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Today Ken from ToyKennections takes us toy hunting at the 2024 Vancouver Comics and Toy Show! 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 MoreIn the vast and intricate world of G.I. Joe, a franchise that encompasses toys, comics, cartoons, and movies, few groups stand out quite like the Dreadnoks. This band of renegade mercenaries, introduced in the early 1980s, has captured the imagination of fans with their unique blend of anarchy, loyalty, and comic relief. The Dreadnoks serve as a significant antagonist force, often aligned with Cobra, G.I. Joe’s main adversary, but their distinct personality and modus operandi set them apart from the typical villainous fare. Origins and Evolution The Dreadnoks were first…
Read MoreGet ready to jam out to your favorite theme song! The iconic “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles” meet the transforming world of Transformers in a quirky yet inevitable mash-up. Hasbro’s latest collaboration brings us Party Wallop, a robotic turtle that shifts seamlessly from a turtle van to a robot turtle and back. But wait, which turtle is it? The beauty of Party Wallop lies in choice. With four different heads, belt buckles, and weapon sets included, you can customize your Party Wallop to embody your favorite turtle. Whether you’re feeling rude,…
Read MoreOn this special edition of Half The Battle, We take a look at the original Masters Of The Universe Skeletor figure from 1982! 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!
Read MoreExcitement is mounting among fans of the Turtles of Grayskull MOTU and Ninja Turtles franchise as images of the next round of action figures have surfaced online. Mattel’s much-anticipated Revealed event promises to unveil more details about these eagerly awaited additions to the collection. Let’s take a closer look at the figures that have been teased: With such an exciting array of characters, fans are eagerly anticipating more images and details to be revealed at Mattel’s event later today. Stay tuned for updates as we delve deeper into the world…
Read MoreUnleash your dark side and dominate the galaxy with the latest addition to the Hasbro Black Series collection! As part of Lucasfilm’s Imperial March campaign, Collider brings you an exclusive reveal of the new three-pack featuring iconic villains from the Star Wars universe: Darth Vader, Thrawn, and General Grievous. Priced at $89.99, this set is slated for a Spring 2025 release, with preorders opening on March 21 at 1 PM ET. True to the Black Series standard, each figure boasts full articulation and comes with accessories straight from the entertainment…
Read MoreWelcome to The Outpost. Today I’m taking a look back at G.I. Joe in 2018 as a whole. It was a bitter sweet year as the 3-3/4 figures would come to a screeching halt. Although the past couple of years were almost club and convention exclusives, it was still the end of an era filled with awesome figures and vehicles. There were some great figures in 2018, but even YoJoe.com gave up on completing their archives. They listed Rampart and a female Cobra Officer and their list was done. Other…
Read MoreOn this special edition of Half The Battle, We take a look at SNARL, from the G1 Transformers Action Masters! 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!
Read MoreHot Toys unveils the latest addition to its Marvel Comics X-Men series with the introduction of the Magneto 1/6 Scale Figure. This meticulously crafted collectible is the brainchild of HONŌ STUDIO, marking a fresh wave of creativity from the renowned Hot Toys team. Standing at a commanding 12.6 inches, Magneto boasts an impressive 26 points of articulation, allowing for dynamic posing and display. The figure is adorned in a meticulously tailored fabric outfit, enhancing its visual appeal and authenticity. Among the standout features of this collectible are several interchangeable hands,…
Read MoreToday Ken from ToyKennections gives us a look at the Hasbro’s mid-1990’s unproduced G.I. Joe ‘Ninja Commandos” 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 MoreAuthor: Larry Hama Author: Larry HamaArt: Chris MooneyhamCovers: Andy Kubert and various others for variants On to the issueWe begin Issue 304 with events unfolding, following the haunting image sent from the camera of the assassin automaton before it self destructed at the end of issue 303. Serpentor Khan and Dr. Mindbender are impressed with Alpha 001’s work and want more “enhanced” Cobras created. The scene shifts to the High Sierras, where we discover that the reports of our heroes deaths have been greatly exaggerated. Scarlett, Snake-Eyes and Timber are…
Read MoreMondo has just announced the launch of their latest collectible figures based on the iconic X-Men: The Animated Series. The highlight of this release is the Rogue 1/6 Scale Figure, standing tall at 11.75 inches. This figure comes in two editions: the standard edition, which features multiple interchangeable portraits and hands, and the Timed Exclusive Edition, available only through Mondo. This exclusive variant includes three extra portraits and an impressive severed Sentinel head for display. The Exclusive Edition is set to retail for $235, whereas the Regular Edition will be…
Read MoreIn the realm of action figures and military heroes, few names are as iconic or have as rich a history as G.I. Joe. This narrative not only explores the evolution of a toy line but also delves into the fictional lore of its original character, Joe Colton, known to many as the first G.I. Joe. This tale weaves through the corridors of time, from the mid-20th century to the present, chronicling the birth of an idea that would captivate millions and create a legacy that endures. The story begins in…
Read MoreOn this special edition of Half The Battle, I take a look at the 1996 Star Wars Luke Skywalker in Imperial Guard Disguise! 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!
Read MoreDiscover the latest sensation in the action figure world with the exclusive in-packaging reveal of Moss Man from the Turtles of Grayskull series. Mattel’s talented packaging designer Roy Juarez has just released a captivating video showcasing the final packaged appearance of the Moss Man figure, complete with striking new packaging artwork. This thrilling series merges the iconic worlds of Masters of the Universe and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, set against the backdrop of Eternia. The much-anticipated Moss Man, a highlight of Wave 2, boasts interchangeable plant attack pieces and a…
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