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If you have not heard yet, the big reveal coming later this week at the 2015 G.I.Joe Convention, is going to be the ‘Tiger Hawk‘ Chopper. Now, if you are attending Joecon this year and you have an extra $200 to spend on the club exclusive you can bring this gem home. Or, for around $45 or so you can make one for yourself like the custom image above! Which will you do? Let us know after the JUMP!
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Read MoreNews out today is that the third installment in the G.I.Joe Movie Franchise is going to be getting a new script written by Aaron Berg. Check out the latest on this below, and let us know what you think after the JUMP! (Source: hollywoodreporter/ew.com Aaron Berg, the writer behind Section 6, the hot spec that detailed the origins of British intelligence agency MI6, is now tackling a different mission. The scribe has been tapped to pen a new script for G.I. Joe 3, and will work with director D.J. Caruso…
Read MoreWe reported earlier this week that filming started on the Ninja Turtles Sequel movie, and now we know what the titled of the new movie is going to be. Check out the latest on this below, and share your thoughts after the JUMP! (Source: comicbookmovie) This may change before the movie is released, but for now it seems the TMNT sequel is going with the subtitle “Half-Shell”; as in, heroes in a. This was revealed by Los Angeles Clippers player J.J. Redick, who will appear in the movie along with…
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Read MoreToday we have a great interview given by Elizabeth Henstridge and Iain De Caestecker the actor and actress who play Agent Fitz and Agent Simmons on Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Check out the their take on the ever changing relationship of FitzSimmons below, and share your thoughts after the JUMP! (Source: comicbookresources) One thing that’s been conspicuously absent from the second season of “Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” is the finishing-each-other’s-sentences teamwork of the “FitzSimmons” combo. But after half a season of avoiding each other, have Leo Fitz and Jemma Simmons…
Read MoreToday we have a look at the brand new Star Wars Short Film ‘TIE Fighters‘ created by Paul Michael Johnson. And it is produced in stunning Anime Style. Check out the film below, and then make the JUMP and let us know what you think! What if there was an Empire-focussed short Star Wars animation, drawn with the crazy detail and shading of classic 80s anime that’s all but vanished from Japan nowadays? Well, I tried my best. Apologies in advance for not living up to Venus Wars standards.…
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Read MoreToday Serpentorslair is spotlighting the custom work of member Tony Carillo. Below we have several of his custom vehicles works. Check out all the offerings and be sure and let Tony know how much we appreciate his efforts after the JUMP!
Read MoreThe signs are beginning to point in the direction that the greatest American Composer of our lifetime is going to be retiring. Word out today is that John Williams will not be doing any upcoming Star Wars or Steven Speilberg movies. Get the full skinny on this below, and share your thoughts after the JUMP! (Source: Screencrush) John Williams has composed the score for every single live-action Star Wars movie to date (and every Star Wars film period, except the animated Star Wars: The Clone Wars that came out in…
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Read MorePRESS RELEASE March 11, 2015 Cobra Commander, leader of Cobra, visits Springfield to receive key to the city. All in anticipation of the official G.I. Joe Collectors’ Convention taking place April 9-12. Springfield, IL – Cobra Commander, leader of the organization known as Cobra, recently visited Springfield to receive the key to the city from Mayor J. Michael Houston. In an eloquent and moving speech, the cobalt-clad commander-in-chief detailed Cobra’s vision of the future and its goals to bring about a better tomorrow for all those who support their cause.…
Read MoreIt is an exciting time for Star Wars fans. Today the official released date for Star Wars Episode VIII was announced, but not only that, the spin-off Star Wars movie, ‘Rogue One‘ was also announced. Check out the details on this below, and share your thoughts after the JUMP! (Source: variety) Disney and Lucasfilm have announced details of the upcoming “Stars Wars” films at its annual shareholders meeting in San Francisco. Rian Johnson has also been confirmed to write and direct “Star Wars: Episode VIII,” which will hit theaters May 26,…
Read MoreToday’s Essay was the second place finisher in the Serpentorslair Essay Contest. The title is ‘Recondo‘ and the author is Serpentorslair member Yorktownjoe! Be sure and make the JUMP and let him know how much we appreciate his work! Wheaton, WI February (several years in the past) Mrs. LeClaire asked her son “Why don’t you bundle up and go out and play in the snow with the other boys, Daniel?” “It’s too cold outside, Mom! Last time I was out Bobby hit me in the face with a snowball.” Daniel…
Read MoreToday we have the final reveal for the G.I.Joe Convention 2015 3.5 inch action figure set. This one is ‘General Mayhem‘ of the Iron Grenadiers. Check out the image and the info on this figure and character below, and share your thoughts after the JUMP! (Source: gijoecon.com) IRON GRENADIERS INFANTRY COMMANDER: GENERAL MAYHEM – 25th Anniversary Modern Style/Fully Poseable Action Figure – NEW HEAD SCULPT on 1st Modern Era Character Release – NEW OFFCIER’S JACKET with Rank & Campaign Medals – Based on 2005 GIJCC Design with Removable Helmet –…
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