G.I. Joe FSS 3 Final Shipment is on its Way!

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The G.I. Joe FSS 3 final shipment is on its way to fans and thanks to Alyosha of BrokenArrowToys.com we have some in-hand images of the final figures.  Note: this includes the mysterious 13th figure which, after Joe Con 2015, may have been the worst-kept secret in history.

Seriously– if you don’t want the G.I. Joe FSS 3 final shipment spoiled stop reading now.  If you’re like me, click below and find out after the jump!

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G.I. Joe FSS 4 Nunchuck Unveiled!

G.I. Joe FSS 4 reveals continue with the camo-clad ninja – Nunchuck!

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G.I. JOE NINJA COMMANDO: NUNCHUK

(Based on the 1992 G.I. Joe action figure!)

Includes: removable hood & harness, dart pouch with removable dart, swords x 2, dual sword sheath backpack, nunchuku sticks, sai x 2, and figure stand.

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G.I. Joe FSS 4 Inferno BAT revealed

It’s another G.I. Joe FSS 4 reveal!  Things are heating up with the Inferno BAT!

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COBRA BATTLE ANDROID TROOPER: COBRA INFERNO B.A.T

(Based on the variant Cobra action figure!)

Includes: backpack with four removable hand attachments and figure stand.

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Classic G.I. Joe vol #16 drops June 23

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Classic G.I. Joe volume 16 is coming from IDW Publishing!

IDW Publishing, current holder of the G.I. Joe comic licence, made a lot of Joe fans happy when they completed the “Classic G.I. Joe” trade paperback series begun by Marvel Comics several years ago.  In 15 volumes, IDW reprinted the entire 155 issues of the classic Marvel Comics G.I. Joe A Real American Hero comic series, giving many fans their first chance to buy reading copies of the entire classic run.

Now they’re continuing the series with G.I. Joe Classic vol 16 – which collects the continuation series published by IDW and written by Larry Hama.  Collecting #155 1/2 – #165, this volume brings the new ARAH title right next to the classic Marvel series of the book shelf of fans everywhere!

If you’d like to snag a copy to add to your collection, keep your eyes peeled around June 23, 2015 when Classic G.I. Joe vol 16 is scheduled for release.  Or, if you’d like to pre-order it now (and help JBL in the process at not extra cost to yourself) consider using the Amazon affiliate link below.

G.I. Joe FSS 4 Law & Order Preview

It’s a new week and a new preview for G.I. Joe FSS 4!

Based on the original 1987 version, feast your eyes on the classic MP duo of Law & Order:

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G.I. JOE MILITARY POLICE & K-9: LAW & ORDER

(Based on the 1987 G.I. Joe action figure!)

Includes: removable helmet & vest, submachine gun, nightstick, K-9 with leash, pistol with suppressor, and figure stand.

Not a lot of surprises here… it’s the 30th anniversary Law body and head with the 25th Anniversary Wild Bill vest in the classic color scheme.  The helmet bugs me as it’s not a great fit on the head and hasn’t been since the original release.

The sign-up deadline is Tuesday June 9, 2015!  So, if you’re interested in G.I. Joe FSS 4.0, just hit the link below and sign-up before it’s too late!

What do you think?  Love it? Hate it?  Expecting something completely different?  Let us know your thoughts in the comments below!

Support Collecting the Art of G.I. Joe on Kickstarter

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The Kickstarter for Collecting the Art of G.I. Joe is now LIVE!

If you’ve been to 3DJoes.com any time recently you might have already seen the hardcover edition of this book listed.  It’s an incredible coffee table volume that spotlights the amazing package art from the 1982 – 1983 releases from the classic G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero line.  The hardcover volume collects newly digitally restored artwork in an incredible 8″ x 11″ volume that shows just what made the classic packaging so attractive.  The only downside of this volume was that it carried a hefty price tag of $205.

Enter the Collecting the Art of G.I. Joe Kickstarter!

A pledge of $45.00 (plus shipping) will secure your very own paperback copy of Collecting the Art of G.I. Joe vol 1!  With a modest funding goal of $6,000.00 this project will make paperback copies of the book available to more fiscally-conscious fans everywhere!

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Remember Them on Memorial Day

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Today is Memorial Day.

It’s more than just a day off of work or a day to cook out or run out and check out the latest department store sales.  It’s a day to remember those who have served our nation and to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice so that the rest of us may life in a free nation.

Today, take a moment and remember those who have fallen.  If you see a soldier or a veteran, thank them for their service.  While you may not think of it as a big deal, those words of appreciate may mean a lot to members of the Armed Forces past or present.  Let them know you appreciate their service.

We are able to enjoy Memorial Day thanks to their efforts and their sacrifice.

Sunbow G.I. Joe is now live on Vimeo!

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95 episodes of G.I. Joe are now LIVE on Vimeo!

Today’s the day, Joe Fans!  The entire Sunbow animated G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero series is available on the internet video-sharing service.  As we reported previously, Vimeo will apply following rates to content:

  • 24 hour episode rental – 99 cents
  • Single episode purchase – $1.99
  • Complete series purchase – $40.00

To paraphrase Roadblock: “If you’re hankering for some Sunbow G.I.Joe, head on over to Vimeo!”  And now you know…

G.I. Joe FSS 4 Sign-Up is LIVE! First previews!

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It’s time!  G.I. Joe FSS 4 sign-up is now LIVE!

The sign-up deadline is Tuesday June 9, 2015!  So, if you’re interested in FSS 4.0, just hit the link below and sign-up before it’s too late!  Check out our first preview images of Barricade and Jammer!

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Nerdrahtio talks G.I. Joe and more with Loyal Subjects

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Our good friends over at Nerdrahtio sat down recently with Jonathan Cathey, Owner/CEO of The Loyal Subjects, a Los Angeles-based toy company that’s tackling some of the biggest licenses in pop culture right now.  TMNT, Transformers, Mighty Morphin’ Power Rangers.  All of these and G.I. Joe are part of their current offerings but even more is coming down the pipeline!

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