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In Japan, Takara released almost 30 G.I.Joe & Cobra figures in 1986 (24 to be exact). These figures were just like their Hasbro counterparts, but were offered on vibrant cardbacks. There were also some differences; For instance, Zartan was offered single carded and did not include his Swamp Skier. For this #TBT, we’re going back […]
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For this addition of #ThrowbackThursday, I’m putting a little spin on the premise, by revisiting a previous article. Now, you may think to yourself “isn’t that what #TBT is?” Well, sure, but this time around, we get to feast our eyes on a new pair of images, courtesy of a fine gentleman by the name […]
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In celebration of #TBT, Michael Mercy has shared a look back at his Book Review of Collecting the art of G.I.Joe Volume 1 by 3DJoes! This highly acclaimed series is a must have for any G.I.Joe collection. Check out the review below – Carson has done an amazing job with the “Collecting the Art” series, […]
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Let’s continue our stroll down memory lane and join Michael Mercy for one of his patented Patreon Special Missions! In this new installment, Michael takes a look at the 1984 Cobra Rattler! This beauty of an aircraft remains high on the list of fan favorites, even 30+ years after it’s release. Michael also compares the vintage Rattler alongside […]
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For this edition of #TBT, let’s join my good friend Michael Mercy as he takes us back to January of 2017, where he reviewed the mother of all playsets, the G.I.Joe U.S.S. FLAGG Aircraft Carrier! Now, what’s absolutely brilliant about Michael’s set up is the custom base that his Flagg sits atop. How flippin’ cool […]
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Forgotten Figures has posted a new review, this time focusing on a vehicle from the Battle Corps era of G.I.Joe, the 1993 G.I.Joe Mudbuster! From Forgotten Figures: In the beginning, vehicles were the reason for the G.I. Joe line to exist. These amazingly detailed mazes of plastic were incredibly profitable for Hasbro and provided the funding […]
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For this edition of #ThrowbackThursday, let’s join my good friend Michael Mercy as he takes a closer look at the 1985 G.I.Joe Bridge Layer & it’s driver, Tollbooth! Got a problem? Call G.I. Joe’s problem solver for a “toss ‘n cross” solution. It’s Tollbooth and the Bridge Layer! I absolutely love the Bridge Layer, as […]
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In celebration of #TBT, Michael Mercy has shared a look back at his Book Review of Collecting the art of G.I.Joe Volume 1 by 3DJoes! This highly acclaimed series is a must have for any G.I.Joe collection. Check out the review below – Make sure to follow Michael on YouTube for even more awesome segments […]
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For this edition of #TBT, I’m taking it way back! Before the Defiant Shuttle Complex and Star Brigade, there was the 1984 G.I.Joe Shuttle! Back in 2017, as promotion for the inaugural HASCON event was underway, Hasbro Pulse shared fun teasers of what fans could expect to encounter at the show via various social media pages. […]
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For this #TBT, we’re going to the land of the Rising Sun! Thanks to Tony of the Takara G.I.Joe Facebook Group for sharing this assortment of Takara G.I.Joe Promotional and Packaging Insert scans! In Japan, Takara released almost 30 G.I.Joe & Cobra figures in 1986 (24 to be exact). These figures were just like their Hasbro […]
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