by generalsjoes | Sep 2, 2015 | 50th Anniversary, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Toys
We started down this road on Monday and we keep plowing ahead. Today I offer FOUR new reviews of recently released 50th Anniversary figures!
The Troop Build Up pack with Steel Brigade Trooper and Iron Grenadier, as well as the Hunt for COBRA Commander with Shipwreck and the big kahuna himself.
Check out these reviews on my 50th Anniversary Review Page, or via the direct links below.
Enjoy!
by generalsjoes | Sep 1, 2015 | 50th Anniversary, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Toys
While I admit to not being all that excited about the unreleased concept art Blowtorch and Python Patrol Croc Master, I’m glad to see that many collectors who desired those two figures are being satisfied.
Do a pair of new paint deco’s make up for any shortcomings from 25th Anniversary era figure builds? Check out my 50th Anniversary Review Page or click the links below to see for yourself!
by generalsjoes | Aug 31, 2015 | 50th Anniversary, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Toys
Lots of folks have been asking when I’m going to get the 50th Anniversary reviews under way… consider today the day!
First and foremost I’m tackling the Silent Strike boxed set featuring the Skystriker w/ Capt. Ace & Sightline vs. the COBRA HISS w/ HISS Driver and HISS Gunner.
This set is available right now from Big Bad Toy Store, and was one of my most anticipated 50th Anniversary items. So did it live up to expectations?
Find out on my 50th Anniversary Review Page, or click the links below directly.
by generalsjoes | Aug 29, 2015 | G.I. Joe, Podcasts
Over on the Official Loyal Subjects Facebook group, a great selection of new press images has been revealed for upcoming G.I. Joe product and it looks insanely cool. A great mixture of vinyl style and articulation (with removable accessories to boot!) this looks like a pretty huge step forward in the vinyl figure concept.
They also showed images of the FANG (with rotating copter blades) and the Watchtower (with rotating gun and movable spotlight). These mini accessories can actually fit the figures! Pretty crazy looking stuff.
Check out the images below, and keep watching TheLoyalSubjects.com and the Loyal Subjects Facebook Group for the latest info! Also, the NerdRAHtio podcast posted an interview with Loyal Subjects designer Joe Allard recently, you should absolutely check that out, too.
by generalsjoes | Aug 29, 2015 | Boss Fight Studio, Other Toys
Being the big fan of Boss Fight Studio that I am, I’ve been eagerly anticipating some new images of the upcoming Vitruvian HACKS figures, and this morning we all received a nice Kickstarter update surprise!
Fresh from the factory, they’ve posted some great images of the First Shots of their upcoming releases, which they can sample, test, and make suggested changes for. The process is cruising right along and this will be a big step out of the way!
I can’t wait to get these bad boys in hand. Check out the images below. The detail on these figures is incredible. Look at those snakes in Stheno’s hair. Wowzers.
Kickstarter Update:
| Hey Boss-Figthers!
We thought we’d give you guys a look at an exciting part of the process that’s rarely seen by consumers. Below is a gallery of the first shot samples of Vitruvian H.A.C.K.S. These are some of the very first samples out of the molds, and while they’re shot in random colors, and look a little rough right now, we’re exceptionally pleased with the level of detail that came through! The fit and function issues will get there in short order through a detailed comments process. We’ll have more polished samples (and better pics!) soon, but until then, please enjoy!
(PS: There’s a couple Marauder Task Force figures and accessories in there for scale reference and fun!) |
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by generalsjoes | Aug 28, 2015 | G.I. Joe
Hello everyone! I hope you’ve been having an enjoyable summer. We’ve been staying busy here, getting new product ready for you. See below for some of our newest additions.
It’s free GI JOE comic book time again! From now through the end of September, for every $25 in merchandise ordered you will receive a free, random GI JOE comic book (our choice). To qualify, your order must contain at least one GI JOE-branded item.
Small Joes buys GI JOE, 1:18 scale military, and other collections. If you are thinking about selling please contact them through the customer service form on the website.
Small Joes has recently added over 600 vintage GI JOE figures and vehicles 1982 – 1994. 99% of their listings in the vintage category are complete and in excellent condition (any exceptions noted on product page).
Small Joes have a complete in-stock selection of all Marvel Universe 4″ and Marvel Legends 6″ action figures released in 2015. This includes the Avengers, Ant-Man, and Spider-Man lines. You can purchase figures individually, or save $ and purchase by the assortment set.
Small Joes has added several new 1:6 scale military action figures. Dragon In Dream (DiD) U.S. Navy SEAL CNSWG-4 22nd SBT (Special Boat Team), “Weimy” as appeared in the movie Act of Valor. Also, U.S. Army Pilot / Air Crew by Soldier Story and U.S. Coast Guard Maritime Security Response Team by DAM Toy. These are all ultra-high quality collectibles with intricately detailed real cloth uniforms and gear.
Small Joes’ APEX Action Figure Display Case is in-stock! The case includes three parts: a crystal clear poly-styrene base, a stand, and cover. The cover fits snugly around the base to keep out unwanted dust. The stand is designed to fit neatly inside of the case and to maximize space for display of 3 3/4″ – 4″ (roughly 1:18 scale) action figures, or other figurines and collectibles of similar size. Made 100% in the U.S.A. The popular APEX Tiered Display Stand is currently out of stock but Small Joes is taking pre-orders now for a late September delivery.
Small Joes also have in the Clearance Aisle a lot of cool stuff at low prices. GI JOE Retaliation, Indiana Jones, Marvel 4″ figures, GI JOE t-shirts, Gears of War 3 4″ figures, 1:6 scale figures, and much much more!
by generalsjoes | Aug 27, 2015 | Boss Fight Studio
We are just over halfway through the Marauder “Valkyries” Kickstarter campaign, and sitting at almost $68,000. So far, all that we’ve seen of the Valkyrie figures has been some great Boss Fight Studio input drawings, but that all changed tonight.
For the first time, Marauder has revealed 3D Digital Sculpts of three of the upcoming Valkyries and they’re looking pretty sharp!
Hop on over to the Kickstarter page, and check out some of the images below. As these stretch goals get wrapped up, the higher pledges become a whole lot more valuable.
Keep watching the campaign, there are only 18 days left, and they’ll be done before you know it.
by generalsjoes | Aug 24, 2015 | G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Battleground
I think most of us can agree that by far the best part about the mobile card battle game G.I. Joe: Battleground was the artwork, right?
Well, if you enjoyed that part of the game like I did, you’re going to want to head on over to Jarreau Wimberly’s Instagram page, as he’s revealing his artwork for the game at gorgeous high resolution. Some of these pieces are just spectacular.
There are over 50 of them already, and he’s revealing more every day!
Check out his Instagram Page here and revel in the beauty of your favorite characters in his awesome artistic style.
Thanks to Twitziller for the heads up as always.
by generalsjoes | Aug 19, 2015 | Comics and Cartoons, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Comics, IDW
IDW Publishing has released their solicitation information for November, 2015, including TWO issues of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero! This is a great thing for us RAH fans.
COBRA World Order kicks off, check out the solicit info below.
G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero #219: COBRA WORLD ORDER Part 1
Larry Hama (w) • S L Gallant (a) • Francesco Francavilla (c)
As suspicious Cobra activity flares up around the globe, Hawk leads a strike team to try and get to the bottom of the sinister organization’s latest plot. But the deeper G.I. Joe digs, the more chilling Cobra’s master plan becomes…
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero #219: COBRA WORLD ORDER Part 1—Toy Cover Subscription Variant
Larry Hama (w) • S L Gallant (a) • Adam Riches (c)
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
Bullet points:
· COBRA WORLD ORDER begins—G.I. Joe beware!
G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero #220: COBRA WORLD ORDER Part 2
Larry Hama (w) • S L Gallant (a) • Francesco Francavilla (c)
Once G.I. Joe uncovers more about Cobra’s sinister plot, the villainous organization goes to ground and consolidates its forces. Cobra’s Master Plan is set to begin and G.I. Joe will not be prepared for the epic scale of the coming caranage!
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero #220: COBRA WORLD ORDER Part 2— Toy Cover Subscription Variant
Larry Hama (w) • S L Gallant (a) • Adam Riches (c)
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
Bullet points:
· COBRA WORLD ORDER heats up!
by generalsjoes | Aug 19, 2015 | Comics and Cartoons, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Comic Reviews, G.I. Joe Comics, G.I. Joe Reviews, IDW
Although technically we’ve moved on from the Death of Snake Eyes arc, with this new arc being entitled COBRA Rising, the threads of Snake Eyes’ demise are still fully entwined throughout this second installment.
It makes for a surprisingly poignant next step in the Marvel G.I. Joe history where we’re looking towards the future, but still paying fond remembrance to the past. All while another silent, disfigured guy in a Snake Eyes uniform is milling around. Kinda odd, but in a way, it fits that “death of a major comic character” template we’ve grown so used to over the past several years.
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