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Today Ken from ToyKennections gives us a look at the new third party Marauders Jack Burton and Snake Plissken figures! 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!
Read MoreYou can now dive into the full details, images, and preorder options for the newly unveiled G.I. Joe Classified Wave. This wave features three Retro Cardback releases ‘Beachhead’, ‘Snow Serpent’ and ‘EEL’S’. Don’t miss out—visit our sponsored retailers below to secure yours. Keep reading for all the exciting details and visuals! CLICK THE LINKS BELOW TO PRE-ORDER YOURS G.I. Joe Classified Series Retro Cardback Cobra Eel 6-Inch Action Figure G.I. Joe Classified Series Retro Cardback Beach Head 6-Inch Action Figure G.I. Joe Classified Series Retro Cardback Snow Serpent 6-Inch Action…
Read MoreWho doesn’t love an underdog story? Super7 certainly does and for generations of fans, the Rocky movie franchise has been the defining story of an underdog who makes it all the way to the top! The latest wave of Rocky ReAction Figures features unforgettable characters and moments from the cinematic classic, including Mickey, Robe Rocky, and Street Rocky. With the new Rocky ReAction Figures you’ve got more than a puncher’s chance of taking your collection all the way to the title! CLICK THE LINKS BELOW TO PRE-ORDER YOURS! Rocky I…
Read MoreCheck out the newly revealed Mondo Masters of the Universe 1/6 Scale Teela Timed Edition Figure, set for pre-order starting at 1pm EST on MondoShop.com, with a price tag of $250! This special Timed Edition of the Teela 1/6 Scale Figure is a collector’s dream, featuring synthetic fur detailing and an impressive selection of weapons and portraits. Among the highlights is a portrait that pays homage to Mattel’s 200X series. To top it all off, Teela comes with a magnificent serpent headdress, befitting her role as the Mystic Guardian of Grayskull.…
Read MoreThe G.I. Joe universe, a sprawling saga of military heroes and villains that has captured the imagination of fans through comics, toys, and television series, is home to many intriguing characters and factions. Among these, Destro’s Iron Grenadiers stand out as a formidable force. The story of these elite mercenaries, loyal to the arms dealer known as Destro, weaves together themes of loyalty, power, and ambition. This blog post delves into the history and origins of the Iron Grenadiers, exploring their place in the G.I. Joe universe. To understand the…
Read MoreComplete images, specifications, and pre-order options are now available for three newly unveiled McFarlane Collector Edition figures. Featuring Starfire, Captain Boomerang, and The Penguin, each figure is available for acquisition. They are enhanced with superior paint quality and additional accessories, including a collector’s card, a stand, and unique packaging. The retail price is set at $29.99, with shipping expected in June 2024. Explore further to see all the details, or visit our sponsors to secure your figures today! Captain Boomerang (The Flash) McFarlane Collector Edition #13 George “Digger” Harkness is…
Read MoreOn this week’s episode of Half The Battle, I take a look back at one of the original G.I. Joe figures from 1982, ‘Grunt‘. 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 MoreThe launch of the first season of Doctor Who under Russell T Davies‘ stewardship has been marked by the release of a thrilling second trailer, accompanied by the revelation of the season’s episode titles and the creative minds behind them, as reported by SFFGazette.com. This latest preview not only introduces fresh footage but also highlights the enhanced production quality funded by Disney+. Russell T Davies has once again taken the helm in writing for the series, with the notable participation of Steven Moffat in the third episode, “Boom.” The series…
Read More“Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire” is captivating audiences in cinemas, and the film’s director has just shared some exciting updates about the upcoming animated Ghostbusters series for Netflix. Netflix announced two years ago that it was launching a new animated series in the Ghostbusters universe, with Jason Reitman and Gil Kenan at the helm as executive producers for Ghost Corps Inc., in collaboration with Sony Pictures Animation. Since the initial reveal, information has been scarce, leaving fans eager for updates on the cast, crew, and storyline. In a fresh update, director Gil…
Read MoreStory by Mitchell Smith Welcome to the Outpost. Today I’m taking a look at the 2009 G.I. Joe R.H.I.N.O. with driver Rampage. This was a repaint of the 2005 version that came with driver Cannonball. Although I love Rampage whose name was changed in 2003 from Heavy Metal to Rampage and came with the Split Fire, I would have loved to see Cannonball too. Heavy Metal is of course the driver of the 1985 Mauler, a vehicle I would have loved to see in a modern version, but I’m happy…
Read MoreStory by Mitchell Smith Hello everybody. Happy Easter. Easter is a time of rebirth and renewed life as the Earth comes out of its Winter months and everything comes back to life. I watched the 2003 documentary “Touching The Void” over the weekend and it is a remarkable true story about 2 young rock climbers who nearly died scaling the icy face of Siula Grande in the Peruvian Andes. 2 young men Joe Simpson and Simon Yates set out to climb the glacial mountain in 1985 and become the first…
Read MoreOn this special edition of Half The Battle, We take a look at the Indiana Jones figure from Hasbro‘s 2008 3.3/4″ toy line ! Check out the full review in the player below and as always like share and subscribe to my YouTube channel if that’s your thing. Or share your thoughts in the comments below!
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