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Now You Know With YorktownJoe –  Marvel G.I. Joe Issue 76 Recap!

Issue 76 “ALL’S FAIR” Background Issue 75 showed the Cobra Civil War in full swing!! The fighting continues, alliances shift, and intrigue is underway! Feel free to check out the review of Issue 75 in case you missed it. (You can catch up on other “Now You Know With YorktownJoe” reviews there as well!) On to the issue We begin Issue 76 with a splash title page and a serious discussion between an Iron Grenadier and Destro. Gold masked Destro refers to the iG as “Sergeant Major.” This is a recurring right hand assistant…

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Wandering Eye in My Marriage to Hasbro and the Classified Line

By Destro Designs – Viper Den Studios Since the inception of my adult collecting, I’ve been married to Hasbro’s G.I. Joe Classified line. And while 2025 was like a Cadillac-sized ball of crack for a crackhead, 2026, along with other amazing lines, has diminished the light in my eyes of loyalty to the line and the brand. It all started when I opened the $46 Legacy Special Forces figure while having two different Monster Force Delta Reds that were a couple of dollars cheaper and infinitely better, with more gear…

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Diorama: G.I. Joe Wall System – Double Panel Doors ORDER YOURS HERE!

CLICK HERE TO ORDER! A 1:12-scale diorama collection inspired by the G.I. Joe Classified Series. These diorama pieces are part of a series with coordinated walls, floors, and doors that can be displayed in small groups as focal points or create a large custom display. It works with GI Joe Classified (GIJoe), Marvel Legends, and Valaverse. Door Panels are inserts that snap into the back of the Door Frame. There is no hinge, and they do not open and close. The Door Frames have floor connectors attached; you will need…

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Garry Chalk: The Voice Behind Metal-Head and a Real-Life Battle Worth Celebrating

For G.I. Joe fans, Metal-Head was never just another Cobra-aligned madman with missiles strapped to his back. He was loud, wild, unpredictable, and completely unforgettable. In the DiC era of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, Metal-Head burst onto the screen with the kind of manic energy that could only work if the voice actor fully committed to the insanity. Garry Chalk did exactly that. Chalk, sometimes credited or searched by fans as Gary Chaulk or Gary Chalk, brought Metal-Head to life with a performance that leaned into everything ridiculous…

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Yo Joe June 2026 RANKED! Recap & Reaction!

Yo Joe June 2026 came in hot, and we are ranking every Hasbro Pulse reveal with nothing held back! From long-awaited Classified Series favorites to surprise drops, troop builders, vehicles, and deep-cut character choices, this year gave G.I. Joe fans plenty to argue about. Some reveals felt like instant shelf legends, while others left collectors asking, “Who was this for?” That is what makes Yo Joe June so fun. The hype, the disappointment, the nostalgia, and the wallet pain all hit at once. Join us as we recap, react, and…

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Green Light, Glow Joe! Super7 Unleashes JoeFest Exclusive Glow Patrol Figures

The battlefield just got a whole lot brighter! Super7 is bringing the glow to JoeFest with an exclusive new wave of G.I. Joe ReAction+ figures, and collectors are going to want to move fast. The G.I. Joe Glow Patrol has officially arrived, featuring two incredible 3-packs packed with neon nostalgia, classic character power, and serious display appeal. On the heroic side, fans can grab the exclusive Joe Glow Patrol 3-pack, featuring Duke, Snake Eyes, and Cover Girl in eye-catching glow-in-the-dark style. These figures bring a fun, retro twist to some…

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Shockwave: The Most Underrated Joe

By Destro Designs – Viper Den Studios Since the moment I saw the Shockwave card art, I was obsessed. The deep blues contrasted with the lighter blue hit so hard. As part of the Balaclava Gang Gang, he was instantly one of my favorites. But when you add in the military cap, it was a wrap. He looked so ready for battle. Add that to the lore of him being a door kicker, and he was instantly running the lead on most missions in the field, right alongside Beach Head.…

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G.I. Joe Debates & Hot Takes: Settled Once & For All?! | G.I. Retro Mail Call #1

The first-ever G.I. Retro Mail Call is here! You sounded off, so I’m going into the comments, questions, and emails to respond to YOUR takes on the debates I’ve been tossing out on the show so far! Zartan: Hair or Hood, the greatest rivalry in G.I. Joe, and that Scarlett love triangle! Plus some exciting channel news and going to JoeFest! This community has been the best part of doing the show. Let’s keep the conversation going. What do YOU want to know for the next Mail Call? Drop it…

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Dusting Off the Creative Part of My Brain…

By Destro Designs – Viper Den Studios In my late teens and early 20s, I was positive that I was going to be the next Hunter S. Thompson. I loved to write, and write, and party my ass off. And then write after having partied my ass off. I was published in a couple of magazines and fanzines, ghostwrote some stuff that made its way into a novel or two, and I was set. I thought it was a done deal. I was going to rip lines, have drinks, pop…

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SYS3D ARSENAL G.I. Joe Classified Scale 2 Ammo Cases – Large $3.99 ORDER HERE!

CLICK HERE AND ORDER YOURS 1:12 Scale crate inspired by G.I. Joe Classified Series is part of a multiple-size stacking crate series. These stackable ammo cases come in 2 sizes with movable handles that fold flush onto the sides of the case. This item can be used with G.I. Joe Classified, Marvel Legends, Valaverse, SH Figuarts, and Mezco figure lines. ** Does not include figure or figure accessories. See below for included items ** Size: 45 X 37 X 17mmIncludes: 2 Ammo CasesScale: 1:12 Available in BLUE, GREEN and BLACK!

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2026 Classified: Whistling Past the Graveyard

By Destro Designs – Viper Den Studios This is a saying that plays well right now. I feel like I am overlooking uncertainty, but for good reason. I feel like I am looking past rising G.I.Joe Classified prices and at other lines, doing my best to see the good in some figures when I am kind of like, “Meh.” 2026 has been such a whiplash from 2025 that I feel like I am in a neck brace. I understand that there are a ton of factors playing into the state…

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