October 2017 - CobraIsland.com

G.I.Joe Collectors Club Figure Subscription 7 Dusty and Sandstorm Revealed

October 31, 2017October 31, 2017 by C.I.A.D.

Earlier today we brought you word of the G.I.Joe Collectors Club Figure Subscription 7 Line Up. Now, the first figure from that line up has been revealed. Check out Dusty & Sandstorm, the G.I.Joe Desert Trooper and Coyote!

G.I. JOE DESERT TROOPER & COYOTE
Code Name: DUSTY & SANDSTORM
(Inspired by the 1991 action figure.)
Includes: removable beret, harness with large knife,
assault rifle, sub machine gun, coyote, knife,
pistol with suppressor, and figure stand.

Will you be joining on on FSS 7 or adding Dusty & Sandstorm to your collection via the secondary market? Sound off on the Cobra Island Forums!

G.I.Joe Collectors Club Figure Subscription 7 Line Up Announced

October 31, 2017October 31, 2017 by C.I.A.D.

The GIJCC has announced the line up for FSS 7. Full details on the 7th wave can be viewed by reading more below. Get ready for –

G.I. JOE DESERT TROOPER & COYOTE
Code Name: DUSTY & SANDSTORM
(Inspired by the 1991 action figure.)
Includes: removable beret, harness with large knife, assault rifle, sub machine gun, coyote, knife, pistol with suppressor, and figure stand.

COBRA SUPREME LEADER
Code Name: COBRA COMMANDER
(Inspired by the unreleased “arctic” action figure.)
Includes: removable helmet, holster with pistol, advanced combat rifle, cobra staff, and figure stand.G.I. JOE COMMANDER
Code Name: GENERAL HAWK
(Inspired by the 1991 action figure.)
Includes: removable helmet, harness with holster, pistol, rifle, glider backpack with pop-out wings, detachable rockets x 2, and figure stand.

DREADNOK SALVAGE CREW
Code Name: DREADNOK KAOS
(Inspired by the unreleased “concept case” action figure.)
Includes: removable harness, pistol, bolo, wrist crossbow, machete, and figure stand.

G.I. JOE ASSAULT VEHICLE DRIVER
Code Name: TREADMARK
(Inspired by the 1988 action figure.)
Includes: removable vest, assault rifle, pistol, combat knife, and figure stand.

EXTENSIVE ENTERPRISES CEO
Code Name: TOMAX
(Inspired by the Sunbow cartoon design.)
Features NEW head sculpt! Includes: aerial platform with sky hook, auto pistol, briefcase with warheads x 4, and figure stand.

G.I. JOE TIGER FORCE NINJA
Code Name: KIM “JINX” ARASHIKAGE
(Inspired by the 2003 action figure.)
Features NEW head sculpt! Includes: masked/unmasked heads, swords x 2, dual sword sheath backpack, Naginata, and figure stand.

COBRA ARCTIC TRANSPORT OFFICER
Code Name: ICE VIPER OFFICER
(Inspired by the 2007 action figure.)
Includes: removable helmet, goggles, harness, radio, rifle, sais x 2, boot cleats, and figure stand.

G.I. JOE SAMURAI WARRIOR
Code Name: BUDO
(Inspired by the 1988 action figure.)
Features NEW head sculpt! Includes: Samurai helmet, removable chest armor, belt, sais x 2, swords x 2, and figure stand.

COBRA SAVAGE FIGHTER
Code Name: KANGOR
(Inspired by the Brazilian exclusive action figure.)
Includes: removable harness, boxing gloves/hands, dumbbell weights x 2, kangaroo, and figure stand.

G.I. JOE TUNDRA RANGER
Code Name: SGT. STALKER
(Inspired by the 1989 action figure.)
Includes: removable tactical vest, NEW hat, rifle, knife, kayak with stabilizer, machine gun mount, double-ended paddle, and figure stand.

COBRA HYPNOTIST
Code Name: CRYSTAL BALL
(Inspired by the 1987 action figure.)
Features NEW head sculpt! Includes: removable vest, pistol, knife, shield, and figure stand.

NOTE: These modern era club exclusive action figures will not be exact replicas of their vintage counterparts. All images are Photoshop mock-up representations, final product, accessories and/or colors will vary!

Will you be getting in on FSS 7? Join us for discussion already in progress on the Cobra Island Forums!

Red Shadows Night Viper Review Gallery!

October 31, 2017 by MegsTriggerMan

We continue our Black Major review galleries this week with a look at another recent release, the Red Shadows Night Viper! Decked out in a Red and Black color scheme highlighted by the gorgeous Red Shadows decal on its chest this Night Viper is ready to pursue his target! Whether on duty to serve Baron Ironblood, Red Jackal or the Black Major himself, this elite unit is ready to deploy! We’ve shared a gallery of over 30 images that you can check out by reading more below.

All this week we’ll be focusing on the remaining incarnations of the much loved Night Viper currently available to the public. In the absence of 3 3/4 Joe product on the shelf, The Major continues to keep excitement alive and the fan base enthused with his 3 3/4 0-ring ARAH Style offerings! Read more below to check out our full gallery of this awesome Cobra troop builder, then join us on the Cobra Island Forums to share your thoughts with us!

IDW Publishing G.I.Joe A Real American Hero 245 Preview

October 31, 2017October 31, 2017 by C.I.A.D.

By way of Comic Crusaders comes a preview of G.I.Joe A Real American Hero #245 from IDW Publishing!

As the war for hearts and minds continues to rage between G.I. Joe and Cobra on multiple fronts, shocking events are in the works that will change lives on both sides of the battle lines forever!

This issue will be out tomorrow, Wednesday, November 1st. You can check out the preview by reading more below. Will you be adding ARAH 245 to your must read pile? Sound off on the Cobra Island Forums!

God Machine Toys Announces LAP01 Laser Gods on Weibo

October 30, 2017November 2, 2017 by C.I.A.D.

Here’s some interesting news to share with you. 神机营玩具 on Weibo has shared word on a pair of 3rd party…G.I.Joe offerings?

Yes, you read that right. It would appear that God Machine Toys is going to to release a 3rd Party G.I.Joe figure, namely their LAP01 Laser God. The “Not Cobra Laser Viper” will be offered in two paint schemes – The original Gray & Blue color scheme, along with the latter year Python Patrol color scheme in Black, Maroon & Gold. These will run you around $34 USD, be available Q1 2018 & feature –

Transparent Goggles
Folding/Rotating Laser Cannons
Energy Tubes
Module Transparent Figure Stand
Random Head Sculpt (color)

We’ve mirrored a gallery of 9 images that you can check out by reading more below. Are 3rd party manufacturers the wave of the future for high scale G.I.Joe offerings. Is the Laser God something you would add to your collection? Sound off on the Cobra Island Forums!

Hasbro Announces Dates for 2019 HASCON Event

October 30, 2017October 30, 2017 by C.I.A.D.

Today via the Hasbro Newsroom came official word on the dates for the next Hasbro HasCon event. Scheduled for 2019, the event will take place in Providence, RI, September 8 – 9, 2019. From Hasbro –

Hasbro hosted its inaugural HASCON event this past September, offering families and fans of all ages a completely new way to experience its brands, and a behind-the-scenes pass to the world of Hasbro. The event featured three days of hands-on brand experiences, meet-and-greets, sneak peeks, concerts, exclusive reveals, star-studded panels and fan-centric surprises.

“We couldn’t be happier with the feedback we’ve received from our inaugural HASCON event,” said John Frascotti, president, Hasbro, Inc. “We’re looking forward to once again delivering immersive entertainment experiences around our brands for fans and families in 2019.”

The 2017 event featured dozens of meet-and-greet opportunities with celebrities, athletes and influencers, including Mark Wahlberg, Stan Lee, David Ortiz, James White, Dude Perfect, Maddie Ziegler, James Gunn, Zach King, Peter Cullen, Frank Welker, and Isabela Moner, among others. Concerts by Flo Rida and Daya were included with the purchase of a general admission HASCON ticket. Guests were also invited to audition for a Hasbro video, and to select a toy or game to donate to the Marine Toys for Tots for children impacted by recent hurricanes.

More details about the 2019 HASCON event, including information about ticket packages, will be posted on http://hascon.hasbro.com.

We’ll bring you more details as they become available. Are you excited for HASCON 2019? Share your thoughts with us on the Cobra Island Forums!

Eagle Force Returns Captain Eagle and Ultima Thule Tooling Samples

October 30, 2017 by C.I.A.D.

Over the weekend, the Eagle Force Returns Facebook page shared a pair of images that are sure to excite Eagle Force fans! We were treated to a pair of images showing off tooling samples for Captain Eagle and Ultima Thule!

There’s a big update coming our way soon with a ton of more images, but for now, what are your thoughts on these early shots of Captain Eagle and Ultima Thule? Sound off on the Cobra Island Forums!

Michael Mercy reviews 3D Joes Art of G.I. Joe vol 1!

October 30, 2017 by C.I.A.D.

Our good friend Michael Mercy stopped by to share word of his latest G.I.Joe review! This time around, Michael sinks his teeth in to the Art of G.I.Joe Volume 1 from 3D Joes! This is one review you won’t want to miss! Check it out –

Make sure to subscribe to Michael’s YouTube channel for more awesome reviews just like this one! What are your thoughts on the Art of G.I.Joe volume 1? Sound off on the Cobra Island Forums!

Black Major Cobra Blue Night Viper Gallery!!

October 29, 2017 by MegsTriggerMan

We continue our Black Major review galleries this week with a look at another recent release, the Royal Blue Night Viper! This Classic Cobra Commander Blue version the Cobra Night Fighter blends right in and is the perfect attachment of troops to escort Cobra Commander We’ve shared a gallery of over 30 images that you can check out by reading more below.

New Animal Warriors of the Kingdom Samples have Arrived!!

October 27, 2017 by MegsTriggerMan

We are SO CLOSE!! The final stages of production for the Animal Warriors of the Kingdom line, our friends from Spero Studios continue to share images of prototype samples received from the factory. Today marks the day that we are able to share 8! COUNT THEM 8 new samples that Jason Bienvenu and Spero Studios received and they are MAGNIFICENT!!