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Hasbro reveals initial Retaliation figure and vehicle offerings!

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G.I. Joe: Retaliation

Hasbro is taking the pre-Toy Fair initiative and has launched a page revealing many of the initial figure and vehicle offerings for the forthcoming film G.I. Joe: Retaliation!

It’s a pretty diverse list that’s filled with a lot of repaints of both classic and recent vehicles.  However, it’s not just a “reused and repainted slate”– the infamous HISS Scout which only arrived in Canada has been retooled as a Joe vehicle and the recent POC/30th HISS has been given an upgrade as well.  Plus, there’s new figures galore!  Even better– Hasbro is promising 14 more reveals coming soon!

There’s even a Kim Arashikage SDCC figure coming this year!

Check it all out at Hasbro’s G.I. Joe: Retaliation page!

Alexx Shorts: Lifeline

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Do you like doctor things? Well you’re in luck! Lifeline comes with doctor things! They’re totally MEDICAL!

GIJCC: 2012 Renewal figure video featuring Footloose

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It seems that everything drops on the weekends I’m away from my computer.

The G. I. Joe Collector’s Club released a new “video preview” of the 2012 1:18 renewal figure– G.I. Joe Infantryman Footloose!  The figure is a great homage to the original, right down to the helmet and rocket launcher.  Lucky fans who were able to acquire one of the Special Mission: Brazil 2 convention sets last year have already had the opportunity to preview the new head sculpt in person as Claymore and Footloose have always been “tooling twins.”

Last year’s renewal figure Dial Tone sold out in record time and is now commanding some decent prices on the secondary market.  If you’re at all interested in this figure, make certain your club membership is active as of March 16, 2012.  Just visit GIJoeClub.com to ensure Footloose will be arriving at your barracks!

*cue the Kenny Loggins music*

Update on the Figure Subscription Service from the Collector’s Club

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As some of you might have noticed, the latest Collector’s Club newsletter seemed to get ahead of itself with regards to the “ever-forthcoming” Figure Subscription Service from the G.I. Joe Collector’s Club.

Last night, members of the club received the following update:

Here is the update for the Figure Subscription Service:  When we published the last club magazine, we thought that we had the FSS finished but we found another set of bugs.  We are still hoping to finish this any day as they are very close.

We apologize for this dragging out as we never intended for it to take this long.  We are just as frustrated as you are, so please hang in there. The end date will be adjusted accordingly.

Thanks for your understanding and support,

Brian

So, the news is that there is no news.  While I can understand that this is a brand new endeavor for the club and that there is a bit of a learning curve, it would seem that the PR branch of GIJCC has been putting the “cart before the horse” pretty frequently by speaking well before things were ready.  All of the momentum that was gained by the image releases last year will have to be regained in order for this to be a true break-away success.  Hopefully the folks in Texas can get things sorted out in due time and can give us some actual concrete information in the near future.

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Dreadnoks & Marauders exclusive 7-packs IN STOCK @ BigBadToyStore!

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This is a time for less talk and more action!  BBTS now has the exclusive 7-packs listed as IN STOCK!!!  That can only mean that it’s just a matter of time until pre-orders for these plastic gems start shipping!  As of right now, not a single set is listed as “sold out” which means there’s still time to add Sgt. Falcon, Barbecue, Spirit, Mercer, Taurus, Red Dog, Zanzibar, Burnout, Thrasher, Road Pig, Gnawgahyde, Zanya, and Xandar to your Joe collections!  (No “licensing friendly” names used around here!)

Seriously– run, don’t walk and order these today!!!

Card art for all 12 “Club Sub” figs and terms & conditions released!

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Okay, it’s a mega-update for the G.I. Joe Collector’s Club Figure Subscription Service (aka “Club Sub”) and it’s full of card art and terms and conditions!

First off, over the past few weeks the GIJCC has been releasing images of the card art for all 12 of the revealed FSS figures.  Now, this has caused some degree of controversy over the perceived quality of the art.  Personally, I feel that’s for each fan to decide on their own.  All 12 artwork previews are posted below for your viewing pleasure.

Secondly, the club has released a few head shots of the forthcoming figure including close-ups of Jinx, Topside, Big Boa and, most recently, Iron Klaw.  It seems the beret on the former G.I. Joe Extreme cast member is removable!

Lastly, the GIJCC has posted a link to a “Terms and Conditions” document for the FSS.  (No, the pricing STILL isn’t available– just the same $20 – $25 range that has been tossed around for months.)    It’s a PDF download and can also be accessed on the FSS Subscription page of GIJoeClub.com.

Check out ALL of the released images of the FSS offerings belows!

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Alexx Shorts: 30th Cobra Trooper

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Don’t call it a comeback!  They’ve been here for years!  Um…mama said knock you out?

Crimson HISS & 20% off + free shipping code for HasbroToyShop.com

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Tis the season to buy presents… fa-lalala…

HasbroToyShop.com is seeking your holiday dollars and they’ve got a new product and an offer to tempt many a Joe fan!

Just added to their “New To HasbroToyShop” section is the Crimson HISS w/Crimson Horsemen.  Retailing at $19.99 it’s a slick new update on the Pursuit of Cobra HISS from last year.  Plus, it’s piloted by the first-ever Crimson Guard pilot specialist!   However, use the discount code “FNF20FS” and receive 20% off your order with FREE shipping!  Even better– there’s no minimum order so army builders can purchase tanks like the plastic candy they are!

Here’s the official announcement:

HasbroToyShop.com Friends & Family Offer
There’s still time to finish your holiday shopping! Shop now and save 20% OFF plus FREE SHIPPING on your next purchase at HasbroToyShop.com. Simply enter promo code FNF20FS during checkout to enjoy the savings. You’ll find the season’s hottest brands like, NERF, PLAYSKOOL, MONOPOLY, LITTLEST PET SHOP, TRANSFORMERS, SESAME STREET, BEYBLADE and more! Feel free to share this special event with friends and family! Offer ends December 18, 2011. 20 % off and FREE STANDARD SHIPPING on most orders at HasbroToyShop.com. Not valid on previous orders. Offer excludes purchases of HasbroToyShop.com exclusives, Hasbro’s Ultimate Gifts category, and PLAYATHON Fundraising Kits. This offer cannot be combined with any other coupon or offer. Subject to terms and conditions of use and HasbroToyShop.com policies. Void where prohibited. Offer expires December 18, 2011 11:59 pm (ET).

So, go get ’em gang!

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Skystrikers now $19.99 at Amazon.com!!

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The holiday deals from Amazon.com continue!

On Black Friday the Skystrikers dropped to $24.99.  Today, they’ve dropped again– to a whopping $19.99!   That’s a full 56% off of the MSRP!!

$19.99 Skystriker w/ Captain Ace – $19.99

These jets are normally $39.99 at the Toys R Us store near me.  At this price, I can snag 2 for the price of one– and possibly even toss the extra into the Toys For Tots bin.  At this price, I’ve no idea how much longer Amazon is going to keep discounting them but if you are looking for a few more jets to fill up the deck of the USS Flagg or merely wish to fill the ceiling of your Joe room with a flying armada, this is the time to buy!