G.I.Joe Classified Series Retro Carded Storm Shadow and Zartan Available

Heads up! I know that I speak for many when I note how dismal the pre-ordering process is through Walmart.com. That is, of course, unless you like ordering something, only to have your order subsequently canceled somewhere down the line with no rhyme/reason as to why.

What’s even more frustrating is when the same item that was pre-ordered is found in store, ON CLEARANCE, or available online, which is the case with two retro carded G.I.Joe Classified Series offerings, Storm Shadow and Zartan.

I can confirm that preorders for these items were canceled, as I also had these on order, only to awake to that dreaded email that we’ve all come to know so well.

With that said, it seems like the glut of cancelations has led to a glut of availability, as both are available on Walmart.com right now, with shipping set for the next couple of days. Oddly enough, Storm Shadow is priced $5 above Zartan, for what reason is anyone’s guess. Here are the details –

G.I. Joe Classified Series Storm Shadow – Surveillance Port

G.I. Joe is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe. These extraordinarily talented heroes are selected for their elite abilities and tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. With unwavering courage and steely determination, the brave members of G.I. Joe are prepared to seek out Cobra in any environment on the planet. From hostile jungles to ice-clad arctic peaks…wherever there’s trouble, G.I. Joe is there.

This Storm Shadow figure comes ready for action, with multiple points of articulation for high poseability and 10 character-inspired accessories. And with classic package art, the G.I. Joe Classified Series Storm Shadow package will make a mark on shelves.

G.I. Joe and all related characters are trademarks of Hasbro.

Includes: figure and 10 accessories.

Figure scale: 6 inches

Ages 4 and up
Warning: Choking Hazard – Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

YO JOE! G.I. JOE EXPLODES INTO A LARGER-THAN-LIFE ERA WITH 6-INCH-SCALE FIGURES: The G.I. Joe Classified Series evolves the characters fans know and love into a highly articulated 6-inch scale with premium deco and detailing
CLASSIC STORM SHADOW-INSPIRED DESIGN: Figure features classic deco and design of the Cobra Ninja that fans of the original 1980s G.I. Joe will love and 10 accessories inspired by the character
CLASSIC-CARDBACK INSPIRED PACKAGING: This Storm Shadow figure is presented in packaging that features design inspired by the Real American Hero figure line (Each sold separately. Subject to availability.)
HIGHLY POSEABLE WITH PREMIUM DETAILING: This G.I. Joe Classified Series Storm Shadow figure features premium detailing and articulation for action poseability (some poses may require additional support)
EXPAND YOUR ROSTER: Look for other 6-inch-scale G.I. Joe Classified Series figures and build your roster of heroes and villains (Each sold separately. Subject to availability.)

G.I. Joe Classified Series Zartan – Surveillance Port

This Zartan figure comes ready for action, with multiple points of articulation for high poseability and 7 character-inspired accessories including a face mask disguise. And with classic package art, the G.I. Joe Classified Series Zartan package will make a mark on shelves.

G.I. Joe and all related characters are trademarks of Hasbro.

Includes: figure and 7 accessories.

Figure scale: 6 inches

Ages 4 and up
Warning: Choking Hazard – Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

YO JOE! G.I. JOE EXPLODES INTO A LARGER-THAN-LIFE ERA WITH 6-INCH-SCALE FIGURES: The G.I. Joe Classified Series evolves the characters fans know and love into a highly articulated 6-inch scale with premium deco and detailing
CLASSIC ZARTAN-INSPIRED DESIGN: Figure features classic deco and design of the Dreadnoks leader that fans of the original 1980s G.I. Joe will love along with 7 accessories inspired by the character
CLASSIC-CARDBACK INSPIRED PACKAGING: This Zartan figure is presented in packaging that features design inspired by the Real American Hero figure line (Each sold separately. Subject to availability.)
HIGHLY POSEABLE WITH PREMIUM DETAILING: This G.I. Joe Classified Series Zartan figure features premium detailing and articulation for action poseability (some poses may require additional support)
EXPAND YOUR ROSTER: Look for other 6-inch-scale G.I. Joe Classified Series figures and build your roster of heroes and villains (Each sold separately. Subject to availability.)

Now…the next hurdle you’ll encounter? Having this fragile carded figures ship in a way that won’t be mangled…so with that, be sure to select “this item is a gift” so that your purchase is shipped in a box rather than a bubble mailer. With that, be forewarned, this trick doesn’t always work…but 60% of the time, it works, every time.

Happy Hunting!