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Today we have another fantastic gallery of images of your favorite professional Cosplayers. We are featuring Christmas ‘Zelda‘ by @CosplayElune! Check out the gallery below, and be sure and leave a comment and let @CosplayElune know how much you enjoy her work.
Read MoreOn this week’s episode of Half The Battle, Its the ‘Timquisition’ as I rant about the latest Hasbro layoffs. Be sure and join in the conversation in the comments below. And as always be sure and like share and subscribe to my YouTube channel if that’s your thing!
Read MoreWelcome to the Outpost. Sliding hard into Christmas, does everyone have their shopping done yet? This month I’m taking a look at my best Christmas GI Joe hauls from 1982 – 1994 ranking my personal Christmas hauls from not the best to the greatest ever. So I went over my 6 least favorite years for Joe hauls the last 2 weeks, so this week I start with 1985. Now these are only based on my personal hauls for each year, it doesn’t have anything to do with figures or vehicles…
Read MoreDiscover the latest releases from Good Smile Company as they bring back the iconic Hagane Works Robocop and Moderoid ED-209 Model Kit. In addition, they are introducing the highly anticipated Moderoid Robocop 3 Model Kit. Unlike its predecessor with a zinc alloy construction, the new Moderoid model kit boasts an all-plastic design. Each Robocop figure proudly stands at approximately 6.7 inches tall, while the imposing ED-209 measures at 7.9 inches. Diamond Comics has unveiled solicitations for all three remarkable items, and pre-orders are set to go live today. Anticipate the…
Read MoreAfter almost three decades, Axel Foley makes a triumphant return in the thrilling trailer for Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F, providing an initial peek into the highly anticipated fourth installment of Eddie Murphy’s iconic action-comedy series. From the trailer alone, it’s evident that this upcoming film will exceed expectations, bringing our beloved detective back into the heart of the action! The movie’s synopsis reveals, “Detective Axel Foley (Eddie Murphy) is once again patrolling the streets of Beverly Hills. When his daughter’s life is jeopardized, she (Taylour Paige) and Foley join…
Read MoreWith the highly anticipated What If…? season 2 just around the corner, Marvel Studios drops a festive new trailer that promises a holiday treat for fans. Packed with jaw-dropping moments and familiar voices, the spotlight is on the mind-bending Multiverse, freshly introduced in the finale of Loki’s second season. While the Multiverse’s Yggdrasil-inspired design takes center stage, adorned like a Christmas tree, the excitement doesn’t stop there. Prepare for a thrilling showdown as Justin Hammer, voiced by Sam Rockwell, steps into the Hulkbuster armor to face off against Tony Stark.…
Read MoreGet ready to be blown away as Hasbro unveils the next wave of Marvel Legends X-Men 97! Feast your eyes on the stunning figures featuring Cyclops, Goblin Queen, Jean Grey, Magneto, Nightcrawler, and X-Cution. Each figure is presented in retro-style packaging with no build-a-figure gimmick, and they can be yours for just $24.99. Mark your calendars for early 2024 to secure your pre-orders. Dive into the world of superheroes with captivating images and exclusive details – don’t miss out on the action-packed fun! MARVEL LEGENDS SERIES MAGNETO X-MEN ’97 ACTION…
Read MoreIn this week’s G.I. Joe ‘Inside the Filecards‘, I’m Skipping around and going straight to the Crimson Guards. They are “Cobra Elite Troopers” with a PMS of “Undercover Espionage” and SMS of “Accounting”. Their filecard describes them as the “elite shock troopers” of the Cobra legions and later states that they are “too precious to be wasted on the conventional battlefield”. So basically their filecard contradicts itself. Shock troopers by definition are the “door kickers” and the first in a battle. They rely on violence of action to get the…
Read MoreToday Terry from Action Media Reviews gives a full review of the the upcoming G.I. Joe Classified Steel Corps action figure 2 pack! Check out the video below, then share your thoughts and opinions of this wave with us below in the comments. As always be sure to subscribe to Action Media Reviews for all of Terry’s latest videos!
Read MorePrepare for a blast from the past as Star Wars: Episode I: The Phantom Menace hits its 25th anniversary next year! Hasbro is set to transport fans back in time with an exclusive multi-pack featuring six iconic characters from the 1999 film. Gizmodo has an exclusive sneak peek at these ’70s-inspired Retro Collection figures. The set includes beloved characters like Obi-Wan Kenobi, Qui-Gon Jinn, Queen Amidala, Darth Maul, Jar Jar Binks, and a Battle Droid. This Retro Collection pays homage to the original Kenner Star Wars figures from the 1970s,…
Read MoreHot Toys has unveiled their 1/6 Scale Figure for Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice – Batman (Version 2), complete with an array of updates. Standing at 12.7″ tall with 30 points of articulation, this figure boasts new masked and unmasked head sculpts featuring moveable eyes, along with a newly developed body. The comprehensive set includes a seamless masked head sculpt with interchangeable lower jaws, an unmasked portrait with interchangeable hair sculpts, various swap-out hands, a grapnel with interchangeable tips, a grenade launcher with two removable bullets, multiple Batarangs, a Batman symbol branding iron, and…
Read MoreOn this week’s episode of Half The Battle, I discuss the G.I. Joe Classified B.A.T. action figure. Be sure and join in the conversation in the comments below. And as always be sure and like share and subscribe to my YouTube channel if that’s your thing!
Read MoreIn the realm of 1980s animated glory, where heroes and villains clashed against the backdrop of explosive battles, one voice cut through the chaos with an unforgettable charisma – the voice of Flint in the iconic G.I. Joe animated series. Bill Ratner, the man behind the microphone, embarked on a legendary journey, leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of G.I. Joe fans. From auditions that felt like an old Hollywood “cattle call” to chance encounters in comic book stores, Ratner’s tale is as thrilling as the animated adventures he…
Read MoreStory by Mitchell Smith Welcome to the Outpost. Today I’m taking a look at a G.I. Joe figure that is under appreciated in my opinion. In 1994 Hasbro was still pumping out some cool figures. This was past my prime but I found a new love for GI Joe as a collector and there was some really cool 1994 figures. Effects is one of those hard to find figures and probably gets forgotten a lot. This is a figure that has a good amount of detail. His head really is…
Read MoreHot Toys has just dropped a bombshell with the full reveal of the Marvel Comics – X-Men Series Wolverine 1/6 Scale Figure in an exciting update. Produced by the innovative HONŌ STUDIO, a fresh collective under the Hot Toys umbrella, this Wolverine stands tall at over 11 inches, boasting 28 points of articulation and a meticulously tailored fabric outfit. Prepare to be blown away by the figure’s seamless articulated arms, three interchangeable lower faces, a variety of interchangeable hands, removable metallic blades, claw fighting effects, and an eye-catching comic cover…
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