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Farewell to Loretta Swit: The Heart and Soul Behind MAS*H’s ‘Hot Lips’ Houlihan

May 31, 2025May 31, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff1970s TV icons, Batman the Animated Series Loretta Swit, classic television actresses, classic TV stars, Cow and Chicken Loretta Swit, Hollywood legends, Hot Lips Houlihan, Loretta Swit, Loretta Swit 2025, Loretta Swit biography, Loretta Swit career, Loretta Swit death, Loretta Swit Hollywood Squares, Loretta Swit legacy, Loretta Swit Love Boat, Loretta Swit MASH, Loretta Swit Murder She Wrote, Loretta Swit obituary, Loretta Swit RIP, Loretta Swit The Muppet Show, Loretta Swit tribute, Loretta Swit voice acting, MAS*H TV show, MASH cast, MASH final episode, MASH Hot Lips, TV history, women of MASH0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Loretta Swit was born in 1937 in Passaic, NJ and passed away May 30, 2025 from natural causes. Swit is best know as Major Margaret “Hot Lips” Houlihan from M*A*S*H. In high school Swit was a cheerleader, captain of the basketball team, and active in drama club. Swit attended Katherine Gibbs college. She worked clerical jobs including a stenographer as she perused an acting career. Swit got into several off Broadway production as she worked her way up in the world. Swit went to Hollywood and…

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Battle-Ready and Desert-Tough: Delta-17’s War in the Shadows 2-Pack Debuts at JoeFest 2025!

May 30, 2025May 30, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff3.5 inch military action figures, Delta Squad vs Thunder Battalion, Delta-17 Desert 2-Pack, Delta-17 preorder figures, Delta-17 toys, Delta-17 War in the Shadows, Delta-17 Wave 1.5, exclusive action figures Joefest, Joefest 2025 exclusives, Joefest Augusta Georgia 2025, o-ring style action figures, Thunder Battalion figures0 comment

Get ready to gear up, collectors! The Delta-17: War in the Shadows Desert 2-Pack – Delta Squad vs. Thunder Battalion is locked, loaded, and debuting exclusively at JoeFest 2025 in Augusta, Georgia, from June 20–22. Priced at $45, this highly anticipated 3.75″ o-ring style 2-pack pits two elite forces against each other in a battle that blazes across desert terrain. Delta Squad Infantry Troopers are hardened soldiers trained to operate in any environment, while the Thunder Battalion—mercenaries for hire—never back down when there’s a mission (and money) on the line.…

Baton Rouge: Yelena Belova Strikes First in Hot Toys’ Thunderbolts Lineup!

May 30, 2025May 30, 2025 Serpentorslair StaffBlack Widow Thunderbolts, Florence Pugh Hot Toys, Hot Toys Yelena Belova, Marvel Hot Toys 2026, Marvel Studios Thunderbolts merch, MCU Hot Toys 2026, Sideshow pre-order Marvel, Thunderbolts action figures, Thunderbolts Yelena figure, Yelena Belova 1/6 scale figure, Yelena Belova toy, Yelena collectible figure0 comment

Move over, Red Room—Yelena Belova is leading the charge! Hot Toys just dropped their first figure from Marvel Studios’ Thunderbolts, and it’s none other than the fiercely iconic Yelena Belova, now available for pre-order via Sideshow Collectibles for $270. Scheduled to ship between April and September 2026, this 1/6 scale collectible is a must-have for MCU die-hards and elite collectors alike. Measuring 10.8 inches tall, Yelena features 28 points of articulation, rolling eyeballs, and an all-new sculpt of Florence Pugh’s intense on-screen likeness. Her Thunderbolts tactical suit is packed with…

Realm of Eternia - Masters of the Universe

Skeletor: From Bonehead to Pop Culture Icon – The Untold Legacy of Eternia’s Favorite Fiend

May 29, 2025May 29, 2025 Serpentorslair StaffSkeletor 1982 action figure, Skeletor cartoon trivia, Skeletor Havoc Staff, Skeletor Keldor origin, Skeletor live-action movie, Skeletor Masters of the Universe, Skeletor memes, Skeletor popularity, Skeletor Power Sword, Skeletor toy facts0 comment

Since his debut in 1981, Skeletor has transcended his role as He-Man’s arch-nemesis to become a cultural icon. With his distinctive skull face, cackling laugh, and relentless ambition, Skeletor has captivated audiences for over four decades. Let’s delve into some lesser-known facets of this villainous character and explore why he remains a fan favorite today. Skeletor’s journey began with the original 1982 Masters of the Universe action figure line. The figure featured a blue-skinned body, a purple hood, and a Havoc Staff topped with a ram’s skull. Interestingly, the initial…

Capes, Cards, and Crossover Cool: Batman 1996 Goes Platinum!

May 28, 2025May 28, 2025 Serpentorslair StaffBatman 1996 toy, Batman action figure 2024, Batman Spawn action figure, Batman Superman crossover figure, Batman Wave 3 Platinum, collectible Batman figure, DC Multiverse Batman 1996, DC Multiverse Wave 3 review, Entertainment Earth Batman figure, McFarlane Batman 7-inch0 comment

The Dark Knight dives back into 1996 in a spectacularly sculpted way! The DC Multiverse Batman Wave 3 Batman/Superman Batman 1996 Platinum 7-Inch Scale Action Figure is here, and it’s every bit as gritty, nostalgic, and cool as fans could hope for. Based on his look from the Batman/Spawn crossover comic, this figure sports the classic blue and gray suit—instantly recognizable and full of retro flair. What sets this edition apart? Ultra articulation—22 points of movement—lets you pose Batman for just about any rooftop showdown. It includes a soft goods…

G.I.Joe Half The Battle

Yo Joe! Ranking the ’85 Joes Like It’s Saturday Morning!

May 27, 2025May 27, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff1985 G.I. Joe figures, 80s G.I. Joe ranking, G.I. Joe 1985 ranking, G.I. Joe collection 1985, G.I. Joe fan content, G.I. Joe figure review, G.I. Joe Half The Battle, G.I. Joe retro action figures, G.I. Joe YouTube channel, top 1985 G.I. Joe toys, vintage G.I. Joe toys0 comment

On this week’s episode of G.I. Joe Half The Battle, I RANK All the 1985 G.I. Joe figures . And as always be sure and subscribe to my YouTube channel for all my latest videos!

Contra-dictions & Code: The Untold Story of NES’s Most Explosive Run-and-Gun Classic

May 27, 2025May 27, 2025 Serpentorslair StaffContra arcade port, Contra development, Contra game history, Contra Konami Code, Contra legacy, Contra NES, Contra NES secrets, Contra sales figures, Konami Contra, NES Contra trivia0 comment

In 1988, Contra exploded onto the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES), delivering a high-octane, side-scrolling shooter experience that would become a cornerstone of 8-bit gaming. Developed by Konami, Contra was a home console adaptation of its 1987 arcade predecessor, reimagined to fit the NES’s hardware capabilities while retaining the intense action that defined the original. Originally released in arcades in 1987, Contra captivated players with its fast-paced gameplay and cooperative two-player mode. Recognizing its popularity, Konami developed an NES version, released in North America in February 1988. This adaptation introduced several…

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…

Marvel Television

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…