After the lackluster performance of last year’s “Rise of Cobra” themed set, it seems that Hasbro is returning to an exclusive with a much more wide-spread appeal:
Sgt. Slaughter as 2010 Exclusive!
With the cross-over appeal to the wrestling fans as well as the long-time Joe fans, I’m forseeing a sell-out on this particular exclusive akin to the “Convention Destro” from a few years ago.
This weekend many Joe fans were hunkered down over their computers hitting “refresh” waiting for the latest news from the International Toy Fair in New York City. News and pics have started pouring in at the sites listed below:
ToyNewsI.com:
So, new figures– or at least redeco’ed “Pursuit of Cobra” figures with no more movie likenesses, new vehicles, Sigma 6 Mechs overhauled, Resolute 7 packs, and more. It seems that the line is in transition yet again but at least the Resolute figures are FINALLY seeing the light of day.
The G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club have posted images of their third upcoming convention figure, Flint. You can view all the full-sized pics and the full press release here.
The G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club have posted images of their second upcoming convention figure, the Red Torch Troopers. You can view all the full-sized pics and the full press release here.
The G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club have posted images of their upcoming convention figure, Black Major. You can view all the full-size pics and the full press release here.
According to the G.I. Joe Club’s downloadable convention brochure, this year’s 3 3/4″ set is Red Shadows International. Flint has been captured by Black Major and his Red Shadows, and it’s up to an international team to save him.
The figures included in the boxed set are: Black Major, Interrogator, Flint, six Red Torches, and six Red Shadow Troopers.
We’ll have more information and images when it becomes available.
While details of the upcoming 2010 convention set are still unknown, the G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club have posted a new teaser card art pic of their upcoming convention figure, Cobra Interrogator. The club has also confirmed Interrogator will come with a new removable helmet, and the set will be done in classic O-ring style.
A cause that is very near and dear to my heart. The following is a press release from Hasbro. Join in the discussion here.
HASBROS G.I. JOE BRAND JOINS FORCES WITH
TOYS FOR TOTS AND ACTOR DENNIS QUAID
IN AN IMPORTANT HOLIDAY MISSION
Be a Hero and Help Deliver the Magic of the Holidays to Less Fortunate Children
PAWTUCKET, R.I., November 10, 2009 Over 14 million children live in poverty in the United States. They need a hero this holiday season and here to answer the call of duty is the G.I. JOE brand from Hasbro (NYSE: HAS).
Hasbros G.I. JOE brand, the Marine Toys for Toys Foundation and actor Dennis Quaid are joining forces to help make this holiday season a little brighter for less fortunate children. For every G.I. JOE: The Rise of Cobra toy purchased at stores from November 11 through November 26 (Veterans Day through Thanksgiving), Hasbro will donate a new toy (up to 300,000 toys with a minimum $3.99 value) to Toys for Tots. Actor Dennis Quaid, who plays GENERAL HAWK in the 2009 blockbuster film G.I. JOE: The Rise of Cobra, from Paramount Pictures and Spyglass Entertainment, in association with Hasbro, will voice a national radio spot, due to premier on Veterans Day, November 11, to help raise awareness for this campaign and the positive impact The U.S. Marines and Toys for Tots make on the lives of children.
As long time supporters of Toys for Tots, we recognize and applaud the important work the organization does on behalf of economically disadvantaged children nationwide, said John Frascotti, Hasbros Chief Marketing Officer. In working with Toys for Tots once again this year, they were very clear that new toys for the children they serve would be in greater need than ever during these difficult economic times, and we are pleased to step up and do our part.
We know this year will be especially hard on families as many have already started to significantly tighten the purse strings, said retired Marine Corps Major Bill Grein, USMC (Ret), vice president of marketing and development for the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation. These families need a hero this holiday season and Hasbro is it. Their generous gift of toys and games will enable us to deliver the magic of the holiday season to many of our nations neediest children.
For more information about how you can help make a difference, please visit www.gijoe.com.
That’s right everyone, the Walmart exclusives battle sets have hit! I posted some in-package pics here. Enjoy!
Here’s some of the work being put out by fans at JBL:
Customs:
Night Creeper Squad Leader by Alexx
Tunnel Rat, Monkeywrench, Falcon, Short-Fuse by Nighthawk
ROC Sgt. Slaughter by SalemCrow
Classic Serpentor & Night Viper by Mysterious Stranger
Dial Tone by Madmac41