Tag: Retro cartoons

Serpentorslair Staff · January 26, 2026

Cap’n O.G. Readmore: The Sailor Cat Who Made Saturday Mornings Smarter

January 26, 2026January 26, 2026 Serpentorslair Staff1980s Saturday morning, 80s nostalgia, ABC Weekend Special, Cap’n O.G. Readmore, Frank Welker, Friday Night Book Club, kids TV host, literacy PSA, reading encouragement, Retro cartoons0 comment

If you grew up with ABC on a sleepy weekend morning in the mid-to-late 1980s, there’s a good chance you remember a certain seafaring feline popping up between stories. Cap’n O.G. Readmore wasn’t an action hero, a toy commercial mascot, or a glittery pop star—he was something rarer. He was a friendly cat in a nautical outfit whose whole mission was to get kids excited about books. As the puppet host of ABC Weekend Special from 1984 through 1989, he turned “reading for fun” into a legit Saturday-morning vibe. Part…

Serpentorslair Staff · June 24, 2025

Roaring Through the Ages: Why Lion-O Still Rules the ThunderCats

June 24, 2025June 24, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff1980s cartoons, 80s cartoon heroes, animated series classics, Classic animation, Eye of Thundera, Lion-o, Lion-O 1985, Lion-O cartoon, Lion-O figure, Lion-O leadership, Lion-O toy, Mumm-Ra, Rankin Bass, Retro cartoons, Sword of Omens, Thundercats, ThunderCats characters, ThunderCats Ho, ThunderCats lore, ThunderCats reboot, ThunderCats sword0 comment

In the golden age of 1980s animation, a time when Saturday mornings were sacred and lunchboxes doubled as pop culture billboards, one heroic roar echoed above the rest: “ThunderCats, Ho!” That unmistakable call came from none other than Lion-O, the noble and powerful Lord of the ThunderCats. With fiery red hair, the mystical Sword of Omens, and the soul of a boy trapped in a man’s body, Lion-O was more than just a leader—he was a symbol of growth, responsibility, and courage in the face of cosmic evil. A Hero…

Serpentorslair Staff · May 22, 2025

Quack-Ups & Canine Chaos: The Forgotten Charm of Yakky Doodle and Chopper

May 22, 2025May 22, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff1960s Hanna-Barbera, Chopper Hanna-Barbera, Chopper the bulldog, classic cartoon duos, Hanna-Barbera animal cartoons, Hanna-Barbera characters, Hanna-Barbera duck and dog, Hanna-Barbera history, Hanna-Barbera trivia, Retro cartoons, Yakky and Chopper cartoon, Yakky Doodle, Yakky Doodle episodes, Yakky Doodle origins, Yakky Doodle voice actor0 comment

In the golden age of Saturday morning cartoons, Hanna-Barbera created an unforgettable lineup of animated characters—some becoming pop culture giants like Scooby-Doo, while others quietly nestled into the hearts of devoted fans. Among the latter was a lovable little duck named Yakky Doodle and his fiercely protective canine pal Chopper. Though not as frequently spotlighted as Yogi Bear or The Flintstones, this quirky duo earned their place in animation history with charm, humor, and heart. The Quirky Origins of Yakky Doodle Yakky Doodle officially debuted as a solo character in…

Serpentorslair Staff · September 3, 2024

Deep Freeze: Exploring the G.I. Joe Episode ‘Cold Shoulder’ on Half The Battle!

September 3, 2024September 4, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff80s Cartoons, Cold Shoulder episode, G.I. Joe analysis, G.I. Joe Cartoon, G.I. Joe community, G.I. Joe episode review, G.I. Joe fan discussion, G.I. Joe YouTube channel, Half The Battle, Retro cartoons0 comment

On this week’s episode of Half The Battle, I discuss the G.I. Joe Cartoon episode ‘Could Shoulder’! 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 · October 23, 2023

“Blast from the Past: Exploring the 1980s Silverhawks Cartoon Series and Toy Line”!

October 23, 2023October 24, 2023 Serpentorslair Staff'80s kids shows, 1980s cartoons, Bluegrass, Copper Kid, Hotwing, Kenner toys, Limbo Galaxy, Mon*Star, nostalgia, Quicksilver, Rankin/Bass Productions, Retro cartoons, Silverhawks action figures, Silverhawks animated series, Silverhawks playsets, Steelheart and Steelwill, Tally-Hawk, Thundercats0 comment

The 1980s were a remarkable era for animated television, with a plethora of iconic shows that continue to captivate audiences today. Among these beloved classics, the Silverhawks cartoon series and the accompanying toy line stand out as a shining example of that era’s creativity and innovation. In this blog post, we’ll take a nostalgic journey back to the ’80s to uncover the fascinating world of the Silverhawks, from their heroic adventures on screen to the action figures that captured the hearts of countless kids. The Birth of the Silverhawks The…