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News related to the G.I. Joe toy line.

2008 wave 5 up for pre-order at BBTS!

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bigbadtoystore2.jpgYou’ve seen the pics at GIJoe.com– now pre-order the most ambitious wave produced to date!

BigBadToyStore.com has listed a pre-order for a special “internet exclusive” case pack which features 2 of each of the BAT and Snow Serpent and one of each of the remaining figures of Hawk, Bazooka, Barbeque, and Storm Shadow (Black)! Also, take advantage of the current pricing on this case as Hasbro has raised the individual cost on the figures by 25%! Once these cases are sold out, replacements will be ordered at the newer higher pricepoint!

Take advantage of the pre-order here!

Wave 5 2008 Pictures on GIJoeClub.com

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GIJoeClub.com has posted pictures of the upcoming Wave 5, 2008 Single Pack figures.  Follow the links below:

Hawk
Bazooka
Barbecue
B.A.T.
Snow Serpent
Storm Shadow

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2008 Wave 3 “in hand” pics!

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gijoe_03.gifA picture is worth a thousand words, sometimes.

Board member “Arashikage Storm” has posted links to his “in hand” pics of 2008 wave 3 including Wild Bill, HISS Driver, Snake Eyes v3, and the sought-after Cobra Viper!

You can check out the pics and join in on the discussion in the forums!

25th Anniversary animation battle packs up for pre-order at BBTS!

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bigbadtoystore2.jpgMore exciting new pre-0rders have been posted at BigBadToyStore.com!

The first two animation battle packs are now available for pre-order and are tentatively scheduled to arrive in July 2008.

Each set includes at least three unique action figures and a DVD copy of one of the first two Sunbow animated mini-series. Also included in each set is a piece of the imfamous “MASS Device”– purchasing all five sets in the line will allow fans to recreate one of Cobra’s most diabolical weapons. The first set – “The MASS Device”– includes Stalker w/ jetpack, Baroness in underwater gear, Cobra Trooper, and “radioactive” Snake Eyes w/ Timber. The second set — “The Revenge of Cobra”– includes Lady Lady (sans hat), Destro, Roadblock (with creeper vines), and a replica of the Weather Dominator.

Other sets in the series (not available at this time) include “The Pyramid of Darkness”, “Arise, Serpentor! Arise!”, and “GIJoe: The Movie”.

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25th Anniversary vehicles are available for pre-order at BBTS!

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bigbadtoystore2.jpgThe folks at BigBadToyStore have just listed what might be the most anticipated pre-order of 2008!

Now available for pre-order are the following sets: Armadillo vs. Serpentor’s Air Chariot, HISS Tank w/Rip-It, RAM vs. Trouble Bubble, VAMP w/Clutch, or the set of all four sets!

The vehicle sets are tentively scheduled to arrive in July 2008.

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The 2008 3.75″ convention set preview has begun!

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joecon2008.gifThe folks at GIJoeClub.com have released the first official image from the 2008 Collector’s Convention exclusive 3.75″ figure set!

One of the top minions of the imfamous Headman, Gristle appears to take center stage this year with an all-new deco and some brand-new hardware.  He’s packing a shotgun and the signature weapon of the illusive Munitia  and is ready to lay some serious hurt down on the members of the GIJoe SWAT unit.  However, his shadow hints are more firepower yet to come.

Check out the 2008 3.75″ Convention set preview now!

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Comic Packs Wave 3 REVIEWED!

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gijoe_03.gifNot even a nearly total computer systems crash could delay these reviews!

Wave 3 of the 25th Anniversary comic packs is the first assortment to feature all-new comic stories from GIJoe master scribe Larry Hama. New tales featuring Snake Eyes, Storm Shadow, Tomax, Xamot, and even Scarface are found in the latest wave of comic packs to hit store shelves. New figures and new comics?!! It’s a winning combination!

Check out the new reviews at the 25th Anniversary Comic Pack Index!

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Sideshow Toys officially announces 12″ license

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sideshow.gifIn a move everyone has been expecting for a few weeks, Sideshow Toys has officially announced that they will be producing 12″ figures based on the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero mythos.

According to their press release “Collectors can look forward to an incredible line from Sideshow – it’s really a line created by fans for fans – very detailed and utilizing the best modern production techniques, and heavily inspired by the classic Real American Hero era designs.”

Suggested retail price is starting at $79.99, and you can read the full press release here.

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2008 Toy Fair Coverage!

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toyfair2008.gifGeneral Hawk made the trek down to NYC this weekend to attend Hasbro’s “Collector’s Event” at the 2008 International Toy Fair!

What he saw made many a Joe fan’s heart stop with shock and awe!

Check out Justin’s Toy Fair 2008 Coverage featuring some of the cleanest images on the web!

For more coverage of the 2008 Toy Fair, check out these other sites:
ActionFigureInsider.com
ASMZine.com
HISSTank.com
ToyNewsI.com
YoJoe.com

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Hasbro’s 2008 press release!

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Hasbro logoWith the 2008 International Toy Fair less than 24 hours away, Hasbro’s PR firm has issued a press release offering fans a glimpse of what is to come for the “Real American Heroes” in 2008.

Animation Packs? Vehicles? 40 new single-carded figures? 12 new comic packs? New 12″ figures?

Check out the press release at Hasbro.com and then check back here this weekend for coverage of the 2008 Toy Fair!

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