Pursuit of Cobra wave 3 in stock at HasbroToyShop.com!

Just a quick post– the Pursuit of Cobra wave 3 figures are now “in stock” at HasbroToyShop.com!

Included in this wave are:

  • Conrad “Duke” Hauser Team Commander
  • Cobra Shock Trooper
  • Snake Eyes Ninja Commando
  • Storm Shadow – Cobra Ninja

Check ’em all out on this page!  HTS is also offering Free Shipping on orders over $50.00!

Coming soon – RAHC Guide covering 1997 – 2007!

Long-time JBL member James Kavanaugh dropped this very juicy tidbit in my inbox on Monday.  Now, one of my favorite eras of G.I. Joe will have the guidebook it deserves!

Coming soon, the adventure continued in 1997 and is now completely documented in the R.A.H.C. Guide!

After a brief hiatus in 1994, G.I. Joe:  A Real American Hero gained a resurgence in pop culture causing a re-release of some favorite characters in their classic molds.  This revival eventually induced some experimenting with these classic characters in bold and exciting new directions.  Not only did fans get to revisit some of their most cherished icons within the G.I. Joe mythos, they were introduced to new characters that are now known and loved.

This full color, 172 page compendium fully explores all six series that were produced within the second generation O-ring torso era (1997-2007) including the Built to Rule line and the Collectors Club special releases.  This guide beautifully illustrates the era’s 689 action Figures, 135 vehicles and play sets and 1,349 accessories including all known variations.  Not only is every accessory present and accounted for, they have each been assigned a unique number and identified throughout the resource guide.  The accessories are then culminated in a separate section clearly displayed and organized by category.  Each action figure has been carefully examined between its initial run and further re-releases to ensure that an accurate sample is clearly and concisely presented for the collector who is identifying individual action figures or sorting through unorganized lots.  Subscribe to the R.A.H.C. Guide’s e-mail list at rahc.guide@gmail.com to stay in tune with all the latest updates!

I’ve made no bones about the fact that, while the “no-ring” Joes have some great sculpting I still prefer my Joes with that antiquated little construction element.  When James first showed me proof pages for this book several years ago, I was blown away by the sheer amount of detail that he was putting into it.  It’s a true labor of love from one of THE most passionate fans that I know and it’s an honor and a privilege to be able to post the announcement for this project.  However, don’t take my word for it– look at the gallery of images below which offer a preview of the Joe-goodness that will be contained within.  Seriously– it’s going to be THAT good!

Cobra Commander Dio From Sideshow

Sideshow has posted up images of their new Cobra Commander Diorama that goes up for presale tomorrow, Tuesday November 23rd,  will be priced at $299.99.  There will be 2 versions available one with two additional switch-out heads (helmeted and hooded), switch-out left hand holding a sword, and switch-out right hand holding a pistol.  There will also be a regular version without switch-out accessories which they currently have listed at the same price.  Here’s a few images,you can visit their site by clicking above to view more.

G.I.Joe Collectors Club 2011 Club Exclusive

The G.I.Joe Club has revealed their Members 2011 Club  Sea Adventrue Exclusive.  Done in 3 3/4 inch 25th sculpt style he is the 4th installment of the Adventure Team sets, and comes with the Sea Wolf II mini sub.   Preorder for the Sea Adventurer will be made available in the near future. 

There are those that say the Sea Adventurer has salt water in his  veins.  And given the number of times he’s faced injury during a dangerous under-water mission, they may just be right!  From fearless encephalopods to fearsome cyber-sharks, the Sea Adventurer faces them all with a fierce determination on his face and an ancient sea-chanty on his tongue!  No matter how the day is won, the other Adventure Team members can always count on the Sea Adventurer to take care of business and live to tell the tale!

G.I.Joe News Brief

There was actually some news from around the web this past week and we’ll do a quick recap for you. 

The Hub announced that it will stream episodes of G.I.Joe Renegades on Hub World, this is good news for those of us who can’t or don’t get the Hub Network. *UPDATE*  Renegades will debut on NOVEMBER 26th! 

Sideshow Collectibles announced that the 1986 Viper is getting the 12 inch treatment, as well Destro is slated for late 2011 or early 2012 release, this is cool news considering the excellent job they’ve been doing on these.    

jones-z-kitty has posted head shot turn around of Duke from Renegades on his DeviantArt page.

And we’re doing it again, last time Vehicles andPlaysets made our JBL Top Ten list so this time we’re focusing on just figures.  But not just any figures, YOUR Top Ten O-Ring figures.  So head on over here to give us your list! 

Special thanks to Generals Joes and The Terrordrome for the news tidbits.