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Read MoreStory by Mitchell Smith Welcome to The Outpost. Super7 is putting out some really cool O-Ring G.I. Joe figures. Although the price is a bit steep these figures are definitely plastic crack. In an attempt to find the illustrious Fatal Fluffy I landed Ramar and Duke from the original mini series. I Really love these modern O-Ring figures even though they are not quite the same as the original eighties and nineties figures, it’s nice getting some of the great characters we never got as kids. The Duke and Ramar…
Read MoreWhen it comes to iconic villains of the 1980s, Cobra Commander slithers to the top of the list. As the ruthless and often theatrically over-the-top leader of the terrorist organization Cobra in the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero franchise, this serpentine schemer has undergone more transformations than a chameleon at a costume party. From animated series to comics, action figures, and live-action films, Cobra Commander has evolved with every decade, keeping his silver-tongued brand of tyranny alive and well. The Hiss Heard ‘Round the World: 1980s Cartoon OriginsCobra Commander…
Read MoreIn the latest Hasbro Pulse video, we get an insider’s intel briefing straight from the minds behind the battlefield. Lenny, principal designer of the G.I. Joe Classified Line, teams up with comic writer Josh Williamson to pull back the curtain on the first six issues of the G.I. Joe Energon Universe—and let’s just say, this is not your childhood comic. From high-stakes battles to political intrigue and emotional character arcs, the Energon Universe is reinventing G.I. Joe for a new era while keeping the heart-pounding tension and classic tech that…
Read MoreHasbro has just dropped a bombshell on the G.I. Joe fan community—the Dreadnoks Cold Slither figures are coming to the Classified Series! These figures bring to life one of the wildest moments from the 1985 G.I. Joe cartoon, where Zartan and his gang went undercover as a Cobra-funded rock band in an attempt to brainwash the masses. The History of Cold Slither Featured in the episode “Cold Slither” from G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, Cobra hatches a bizarre yet brilliant plan to hypnotize America’s youth through subliminal messages hidden…
Read MorePublished in 1993, G.I. Joe #141 was not just another issue—it was the tipping point in this legendary crossover. By this time, Megatron had been rebuilt and upgraded with the help of Cobra, leading to a powerful new form that would define his Generation 2 persona. With his new tank alt-mode, Megatron was deadlier than ever, and the stakes for both the Joes and the Autobots had never been higher. Having overheard that Scarlett has revealed that she is a double agent to Dr. Biggles Jones, Snake Eyes breaks from…
Read MoreOn this week’s episode of Half The Battle, I discuss the G.I. Joe Cobra Vehicle Driver Troops! 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 the the 1986 episode 1 of the 5 part miniseries Arise, Serpentor, Arise! At this point in Gi Joe history there were many great characters established. Even some of smaller characters had action figures with file cards and may have had a larger part in the comics. At the time it was hard to believe there could be a lot of new and exciting characters created. Millions of kids like me had become accustomed to characters…
Read MoreWe announced earlier this year that Super7 would be offering a new line of G.I. Joe figures coming in the fall of 2024 with the same body construction you remember from the G.I. Joe’s you played with in the 1980s. Now the first pre-production images of those figures are hitting the web, and the excitement is palpable. In these early images we see Tomax and Xamot in their classic cartoon business suits, and we get at look at Snake Eyes, Cobra Commander, B.A.T. and Cover Girl, as she appeared in…
Read MoreG.I. Joe: A Real American Hero animated series was more than just a cartoon; it was a shared experience that defined childhood for many of us. It wasn’t just about the action figures or the battle between G.I. Joe and Cobra; it was about the stories, the characters, and the lessons learned. Today, I’m taking a trip down memory lane to discuss my top 10 episodes of the G.I. Joe cartoon, and I invite you to share your favorites as well. These episodes stand out for their storytelling, character development,…
Read MoreYo Joe June kicked off today with an exciting stream from the G.I. Joe Hasbro team. They changed things up this time by showcasing nearly everything in the first week. Today’s highlights included mainline Classified releases such as Storm Shadow V2, Iron Grenadier, Iron Grenadier BAT, and Alpine. In the Retro line, they revealed Cobra Commander with a vac metal face, Stalker, and a classic Cobra Trooper. On the exclusives front, we saw Marauders Lowlight and Spirit, Marauders Slaughter, and the Cobra Stinger. Additionally, they shared renders for Saw Viper…
Read MoreStory by Mitchell Smith Welcome to The Outpost. Today I’m taking a look at GI Joe episode 1 “The Cobra Strikes”, originally airing on September 12, 1983. I can’t remember as an 8 year old if I caught that first episode or not. One thing is for sure it didn’t take long for me to be excited to get out of school and take that hour bus ride home to watch Scooby Doo and GI Joe right after. I just rewatched episode 1 and right from the get go there…
Read MoreIn the realm of G.I. Joe, few characters epitomize villainy as thoroughly as Major Bludd. A merciless mercenary, Major Bludd’s reputation is as fearsome as his prowess in combat and his allegiance to the highest bidder. His recent resurgence in Skybound’s Energon Universe has sparked renewed interest in this iconic character, offering both seasoned enthusiasts and newcomers a fresh perspective on his significance within the G.I. Joe franchise. The Origins of Major Bludd Major Sebastian Bludd entered the G.I. Joe universe during the 1980s, swiftly carving out a niche as…
Read MoreSkybound Entertainment is reigniting the excitement for G.I. Joe aficionados, both seasoned and new, by reintroducing the cherished Marvel Comics series penned by Larry Hama. Taking a nostalgic journey back to the 1980s, Skybound Entertainment is resurrecting the iconic G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero comic series, originally published by Marvel Comics. This comic saga, intertwined with Hasbro’s multimedia revival of the G.I. Joe toyline, chronicles the adventures of the G.I. Joe team as they confront the nefarious Cobra, a global terrorist organization hell-bent on domination. After languishing out of…
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…
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