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JoeBattlelines Top Ten O-Ring Figures
O-RING FIGURES
Our last Top Ten ended up being all vehicles and playsets, so you asked for another Top Ten focusing only on figures. You were asked for your Top Ten figures and you responded with quite a few surprises. There is not one single Snake Eyes, Cobra Commander or Duke in your final Top Ten! So let’s get right to it then.
#10. Storm Shadow V2 
Released in 1988 this version of Storm Shadow is a fan favorite, it was his first G.I.Joe Team uniform.
#9. Baroness
Released in 1984, as Scarlett is the first lady of G.I.Joe, Baroness is the first lady of Cobra, and the only female figure to make into the Tope Ten.
LordEd1976 said – Cobra’s number one bad girl. In black leather. What? You need MORE reasons?
50% off Rise of Cobra Bravo vehicles at TRU today only!
According to the Toys R Us email that hit my inbox this morning, on December 1st ONLY TRU will be running a promotion of 50% off all G.I. Joe Bravo class vehicles from the “Rise of Cobra” line. This promotion is valid both in-store and online and includes:
The special does NOT appear to include the newer Pursuit of Cobra vehicles. However, this might be a good time to snag some extra Joe schwag for Toys For Tots this year.
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!
Alexx Shorts: Recondo Won’t Look You In The Eye!
Is it because he can’t or because he won’t? Find out in this thrilling, bear-trap filled review!
Alexx Shorts: Destro on Ice!
Or is Destro putting everyone else on ice? Come on in to find out! I promise there won’t be any dancing. Unless you want there to be dancing…
Alexx Shorts: Zartan, the Desert Mystic!
That’s right everyone: It’s Zartan! At least, it looks like Zartan. Is it Zartan? You’re gona have to come in and find out for yourself, because we can all be sure of one thing: Even Zartan doesn’t know if he’s himself!
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!
Alexx Shorts gets dusty with a dusty Dusty!
That’s right, after a month of neglect, Alexx crawls through a strangely towel-looking desert to bring you PoC Dusty! Join us on the absorbant sand, won’t you?