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On this weekends special edition of Half The Battle, I take a look at the Transformers G1 Pretender “Octopunch” figure! 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 MoreStory by Staff Writer “Shaft” G.I. Joe Clutch is listed as a PMS of “Transportation” and SMS of “Infantry”. Looking up the Transportation Corps for the US Army the closest MOS that would be relevant to Clutch is the 88M Motor Transport Operator, which is basically a military truck driver. It is a combat service support position so he would not have been on the front lines fighting or anything. I think it would be more logical that Clutch started out as an 88M then re-classed as an 11B infantry…
Read MoreWhen it comes to G.I. Joe, the iconic toy line and media franchise created by Hasbro, most fans instantly think of beloved characters like Duke, Snake Eyes, and Cobra Commander. However, the G.I. Joe universe is brimming with lesser-known gems just waiting for their moment in the spotlight. In this article, we’re going to delve into the world of G.I. Joe Classified action figures and explore five obscure characters who undoubtedly deserve their own action figures in the lineup. 1. Sparks First Appearance: G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero (Cartoon)…
Read MoreOn this week’s episode of Half The Battle, i take you along with me to Belgium’s Fall Comic Con 2023. 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 MoreStory by Mitchell Smith Welcome to the Outpost. Today I’m taking a look at a G.I. Joe figure that I feel is under appreciated. The 1991 Desert Scorpion is a really cool figure. I did not have one as a kid but this is one that would have been a cool army builder, but also would make a cool stand alone character. In 1991 the US was in the middle of a campaign to neutralize the Middle East. GI Joe tapped into that a little with vehicles like the 1992…
Read MoreToday Ken from ToyKennections gives us a rundown of the new Longbow, Recall, Delta-17, and SFA lineup of action 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 MoreOn this week’s episode of Half The Battle, on this week’s episode I kick off Monster Month with a review of the vintage G.I. Joe Mega Marines ‘Bio-Viper‘ and ‘Monstro-Viper‘. 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 MoreG.I. Joe HISS Drivers are listed as “HISS Driver” for their PMS and “Mechanical and Electrical Systems” for their SMS. Also states they are “selected from the best and most evil of Cobra Command’s thousands of yearly recruits”. Not sure if that means they spend some time as a Cobra Trooper first then get selected into the Hisstank branch once they have proven themselves? If that is the case I would imagine it would be difficult for Cobra to fill their Hisstanks up quick enough due to attrition and needing…
Read MoreHot Toys has unleashed a wave of excitement among Star Wars fans with their latest reveal – the highly-anticipated Hera Syndulla 1/6 Scale Figure, inspired by the Star Wars: Ahsoka TV Series. The exquisite craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail make this collectible a must-have for any Star Wars aficionado. Standing tall at 11.8 inches, this Hera Syndulla figure boasts an impressive 28 points of articulation, ensuring dynamic and lifelike poses. Clad in a finely tailored fabric outfit, Hera’s appearance is strikingly accurate to her on-screen counterpart. One of the…
Read MoreWhen it comes to the world of G.I. Joe, the battle between good and evil is a timeless theme that has captured the hearts and minds of fans for generations. While Cobra Commander has long been the iconic antagonist, there’s another character that deserves recognition for his cunning intellect, military prowess, and complex character development: Serpentor. In this op-ed, we will explore the reasons why Serpentor outshines Cobra Commander in the G.I. Joe comics, action figures, and animated series. 1. A Brilliant Military Strategist Serpentor, unlike Cobra Commander, boasts an…
Read MoreMattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) has just unveiled an exhilarating collaboration that will send action figure enthusiasts into a frenzy. The iconic brand, Masters of the Universe, is teaming up with Paramount’s legendary Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise to introduce a groundbreaking toy line known as “The Masters of the Universe Origins Turtles of Grayskull.” This remarkable partnership is set to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles in a way that fans could only dream of. This crossover takes the power of Eternia and merges it with…
Read MoreOn this week’s episode of Half The Battle, on this week’s episode Monster Month continues as I take a look at the top 6 monstrous moments from the original G.I. Joe Cartoon. 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 mid-1980s, Mattel introduced a groundbreaking toy line known as Wheeled Warriors, blending creativity, action figures, and vehicles in a unique and innovative way. Paired with a thrilling 65-episode animated series called “Jayce and the Wheeled Warriors,” the franchise had immense potential. However, despite its innovative design and durable parts, the toy line struggled to connect with its animated counterpart, which ultimately contributed to its short-lived existence. The Wheeled Warriors toy line, released in 1985, was a collection of 13 items, each with distinctive features that set them apart…
Read MoreThe 1980s were a golden era for toy enthusiasts, with a plethora of action figures and vehicles capturing the imaginations of children across the globe. One standout toy line from that era was the Robotech toy line produced by Matchbox. Robotech, a groundbreaking animated series that merged several Japanese anime series into one, was a cultural phenomenon. Matchbox, known for its die-cast cars, ventured into the world of action figures and vehicles with the Robotech toy line, creating a collection that would become iconic. In this essay, we will explore…
Read MoreWelcome to the Outpost. Today I’m taking a look at a vehicle that I feel is under appreciated the G.I. Joe Street Fighter Sonic Boom Tank. I’ve had my eye on the 1994 Street Fighter Sonic Boom for some time. This was a repaint of the 1991 Cobra Paralyzer, but I like the green better than yellow. I also thought about hunting down a Paralyzer or at least the gun which is green to make the Sonic Boom all green. The one I picked up recently is missing the spring…
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