ass Custom, Pursuit of COBRA
Ya know, I haven’t posted one of these in a while… I’ve seen plenty of awesome customs around, but just didn’t get a chance to post them up. But this PoC Kamakura from HissTank member Mythic has prompted me to change that tune.
My recent review of the Pursuit of Cobra Jungle Assault Snake Eyes left me thinking that there were absolutely zero redeeming qualities about that battle-action Snake Eyes figure. Well, Mythic has proven me completely and totally wrong. This Kamakura is amazing.
Check it out here and some of the images are mirrored below.
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by generalsjoes | Aug 9, 2010 | 12" Scale, Customs, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Toys, G.I. Joe: Resolute, Kick Ass Custom
A little while ago I put some focus on a very cool 12″ Resolute Snake Eyes. Well, the guy who made it was selling it, and GeneralsJoes contributor Hawkwinter got his hands on it! Following, you can see his thoughts on this impressive looking custom of the coolest Snake Eyes figure evah!
This is a custom 12” Resolute Snake Eyes made by Toyphilia. (E-Bay seller name)
This stunning and incredibly accurate version of Snake Eyes was made using the Marvel Icons Punisher figure as a base. Resolute Snake Eyes detail was then added by adding epoxy putty and some attention to detail sculpting. Figure was then air brushed and hand-painted.
The big draw for someone like me is not only that this is based on the awesome Resolute version of Snake Eyes but that it’s exactly like the 3 3/4” figure just larger. I generally do not like the 12” figures as I find their clothes awkward looking and they just don’t look as cool as the 3 3/4” figures. Well this one does.
Now if only there were a matching Storm Shadow…….
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by generalsjoes | Aug 5, 2010 | Customs, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Toys, Pursuit of COBRA, Sigma 6 (8" Scale)
When it comes to Mechs and the G.I. Joe universe, I would imagine most folks are either for them or against them. Either you can accept them into your current universe, or they are simply too futuristic and science fiction for you.
Well, I think it’s safe to say Werecat of JoeSightings and JoeBattleLines accepts them. In fact, using the Steel Marauder as well as the awesome Sigma 6 Iron Hammer, he has built a squad of mechs, each utilizing some different weaponry with some different specialties. There are some really awesome combinations here!
Check out the original thread on JoeBattleLines, and I’ve also mirrored some images below. I loved the Mechs anyway, but seeing this squad of them makes them even cooler…some great ideas here.
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by generalsjoes | Jul 29, 2010 | Customs, G.I. Joe, Kick Ass Custom
The guys over at JoeBattleLines recently held a custom contest encouraging folks to think “outside the box”. The rules were a bit different…folks signed up for the contest, and THEN were told which character they were doing a custom of. The results were unique to say the least, though every entry was fantastic.
As part of the prize for winning the contest, I promised to feature the first place winner here on GeneralsJoes, and I’m happy to do it.
The winner of the contest is Yoho Joe, with his entry the “Wild West Storm Shadow” and it certainly exemplifies thinking “outside the box”. Check out the mirrored images below:
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To see some more information on this great custom, definitely check out YoHo Joe’s Workshop, and to see all the great “Outside the Box” contest entries, hit up JoeBattleLines.com.
