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G.I. Joe Classified G.I.Joe

Classified and Amplified: Rock ‘N Roll Brings the Retro Thunder!

May 26, 2025May 26, 2025 Serpentorslair StaffG.I. Joe 80s figures, G.I. Joe Classified Rock 'N Roll, G.I. Joe Classified Series review, G.I. Joe fan memories, G.I. Joe original 13, Retro Rock 'N Roll G.I. Joe, Rock 'N Roll action figure review, Rock 'N Roll figure nostalgia, Rock 'N Roll Malibu surfer, Rock ‘N Roll Classified Retro comparison0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Welcome to The Outpost. Today I’m taking a look at the G.I. Joe Classified Retro Rock ‘N Roll. When the original Classified Rock ‘N Roll came out I thought it was a great figure, but it didn’t capture the original Rick ‘N Roll. When this one came out I grabbed him just because of the original 13 feel he has to him. I had the original Rock ‘N Roll as a kid and he was always one of my favorites. The character looked a lot like…

Mind Games in Pleasant Cove: How ‘Flint’s Vacation’ Foreshadowed Modern Media Manipulation

May 25, 2025May 25, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff1985 G.I. Joe episodes, Cobra brainwashing tactics, Cobra mind control episode, Flint's Vacation analysis, G.I. Joe Flint's Vacation, G.I. Joe mind control plot, Pleasant Cove G.I. Joe, subliminal messages in media, subliminal messaging in cartoons0 comment

In the 1985 episode “Flint’s Vacation” from G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, the series delves into the unsettling realm of media manipulation and mind control, themes that resonate even more profoundly today. This episode stands out not just for its adventurous plot but for its prescient commentary on the potential dangers of subliminal messaging in mass media. A Seaside Sojourn Turns Sinister The episode begins with Flint visiting his cousin in the quaint town of Pleasant Cove. However, he quickly notices something amiss: the townspeople, including his own relatives,…

Realm of Eternia - Masters of the Universe

By the Power of 1984! The Origins of Masters of the Universe with ToyKennections

May 24, 2025May 24, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff1984 He-Man, 80s cartoon nostalgia, classic He-Man, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe, He-Man toyline history, Ken ToyKennections, Masters of the Universe 1984, Masters of the Universe history, MOTU collectors, MOTU fan video, MOTU Origins, Retro Action Figures, ToyKennections MOTU video, ToyKennections YouTube, vintage He-Man toys0 comment

Today Ken from ToyKennections gives the history of 1984’s Masters Of The Universe! Check out the video below and share your thoughts with us in the comments. As always be sure to subscribe to ToyKennections channel on YouTube for all of Ken’s latest videos!

No Jedi, Just Deals: Bib Fortuna Joins Sideshow’s Scum & Villainy Lineup

May 23, 2025May 23, 2025 Serpentorslair StaffBib Fortuna 2025 release, Bib Fortuna action figure, Bib Fortuna figure, Bib Fortuna Sideshow Collectibles, Bib Fortuna Star Wars toy, high-end Star Wars figures, Jabba’s palace figures, Return of the Jedi Bib Fortuna, Scum and Villainy Sideshow, Sideshow Bib Fortuna preorder, Sideshow Return of the Jedi line, Sixth Scale Bib Fortuna, Star Wars Bib Fortuna collectible, Star Wars collectibles 2025, Star Wars villain figures, Twi’lek Star Wars figure0 comment

Sideshow Collectibles has opened pre-orders for one of Jabba’s most trusted—and creepiest—cronies. The Bib Fortuna Sixth Scale Figure, inspired by his appearance in Star Wars: Episode VI – Return of the Jedi, is now available as part of the Scum & Villainy line. Priced at $280, this 12-inch high-end collectible figure is slated to ship between October 2025 and January 2026. Known for his devilish grin, blood-red eyes, and coiled Twi’lek lekku, Bib Fortuna will be right at home overseeing your Star Wars display—or possibly whispering sinister deals behind your…

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Ancient Spirits of Evil, Transform This Pre-Order Now! Mumm-Ra 1/6 Scale Figure by Mondo

May 23, 2025May 23, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff1/6 scale Thundercats figure, Ma-Mutt accessory figure, Mondo Mumm-Ra portraits accessories, Mondo Mumm-Ra preorder link, Mondo Thundercats Timed Edition, Mondo toys Thundercats, Mumm-Ra action figure, Mumm-Ra Mondo 1/6 scale, Mumm-Ra preorder 2024, Mumm-Ra statue with Ma-Mutt, Mumm-Ra Timed Edition, premium Thundercats figure, Sword of Plun-Darr, Thundercats collectible figure, Thundercats Mumm-Ra December release, Thundercats Mumm-Ra figure0 comment

Pre-orders are now live for the ThunderCats – Mumm-Ra 1/6 Scale Figure (Timed Edition) from Mondo! This menacing and meticulously detailed figure is only available for a limited time, so don’t sleep on this one—pre-orders close on June 20 at 10:59 AM CT. Priced at $280, this deluxe collectible is expected to ship in December and comes packed with accessories that would make any villain jealous. Whether you’re a longtime ThunderCats fan or new to the dark side of Third Earth, Mumm-Ra is a must-have addition to your shelf. This…

Quack-Ups & Canine Chaos: The Forgotten Charm of Yakky Doodle and Chopper

May 22, 2025May 22, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff1960s Hanna-Barbera, Chopper Hanna-Barbera, Chopper the bulldog, classic cartoon duos, Hanna-Barbera animal cartoons, Hanna-Barbera characters, Hanna-Barbera duck and dog, Hanna-Barbera history, Hanna-Barbera trivia, Retro cartoons, Yakky and Chopper cartoon, Yakky Doodle, Yakky Doodle episodes, Yakky Doodle origins, Yakky Doodle voice actor0 comment

In the golden age of Saturday morning cartoons, Hanna-Barbera created an unforgettable lineup of animated characters—some becoming pop culture giants like Scooby-Doo, while others quietly nestled into the hearts of devoted fans. Among the latter was a lovable little duck named Yakky Doodle and his fiercely protective canine pal Chopper. Though not as frequently spotlighted as Yogi Bear or The Flintstones, this quirky duo earned their place in animation history with charm, humor, and heart. The Quirky Origins of Yakky Doodle Yakky Doodle officially debuted as a solo character in…

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Don’t Make Him Angry: A Look Back at TV’s Original Hulk Smash

May 21, 2025May 21, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff1970s Marvel TV, 1980s Hulk series, Bill Bixby David Banner, Bruce Banner name change, classic superhero TV shows, Hulk grounded storytelling, Hulk no CGI, Hulk transformation scenes, Incredible Hulk 1978, Incredible Hulk CBS, Incredible Hulk live-action, Incredible Hulk nostalgia, Jack Kirby Hulk, Kenneth Johnson Hulk series, Lou Ferrigno Hulk, Marvel heroes on TV, original Hulk series facts, retro superhero series, Stan Lee Hulk, The Incredible Hulk TV show0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith In the late 1970s, long before the Marvel Cinematic Universe, “The Incredible Hulk” was one of the first successful live-action adaptations of a comic book hero. Airing from 1978 to 1982. The show starred Bill Bixby as Dr. David Banner and Lou Ferrigno as the Hulk. Created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, the Hulk debuted in The Incredible Hulk #1 in 1962. By the 1970s, CBS was exploring ways to adapt Marvel heroes for television. After a few animated efforts, producer Kenneth Johnson—best…

Here’s to You, Norm! Remembering George Wendt Beyond the Barstool

May 21, 2025May 21, 2025 Serpentorslair StaffCheers bar Boston, Cheers TV show, classic sitcom stars, George Wendt, George Wendt biography, George Wendt Black or White video, George Wendt career retrospective, George Wendt death 2025, George Wendt Emmy nominations, George Wendt Frasier, George Wendt Ghostbusters video, George Wendt memorial, George Wendt movies, George Wendt RIP, George Wendt Seinfeld, George Wendt Simpsons, George Wendt TV shows, Norm Cheers tribute, Norm from Cheers, Norm Mego figure0 comment

Story By Mitchell Smith George Wendt was born in 1948 in Chicago, IL and died in his sleep May 20th 2025. Wendt is best know for the lovable character Norm on Cheers. If you walked into Cheers 2 things were certain Norm would be sitting in his spot and he would always be ready for another beer. I did visit the Cheers bar in Boston, but I never met Norm. Growing up in a bar restaurant, Cheers and staple characters like Norm really hit home. Although Wendt was nominated 6…

Sufferin’ Succotash! The Golden Era of Sylvester the Cat

May 20, 2025May 20, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff1940s animation, classic cartoon cats, Looney Tunes Sylvester, Looney Tunes trivia, Mel Blanc Sylvester voice, Sylvester and Porky Pig, Sylvester and Tweety, Sylvester behind the scenes, Sylvester character facts, Sylvester Golden Age, Sylvester origins, Sylvester the Cat, Sylvester the Cat history, Sylvester voice actor, Warner Bros cartoons0 comment

Long before CGI animals and animated universes filled our screens, a lisping black-and-white cat with a never-ending appetite for a tiny yellow bird became one of the most beloved characters in American animation. Sylvester the Cat, a staple of Warner Bros.’ Looney Tunes and Merrie Melodies cartoons, reigned during the golden age of animation—roughly the 1940s to the 1960s. This clever feline may have spent most of his time chasing Tweety Bird, but behind those comedic chases was a rich history filled with animation brilliance, character evolution, and a few…

12-Inch Comeback: Rediscovering G.I. Joe’s Forgotten Giants from 2009!

May 19, 2025May 19, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff2009 G.I. Joe toys, ARAH Short-Fuze, G.I. Joe 12 inch figures, G.I. Joe Chuckles Cobra Island, G.I. Joe collecting 2000s, G.I. Joe custom figures, G.I. Joe Outpost series, G.I. Joe Storm Shadow figure, G.I. Joe Storm Shadow unmasked, G.I. Joe uniform swap, movie G.I. Joe figures, retro G.I. Joe figures, Rise of Cobra G.I. Joe, Snowjob G.I. Joe, vintage action figures0 comment

Story By Mitchell Smith Welcome to The Outpost. Today I’m rolling it back a bit when GI Joe along with other companies still made 12 inch figures. In 2009 “The Rise of Cobra” was released along with several cool 3-3/4 inch figures and vehicles both from the movie along with some classic characters from our childhood such as Chuckles from the assault on Cobra Island pack. Along with these were also some really cool 12 inch figures from the Movie as well as figures based on the ARAH line like…

Justice with a Smile: The Untold Story of The Commish

May 19, 2025May 19, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff1990s crime drama, 90s police shows, Michael Chiklis The Commish, The Commish ABC series, The Commish behind the scenes, The Commish cast, The Commish cultural impact, The Commish fun facts, The Commish inspiration, The Commish little known facts, The Commish pilot episode, The Commish trivia, The Commish TV history, The Commish TV show, Tony Scali character0 comment

Premiering in 1991 on ABC, The Commish was not your average cop show. At a time when gritty, hard-edged crime dramas like NYPD Blue and Law & Order were dominating the airwaves, The Commish dared to be different. It offered viewers a police series with heart, humor, and a lot of warmth—anchored by Michael Chiklis as the kind but tough Commissioner Tony Scali. The show ran for five seasons until 1996, and though it may not always make the list of top 90s shows, The Commish holds a special place…

Pastels, Powerboats & Pop Culture: The Untold Story of Miami Vice

May 18, 2025May 18, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff80s crime TV shows, Don Johnson Miami Vice, Jan Hammer Miami Vice soundtrack, Miami Vice 1980s, Miami Vice behind the scenes, Miami Vice Crockett and Tubbs, Miami Vice cultural impact, Miami Vice filming locations, Miami Vice little known facts, Miami Vice music influence, Miami Vice pastel suits, Miami Vice production secrets, Miami Vice trivia, Michael Mann Miami Vice, MTV cops0 comment

When Miami Vice premiered on NBC in 1984, television changed forever. Stylish, gritty, and driven by a pulsing synthesizer soundtrack, the show wasn’t just another crime drama—it was a visual and cultural revolution. For five seasons, audiences were glued to their screens, mesmerized by the pastel-colored chaos of South Beach crime fighting. But beyond the fast cars, fashion, and flash lay a fascinating story about how the show came to be and what happened behind the scenes. How Miami Vice Was Born The origins of Miami Vice are the stuff…

The Secret Origin of Starduster – G.I. Joe’s Jetpack Mystery with ToyKennections and 3DJoes!

May 17, 2025May 17, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff1980s action figures, 3DJoes Carson Mataxis, G.I. Joe 1980s, G.I. Joe collectors, G.I. Joe mail-away figures, G.I. Joe Starduster explained, G.I. Joe toy reviews, G.I. Joe YouTube channels, Hasbro G.I. Joe history, Ken ToyKennections YouTube, Rare G.I. Joe Figures, Starduster G.I. Joe, Starduster origin story, ToyKennections, vintage G.I. Joe toys0 comment

Today Ken from ToyKennections discusses the origins of the 1980s G.I. Joe character “Starduster” With 3DJoes.com curator Carson Mataxis! Check out the video below and share your thoughts with us in the comments. As always be sure to subscribe to ToyKennections channel on YouTube for all of Ken’s latest videos!

Unmasking the Real Heroes: Dan Klingensmith Jr. on Preserving G.I. Joe’s Untold Legacy

May 16, 2025May 16, 2025 Serpentorslair StaffCreating G.I. Joe author, Creating G.I. Joe book, Dan Klingensmith Jr. interview, G.I. Joe 80s toy history, G.I. Joe artwork and design, G.I. Joe behind the scenes, G.I. Joe book series, G.I. Joe character development, G.I. Joe character history, G.I. Joe collector books, G.I. Joe Hasbro team, G.I. Joe interview, G.I. Joe legacy, G.I. Joe Ron Rudat, G.I. Joe self-published books, G.I. Joe Short-Fuze origin, G.I. Joe toy line creation, G.I. Joe vehicle design history, Kirk Bozigian G.I. Joe, Serpentorslair interview0 comment

Serpentorslair Interviews Creating G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero author Dan Klingensmith Jr. What motivated you to take on such a massive undertaking? What motivated me: Back in 2008 or 2009, I read an interview with Ron Rudat on YoJoe.com where he expressed that Marketing often received all the credit for the work he had done. At the time, I was working—and still work—in a team-based environment, and I knew firsthand that it takes a collaborative effort to make something as impactful as G.I. Joe a success. That statement stuck…

Superman: Legacy Trailer Soars—A Bold New Dawn for the Man of Steel

May 14, 2025May 14, 2025 Serpentorslair StaffDavid Corenswet Superman, DC Universe reboot, James Gunn Superman, Krypto the Superdog, Lex Luthor Nicholas Hoult, Rachel Brosnahan Lois Lane, Superman 2025 movie, Superman Legacy cast, Superman Legacy film news, Superman Legacy first look, Superman Legacy plot, Superman Legacy release date, Superman Legacy trailer, Superman Legacy trailer reaction, Superman Legacy villains0 comment

On May 14, 2025, DC Studios unveiled the first full trailer for Superman: Legacy, signaling a transformative chapter for the iconic superhero. Directed by James Gunn, this film introduces David Corenswet as Clark Kent/Superman and Rachel Brosnahan as Lois Lane, setting the stage for a fresh narrative within the reimagined DC Universe. The trailer delves into Superman’s internal struggle to balance his Kryptonian heritage with his human upbringing. A poignant interview scene features Lois Lane challenging Superman’s global interventions, questioning their legality and moral implications . This interaction underscores the…