Tag: G.I. Joe history

Serpentorslair Staff · September 11, 2024

The Origins of the 1987 G.I. Joe Figure and Character ‘Big Boa’

September 11, 2024September 12, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff1980s action figures, 1987 G.I. Joe figures, 25th Anniversary G.I. Joe, Big Boa, Big Boa G.I. Joe origins, Cobra drill instructor, Cobra figures, Cobra organization, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe characters, G.I. Joe collectors, G.I. Joe history, G.I. Joe legacy, G.I. Joe toy line, G.I. Joe toys, G.I. Joe villains, Hasbro, Rocky Balboa, Sgt. Slaughter, vintage action figures0 comment

The 1980s were a golden era for action figures, with Hasbro’s G.I. Joe line at the forefront of the toy industry. Among the many memorable characters introduced in the G.I. Joe universe, Big Boa stands out as one of the most unique and intriguing. Released in 1987, Big Boa was the Cobra organization’s brutish drill instructor, tasked with whipping new recruits into shape with his fierce training regimens. But how did this character come to be, and what was the story behind his creation? Concept and Development The character of…

Serpentorslair Staff · July 13, 2024

Exploring the Legacy: Ken from ToyKennections Unveils the History of G.I. Joe Adventure Team

July 13, 2024 Serpentorslair Staffaction figures, Adventure Team breakdown, G.I. Joe Adventure Team, G.I. Joe history, G.I. Joe legacy, G.I. Joe videos, Ken ToyKennections, Ken’s latest videos, toy collecting, toy community, toy history, Toy Reviews, ToyKennections, vintage toys, YouTube toy channel0 comment

Today Ken from ToyKennections breaks down the rich history of the G.I. JOE ADVENTURE TEAM!! 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!

Serpentorslair Staff · July 9, 2024

Exploring the 1982 Vintage G.I. Joe MMS Vehicle: Join the Conversation on This Week’s Episode of Half The Battle!

July 9, 2024July 9, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff1982 G.I. Joe, Classic G.I. Joe toys, G.I. Joe 1982, G.I. Joe collectors, G.I. Joe community, G.I. Joe discussion, G.I. Joe episode, G.I. Joe history, G.I. Joe MMS, G.I. Joe MMS review, Half The Battle, retro toys, toy collecting, vintage G.I. Joe vehicles, Vintage toy review0 comment

On this week’s episode of Half The Battle, I discuss the vintage G.I. Joe MMS vehicle from 1982! 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!

Serpentorslair Staff · July 7, 2024

Exploring the Legacy: Ken’s Deep Dive into G.I. Joe’s 1980s History on ToyKennections!

July 7, 2024July 8, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff1980s G.I. Joe, 80s toys, classic G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe collection, G.I. Joe collectors, G.I. Joe documentary, G.I. Joe fans, G.I. Joe figures, G.I. Joe history, G.I. Joe video, G.I. Joe YouTube channel, Ken ToyKennections, subscribe ToyKennections, ToyKennections, Vintage G.I. Joe0 comment

Today Ken from ToyKennections gives us a look at the History of G.I. Joe in the 1980s! 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!

Serpentorslair Staff · April 2, 2024

Exploring the Original G.I. Joe ‘Grunt’ Figure from 1982 – Half The Battle Episode Review

April 2, 2024April 4, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff1982 Grunt Review, Classic Toy Review, G.I. Joe 1982, G.I. Joe Figure Discussion, G.I. Joe history, Grunt Figure Review, Half The Battle YouTube, Original G.I. Joe Figures, Subscribe Toy Review Channel, Toy Collector YouTube Channel0 comment

On 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!

Serpentorslair Staff · February 20, 2024

Hero in Hand: The Legacy of Joe Colton and the Birth of G.I. Joe

February 20, 2024February 21, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff1960s toys, action figure backstory, action figures, American hero, animated series, childhood heroes, children's imagination, cultural icon, evolving heroes, G.I. Joe history, G.I. Joe legacy, G.I.Joe Comics, Hasbro toys, Joe Colton story, Military heroes, Real American Hero, Toy collectibles, toy evolution, toy industry innovation, toy storytelling, valor and honor0 comment

In 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…

Serpentorslair Staff · January 7, 2024

“G.I. Joe Guru Larry Hama’s Top 10 Heroes and Hated 5: A Revealing Journey into the Legendary Creator’s Favorites and Flops”

January 7, 2024January 9, 2024 Serpentorslair StaffBaroness, Cobra Commander, G.I. Joe characters, G.I. Joe creator, G.I. Joe franchise, G.I. Joe history, G.I. Joe legends, G.I.Joe, G.I.Joe Comics, Hama's least favorite characters, IDW Publishing, Larry Hama, Larry Hama favorites, Larry Hama interview, Marvel Comics, Nathan Cabaniss, Real American Hero, Screenrant, Skybound Entertainment, Snake Eyes, Storm Shadow, Toyfare Q & A, Zartan1 Comment

Legendary G.I. Joe creator Larry Hama, often hailed as the godfather of the franchise, recently shared his insights on the characters he cherishes and those he’s not particularly fond of. As the saga of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero continues under Hama’s guidance, it’s evident that his deep connection to the series spans over four decades, from its Marvel Comics origins in the 1980s to its current iteration at Skybound Entertainment. With an extensive portfolio boasting over 300 issues, Hama’s intimate understanding of the G.I. Joe characters is unparalleled.…