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GI Joe Cobra by IDW Publishing stood out from the 3 series that IDW originally launched, raising the bar with a mature tone and pleasantly surprising storylines. This series made Chuckles even more popular, going for a darker, more realistic take on the character. The series has progressively upped the ante, keeping readers anticipating what will happen next.

This doesn't change with GI Joe Cobra #12, Mike Costa & Christos Gage have upped the ante further, kicking off 2011 with a huge bang. Without further ado, check out the review of this pivotal issue after the jump!
GI Joe Cobra by IDW Publishing stood out from the 3 series that IDW originally launched, raising the bar with a mature tone and pleasantly surprising storylines. This series made Chuckles even more popular, going for a darker, more realistic take on the character. The series has progressively upped the ante, keeping readers anticipating what will happen next.

This doesn't change with GI Joe Cobra #12, Mike Costa & Christos Gage have upped the ante further, kicking off 2011 with a huge bang.

GI Joe Cobra #12 Review

Credits
Publisher: IDW Publishing
Written by: Mike Costa & Christos N. Gage

Art by: Antonio Fuso
Colors by: Peter Dawes

Letters by: Shawn Lee
Assistant Editor: Carlos Guzman
Editor: Andy Schmidt

Covers
Regular Cover: Art by Antonio Fuso after John Byrne
Cover RI: Art by Zach Howard colors by Nelson Daniel

Review

GI Joe Cobra stood out from IDW’s GI Joe series, shocking and surprising fans, and constantly upping the ante. That never really stopped, and it continues with GI Joe Cobra #12.

Both covers are drawn pretty well, and Zach Howard’s cover is a cool retailer incentive. Both are drawn and designed in a way that graphically they stick out.

Chuckles has gained the trust of Cobra Commander. This issue revolves around him, and the Crimson twins, Tomax and Xamot. What ensues is a well written, intertwining plot in which Xamot makes moves seemingly unapparent to his brother and Cobra Commander.

What I like is that nothing is predictable. This issue comes off as a game of chess with one or more individuals thinking they have the upper hand, when they really don’t. Yet it does this without confusing the reader and without complicating the plot.

What this issue does do, is pull off some major events that no one will see coming. Now shock value is nothing new to GI Joe comics, but I think what’s done in this issue, moves the story forward. The death of a major figure in this issue will leave readers speechless, and this death plants the seeds for subsequent storylines later in the year. It’s rather bold of IDW, epitomized on the 2 page spread, on pages 18-19.

Being that this is an issue of GI Joe Cobra, the fact that it turned out so well wasn’t surprising. However, the fact that it kicked off 2011 off with a huge bang, literally, was very surprising. This is a great way to kick off subsequent story arcs, and one in which all the creators involved did a great job.

I’d be remiss if I didn’t mention the art. Fuso and Dawe’s work stands out a lot, with Dawe’s colors complementing Fuso’s inks well. Fuso’s inks in particular, lend themselves well to the last page, and aforementioned 2 page spread. The last page reminds me of Jack Kirby’s work, with the bold spot black shading, posture, and angular contour work.

I’ve stated before that some of IDW’s pages/covers ought to be made into posters. This issue is no different. The covers for this issue, the 2 page spread, and the last page would make for awesome posters. The 2 page spread is not only graphically designed well, but one that shows that IDW is taking GI Joe where no other comic company has taken them before.

GI Joe Cobra #12 is definitely worth picking up, you’re missing out if you pass on it!

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Last week, IDW Publishing & Hasbro invited us to take part in a virtual press conference, in which they would go over their plans for GI Joe Comics in 2011. GI Joe Cobra #12 is the catalyst for the 2011 storylines. More info, solicitations, and cover images for the April books after the jump!
Last week, IDW Publishing & Hasbro invited us to take part in a virtual press conference, in which they would go over their plans for GI Joe Comics in 2011. GI Joe Cobra #12 is the catalyst for the 2011 storylines.

Cobra Commander dies in GI Joe Cobra #12. 1st Cobra Commander to be killed in action(shot through head by Chuckles).

Cobra Civil War #0 is a 30 page, kick off point for GI Joe, 3 titles; Snake Eyes, GI Joe Cobra, and GI Joe will start in May. Whether you are a new reader, or an older reader who lapsed, Civil War #0 is a good jumping point for the books. Dixon is writing Joe, Origins will end, as it did not make sense to continue an origin book with the issues going into the 20’s & 30’s.

9 candidates from Cobra will be vying for the position of Cobra Commander. Each title will have 3 covers each, showing the candidates illustrated by Zack Howard. Candidates shown: Storm Shadow, Baroness, Destro, Serpentor, Major Bludd. Whomever kills the most Joes may end up being the new Cobra Commander. 7 candidates but 9 real Cobra players. Serpentor is not one of the 7 candidates but 1 of the 9 real Cobra players.

It will be under a year before the new Cobra Commander is decided.

Cobra Commander tribute is in April, recapping GI Joe Cobra #12.

Mike Costa will be leading GI Joe Cobra as Christos Gage is now exclusive to Marvel.

Chuck Dixon is penning Snake Eyes, very excited, and has not felt this way since he started writing Robin years back for DC. He may not be in the other 2 books all the time but he won’t always be absent. Andy Schmidt states that Snake Eyes will not turn into the IDW GI Joe version of Wolverine.

Some new characters will be introduced.

A Cobra Council is in place, which will decide who wins the competition of who will become the new Cobra Commander.

When asked if the new Cobra Commander will have the same look as the previous one, Schmidt answered “no comment”. In Schmidt’s words, the new Cobra Commander “dons a new helmet”.

Current plan is that Dixon will continue GI Joe and write the ongoing Snake Eyes.

Different villains will be popping up. All 3 books will all be part of Civil War but also have their own different fields, so the books will be distinct.

Snake Eyes’ activity in Rangoon will not be revealed at the end of the series’ before the Civil War, it will be an ongoing story. Most loose ends will be tied up/resolved before Civil War. The MASS Device storyline will finally be tied up.

There is no push to merge styles between movie, Renegades, toys, et al. The Snake Eyes cover by Gabriel Del Otto(reminiscent of the movie design, and with the Arashikage Clan tattoo on his shoulder), will go to print sans shoulder tattoo.

IDW is given leeway to try out new things with regards to design.

GI Joe Cobra will still retain the mature tone it has maintained since its inception.

Sci fi elements may be toned down in the future.

Larry Hama is still onboard for GI Joe A Real American Hero, and the series will still continue.

The IDW GI Joe universe is being tied up; readers aren't required to read all 3 titles to know what's going on, but for those who wanted a more tighter universe, and overlap, it's there for them. IDW is mindful of the prices being charged per book and doesn't expect every fan to buy each title per month. All 3 titles will be $3.99, as well as Cobra Civil War #0, which contains 40 pages(the others are 32 pages).

April Books:

G.I. Joe: Cobra Civil War #0
Chuck Dixon, Mike Costa (w) • Javier Saltares, Antonio Fuso, Agustin Padilla (a) • Tom Feister, Fuso, Gabriele Dell’Otto (c)

COBRA CIVIL WAR BEGINS HERE! The Commander is dead! Long live… Cobra Commander?! But the questions is, who will BE the NEXT Cobra Commander?! The role of Commander must be filled—now the most lethal and cunning Cobra operatives will COMPETE TO REIGN SUPREME. The winner—he who kills the most G.I. JOES—will take the reins of COBRA! Bonus: Ninja Force!!!!! Yeah, baby! 30 big pages of story at regular price! This is the place to jump on board and see what everyone’s been talking about!

*3 regular covers will be shipped in a 1-to-1-to-1 basis
FC • 40 pages • $3.99
Expected in-store date: 4/6/11
· The next great G.I. Joe storyline begins here!
· The hunt for the new Cobra Commander will run through all three new G.I. Joe series beginning with next month’s three debuts: G.I. Joe #1, Cobra #1, and Snake Eyes #1!

G.I. Joe: Cobra Commander Tribute 100-Page Spectacular
Mike Costa & Christos N. Gage, various (w) • Antonio Fuso, various (a) • Fuso (c)

Featuring a new cover by Fuso, this issue reprints the instant classic: G.I. JOE: COBRA #12—The Death of Cobra Commander! It also contains new insights from major Cobra and G.I. Joe players on what the demise of the Commander might mean for them and the world, creator interviews, and more, along with classic Cobra Commander tales from the past! Contains bonus poster of the Kill Shot!

FC • 100 pages • $7.99
Expected in-store date: 4/6/11
· The unexpected kick-off to Cobra Civil War began in G.I. Joe: Cobra #12, now hard to find and much talked about. And reprinted here!
· 100 pages, including many new file pages that give insight to the coming Cobra Civil War, for a low price!
· Best of Cobra Commander TPB offered as a free incentive

Thanks to Hasbro and IDW for giving us the opportunity to take part in the press event last week!

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Sideshow Collectibles has posted a teaser image of their next 12in GI Joe figure, Stalker! You can take a closer look at the teaser after the jump.

A full exclusive reveal will be posted on the production blog on the 25th. Preorder begins on the 27th with the launch of the newsletter.

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HISS Tank boards member Ragi Foesmasher has found information in the February 2011 issue of Previews magazine which lists the following upcoming GI Joe figures:

• Jungle BAT
• General Hawk
• Blowtorch
• Steel Brigade Trooper
• Cobra Trooper

Here's the description in question:

For over twenty-five years, the G.I. Joe has been defending America and the cause of freedom from the evils of Cobra! Characters like Blowtorch, General Hawk, Steel Brigade Trooper, Cobra Trooper, Cobra Commander and the Jungle B.A.T. enter the fight for the fate of the world as these collectible 3.75" figures! Blister card packaging.

Finally a modernized Steel Brigade figure! What will the new Cobra Commander & General Hawk figures look like? More info:

In two weeks, Previews for Feb 2011 comes out in comic shops. On Page 360 will be a listing for item code FEB111522. With a title of GI JOE AF ASST 201103. The picture is of Wave 4 and the shipping date is 4/27/2011.

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We've received the latest update from HISS Tank Sponsor BigBadToyStore! Check out the newest arrivals, newest preorders, deals and more after the jump!
We've received the latest update from HISS Tank Sponsor BigBadToyStore!

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TRANSFORMERS DELUXE 2011 SERIES 02 - SET, SINGLES
This new wave includes the yellow and black recolor of Classics Bumblebee,
plus the new versions of G2 Optimus Prime, Perceptor and Wreck-Gar. The
set of four is priced at $49.99, or you can pick them up singly, with
Bumblebee at $11.99, Prime at $12.99, and Preceptor and Wreck-gar at
$17.99 each.
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TRANSFORMERS GENERATIONS 2011 SERIES 02 - CASE, SET, SINGLES
The second series of Generations figures for 2011 has also arrived at our
warehouse. This assortment includes Sergeat Kup, Scourge, WFC Cliffjumper
and Thunderwing, and we have them as a set of four at $49.99, with singles
of WFC Cliffjumper at $11.99 and Thunderwing at $14.99 (Sgt. Kup and
Scourge are on backorder, at $15.99 each). We also have a case of Series
02 Revision 02, which includes one each of the previous four plus one each
of WFC Megatron, WFC Soundwave, Blurr and Skullgrin, and is priced at
$99.99.
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CLASSIC PREDATOR SKULL REPLICA
This new piece is a hot item for Predator collectors and fans. It
measures 17" high (with stand) by 14" wide by 9" deep and is made from the
original on-screen prop. We have it priced at $334.99, saving you $15 off
of the MSRP for the piece.
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TETSUO PROJECT BM 40 ACTION DOLL
Project BM! is a collaboration between Medicom and Bandai, combining great
licenses and styling with well-articulated bodies and quality. Tetsuo
looks like he's stepped straight out of the "Akira" screen, complete with
robotic arm and draping cloth cape. This figure is listed at $189.99, $10
off the MSRP.
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MOVIE MASTERPIECE 1/6 SCALE CHRIS TAYLOR ACTION FIGURE
The movie "Platoon" has been a vehicle for a number of great stars, and
Charlie Sheen is no exception. This figure of his character Chris Taylor
has a Charlie Sheen head sculpt, as well as uniform pieces, weapons,
alternate hands and hair, accessories and more, and is priced at $144.99,
$5 off the MSRP.
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DRAGON AGE: ORIGINS SERIES 01 - SET, SINGLES
This long-awaited assortment has finally arrived. it includes a Genlock,
Morrigan, Duncan and Loghain, and we have them listed as a set of four for
$64.99, $11 off the MSRP. We also have them listed singly, at $17.99 per
figure, so you can grab your favorites.
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PEACE WALKER PLAY ARTS KAI - SNAKE JUNGLE VERSION
The latest figure from Square Enix' Play Arts Kai line of figures is the
Jungle Version of Snake from MGS Peace Walker. He is dressed in a green
and gray outfit and carries an assault rifle. We have this figure listed
at $44.99.
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DISTRICT 9 MINIATURE WEAPON REPLICAS
We have received a small shipment of WETA's District 9 replicas. The Arc
Generator Miniature Replica is limited to 750 pieces, is 9.8" long and
made of metal, comes with a display stand and is listed at $98.99. The
Assault Rifle Miniature Replica is also limited to 750 pieces, is 10.2"
long and cast of white metal, and also comes with a display stand, and is
listed at $98.99 as well.
District 9 Toys, Action Figures, and Collectibles

TRANSFORMERS VOYAGER 2011 DEEP DIVE
Our recent shipment included some cases of Voyager 2011 Series 02 (with
more, as well as 2011 Series 01 still on the way), and although the
initial cases and singles of Lugnut and Solar Storm Grapple are already
gone, we've got a number of Deep Dive still in stock. This figure is a
green and black recolor of Seaspray, and is listed at $29.99.
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STAR WARS VINTAGE 2010 SERIES 06 SINGLES
We have received a number of cases of this wave, but we're now down to
singles until more arrives. In the meanwhile, we've got stock of figures
like Darth Vader, general Grievous, Obi-Wan Kenobi and the Sandtrooper,
priced at $9.99 each.
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STAR WARS VINTAGE 2011 SERIES 01 SINGLES
Like the previous case, we received a portion of our shipment of these,
and we're down to a few singles. We have Anakin Skywalker, Jedi Luke
Skywalker and Yoda available as singles currently, priced at $9.99 each.
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MS. MARVEL PREMIUM FORMAT FIGURE
Carol Danvers' heroic alter ego has received its own 19" Premium Format
figure. This piece shows her standing atop and Avengers 'A' base, and is
listed at $259.99.
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MAGNETO LEGENDARY SCALE BUST
This sculpt of the X-Men's greatest enemy-turned-ally measures 17" wide by
13" tall, and shows Magneto in his helmet and chainmail costume. It looks
regal in its red and purple color scheme, and is listed at $189.99, saving
you $10 off the MSRP.
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NEW BOWEN EXCLUSIVE STATUES
We've just been given the go-ahead to start listing Bowen Designs' website
exclusive statues, and we're happy to let you know about the first four.
We have the Armored Sandman 15" statue at $224.99, the Iron Man Hydro
Armor 14" statue at $259.99, the X-23 12" statue at $229.99 and the Street
Version of Sabretooth 12.5" statue at $249.99. Don't miss out on your
chance to own these great exclusive statues.
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FUNKO POP STAR WARS BOBBLEHEADS
Funko has announced a new addition to their POP! line. The POP! Star Wars
line is comprised of 3.75" bobbleheads on bases, and we have listings up
now for Darth Vader, Yoda, Chewbacca, Han Solo, Princess Leia, Greedo and
a Stormtrooper, and each is priced at $8.99.
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DISGUISE COSTUMES - THOR, CAPTAIN AMERICA, TF3
We've listed a number of new costumes from upcoming movies, courtesy of
Disguise. We've got costumes and accessories from "Thor", "Captain
America" and "Transformers 3: Dark of the Moon", with Megatron, Prime and
more. Check out all of the new pre-orders and pick your favorites.
Disguise Toys, Action Figures, and Collectibles



MOTU CLASSICS - VIKOR, ETERNIAN PALACE GUARDS, THE GODDESS REISSUE
We have a number of figures up for pre-order for the benefit of our
international and other customers. Both Vikor and the Goddess Reissue are
listed at $34.99, with the Eternian Palace Guard Two-Pack priced at
$59.99.
Masters of the Universe: Modern Toys, Action Figures, and Collectibles


SOUTH PARK CLASSICS SERIES 02 - SET, SINGLES
A second wave of South Park Classics has been announced by Mezco. This
assortment includes Stan with his dog and evil goldfish, Kyle with Ike,
and A.W.E.S.O.M.-O with shopping bags. Each figure is listed singly at
$12.99, or you can pick them up as a set of three for $32.99, saving $6
off the MSRP.
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LEGO MINIFIGURES SERIES 03, 04
Two new waves of domestic Lego Minifigures have been listed. Series 03
includes figures like Mummy Baseball Player and Samurai Warrior and is
available as random singles at $3.99 each, as a display of 60 for $199.99
and as a Master Case of 120 at $379.99. We have also listed Series 04,
including such figures as Kimono Girl, the Werewolf and a Mad
Scientist/Professor, and they are available as a Display of 60 for
$199.99.
Lego Toys, Action Figures, and Collectibles


NEW DOCTOR WHO CLOCKS, WATCH AND MORE
Three new Doctor Who items are up for pre-order. The first is an old-time
style metal alarm clock with the image of the Eleventh Doctor and Amy Pond
floating through space, and it is listed at $19.99. The second is an
Eleventh Doctor Projection Wrist Watch, with an image of the Doctor on the
face and the ability to project another through the side of the watch;
this piece is priced at $15.99. Finally there is a new Dalek Wall Clock
with images of the new Blue, Yellow and White Daleks from the Dalek
Paradigm, and it is listed at $27.99. In additon to these, the Dalek
Talking Topper Alarm Clock is being restocked, with an arrival date of
April and a price of $26.99. Also being restocked is the TARDIS Floating
Pen, with a tiny TARDIS inside the liquid; this is priced at $10.99.
Finally a new blue version of the Dalek Moulded Money Bank is up for
pre-order, and it is listed at $26.99.
Doctor Who Toys, Action Figures, and Collectibles



VENTURE BROTHERS FIGURES SERIES 05 SET OF 2
The latest wave of Bif Bang Pow's Venture Brothers 8" figures includes
magical family friend Dr. Orpheus and Phantom Limb, a recurring villain.
We have them listed as a set, priced at $37.99 for the two figures.
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TWILIGHT ZONE FIGURES SERIES 05 SET OF 2
This new wave includes the diner-running Venusian and the tiny robotic
Invader. Like the previous sets, these are priced at $37.99 for the pair.
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LOST FIGURES
Two new waves of 8" Mego-esque Lost figures are up for pre-order. Series
05 includes Jack and Sayid, while Series 06 includes Miles and Claire;
each pair is listed at $37.99.
Lost Toys, Action Figures, and Collectibles


GENTLE GIANT AVATAR MINI BUSTS
The busts of Neytiri and Tsu'Tey have been resolicited, and are now
scheduled to arrive in April. These busts have an MSRP of $75, but we
have them listed at $66.99 each, saving you $8 per bust.


COURTROOM PETER VENKMAN
We also have a number of the new Courtroom Peter Venkman up for pre-order.
This figure comes with a ghostly Nunzio Scoleri, and is listed at $34.99.
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IGEAR BEE - SINGLES, SET
We have just listed the new Bee figures from iGear. Bee 01 is a familiar
yellow, while Bee 02 is a more angry red; we have each listed singly at
$17.99, or as a set for $34.99. They are legends class sized, with 7.5 cm
tall robot modes.
iGear Toys, Action Figures, and Collectibles


DARTH VADER MCQUARRIE CONCEPT BRONZE BUST
Gentle Giant has announced a new 8" bronze bust of everyone's favorite
Dark Lord of the Sith. This version is done from the concept art of Ralph
McQuarrie, and is limited to just 100 pieces worldwide. Each piece is
individually numbered, and the item is listed at $1349.99, saving you $150
off the MSRP for the piece.
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1:2 SCALE TWO-FACE BUST
This bust has been resolicited, and is now set to arrive in March. This
realistic sculpt is wearing a dual-style suit made of real fabric and
stands about 13" tall by 11" wide, and we have it listed at $244.99,
saving you $50 off the MSRP.
1:2 Scale Two-Face Bust - DC Comics Statues & Busts


ST:TOS COMMUNICATOR & PHASER TWO-PACK
Diamond has announced a re-issue of this two pack of Original Series
accessories. The phaser has a blue body and a detachable Type-1 phaser,
while the Communicator has an auto-distress call, and the set is priced at
$49.99, $10 off the MSRP.
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BTTF - FLUX CAPACITOR UNLIMITED EDITION, MARTY'S HAT
Diamond Select is also reissuing two replicas from the "Back to the
Future" movies. Marty's shiny color-changing hat is back, priced at
$22.99, and the Unlimited edition of the Flux Capacitor (Plutonium not
included) is priced at $249.99, saving you $25 off the MSRP.
Back To The Future Toys, Action Figures, and Collectibles


DISNEY SHOWCASE - DANCING, LAUGHING, BANKS
Enesco's Disney Showcase line has three new entries. Dancing with the
Mouse is a take-off of Dancing with the Stars, and has Mickey and Minnie
doing six different dances in six different outfit pairs, from hte Tango
andf the Paso Doble to the Jitterbug and Disco, with each pair listed at
$37.99. The new Laughing series shows a variety of stars in a laughing
pose, with Mickey, Goofy, Stitch and more, and they are listed at $ 17.99
each. Finally, four new banks have been listed, with Mickey, Tinkerbell,
Pooh and Uncle Scrooge each listed at $34.99.
Disney Toys, Action Figures, and Collectibles


1/6 SCALE STEVE MCQUEEN
How2Works' Figure Mind series continues with this new 1/6 scale version of
Steve McQueen. The 1/6 scale import figure comes dressed in a suit with a
tan trenchcoat, and is listed at $199.99.
1/6 Scale Steve McQueen Figure - Figure Mind Figures



REVOLTECH EVOLUTION EVA-02
The latest Revoltech Evangelion figure is the Evolution version of the red
EVA-02. This figure comes with a number of detachable clear and colored
add-on accessory pieces, and is priced at $49.99.
Revoltech: Evolution EVA-02 (#102) - Evangelion Action Figures



1/6 SCALE WWII U.S. M3A1 SCOUT CAR
This huge 1/6 scale replica vehicle is made of metal with wood and rubber,
like the real thing, and includes a number of accessories like a pickaxe,
shovel, Jerry can and axe, with openable doors and windows. It is priced
at $689.99, and should arrive next month.
WWII U.S. M3A1 Scout Car - Tao Wan Metal Vehicles 1/6 Scale Metal Vehicles



QUEENS BLADE REVOLTECH FRAULEIN - ALLEYNE, YMIR 2P COLOR VERSIONS
Two new 2-Player colored versions of Queens Blade Revoltech Fraulein
figures are up for pre-order. Alleyne is dressed in a red outfit, while
Ymir is in pink and white, and each figure is available at $44.99.
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Thanks for your interest and be sure to check out some of the many new
items mentioned above. New DC Direct items will be listed soon as well.

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Hasbro's supercharge ends at the end of this month! More info:

Hello Hasbro Fans!

Happy New Year! Hope you had a great holiday, however, the holiday season isn’t over just yet!

As you may recall, I let you all know a while back about a Hasbro promotion called “Supercharge Your Gift Card and Cash Too” that began on Christmas Day and runs until 1/31/11. With a little more than a week left until the end of January, I just wanted to make sure you and your respective communities don’t miss out on this great opportunity!

As a reminder, with "Supercharge Your Gift Card and Cash Too," Hasbro is rewarding consumers who spend $20 or more in gift cards (or cash) on select Hasbro toys and games with one of more than twenty FREE Hasbro toys and games valued at $10 or more. The promotion began on 12/25/10 and runs through 1/31/11. No matter what your kids are into, they're sure to love receiving a little something extra from one of your favorite Hasbro brands, including TRANSFORMERS, G.I. JOE, MARVEL and STAR WARS!

If you have any questions or need any materials, please feel free to contact me. For much more information on the promotion, please visit Hasbro.com/supercharge

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Kdush2000 of ACTOYS has posted a new image of the Jungle BAT we mentioned earlier tonight. As you can see, it's a repaint of the BAT from the GI Joe 25th Anniversary line. Could the new Jungle Battle Android Trooper feature new modular arm attachments, to spice things up?

Take a closer look after the jump!

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HISS Tank site owner DESTRO has relayed information from his latest reconnaissance sweep at Target. GI Joe prices have increased. Pursuit Of Cobra single carded figures and alpha vehicles are affected:

• Single figures: Formerly $6.99, now $8.54
• Alpha vehicles: Formerly $16.99, now $20.79

*Have prices changed in your area? Let us know after the jump!

*Stay tuned for photographic evidence

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The newest issue of Ages 25 & Up, entitled That's For Casuals, is now online for your viewing pleasure! Duke makes an executive decision that may backfire for one team member. 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!

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HISSTank.com member Shogi made these custom Tiny Cobras from scratch.

"I grabbed 2 wooden dowels and some small wooden balls and started cutting, sanding and painting. I used Apoxie for the Baroness' hair, Cobra Commander's Helmet and Destro's collar."

Click the Discuss button for all the pics & details.

Read More: Custom Tiny Cobras @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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GI Joe Movie PIT Mobile HQ with Hawk is now on sale at Toys "R" Us for a super low price of $29.98 + Tax. This huge playset is also a vehicle, the mobile base of operations for America's elite fighting force GI Joe. It's packed with places to park your ROC vehicles and figures, loaded with action features, and yes, even includes a rec room.

If you were waiting for a deal now is the time to act.

To discuss the GI Joe Movie PIT Mobile HQ click the Title Bar.

Read More: GI Joe Movie PIT Mobile HQ On Sale At TRU For $29.98 @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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GI Joe Movie PIT Mobile HQ with Hawk is now on sale at Toys "R" Us for a super low price of $29.98 + Tax. This huge playset is also a vehicle, the mobile base of operations for America's elite fighting force GI Joe. It's packed with places to park your ROC vehicles and figures, loaded with action features, and yes, even includes a rec room.

If you were waiting for a deal now is the time to act.

To discuss the GI Joe Movie PIT Mobile HQ click the Title Bar.

Read More: GI Joe Movie PIT Mobile HQ On Sale At TRU For $29.98 @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Newsarama has gotten confirmation that both Wizard Magazine and ToyFare Magazine will be ending their print runs. Wizard will continue, starting February 2011, as a digital magazine entitled "Wizard World", accompanied by a 12 city convention tour. ToyFare isn't so lucky, with word being that the printed version will simply cease operations.

This ends the near 20 year print run for Wizard Magazine. ToyFare, originally an offshoot of Wizard, has been in print since 1997. With the ever growing popularity of toy blogs, daily breaking news and leaked pre-production toys, it was only a matter of time for something like this to occur. A sad day for toy fans.

Read More: ToyFare and Wizard Magazines R.I.P. @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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So we've seen the HISS Attack Scout, and you've probably wondered how the Attack Scout attached to the Black HISS Tank V5 looked. Well now we can see this thanks to HISS Tank boards member Gyre-viper! Attached are new images, also showing:

• Comparisons of the drivers
• Comparisons with the canceled HISS Attack Drone(could we see it in the GI Joe Renegades line?
• Different weapons configurations
• Comparison with HISS Tank V5 prepro sample

Now that you can finally see the images of the vehicles attached, is the HISS Attack Scout something you'd like to see at retail?

Read More: HISS Attack Scout Attached To HISS Tank V5 @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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King Darkness of the Sideshow Freaks Message Board has posted images of the recently released Red Ninja, the preorders of which initially went up last summer. As you can see in these photos, the Red Ninja has proven to be quite photogenic. Both the standard edition, and Sideshow Exclusive Edition are shown. Whether you wanted to troop build to back up Storm Shadow, or if you just like the Red Ninja figure(s) on their own, this release comes with plenty of weapons and accessories to configure your ninja(s) with. Check out some images of the newest Sideshow figure after the jump!

Click Here To Get On The Sideshow Collectibles Red Ninja Sideshow Exclusive Edition Wait List

Click Here To Get On The Sideshow Collectibles Red Ninja Wait List

Read More: Sideshow Red Ninja Images @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Comic Book Resources has interviewed Mike Raicht about his work on the upcoming GI Joe Infestation! IDW Infestation Info From NYCC was posted last October followed by subsequent covers and info for the main Infestation title later that month. CBR's interview revealed some interesting tidbits, with regards to focus and the cast:

While the Joes will play a role in the miniseries, the Baroness and her Cobra agents will be taking center stage in “G.I. Joe: Infestation.” “We were given the chance to play with a few very cool characters. On the Cobra side we have Baroness, Interrogator (from Max Brooks' awesome 'Hearts & Minds' series), and the BATS,” Raicht said. “We also get the chance to introduce a few Joes into the IDW continuity including Psyche Out, who, as crazy as it sounds, was always a personal favorite of mine.

“It's always a treat to put characters through their paces. Especially characters like the Baroness, who has a pathological need to be in control and will do just about anything to ensure it. Putting a character like the Baroness, who is the ultimate survivor, into a situation where she does not have all of the angles covered makes for some pretty combustible moments in the book. That's fun for me as a writer. I fear for those around her.”

Raicht's choice to focus on the bad guys reflects to some degree his preference amongst IDW's current “G.I. Joe” series. “I've always been a big fan of 'G.I. Joe' but I've become a huge fan and reader of the current 'Cobra' series. I like to think we tried our best to mirror that feel and intensity,” Raicht said. “[Christos] Gage, [Mike] Costa, [Antonio] Fuso, and Schmidt are doing an awesome job with Chuckles, Tomax, Xamot and Cobra. The book keeps me coming back just to see what happens next. I think that's the tone we tried to bring to the table for this story. Hopefully that grittiness, intensity and uncertainty of what could possibly happen next, comes through in these issues.

Are you looking forward to the Infestation?

Read More: Mike Raicht Talks GI Joe Infestation @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Ready for Cobra Civil War? Check out the solicitations for IDW's April 2011 books:

G. I. Joe A Real American Hero #165 - Expected release: 20-04-2011
The exciting DARK SNAKE EYES saga concludes here! Will Snake Eyes finally defeat Dr. Venom's programming and return to the Joes? Can even Storm Shadow stop him if he doesn't? What will be the fate of Billy and the Brainwave Scanner? All these questions and more will be answered in this incredible issue of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero!

G. I. Joe Cobra #1 Hundred Penny Press - Expected release: N/A

G. I. Joe Cobra Civil War #0 - Expected release: 06-04-2011
COBRA CIVIL WAR BEGINS HERE! The Commander is dead! Long live¿ Cobra Commander?! But the questions is, who will BE the NEXT Cobra Commander?! The role of Commander must be filled-now the most lethal and cunning Cobra operatives will COMPETE TO REIGN SUPREME. The winner-he who kills the most G.I. JOES-will take the reins of COBRA! Bonus: Ninja Force!!!!! Yeah, baby! 30 big pages of story at regular price! This is the place to jump on board and see what everyone's been talking about!

G. I. Joe Cobra Commander Tribute 100 Page Spectacular - Expected release: 06-04-2011
Featuring a new cover by Fuso, this issue reprints the instant classic: G.I. JOE: COBRA #12-The Death of Cobra Commander! It also contains new insights from major Cobra and G.I. Joe players on what the demise of the Commander might mean for them and the world, creator interviews, and more, along with classic Cobra Commander tales from the past! Contains bonus poster of the Kill Shot!

G. I. Joe Disavowed TP Volume 03 - Expected release: 27-04-2011
The continuation of A Real American Hero throttles ahead as Devil's Due issues #19-19 are collected in this third volume of G.I. Joe: Disavowed. Includes the two-part 'Homecoming,' 'The Family,' and the three-part 'The Cabal' story.

Check out the covers after the jump!

Read More: IDW GI Joe April 2011 Solicitations @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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HISSTank.com member kramer70 took about 3 years to complete his Cobra temple diorama.

"This is my Diorama Cobra temple playset. Its over 6 ft. high and 6 ft. long and 3 feet deep. Its mostly made up of foamboard PVC for the pillars. The mountain is made from paper mache and some plaster stuff I found at a hobby shop. The guns are made from spray can caps and pvc along with foamboard. "

Click the Discuss button for all the pics & details.

Read More: Custom Cobra Temple Diorama @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Sideshow Collectibles has updated their production blog with new images of Stalker! Here's more info:

Remember that the Exclusive Stalker 12-inch Figure will be available for Pre-Order through the Sideshow Newsletter on Thursday, January 27th, which is typically published between 2PM and 3PM (Pacific Time). For those of you who can’t wait to see the full reveal of this G.I. Joe collectible, we’re posting the product gallery and info a bit early (see below).

The Exclusive Stalker 12-inch Figure, which includes the Commando Sweater accessory will be priced at $124.99. A regular edition, without the extra accessory will also be available for Pre-Order and priced at $124.99. Remember, both versions of the Stalker 12-inch Figure will be sold on a first come, first served basis, and will have the FLEXPay option available as a payment choice when placing your Pre-Order. Make sure you log into your newsletter account on January 27th, 2011 to secure this piece for your collection.[Sign Up for the Sideshow Newsletter][Newsletter Login]

Check out all the images after the jump!

Read More: Sideshow GI Joe Stalker Gallery @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Ever wanted to know how the core cast from some of IDW's titles would cooperate against a zombie collective? Look no further than IDW's Infestation! We have reviewed the 1st issue in this series. At the end of the issue is a preview for the GI Joe Infestation #1, which we go over too.

How did the 1st issue of Infestation turn out? Find out after the jump!
Ever wanted to know how the core cast from some of IDW's titles would cooperate against a zombie collective? Look no further than IDW's Infestation! We have reviewed the 1st issue in this series. At the end of the issue is a preview for the GI Joe Infestation #1, which we go over too.

Infestation #1


Credits
Publisher: IDW Publishing
Written by Dan Abnett and Andy Lanning

Art by: David Messina
Inks by: Gaetano Carlucci
Colors by: ScarlettGothica

Prologue art by: Elena Casagrande

Art assist by: Claudia Balboni

Lettered by: Robbie Robbins

Editors: Chris Ryall & Tom Waltz

Assistant Editor: Bobby Curnow

Sneak Peak for GI Joe Infestation #1 Credits
Written by: Mike Raicht
Art by: Giovanni Timpano

Covers
Cover A art by: Gabriel Rodriguez
Cover B art by: John K. Snyder III, colors by Jason Wright
Incentive cover art by: Ashley Wood

Review
IDW has kicked off a new mini-series, which involves characters from multiple IDW series in a dimension spanning adventure. Adventures in what? Fighting zombies!

The 1st issue kicks off this zombie war with the team of Covert Vampiric Operations(CVO). CVO consists of Cross(team leader), Britt & Bools(vampire field agents), Benny The Smith(head of CVO Occult Scientific Research), and Overmars(head of CVO). It’s a covert team meant to protect humanity against supernatural dangers.

In the prologue(which does a good job of visually differenciating itself from what happens in present time) an interdimensional portal to Dimension Z(for Zombie) has opened up within an underground military base in Kirtland, New Mexico. The military sees massive potential in using Dimension Z as a whole new world in which it sets the rules. This, after killing off all the zombies in it of course.

However, things don’t work out as planned. Instead of humans going through the gate to Dimension Z, the zombies break through to Earth. Subsequently all hell breaks loose. This is where CVO steps in.

CVO is sent in to shut the interdimensional portal down and investigate. Considering that only 4 team members are sent in against an overwhelming zombie hoard, CVO does not have an easy task ahead of them.

CVO’s intervention inadvertently(and unintentionally) helps the zombies, which are part of a collective called the Undermind. Now seeing this take place, adds to the excitement of this issue. It comes off as an over the top read. It’s fast paced and unpredictable, I also found it to be humorous. I wouldn’t expect a robot to turn into a zombie but it did happen in this issue.

The end of issue #1 shows how the Infestation infests the other IDW series. This issue kicks the series off to a good start. It was a rather enjoyable read, I didn’t know what to expect because I haven’t read many zombie comics in the past, and didn’t know about CVO until now. The artwork takes a graphically bold approach, however I didn’t think the prologue art was as consistent. The idea of a covert team taking on zombies makes for potentially fun storylines. Speaking of a covert team….

GI Joe(or rather, Cobra) makes an appearance, in 1 of the previews at the end of the issue. We see Baroness and Eels aboard a sub off the California coast. They are sent to investigate Joes on a sailboat moving discreetly. Baroness sets the tone for what we can expect(she’s rather brutal), and someone already dies before the end of the preview. Definitely looking forward to GI Joe Infestation #1, which will be released on March 2nd. GI Joe Infestation #2 will be released on March 16th.

In conclusion, Infestation #1 is a recommended read. However you might want to read Zombies VS Robots : Adventure, and CVO Volume 1 prior to reading this issue, as they provide insight into what happened prior to the Infestation.

Read More: HISS Tank Reviews IDW Infestation #1 @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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It's been a week since GI Joe Cobra #12 was released, and it kicks off the upcoming Cobra Civil War. If you haven't read the aforementioned issue of GI Joe Cobra; you're missing out and ought to catch up. It was a pivotal issue with aftershocks remaining to be seen.

So our question is,

Do you like how IDW has handled Cobra Commander?

Share your thoughts with us after the jump!

Read More: HISS Tank Sound Off IDW Cobra Commander @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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First off, the Pursuit Of Cobra revision cases started shipping out earlier this week(thanks to HISS Tank boards member Gundamben831 for the heads up!), and they are available for preorder:

GI Joe Pursuit Of Cobra 2011 Revision Case 3
GI Joe Pursuit Of Cobra 2011 Revision Case 4

There is much more to this update, check out all the new arrivals and preorders at site sponsor BigBadToyStore after the jump!
First off, the Pursuit Of Cobra revision cases started shipping out earlier this week(thanks to HISS Tank boards member Gundamben831 for the heads up!), and they are available for preorder:

GI Joe Pursuit Of Cobra 2011 Revision Case 3
GI Joe Pursuit Of Cobra 2011 Revision Case 4

Hi - Here is a quick update from http://www.bigbadtoystore.com about a ton
of new preorders and many more new arrivals:


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NEW ARRIVALS
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BLACKEST NIGHT SERIES 08 - SET, SINGLES
We now have the go-ahead to start shipping this fantastic closing set to
the Blackest Night Series of figures. This assortment includes Indigo
Tribe the Atom, Black Lantern Black Flash, Orange Lantern Lex Luthor and
Sinestro Corps Scarecrow. Each is available singly at $16.99, or you can
save some money and pick up the set of four, priced at $59.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/s...ckest+night+08


DRAGON AGE: ORIGINS SERIES 01 - SET, SINGLES
The first assortment from the best-selling game Dragon Age: Origins has
arrived. This set includes Grey Warden Duncan, Witch of the Wilds
Morrigan, "driven" General Loghain and a Genlock enemy. We have them
available singly at $17.99 each, or as a set of four at $64.99 (saving you
$11 off the singles price).
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/s...+Age+Series+01



TRANSFORMERS DELUXE 2011 SERIES 02 SINGLES
We have a number of singles left from the latest shipment of TF Deluxe
2011 Series 02. We have Bumblebee at $11.99, and Perceptor and Wreck-Gar
at $17.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/s...2011+Series+02



STAR WARS VINTAGE 2010 SERIES 06 REVISION 01
We still have this assortment available in a set of 8 (Peasant Anakin,
Peasant Padme, Senate Guard, Jango Fett, Super Battle Droid, Mace Windu,
Zam Wessel and Kit Fisto), priced at $84.99. We also have singles
remaining of a number of the figures as well as Darth Vader, General
Grievous, Obi-Wan Kenobi and a Sandtrooper, priced at $9.99 - $11.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/s...06+Revision+01



IRON MAN 2011 SERIES 01 - CASE, SINGLES
This new assortment includes figures like Storm Surge Armor Iron Man,
Sonic Storm Armor Iron Man, Exosphere Armor Iron Man, a Hammer Drone,
Reactor Shift Iron Man and more. We have them available as a set of 12 at
$99.99; we also have singles available of a number of figures, so check
out the menu to find the new pieces.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/m...&category=6191


GI JOE 2011 SERIES 01, 02
The two new 2011 assortments of GI Joe are back in stock. We have the
Series 01 set of 4 listed at $29.99. We also have singles available of a
number of figures from each series, priced at $7.99 - $9.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/s...ch=gi+joe+2011



STAR WARS BOBA FETT 1:1 SCALE BUST
This life-size bust of everyone's favorite bounty hunter measures 30" tall
by 25" wide (and 10" deep) and includes a fabric cape and hand-painted
armor. This piece is listed at $749.99, saving you $50 off of the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...44&mode=retail



BLADE RUNNER BLU-RAY & SPINNER SET
We've managed to get a hold of some more of these popular sets. Each
includes the movie on Blu-Ray as well as a replica of the Police Spinner
vehicle, and we have the set listed at $179.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...97&mode=retail



DC ACTION LEAGUE 2011 SERIES 01 SET OF 4 TWO-PACKS
This new assortment includes Firestorm & Deathstorm, White Lantern
Sinestro & Green Lantern Hal Jordan, the Flash & Captain Boomerang and
Superman & Bizarro, and we have them listed as a set of four two-packs for
$29.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...79&mode=retail



MACHETE 7" ACTION FIGURE
This figure from the movie of the same name starring Danny Trejo comes
complete with two different bloody machetes, and is sculpted with a
leather vest full of throwing knives. We have this figure listed at
$16.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...29&mode=retail



DEAD SPACE SERIES 02 - SET, SINGLE
NECA has also sent us our first shipment of Dead Space Series 02. This
assortment includes Isaac Clarke and a Necromorph Slasher, and we have
them listed as a set for $32.99 ($3 off MSRP) as well as singles of Isaac
at $15.99 ($2 off MSRP). In addition, we have them listed as a case of 8
(5 Isaac, 3 Necromorph) for $109.99, $34 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/m...&category=5398


MARVEL SELECT - JUGGERNAUT, CYCLOPS, RESTOCK
On Thursday we'll receive a shipment of the new Juggernaut figure, and
this huge guy can go toe-to-toe with the Hulk and the Thing any time. We
have him listed at $19.99 for the regular version, and at $39.99 for a set
of the regular & Helmetless versions. In addition, we've received an
X-Man to take him on, in the form of X-Leader Cyclops. He comes in
regular and X-Factor costume versions, and we have them as a set of two
for $39.99 as well, and also have the regular version available singly at
$17.99. We have also received a restock shipment, including Magneto,
Daredevil, Sabretooth, the Thing and Thor, so if you missed any of them
the first time around, you can grab them now.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/m...&category=1165


STAR WARS 12" BLACKHOLE STORMTROOPER RETAILER EXCLUSIVE
This new figure is Sideshow's latest to be released solely through online
retailers. This black-armored soldier comes with alternate hands, a
thermal detonator, a blaster and a display base, and is listed at $89.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...58&mode=retail



BODHI DHARMA 12" FIGURE
This new figure of the man who introduced Zen Buddhism to China and Japan
and introduced the martial arts to the Shaolin Temple comes with authentic
clothing, and weapons that can change into five different forms and
multiple hands for all manner of martial arts poses. This figure is
listed at $114.99, saving you $5 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...57&mode=retail



MOTU CLASSICS - VIKOR, THE GODDESS REISSUE, ETERNIAN PALACE GUARDS
TWO-PACK
We have managed to get some of this month's Masters of the Universe
Classics figures for our overseas and other customers. This month
includes Vikor and a reissue of the Goddess (each at $34.99) along with
the Eternian Palace Guard Two-Pack, which is listed at $59.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/m...&category=5230


GHOSTBUSTERS PETER VENKMAN (COURTROOM)
This new 6" figure of Peter Venkman in his courtroom suit from
"Ghostbusters II" also comes with a ghost of Nunzio Scoleri, and the set
is priced at $34.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...11&mode=retail


TRANSFORMERS UNITED - SMALL RESTOCK
We have received a small restock shipment of Transformers United figures.
We have UN-06 Optimus Prime, UN-07 Bumblebee, UN-09 Megatron, UN-02
Bumblebee Cybertron Mode and UN-03 Cliffjumper Cybertron Mode in stock
now, so grab your favorites.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/m...&category=7066


MOS EISLEY CANTINA NADON'S NOOK 12" FIGURE ENVIRONMENT
This version of the Cantina environment includes a smooth-sided table and
two brown chairs, and is perfect for recreating the scene where Han Solo
is hired by Obi-Wan to take them to Alderaan. The Nook set is listed at
$84.99, $5 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...14&mode=retail



POP ROCKS FIGURES
We have received a shipment of Funko's new POP Rocks figures. These 3.75"
figures have big heads and are designed after your favorite musicians. We
have Run, DMC and Jam Master Jay from Run DMC, as well as Reggae Rasta Bob
Marley, Purple Haze Jimi Hendrix, and all four members of KISS, and each
figure is listed at $8.99. We also have pre-orders up for two different
versions of Elvis as well as Ozzy Osbourne, so grab your favorites while
they're available.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/s...arch=POP+Rocks


HARRY POTTER GRYFFINDOR SCHOOL ROBE - ADULT SIZE, YOUNG ADULT SIZE
We have received part of our shipment of Gryffindor School Robes, and have
a number of the adult size in stock. This robe is perfect for costume
parties or any other use you may want, and is listed at $139.99, $9 off
the MSRP. We also have the Young Adult size in stock at the same price.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/s...or+School+Robe



HEADROBOTS HOTHEAD MINI FIGURE
We've just restocked our supply of Headrobots' newest figure. This
version goes great with the original Hardhead or the current version, and
comes with a number of large weapons to add to their firepower. This
figure is priced at $34.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...02&mode=retail


LOST 8" FIGURES SERIES 01, 02
Another shipment of Lost 8" figures has arrived. Series 01 includes Kate
Austin & Benjamin Linus, while Series 02 includes John Locke & Hurley
Reyes. Each Series is listed as a set of two, and each set is priced at
$37.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/m...&category=2563


WAR AXE ACCESSORY
We have restocked the War Axe accessory from Corbot V. This piece is made
to go with your War For Cybertron Optimus Prime (or any other 'bot who
could use some extra weaponry) and is designed from his axe in the game.
This accessory is listed at $14.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...00&mode=retail



GODZILLA - MEGARO & KUMONGA VINYL REALISTIC COLOR SET
Both parts of this set have arrived at our warehouse and are ready to ship
out. Each figure is done in a 'realistic' color style, and the set of two
is priced at $109.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...04&mode=retail



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NEW PREORDERS
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NEW BISHOUJO COMIC GIRLS
Two new Bishoujo girls are on their way from Kotobukiya this summer.
Marvel Comics delivers the Invisible Woman in her full Fantastic Four
costume, while DC brings Supergirl in a half-top and miniskirt, being
chased through the clouds by Streaky. Each figure is listed at $49.99,
saving you $10 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/s...earch=Bishoujo



STAR WARS CLONE WARS COMMANDER BLY EXCLUSIVE BUST
This bust is taken from the Clone Wars show on Cartoon Network, and is set
to arrive next month. We have it listed at $59.99, so grab yours before
they're gone.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...59&mode=retail


STARCRAFT PREMIUM SERIES 01 - SET, SINGLES
Following on the heels of the Warcraft Premium figures is a new line from
the hit Real Time Strategy game series, Starcraft. The first wave
includes Jim Raynor, a Human Marine and Marshall, and Zeratul, a Protoss
Dark Templar Prelate. We have them listed singly at $29.99 each, or you
can pick up the set of two for $57.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/m...&category=7255


JLU 2010 THREE-PACKS SERIES 02
We have just received word from Mattel that we will indeed be able to get
this assortment after all. The case assortment includes two each of
Batman/Joker/Gray Ghost and Warlord/Supergirl/Deimos, along with one each
of Green Lantern/Manhunter/Manhunter and Superman/Livewire/Weather Wizard.
We have the case of 6 three-packs listed at $99.99, with the single
three-packs listed at $17.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/m...&category=1846


NFL SPORTSPICKS BOX SETS
McFarlane has announced two new NFL boxed two-packs. The Chicago Bears
get a Dick Butkus & Brian Urlacher 2 Two-Pack, while the Pittsburgh
Steelers get a "Mean" Joe Greene 2 & James Harrison Two-Pack. Each pack
is listed at $22.99, with an arrival date of July 2011.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/m...&category=2001


NFL PLAYMAKERS SERIES 02 - CASE, SINGLES
The second wave of 3.75" NFL players is also up for pre-order. This
assortment includes figures like Reggie Bush, Adrian Peterson, Tim Tebow,
both Manning brothers, Rashard Mendenhall and more, and is listed at $7.99
per single figure, or at $79.99 for the case of 12.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/m...&category=7265


FINAL FANTASY VII STATIC ARTS SEPHIROTH STATUE
This fantastic piece is going back for another run, and should arrive this
June. It stands over 14" tall and shows Sephiroth standing amidst a swirl
of flames; we have it listed at $142.99, $7 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...89&mode=retail



REAL GHOSTBUSTERS MINIMATES SERIES 01 BOX SET
The first assortment of Minimates from the "Real Ghostbusters" cartoon is
to include Janine, Slimer, Ray and Egon, and is listed at $15.99, $2 off
the MSRP. Don't miss out on this set, which is to arrive this May.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...68&mode=retail



GHOSTBUSTERS LIGHT-UP STAY-PUFT MARSHMALLOW MAN STATUE
This second light-up statue in the Ghostbusters series is Ray's wish
brought to life. The friendly-faced statue stands on a base with the
Ghostbusters logo, and is listed at $59.99, $10 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...69&mode=retail



FEMME FATALES ANNE BONNY STATUE
The pirate lady is the next in Diamond's Femme Fatales statue series. She
wears a leather jack et and boots over her ...clothes, and wields a whip
or rope of some kind, and she is up for pre-order at $34.99, $5 off the
MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...70&mode=retail



CAPTAIN AMERICA MINIMATES ARMY BUILDER DUMP
This assortment from the upcoming movie will include 12 Minimates, with a
Red Skull in Hydra outfit as well as a wide variety of Hydra soldiers,
pilots and more. This set of 12 is listed at $59.99, and is set to arrive
in May, in plenty of time for the movie's release in July.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...71&mode=retail



CDMW-14* THE KING'S POWER PARTS CUSTOM GIANT SONIC SWORD - G1 GOLD VERSION
CrazyDevy is releasing a newly-colored version of the sword for Predaking.
This version will be a more bronze-colored version to match the original
G1 release, rather than the gold color that they originally released.
This sword is up for pre-order, priced at $21.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...23&mode=retail



CDMW-17 COMBAT BRIGADE POWER PARTS MISSILE LAUNCHER
This new set will allow your Onslaught and Bruticus to have the longer
missile launchers that were shown in the cartoon. Not only that, but is
will come with a specially designed launcher, and the whole set is listed
at $37.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...24&mode=retail


MICHAEL JACKSON 10" COLLECTIBLE FIGURES
Two new figures in this line have been announced by Playmates. Michael in
his 'Beat It' outfit and Michael in the outfit he wore for his first
Moonwalk are each available for pre-order, priced at $44.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/m...&category=4979


PERSEUS 22" PREMIUM FORMAT FIGURE
Sideshow has announced that they are releasing a Premium Format figure of
Perseus from the recent "Clash of the Titans" remake. This piece has
Perseus standing atop the remains of a column, with his sword in one hand
and shield in the other. This piece is listed at $284.99, $15 off the
MSRP.

http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...89&mode=retail



STAR WARS 501ST LEGION VADER'S FIST CLONE TROOPER 1:1 SCALE BUST
This bust wears the battle-weathered blue and white clone armor of the
501st Legion. it stands 26" tall by 27" wide, and is constructed from
fiberglass, polystone, fabric and metal. This piece is listed at $569.99
($30 below MSRP) and requires a $60 nonrefundable deposit at the time of
ordering.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...90&mode=retail



THE SONTARAN EXPERIMENT COLLECTORS' SET
Underground Toys' new Classic Doctor Who set comes from the Fourth
Doctor's tenure and includes the Tom Baker version of the Doctor along
with Sontaran Field-Major Styre and his ship. The set is listed at
$64.99, and is set to arrive next month.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...84&mode=retail



LUKE SKYWALKER LIGHTSABER STUNT REPLICA (ROTJ)
eFX is producing a stunt replica version of Luke Skywalker's lightsaber
from "Return of the Jedi". This version is used in filming and is cast in
resin with metal and plastic details. This item is listed at $99.99, and
also comes with a display stand.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...16&mode=retail



DISNEY TRADITIONS SONATA FIGURINES & BASES
We have just listed Enesco's new line of Disney Traditions Sonata figures.
The line consists of six different Disney 'princesses', along with a
display that can hold all six at once, and a Musical Base. When you put
one of the princess figurines on the base, it plays a specific piece for
each individual princess. The princess figurines are listed at $38.99
each, with the displayer at $39.99 and the Musical Base at $29.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/s...ditions+Sonata



GRAYS SPORTS ALMANAC 1950-2000 REPLICA
This replica is a copy of the book used in the Back to the Future movies
for characters to know the scores before the games happened. This version
includes silver paint on the cover, and is listed at $69.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...30&mode=retail



BATTLESTAR GALACTICA MAP OF THE 12 COLONIES
Quantum Mechanix is releasing a 26" x 39" map of the Colonies from the new
Battlestar Galactica Series. It was created with the help of a NASA
scientist and includes data and points of interest from the planets. This
map is listed at $14.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...64&mode=retail



NFL SPORTSPICKS SERIES 26 - CASE, SINGLES
We've just listed the newest wave of McFarlane's NFL Sportspicks. This
assortment includes Adrian Peterson 4, Eli Manning 4, Ray Lewis 4, Wes
Welker, Brandon Marshall, Terry Bradshaw and Jerome Bettis 2. We have
each single listed at $11.99, or you can pick up a case with one of each
plus one Chase or Collector Level figure for $89.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/m...&category=7273




USAGI YOJIMBO STATUES
We have pre-orders up now for the second wave of Usagi Yojimbo statues.
They average 10" tall and include Usagi in Armor ($109.99), Lord Noriyuki
($49.99), Jei ($79.99), Kitsune ($79.99) and Zato Ino ($79.99).
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/m...&category=5875


DARTH VADER USB HUB WITH SOUND
This new version of the Darth Vader USB Hub has different sculpting than
the original, and also makes Darth's breathing sounds every time something
is plugged in. This piece is listed at $37.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...85&mode=retail


BLACKEST NIGHT INDIGO-1 BUST
The leader of the new Indigo Tribe of Lanterns is being released as a bust
in the Heroes: Blackest Night series. As with the other releases her bust
will come with the other lantern symbols carved on the base, and shows her
holding her staff and ready for battle. We have her listed at $59.99,
saving you $10 off of the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...61&mode=retail



INDIGO LANTERN 1/4 SCALE POWER BATTERY & RING PROP REPLICA
The Indigo Tribe may use staves instead of lanterns for their power
batteries, but that wouldn't go very well with the rest of the set, would
it? This set will fit in with the rest of the collectible line, and is
priced at $29.99, $5 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...62&mode=retail



WOMEN OF THE DC UNIVERSE SUPERGIRL BUST
The third series of Women of the DC Universe is now getting a Supergirl
Bust, which shows her busting free from chains. This piece retails at
$59.99, but we have it listed at $49.99, saving you $10.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...63&mode=retail



AME-COMI HEROINE MINI-FIGURES SERIES 03
The new assortment of Ame-Comi mini figures includes Hawkgirl, Supergirl
(with Streaky) and Power Girl, and we have the set of three listed at
$39.99, $5 off the MSRP. We also have singles listed of Power Girl and
Supergirl, priced at $13.99 each.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/s...gure+Series+03



THE LITTLE ENDLESS PORTFOLIO
This set includes 12 different 8" by 10" prints of art from the Little
Endless Storybooks, done by Jill Thompson. The set of 12 is listed at
$26.99, saving you $3 off the MSRP.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/p...68&mode=retail



KABAYA GUM PLUS TRANSFORMERS SERIES 04 - GAIACROSS
This new wave includes the Landcross figures redone in a new color scheme
and different proportions to make a different look. We currently have
them listed as random singles at $3.99 each, and also as a display box of
8 at $29.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/s...s+04+Gaiacross



ROCK ICONZ YELLOW SUBMARINE STATUES
Rock Iconz is releasing a line of statues from the Beatles' movie "Yellow
Submarine". We have listings up for Paul, John, George, Ringo and a Blue
Meanie, each done in the animated style and each priced at $114.99.
http://www.bigbadtoystore.com/bbts/s...llow+Submarine



Thanks for your interest in www.bigbadtoystore.com and be sure to check
out some of the many new items mentioned above.

Thanks!

Joel & The BBTS Crew
www.bigbadtoystore.com

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If your like me, your snowed in for the third time this year. So why not make the best of it, and break out your Polar - Arctic G.I. Joe and Cobra figures, and start taking some pics. So put down Call of Duty for 5 minutes, make some coffee, throw the snow boots on, and get to work.

Clear and clean images will make the front page!

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Every now and then something epic, and ground breaking, gets posted on HISS Tank.com that changes the rules of the GI Joe game as we know them to be. Well my friends today is that day! Thanks to HISS Tank.com Boards member Zildjian for posting up what just may turn out to be the best custom I have ever seen......

Transformers Crossover Destro's Dominator Megatron

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SideShow 12" Stalker Now Up For Pre-Order

Sideshow Collectibles, Inc. - Stalker / 12 inch Figure

The Stalker 12 inch Figure features:

* Pro Body with over 30+ points of articulation
* Detailed portrait
* Flocked beret with Ranger flash
* Detailed fabric uniform set
* Triple Aught Design F.A.S.T Pack
* MOLLE Belt
* Y-Harness
* Riggers Belt
* Drop-leg Holster
* 4 x Universal Mag Pouches
* 2 x First Aid Pouches
* One point rifle sling
* M-32 Submachine Gun
* .45 caliber pistol
* 3 x .45 caliber magazines
* 2 x Canteen Pouches
* 2 x Canteens
* 2 x Smoke grenades
* 3 x Frag grenades
* Robinson Arms XCR(tm) 5.56mm Short Barrel Rifle with folding stock
* 2 x pairs switch-out boots, including standing and action
* Micro Red Dot Sight
* 5 x Magpul(tm) P-Mag Magazines
* Kukri Combat Knife
* Knife Sheath
* XMLR-1 Laser Rifle
* Generous assortment of switch-out hands
* Shoulder and nametape patches
* Dog tags
* 12-inch display base
* Sideshow Exclusive: Commando Sweater

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