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Operation Recall Year 2: 25 NEW G.I. Joe-Style O-Ring Action Figures!

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The legendary creators of vintage G.I. Joe action figures are back on duty! Operation Recall Year 2 is now funding on Kickstarter, featuring 25 new 3.75-inch O-ring action figures inspired by the classic 1980s G.I. Joe toy line. In a special ToyKennections video interview, Carson Mataxis of 3DJoes discusses the exciting second year of Operation Recall, which reunites original G.I. Joe toy creators to bring all-new retro military action figures to collectors. The Kickstarter campaign ends October 18, 2026! Don’t miss this opportunity to support the legendary designers behind some…

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Remembering Mike Ditka (1939–2026): The Man Who Was Bigger Than Football

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Mike Ditka Dies at 86: Remembering Iron Mike and the Sunday Afternoons We Lost October 9, 2026 | Serpentor’s Lair The football world lost a giant today. Legendary Chicago Bears player and head coach Mike Ditka passed away Friday, October 9, 2026, at the age of 86. His family confirmed his passing, bringing an end to an extraordinary life that helped shape professional football and American sports culture. But for those of us who grew up watching football in the 1980s, Mike Ditka wasn’t simply a coach. He was part…

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We Saved the Toys of the 1980s. Now We’re Being Priced Out of Our Own Childhoods

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By the Serpentor’s Lair Editorial Team | October 7, 2026 We kept G.I. Joe, Transformers, He-Man, and the rest of our childhood alive. But with today’s collector prices, limited editions, and preorder culture, a painful question deserves an answer: Who can still afford to belong? We were the kids who wore the paint off our action figures. We lost their weapons in the backyard. We bent their file cards, snapped their rubber bands, and sent them into battles that lasted all afternoon. We didn’t know what a collectible was. We…

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ToyKennections Hunts Rare Toys & Grails at the Massive Vancouver Comic & Toy Show 2026

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  Vintage toy collectors, comic fans and retro pop-culture hunters are going to want to see this one! ToyKennections heads north to explore the absolutely massive Vancouver Comic & Toy Show 2026, and the amount of classic plastic packed inside the building is incredible. Held September 26–27, 2026 at the PNE Forum in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, the event featured approximately 400 dealer tables spread across 40,000–45,000 square feet of toys, comics, video games, memorabilia and collectibles. That means row after row of vintage action figures, enormous playsets, stuffed animals,…

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Danny Givens Art Sale: 16 Incredible Pop-Culture Art Pieces Just $35 Each

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Comic book, animation, anime and pop-culture collectors — this is one art sale you definitely need to check out! Artist Danny Givens, also known as Trashpandaart71, has an incredible assortment of handmade pop-culture artwork available through his Ko-fi shop, and these featured pieces are currently being offered for just $35 each! For collectors accustomed to paying premium prices for original art, convention sketches and handmade character pieces, $35 is an outstanding opportunity to add original artwork to your collection without breaking the bank. 🔥 DANNY GIVENS ART SALE — ONLY…

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Goodbye, Mr. Belding: ‘Saved by the Bell’ Star Dennis Haskins Dies at 75, Leaving Bayside and a Generation of Fans in Mourning

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Goodbye, Mr. Belding: ‘Saved by the Bell’ Star Dennis Haskins Dies at 75, Leaving Bayside and a Generation of Fans in Mourning For an entire generation, there was one man who always seemed to be waiting at the end of the hallway at Bayside High. Sometimes he was frustrated. Sometimes he was fooled by Zack Morris’ latest scheme. Sometimes he was the only adult in the room who seemed to understand that growing up could be funny, confusing and painful all at once. His name was Mr. Belding. And the…

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Comparing Physical Media Organizational Apps For Collectors!

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Story by @GIJoeRepairShop Over the past few years, this author has been constructing a large vinyl record library. At the same time, this author has been reconstructing a large CD collection that got wiped out in a basement flood in the late 1990s. (The same flood destroyed my comic book collection and ninety-nine percent of my GI Joe collection. I’ve successfully rebuilt both collections over the past two decades.) One thing that always was a hassle was being in a record store and not knowing whether or not I had…

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Is the Future of Hasbro’s HasLabs in Jeopardy?

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By: R.A. Rayne Now that HasLab backers are receiving their G.I. Joe Classified Series Snow C.A.T.s and only two more funded projects remain in production, what is the future of the crowdfunding campaigns? The last HasLab campaign was the TRON: Heroes of the Grid 3.75-Inch Collector Set, which ran from October 9 to November 24, 2025. The set included five 3.75-inch figures (Flynn, TRON, Yori, Sark, and Program), two Lightcycles with jetwalls, and a USB-powered, LED-lit Grid display base. At its $259 price point, the project failed. With petroleum “oil”…

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Goodbye to the Man Who Made Villains Magical: A Gen X Kid Remembers Tim Curry

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There are certain actors who appeared in the movies and television shows of our childhood so often that, somewhere along the way, they stopped feeling like actors. They became part of the landscape of growing up. For those of us who were Gen X kids in the 1980s, Tim Curry was one of those people. Curry passed away on August 25, 2026, at the age of 80, leaving behind a career unlike almost anyone else’s. He could frighten us, make us laugh, make us uncomfortable, and completely steal a movie…

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Goodbye to America’s Rhinestone Queen: Remembering the Extraordinary Life and Legacy of Dolly Parton

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January 19, 1946 – August 25, 2026 There are celebrities, there are legends, and then there are those rare individuals who become part of the fabric of America itself. Dolly Parton was one of those people. Today, the world lost an unmistakable voice, a brilliant songwriter, actress, entrepreneur, philanthropist and American icon. Dolly Parton died peacefully in Nashville on August 25, 2026, at the age of 80, according to statements from her representatives and family. Her journey was one of the greatest American success stories ever written. Dolly Rebecca Parton…

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Goodbye, Johnny Angel: Remembering the Remarkable Life and Enduring Legacy of Shelley Fabares

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Hollywood has lost one of the familiar faces and warmest personalities of classic American television. Shelley Fabares, the beloved actress and singer whose career stretched from the golden age of family sitcoms to one of the most popular comedies of the 1990s, has died at the age of 82. Fabares died in Los Angeles on August 22, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Her family announced her passing the following day. No official cause of death was initially disclosed, although some reports described her death as following a brief illness. Born…

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Unpacking the D23 Disney Experiences Horizons Showcase

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By: R.A. Rayne Alright, let’s get started. There’s a great deal to go over. At first, I intended to look at everything from San Diego Comic-Con to Disney’s D23, but Disney just released a lot of exciting new material this weekend. Fans have noticed that Marvel, Star Wars, and some other Disney brands are less prominent at San Diego Comic-Con these days. There is a reason for this. It is reasonable for Disney to announce major news at its own convention, where it covers all sorts of areas such as…

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Happy 86th Birthday, Bugs Bunny! Celebrating the Wascally Wabbit Who Defined Cartoon Greatness

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For 86 incredible years, Bugs Bunny has remained one of the most recognizable and beloved animated characters ever created. Since making his official debut on July 27, 1940, the wisecracking rabbit with the Brooklyn accent has entertained generations with his unmatched wit, fearless confidence, and legendary ability to outsmart anyone foolish enough to challenge him. Whether facing hunters, bullies, or the occasional opera-singing rival, Bugs always proved that brains could beat brawn with a simple grin and an unforgettable, “Eh… What’s up, Doc?” While Bugs Bunny has starred in countless…

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Templars: The Mask of Mordred Brings O-Ring Adventure Back to Collectors Hands!

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Collectors who miss the days when an action figure offered more than something to display finally have a new adventure heading their way. Templars: The Mask of Mordred, an original 3.75-inch O-ring action figure line from Action Media LLC, is preparing to launch its crowdfunding campaign on BackerKit on Saturday, July 18, 2026. Templars is being developed as an entire world rather than simply another assortment of figures. The line combines retro-inspired action figures, original characters, comic-book storytelling and extensive world-building. Its story revolves around ancient relics, mysterious organizations and…

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