Tag: toy history

Serpentorslair Staff · August 8, 2024

Unveiling the Legacy of the 1980s Centurions Toy Line and Cartoon Series!

August 8, 2024August 10, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff1980s animated series, 1980s Centurions, 1980s pop culture, 1980s toys, 80s nostalgia, Ace McCloud, animated TV shows, Centurions action figures, Centurions cartoon series, Centurions characters, Centurions toy line, classic cartoons, Collectible toys, Crystal Kane, customizable action figures, Doc Terror, exo-frame technology, futuristic themes, Jake Rockwell, Kenner Products, kids' cartoons, Max Ray, multimedia franchises, Power Xtreme, retro toys, Ruby-Spears Productions, science fiction toys, toy and TV synergy, toy history, vintage action figures0 comment

The 1980s stand as a golden era for animated television shows and their accompanying toy lines. One that stands out is “The Centurions: Power Xtreme,” a series that left an indelible mark on many childhoods. A unique blend of high-tech adventure and imaginative play, the Centurions encapsulated the era’s fascination with technology and heroism. Let’s dive into the origins, concept, and impact of this remarkable series. The genesis of the Centurions toy line and cartoon series is a testament to the collaborative spirit of the 1980s entertainment industry. The brainchild…

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 · May 26, 2024

Ken from ToyKennections Explores the Legacy of Wrestling and G.I. Joe Icon Sgt. Slaughter

May 26, 2024May 27, 2024 Serpentorslair Staffaction figure history, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe characters, G.I. Joe collectibles, Ken ToyKennections, Sgt. Slaughter, Sgt. Slaughter history, Sgt. Slaughter video, toy history, Toy Reviews, ToyKennections, ToyKennections YouTube, wrestling collectibles, wrestling history, wrestling icons, wrestling legends, wrestling nostalgia0 comment

Today Ken from ToyKennections gives us a look back at the history of wrestling and G.I. Joe icon Sgt. Slaughter! 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 29, 2024

Fangs of Nostalgia: Exploring the 1989 Cobra Fang II at The Outpost

April 29, 2024April 30, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff1980s toys, 1989 Cobra Fang II, 1989 toys, childhood memories, classic toys, Cobra Fang, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe vehicles, iconic vehicles, nostalgic toys, toy collecting, toy collectors, toy community, toy discussions, toy enthusiasts, toy history, toy nostalgia, toy retrospectives, Toy Reviews, vintage toy reviews., vintage toys0 comment

Story By Mitchel Smith Welcome to The Outpost. Today I’m taking a look at the G.I. Joe 1989 Cobra Fang II. 1989 was a year I received many figures and vehicles including the Fang. I did not have the original Fang so this was something new and cool. At the time I did not think about all the other great vehicles that had been made up till this point. Let’s face it many vehicles and figures from the early eighties were so awesome a second version was like watching “Speed…

Serpentorslair Staff · March 25, 2024

Exploring the Evolution of the Cobra Eel Action Figure

March 25, 2024March 28, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 25th Anniversary, 6 inch figure, action figure, Cobra, Cobra Eel, Collectibles, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe fan, Joe lines, nostalgia, Torpedo, toy collecting, toy craze, toy customization, toy history, toy market, toy pricing, toy review, toy trends, troop building, underwater battles, Wet-Suit0 comment

Story By Mitchell Smith Welcome to The Outpost. Today I’m taking a look at the G.I. Joe Cobra Eel. One thing is for sure whether you are an old school Joe fan, a new fan, or middle of the road fan, the 1980s Joes were all pretty awesome. One of the coolest figures in 1985 was the Cobra Eel. We already had Torpedo from 1994 and we would soon get Wet-Suit in 1986, so having the Eel was perfect for the underwater battles. I did not have an Eel as…

Serpentorslair Staff · January 9, 2024

“Exploring the 2006 G.I. Joe Cobra Grim Skull: A Nostalgic Journey | Half The Battle Podcast Episode”

January 9, 2024January 9, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff2006 G.I. Joe toys, Action figure retrospective, Collectors' discussion, G.I. Joe collectibles, G.I. Joe fan community, G.I. Joe podcast episode, Grim Skull character review, Half The Battle podcast, Like, Nostalgic toy review, Retro toy analysis, Retro toy enthusiasts, Share, Subscribe, toy community, Toy conversation, toy history, Vintage G.I. Joe, YouTube channel, YouTube commentary0 comment

On this week’s episode of Half The Battle, I take a look back at the 2006 G.I. Joe Cobra Grim Skull toy and character. 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 · January 4, 2024

“Diving into the Modern Era: Exploring the Evolution of G.I. Joe Figures from 2007 Onward, with a Spotlight on the Unique 2007 Doc and the World of Customization”

January 4, 2024January 4, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff2007-now, action figures, animated series, Carla Greer, Classified figures, Club exclusives, collector's items, Convention exclusives, Detroit hospital, Doc figure, Figure customization, figure design, file card, G.I.Joe, gi joe, Hasbro, military recruitment, modern era, nostalgic toys, O-ring figure, removable head, Toy collectibles, toy discussion, toy history0 comment

Welcome to the Outpost. I’ve been taking a look at the modern Joes as a whole, but I also want to put some of my favorite modern 2007-now figures under the microscope. 2007 as I mentioned was the dawn of a new era, the 25th modern style Joe. One of the most distinct features is the removable head. The overall design made it relatively simple to swap heads and other body parts to customize figures. Although Hasbro produced a good amount of the original figures some were left out and…

Serpentorslair Staff · November 27, 2023

“Reviving Nostalgia: The Forgotten Gem of 1993 – Hasbro’s Cobra Detonator, a Beastly Ride with Epic Play Value!”

November 27, 2023November 27, 2023 Serpentorslair Staff1993, 90s toys, childhood memories, Cobra Detonator, Cobra vehicle, epic play value, foam missiles, forgotten gem, front Ram part, G.I. Joe, Hasbro, launching mechanism, Nitro Viper, nostalgia, nostalgic relics, retro play, toy aficionados, toy collectors, toy discussion, toy enthusiasts, toy exploration, toy history, toy review, toy showcase, toy vehicles, underappreciated toys, vintage toys0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Welcome to the Outpost. Today I’m taking a look at a G.I. Joe vehicle that is under appreciated in my opinion. In 1993 Hasbro was still making some cool vehicles. At this point there had been a wide range of small, medium, and large vehicles in the Joe franchise, some of which were awesome and down right EPIC and some that weren’t as glorious. The Detonator is a large Cobra vehicle that I never hear anything about. This is a cool unique Cobra Vehicle that was…

Serpentorslair Staff · November 13, 2023

The Hidden Hero: ‘Muskrat’ in G.I. JOE – The Underrated Gem You Didn’t Know You Were Missing!”

November 13, 2023November 13, 2023 Serpentorslair Staff1990s toys, 1993 Battle Corp, action figure, childhood toys, classic toys, Collectibles, figure discussion, gi joe, GI Joe collectors, GI Joe fan, military figure, Muskrat, Muskrat figure review, nostalgic toys, overlooked toys, rare toys, removable helmet, retro toys, toy analysis, toy appreciation, toy collector, toy community, toy customization, toy enthusiasts, toy finding, toy history, toy hunting, toy market, toy memories, toy repaint, toy review, underappreciated figures, vintage action figures, vintage toys0 comment

Welcome to the Outpost. Today I’m taking a look at a G.I. Joe figure that is under appreciated in my opinion. The 1993 Battle Corp Muskrat is a figure I never hear anything on. This is actually a really cool version. I had the original Muskrat as a kid and I think everyone will agree he is awesome. Somehow I think the 1993 version slipped through the crack. Now he was oddly changed from a jungle/swamp soldier to a heavy fire specialist but the figure itself had potential. There are…

Serpentorslair Staff · November 2, 2023

Nostalgia Unleashed: G.I. Joe Eco Warriors of the 1990s!

November 2, 2023November 2, 2023 Serpentorslair Staff1990s, action figures, Captain Planet, Cesspool, Clean-Sweep, Cobra, color-change uniforms, Eco Warriors, environmental awareness, environmental responsibility, Flint, G.I. Joe, Hasbro, neon colors, nostalgia, Ozone, Real American Heroes, Sludge Vipers, Toxic Crusaders, toxic sludge, Toxo Vipers, Toxo Zombies, toy history, water-squirting weapons0 comment

The 1990s were a time of neon colors, environmental awareness, and, of course, some of the most memorable action figures in toy history. Hasbro’s G.I. Joe franchise, known for its ever-evolving cast of characters and thrilling missions, introduced a unique team of heroes in the ’90s: the Eco Warriors. These action figures were like no other, armed with water-squirting weapons and color-changing Eco-suits, and they had an essential mission—to combat the environmental havoc unleashed by Cobra. Let’s dive into the vibrant world of G.I. Joe Eco Warriors and discover what…