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Originally posted by: vadersquest @ Hisstank.com

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Since the launch of the 25th Anniversary collection, the collector community has seen several interesting items; SDCC Pimp Daddy Destro (silver and gold), Sgt. Slaughter and Cobra Commander. These exclusive figures tend to draw more attention than the average GI Joe figure that one could purchase at retail.

The Official GI Joe convention also offers collectibles not seen in stores such as convention box sets, parachute drop figures and International figure sets. One such figure was Rowdy Roddy Piper. This figure became a must have and many collectors are still searching for this gem. Right now Siddarth of the Hisstank forums just put up his personal AFA graded Pipper on Ebay.

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AFA Grade - 95 (Card 95, Bubble 90, Figure 95) - Sealed acrylic case comes in a polybag to prevent scratching. To view this auction, click
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More images after the jump!

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Originally posted by: Deefuzz @ Hisstank.com

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Thanks to an update in the G.I. Joe Collector's Club newsletter, we now have our first look at the expected guest list for this year's G.I. Joe Collector's Convention in Orlando!

This year's guest list includes individuals involved in all areas of G.I. Joe product and creation. Those expected to appear: Larry Hama, Kirk Bozigian, Rod Whigham, Sam Speers, Sam Petrucci, Norman Jacques, Bob Prupis, and Jerry Einhorn.

The Hasbro International G.I. Joe Collectors' Convention will be taking place March 31st - April 3rd at the Walt Disney Dolphin Resort in Orlando, Florida. Visit the official convention website for more details.

Read More: 2011 G.I. Joe Collectors' Convention Expected Guest List @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Deefuzz @ Hisstank.com

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The Hasbro International G.I. Joe Collectors' Convention website has now posted up an image showcasing the upcoming Mission Brazil II set in box. The picture also shows each figure in the set displayed on their stands and not constrained by the cozy foam surroundings in the boxed environment.

Read More: In Box and Full Set Images of 2011 G.I. Joe Collectors' Convention Set @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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HISS Tank has a preview for GI Joe Origins #23, scheduled for release tomorrow, Wednesday January 5th, 2011!

G.I. Joe: Origins #23
David Lapham (w) • Werther Dell’Edera (a) • Tom Feister (c)
Dr. Lester Horvath has transformed Michael Monk from a suicidal ex-soldier into the ultimate assassin. Now, the wolves are at the door and “the Mad Monk” has come to kill his one-time benefactor. It’s time for Dr. Horvath to play his final card in a game where death is assured, but the revelation of a single number may change everything.
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
Call out: FINAL ISSUE!

Preview the issue after the jump!

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Originally posted by: Deefuzz @ Hisstank.com

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The 2011 International G.I. Joe Collectors' Convention online registration link is now LIVE! The club advises to read the FAQ's and read through the entire brochure prior to registration to avoid any potential mistakes. Classic PDF registration via Fax machine is also available.

To register click here (you will have to log in to the club site).

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Last August, it was announced that Stephen Sommers might return to direct GI Joe 2. Well things have changed, according to the Los Angeles Times, Stephen Sommers will not be directing GI Joe 2:

Those who were on the fence about the filmmaker can unhook themselves: After reports this summer that Sommers would be returning to direct a planned sequel, it looks like he won't be doing that after all.

Two agents who represent other filmmakers have said they'd recently been approached about their clients coming on to helm the movie and were told that Sommers would not be getting behind the camera. Paramount declined to comment.

Question is, who will be directing now? Share your thoughts with us after the jump!

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Originally posted by: Deefuzz @ Hisstank.com

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Hasbro has reached a deal with Mediaset to bring Transformers Prime, G.I. Joe Renegades and other Hub programming to Italy. The press release is as follows:

Hasbro Studios and Mediaset, Italy’s Leading Media Group, Reach Deal Covering Animated Series Based on Popular Brands

Mediaset also Designated as Hasbro Exclusive Licensing Agent for Series-Related Merchandise in Italian Market

Hasbro Studios, the Los Angeles-based production and distribution division of Hasbro, Inc., has concluded an overall programming agreement with Mediaset, Italy’s leading media group, to broadcast Transformers Prime, My Little Pony Friendship is Magic, G.I. Joe Renegades, The Adventures of Chuck and Friends and Pound Puppies on its multiple channels, it was announced today.

A significant component of the deal, which launches in the fourth quarter of 2011, will have Mediaset also serving as Hasbro’s exclusive licensing agent for merchandise in the Italian market related to the five flagship programs successfully reinvented, re-imagined and reignited for television. Additionally, the licensing deal will cover Hasbro’s popular Monopoly, Trivial Pursuit and Littlest Pet Shop brands.

Licensing Mediaset has been successfully operating for more than ten years in the Italian market with the most successful and prestigious TV brands.
“Mediaset is Italy’s leading media group and the perfect strategic partner for us in this key territory,” Hasbro Studios President Stephen Davis said. “We look forward to a long and productive relationship.”

Read More: Hasbro Announces Deal with Mediaset for Italian Distribution of G.I. Joe Renegades @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Thanks to HISS Tank boards member Pete@Cobra-La, we have received general information for JoeCon 2011! In addition, you can check out images of the exclusive sets, like Drive Into Danger for 12" Joe collectors, and of course, Mission Brazil II! More after the jump.
Thanks to HISS Tank boards member Pete@Cobra-La, we have received general information for JoeCon 2011! In addition, you can check out images of the exclusive sets, like Drive Into Danger for 12" Joe collectors, and of course, Mission Brazil II!

G.I. Joecon 2011 Registration is LIVE! Full reveal of 2011 3 ¾ inch and 12 inch convention sets.
Fort Worth, TX – January 6, 2011 – Fun Publications, Inc., licensee for Hasbro’s official G.I. Joe Collectors’ Convention, G.I.Joecon, has launched their online Registration for G.I. Joecon 2011! This years 3 ¾-inch convention set “Mission Brazil II” features fan favorites Captain Claymore, Dial-Tone, Wet Suit, Sparta, Steel Cobra and more. This set features 15 figures in all and is a 25th anniversary styling homage to the original 1980’s Mission Brazil set. For 12-inch collectors, attendees can choose the exciting “Drive in to Danger” Adventure Team set. The figure and vehicle set is one of the best 12-inch convention sets produced to date!
G.I.Joecon will be held from March 31st – April 3rd at the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida. G.I. Joecon features a weekend long slate of panels, seminars, autograph sessions, a Film Festival, Costume Contest, Casino Night and of course the huge Dealer room featuring Hasbro, G.I. Joe vendors and various licensees. Fans of both G.I. Joe and pop culture will get to experience everything G.I. Joe this spring in Orlando, Florida!
For more information on G.I.Joecon, the weekend activities and the exclusive figure offering, please visit www.GIJoecon.com.
About HASBRO
Hasbro, Inc. (NYSE:HAS) is a worldwide leader in children’s and family leisure time products and services with a rich portfolio of brands and entertainment properties that provides some of the highest quality and most recognizable play and recreational experiences in the world. As a brand-driven, consumer-focused global company, Hasbro brings to market a range of toys, games and licensed products, from traditional to high-tech and digital, under such powerful brand names as TRANSFORMERS, PLAYSKOOL, TONKA, MILTON BRADLEY, PARKER BROTHERS, G.I. JOE and WIZARDS OF THE COAST. Come see how we inspire play through our brands at http://www.hasbro.com. (C) 2011 Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved.
About FUN PUBLICATIONS, INC.
For over 15 years, Fun Publications, Inc. has been a Hasbro licensee offering fans and collectors of pop culture memorabilia news, exclusive product and family events through different print offerings, websites, collector clubs and brand specific conventions such as GIJoeCon and BotCon. Located in Fort Worth Texas, Fun Publications reaches a large audience, serving the United States and many other countries such as Japan, Great Britain, Brazil, Australia and Canada. For more information visit www.TransformersClub.com, www.GIJoeClub.com, www.GIJoeCon.com , and www.BotCon.com .

Read More: JoeCon 2011 General Info @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ Hisstank.com

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Check out screen captures for this week's G.I. Joe Renegades episode - Rage. This ep, Tunnel Rat and Roadblock get kidnapped and are forced to pilot prototype MARS Industries Mech Suits!

All images are 1920 x 1080 pixels from HD television source.

Make sure to check our G.I. Joe Renegades Screen Capture Index for a list of all the episodes and discuss them all there. Post your favorite!

Read More: G.I. Joe Renegades Rage Screen Caps @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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We've seen a few vehicles so far in GI Joe Renegades, and with the latest episode, GI Joe Renegades Episode 8 Rage, we saw the MARS Gunship emerge.

Looking closely at the aforementioned Gunship, and the Night Attack Chopper(NAC from the GI Joe VS Cobra line), this editor noticed some similarities, and thought, "hey IF Hasbro even plans to release this...I wonder if they will just retool the Night Attack Chopper and sculpt a bunch of new parts to make the MARS Gunship...". Hypothetically, let's say Hasbro plans to do this. The question is:

Would you buy a Renegades MARS Gunship if it was a heavily retooled Night Attack Chopper?

Read More: HISS Tank Sound Off Heavily Retooled Night Attack Chopper As Renegades MARS Gunship @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: C.I.A.D. @ Hisstank.com

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The first New Year issue of Ages 25 & Up, entitled The Big Broadcast of 2011, is now online for your viewing pleasure! It's NYE around Springfield, and it's time to party! When Destro and Cobra Commander throw parties across the street from one another, it can only mean one thing...someone's going to die! Click on the Title Bar to check out the latest online copy of A25&U!

Once you've finished the latest installment, talk to 1337W422102, the Creator of A25&U, here on the HissTank.com Forums by clicking the Discuss Button!

Read More: Ages 25 and Up #122 - The Big Broadcast of 2011! @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: TTT @ Hisstank.com

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HISSTank.com member GI Guppy the third made this custom G.I. Joe Shockwave. This custom sports handmade pouches/holsters using micro canvas and a tricked out sub-machine gun.

Click the Discuss button for all the pics & details.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Last month, HISS Tank boards member Timshinn73 learned that he had won the GI Joe Collector's Club cover art contest. Since it is now January we can show you his cover, featuring GI Joe Renegades! Tim has been making Custom Card Art for a while now, and you too, can join in on the action by posting your artwork in our GI Joe Fan Art Forum!

Congrats Timshinn73! Take a closer look at the winning cover after the jump!

Read More: HISS Tanker Wins GI Joe Collectors Club Cover Art Contest @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Like BATS? Like the GI Joe 25th Anniversary BAT? Fan of prototypes, preproduction samples, and canceled product? Remember the Canceled Modern Era Nano BAT?

Well thejaybee513 has posted an auction for the unreleased Nano BAT! Take a closer look after the jump.

Read More: Canceled Nano BAT Auction @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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According to Generals Joes, Phil of Yojoe.com has found the Sand Serpent With Star Viper, at ROSS! The price is $15.99, and the product was canceled, originally slated for release last year. This follows the previously canceled Target exclusive deluxe figures which also showed up at ROSS, towards the end of last year.

What makes the Sand Serpent go beyond just being a repaint is the fact that it has a new driver, Star Viper! Photographic evidence after the jump.

Read More: Sand Serpent With Star Viper At ROSS @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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HISS Tank boards member Gyre-viper has followed up his image of the HISS Attack Scout from Pursuit Of Cobra with several images of the HISS Attack Scout With HISS Driver out of box! Shown are images of the Attack Scout on its own, along with images of it attached to the HISS Tank V5. As you can see, it's as if it was made to go with the Black HISS Tank V5. Also included are images of the HISS Driver repaint included, and a cameo by the Desert Scorpion.

Check out the new images after the jump!

Read More: HISS Attack Scout Gallery @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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HISS Tank boards member General Hawk has uploaded an extended promo for GI Joe Renegades Episode 9, featuring Zartan & the Dreadnoks!

Read More: GI Joe Renegades Ep 9 Extended Promo @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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HISS Tank boards member Gyre-viper has posted images of a Cobra Mech Suit planned for release in the Pursuit Of Cobra line, but so far has yet to appear at retail. This mech suit is the Minotaur With Desert Scorpion. The Minotaur is another mech suit that makes use of the canceled Shadow Hammer Mech mold from Sigma 6.

More images of the Minotaur after the jump. Are you looking forward to the Minotaur with Desert Scorpion?

Read More: Minotaur With Desert Scorpion @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ Hisstank.com

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Check out screen captures for this week's G.I. Joe Renegades episode - Dreadnoks Rising. This ep, Zartan and the Dreadnoks terrorize a town so Snake Eyes and the Joes step in. Action ensues! OMG!

All images are 1920 x 1080 pixels from HD television source.

Make sure to check our G.I. Joe Renegades Screen Capture Index for a list of all the episodes and discuss them all there. Post your favorite!

Read More: Renegades Dreadnoks Rising Screen Caps @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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HISS Tank boards member Gyre-viper has posted several images of the upcoming Cycle Armor With Ashiko from the currently unreleased, 1st wave of 2011 Pursuit Of Cobra alpha vehicles. Not only are their images of the box, Ashiko, & Cycle Armor, but also the:

• Filecard, revealing that Ashiko is another Arashikage Ninja
• Comparisons with previous repro samples
• Comparisons with the canceled Steel Mirage With Chuckles from the GI Joe 25th Anniversary line

See for yourself after the jump. Are you looking forward to the Cycle Armor with Ashiko?

Read More: Cycle Armor With Ashiko Gallery @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shogi @ Hisstank.com

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The newest issue of Ages 25 & Up, entitled Small Plans, is now online for your viewing pleasure! 2011 has only just begun, but the Cobra Commander is already up to no good. Click on the Title Bar to check out the latest online copy of A25&U!

Once you've finished the latest installment, talk to 1337W422102, the Creator of A25&U, here on the HissTank.com Forums by clicking the Discuss Button!

Read More: Ages 25 and Up #123 "Small Plans" @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Last summer it was reported that Lee Byung Hun would return as Storm Shadow in GI Joe 2. From then, until now, news on GI Joe 2 has been scarce, with the latest news being that Stephen Sommers Is Off GI Joe 2. Building upon the news we brought you last summer, The Hollywood Reporter has reported that Lee Byung Hun will be reprising his role as Storm Shadow for GI Joe 2 and that filming will start in June, for a summer 2012 premiere:

SEOUL -- Lee Byung-hun (I Saw the Devil) will star in G.I. Joe 2, reprising his role as Storm Shadow in a sequel to 2009's G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, according to Lee’s agency.

The writing team from Zombieland is currently working on the script for GI Joe 2. Lee will head to the U.S. to begin shooting in June, with the film slated to open in the summer of 2012.

Who else will return to reprise their roles from the 1st movie?

Read More: GI Joe 2 Storm Shadow Returns @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: TTT @ Hisstank.com

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HISSTank.com member lilmonster777 came up with this custom Cobra Night Rhino after giving it a complete and literal overhaul including all new rolling treads, lights, weapons & gear and a new paint job.

Click the Discuss button for all the pics & details.

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Originally posted by: C.I.A.D. @ Hisstank.com

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Our friend Flophouse has just given us the news that part 2 in his Collectable Spectacle series has been released, this time with a focus on the one and only airedevon and her fantastic collection! Ranging from 12" G.I.Joe figures, vehicles and accessories to 3.75" G.I.Joe printed material, there's something for everyone!

For those unfamiliar with Flophouse's work, we recommend checking out part one in the series, which focuses on Mark W. Bellomo's legendary collection.

Check out part 1 of Collectible Spectacle Part 2 below, then join us after the jump for the discussion already in progress!

Read More: Collectable Spectacle Pt. 2 starring Airedevon now online! @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Hasbro has invited us to a bonus round for the GI Joe Q&A, concerning GI Joe Renegades! What's the one thing you're wondering about most about the new series?:

Hello G.I. Joe Fans!

Hasbro shares the fans’ excitement for this first season of G.I. Joe Renegades and we’re sure you have some great questions that you’ve been dying to ask since the show’s debut this past November. Well, now is your chance!

Hasbro is offering you an opportunity to participate in a special bonus round of our G.I. Joe Q&A in which the team at The Hub and Hasbro Studios behind the hit G.I. Joe Renegades show will answer your questions!

Post your questions now as 1 question will be selected and sent off by Friday 3PM. Answers are scheduled to be sent back on February 7th. Our sister site TFW2005 is also taking questions for Transformers PRIME!

Read More: Hasbro QnA Bonus Round @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.