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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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With filming having started this month, more and more GI Joe Retaliation news has been popping up! In addition, THE HUNT IS ON, as the 1st wave of GI Joe 30th Anniversary single carded figures has been spotted at retail!

• G.I. Joe Movie Retaliation Filming Continues At The Presidential Compound - GI Joe News
• G.I.Joe 30th Anniversary Celebration Single Cards Found At US Retail - GI Joe News
• DansJoes New G.I. JOE Toy Room - GI Joe News
• GI JOE VS COBRA SPECIAL #4 MISSION BRAZIL II - GI Joe News
• GI Joe A Real American Hero #169 And Snake Eyes Vol 2 #4 Previews - GI Joe News
• First Look At Channing Tatum In GI Joe Retaliation - GI Joe News
• Dan Gilvezan On ‘Drowned in the Grenadine’ - GI Joe News
• Custom Cobra City Strike Shadow Hurricane - GI Joe News
• DeRay Davis In GI Joe Retaliation - GI Joe News
• Ages 25 and up #154 - Doctors Orders Now Online! - GI Joe News
• NJCC 2011 JUNGLE B.A.T. HISS TANK EXCLUSIVE - GI Joe News

Read More: HISS Tank News Roundup August 30th 2011 @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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We've got the news roundup of news from this past week that we had at our sister sites:

• TFW2005
• Toyark
• Thundercats.ws

More Transformers Prime news and toy images, new Thundercats goodness and more! Read on to catchup on what went down last week!

Read More: TFW2005 Toyark And Thundercats.ws News Roundup August 30th 2011 @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: BCYOJOE @ Hisstank.com

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The Examiner is letting us know that the cast members of G. I. Joe: Retaliation are going through an intense physical training.

"When it comes to Lady Jade [What!?!], the undercover weapons expert on the G.I. Joe team (played by Friday Night Light's own Adrianne Palicki), Aaron is training her in the realm of plyometrics and cardio strength training to attain an "athletic, lean, and sleek" look that her character exhibits.

The French style of object navigation known as parkour gets a nod with DJ Cotrona, breathing life into the character of Flint. He needs to maintain a "very strong core", with Williamson directing him "with a lot of basic, compound movements". Byung-hun Lee, who plays Storm Shadow, has been training with Aaron and his L.A. based trainer. Each trainer has their own training methods but rest assured, no one will be disappointed in his look or performance."

And yes, Secret Shadow is in the movie too!

Read More: G. I. Joe: Retaliation Cast Members Receiving Top-Notch Fitness Training @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Dig Tom Feister's artwork? Loved his covers for IDW's GI Joe titles? Well if you're in Atlanta this weekend, he'll be at DragonCon from September 2nd-5th!

Dragon*Con is the largest multi-media, popular culture convention focusing on science fiction

Directions can be found at this link!

Read More: Tom Feister At DragonCon 2011 @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Arashikage Temple 12" inch Figure Environment Pre-Order has been posted along with many new images of the product at ShideShowToy.com. Now you have a dedicated environment for your Red Ninjas and Storm Shadow!

The latest to join the G. I. Joe 12-inch Figure Environment series is Arashikage Temple. Each piece is individually painted and finished, each with its own unique quality and detail that is the trademark of a handcrafted Sideshow Collectibles product. The Arashikage Temple 12-inch Figure Environment is the perfect complement to your G.I. Joe collection.

Arashikage Temple 12" inch Figure Environment Pre-Order

Read More: Arashikage Temple 12" Inch Environment Pre-Order Still Available @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Thanks to HISS Tank.com boards member DarkHorse for posting up his Custom Shadow Walker. Made from several G.I. Joe and StarWars vehicles this is one of the best Red Shadows Customs we have seen to date.

To view the Red Shadow Walker images click the Title Bar.

Read More: The Shadow Walker Custom by DarkHorse @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Thanks to HISS Tank.com boards member Livewire for posting up his Custom ARAH Cobra Lancehead Tank

"To make this I pretty much just added a turret from an Armadillo mini tank to a Mobat tank and behold, the Lancehead Tank was created... well I also had to do a bit of sanding and painting; and adding stickers isn't a walk in the park either.The top turret can move independently through 360 degrees and the main battle cannon can still elevate. The motor function still works but it's a bit trickier to control."

Read More: Custom ARAH Cobra Lancehead Tank by Livewire @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: BCYOJOE @ Hisstank.com

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Three new books are listed on Amazon.

1. G. I. Joe Yearbook
2. G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero Volume 3
3. G.I. Joe: Cobra - Cobra Civil War

Read more about them, after the jump.

Read More: G. I. Joe Amazon Book Listings - Yearbook, ARAH And Cobra Civil War @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Today the G.I. Joe Collectors' Club announced the incentive Figure for 2012.

"FOOTLOOSE- the G.I. Joe Collectors' Club FREE Membership Incentive Figure for 2012! This FREE figure will be sent to any 3 3/4-inch Officer level G.I. Joe Club member whose membership is active by March 16, 2012. Footloose features a stand, classic file card and accessories, including: Infantry assault rifle, rocket launcher, knife, pistol, flashlight and backpack. Members can expect to receive this figure with all his accessories in late spring/early summer of 2012."

FOOTLOOSE G.I. Joe 25th Anniversary - Modern Era Body Style

GIJOECLUB.COM - The Official G.I. Joe Collectors' Club!

Read More: G.I. JOE COLLECTORS CLUB 2012 FREE MEMBERSHIP FIGURE: FOOTLOOSE @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Today the G.I. Joe Collectors' Club announced the 12 Inch incentive Figure for 2012.

"Here is the MAN OF EVIL - the G.I. Joe Collectors' Club FREE Membership Incentive Figure for 2012! This figure will be sent to any 12-inch Officer level G.I. Joe Club member whose membership is active by March 16, 2012. The “Man of Evil” will come dressed in black shorts and black tank top bearing the mysterious insignia, last seen on the G.I.JoeCon Exclusive Henchman figure from 2010. He has white/gray flocked hair on a Foreign style head and Kung Fu Grip hands! He also features a nasty scar and an injured eye in the tradition of the great villain from pop culture. Members can expect to receive this figure in late spring/early summer for 2012."

Read More: G.I. JOE COLLECTORS CLUB 2012 FREE MEMBERSHIP FIGURE: MAN OF EVIL 12 Inch @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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What better way to usher in the new month than to buy new toys? We've got the latest update from site sponsor BigBadToyStore. They've even got some older GI Joe Exclusives on the way:

GI JOE EXCLUSIVES
We have pre-orders up for three returning GI Joe Exclusives. From 2000
comes the Flying Tiger 1/6 Scale Convention Set, which includes two
figures, another figure, a VHS and a whole lot more, and is priced at
$99.99. 2004 brings us the glow-in-the-dark Heavy Water 3.75" figure,
priced at $9.99. Finally, we have the COBRA Headhunters 2008 box set,
priced at $299.99.
GI Joe Exclusives Toys, Action Figures, and Collectibles

Read on for more preorders, new arrivals and sales!

Read More: Site Sponsor Update BigBadToyStore September 1st 2011 @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Hasbro 2011 GI Joe Q&A Round 4 Answers

1. Will the Tecno-Viper have the Cobra logo on his chest? Will It be Red or Silver?

1a. Yes - it will be silver.

2. Backdrops to the Joe Universe historically have come to us with playsets. Recently Hasbro gave us the added bonus of backgrounds in the packaging which could be easily shaped and formed into diorama's. My son and I love the playsets and backdrops, but we also like the other small things Hasbro has added to the figures by means of accessories. These items have really helped flesh out the fantasy universe: tiki masks, bear traps, constantina wire, bomb robots, etc... Trust me, there is a lot. For example, when I though I didn't need another snake eyes, you see one with a new mask packaged with him, making it a must have. What is the thought process behind the accessories we get wich don't necessarily have to be character specific, and with the way some pieces are being released are we seeing an unnoficial "build-a-playset" without knowing or realizing it?

2a. When designing a figure, it has always been our philosophy to tell a story with the figure, to let the figure's gear "speak", to shape the character and his mission or role on the team. At the beginning of the design process, when a character has been identified, we take it to the next level and ask some questions. What does he do? Where is the character going? Where has he been already? The answers help us to paint the picture of who this character is, and what role he plays in the G.I. JOE or Cobra Team. Oftentimes, it's the more ordinary or unexpected items which make the action figure, and capture a child or fan's imagination. And its true: the more figures you buy - the larger and more vivid the universe becomes.

3. In a recent Q & A it was stated that there would be more information given on the upcoming 7 packs. Most fans were expecting to hear about these at SDCC, but nothing was mentioned. Are the 7 packs still in the works or scrapped?

3a. The 7-packs are still in the works and are worth the wait! We will be releasing more information soon so stay tuned!

Read More: Hasbro 2011 GI Joe Q&A Round 4 Answers @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Looks like Cobra Commander has a new day-time talk show called COBRAH! Not only is he the host but Destro and the G.I. Joe Team show up at the end. Look for COBRAH at 5:30 mark. If you have not been watching MAD on Cartoon Network it's worth setting your DVR for a time waster.

Read More: MAD Cartoon Network COBRAH Parody @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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

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Ah, another Sunday...time to kick back, relax and enjoy another awesome issue of Ages 25 and Up! This week, HissTank is proud to bring you Issue #155, The Shrunk Machine!

The Combat Heroes' story concludes in this week's issue! Featuring Beard Force, Duke Nukem, both Jones professors, and some Autobots for good measure.

After you've checked out this week's issue, join us for the conversation already in progress!

Read More: Ages 25 and up #155 - The Shrunk Machine Now Online! @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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This week on "What’s on JOE Mind?" we are joined by Jay Gish, director of Yo Joe - A Real American Hip-Hop Musical. You have NEVER heard Joe like this before - ever! We even have a clip to share as we talk about the production with Jay and Dave Stecco who plays Gung Ho's alter ego, "Full Bore." After, we empty the mail bag - or at least put a nice dent in it. Believe it or not, we even talk about My Little Pony. Find out which Joes we like that got little or no love from the comic and cartoon, get our opinions of the line for the next 5 year and hear our guesses concerning who we would like to see in the GIJCC's subscription program. Speaking of the GIJCC, the staff lends a helping hand by encouraging an over anxious fandom to show a little patience. As they say, good things come, to those who wait.

Episode 19: What’s on JOE Mind? » What's on JOE Mind?

Read More: Episode 19: What’s on JOE Mind? @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Cosplay Costume Contest: For all of the fans out there that like to dress up as their favorite 80′s to modern day characters, this contest is for you. Simply come dressed up and have a chance at winning cold hard Cash$$$ for First, Second, and Third Place. We really hope to see a ton of Cosplay at the show, so start planning now! Last show we saw some amazing costumes ranging from the Baroness, Snake Eyes, Cobra Troopers, Zarana, Optimus Primal and a fully functional Blaster costume that had a working stereo system. Check out the video below!



First Place $100.00
Second Place $75.00
Third Place $50.00

NJCC 2011 80′s TOYPOCALYPSE 2011

Holiday Inn Cherry Hill – New Jersey
2175 West Marlton Pike (Rt. 70), Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
Sunday, October 9th, 2011
Early Admission 8am to 10am $20.00
General Admission 10am to 4pm $10.00

More Updates Coming Soon…….

Read More: NJCC 80′s TOYPOCALYPSE 2011 Cosplay Costume Contest @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Thanks to HISS Tank.com boards member nath_1977 for posting up his Modern Era take on the POC HISS TANK. The new ver Nath sports lights and is painted in a Cobra Commander Deco. Also of note, check out the clear windshields.

To view the new Custom POC HISS TANK images click the Title Bar.

Read More: POC COBRA HISSTANK ver Nath @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Thanks to HISS TANK.com boards member nath_1977 for posting up images of his new Skystriker 2 seat custom.

"This will be my take on the 2011 Skystriker, I was inspired when super-flanker made a Tomcat version out of SS, credit goes to him. I got one from our friend Eric and decided to make it a 2 seater jet. I still need to put some control sticks for the 2 pilots in the middle. My mistake for not making the consoles historically correct."

Read More: SKYSTRIKER 30th Anniversary 2 SEATER @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Thanks to HISS TANK.com boards member kneroh for posting up images of his Custom COBRA Eco Warrior ARMORBOT.

"Seeing great leaps in Cobra's experiments with Zombies, Destro saw the immediate need for a device to quell any outbreak once Cobra Commander's undead legion is put into service. In a joint venture with Cesspool he created a fierce robot mech-suit capable of containing any outbreak and/or cleaning up a massive biological disaster."

Read More: Custom COBRA Eco Warrior ARMORBOT by Kneroh @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Tony_Bacala @ Hisstank.com

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Hasbro sent out a press release officially marking their presence at next month's New York Comic Con. Below is an excerpt, read on for the full copy.

PAWTUCKET, R.I. - SEPTEMBER 8, 2011 - For the first time at New York Comic Con, Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) will attend the convention at the Javits Convention Center in New York City from October 13-16 to present many of its iconic brands and meet with fans. Hasbro will have a significant booth presence featuring current and upcoming products from its TRANSFORMERS, G.I. JOE, JEM AND THE HOLOGRAMS and KRE-O brands and BEYBLADE, MARVEL and STAR WARS lines. Additionally, Hasbro will host panels for several of its properties and action figure lines as well as offer for sale several HasbroToyShop.com special edition products made for New York Comic Con convention goers.

Read More: NYCC Exclusives from Hasbro - Officially Attending @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Thanks to HISS TANK.com boards member The Odinson for posting up his awesome Custom Jungle Rot Cobra B.A.T! Battle Android Trooper < Mother Nature.....

"Half-Blown to hell with a dead battery, the Cobra Jungle B.A.T. lies and rusts and rots as nature has its way with him."

Read More: Custom Jungle Rot Cobra B.A.T by The Odinson @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Cobra Commander inspires undying loyalty in his soldiers. However, they wouldn't become part of the tremendous COBRA ranks if they didn't get results. While the standard "blueshirt" troopers are the backbone of Cobra Commander's army, the terrorist organization's leader has realized the importance of specialized training to meet specific needs. As he weaves his dangerous web across the globe, he needs troopers who not only endure the harsh environments they're placed in but use it to their advantage. Trained in desert survival and combat, Cobra Commander's Desert Ops Troopers wear tan uniforms to blend in with the whirling sands of the desert. By the time they are spotted, it's too late for their enemies.

Desert Ops Trooper: Officer 12 inch Figure - Sideshow Collectibles

Est. Ship Date: September 2011
Limited Edition: 1000

Read More: Desert Ops Trooper: Officer Officer 12 inch Figure - Sideshow Collectibles @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Just a quick update from Cobra Stickers, Replacement and restoration stickers for classic G.I. Joe vehicles.

H.I.S.S. Tank (series) : Cobra Stickers, Replacement and restoration stickers for classic G.I. Joe vehicles.

Flying Submarines (Series) : Cobra Stickers, Replacement and restoration stickers for classic G.I. Joe vehicles.

U.S.S. Flagg Aircraft Carrier (1985) 9 Sheet - $88.00

Cobra Terror Drome Headquarters (4 sheet) - $30.00

Defiant Shuttle - $19.00

Night Ray Hydrofoil (1985) - $10.00

Read More: Cobra Stickers Sponsor Update 9/10/11 @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: BCYOJOE @ Hisstank.com

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Things are all quiet in the Live Action Movie front. It seems as though the actors have been asked not to reveal any info, that much is certain judging by what they say on Twitter.

However, there is a sudden interest on Parkour; the art of navigating through various obstacles as fast as one can, going from point A to point B (especially in urban areas). We’ve heard of Parkour being used in the movie before, and Ray Park (Snake Eyes) and Eldoie Yung (Jinx) were spotted exchanging Parkour related YouTube videos via Twitter. It is very clear that Parkour will play a major part in the movie.

Speaking of which Ms. Yung is having an enjoyable yet very tiring filming schedule:

“12 hours of fight, I'm going to sleep well!”

Same can be said for Ray Park. Meanwhile Director Jon M. Chu is having fun filming all of it:

“Long day of shooting...with Ninjas. A sentence I've always wanted to say.”

“I wish I could take a picture of this sick scene w/ all the G.I. Joes in it right about now...but I can't...but I wish I could...can't wait”

Channing Tatum (Duke) also said:

“Had fun hanging out with the #GIJOE2 cast and crew on the Haunted Plantation Tour in St. Francisville, LA!”

The Rock (Roadblock) is bit quiet about G. I. Joe: Retaliation, it’s been a while since he mentioned something big. Never-the-less:

“Though it's a Hollywood movie - it's an honor to fight along side our real Navy SEALS daily.”

Finally, the best news of the lot... Hasbro has made a set visit. Ray Park was very excited about it. (Thanks to skinny of Hisstank forums for the heads-up):

“Yo Joe Hasbro!! Can't wait 4 the fans 2 c what u have planned;() Great 2 c u all today. Thx.”

We’ll hear more news as filming progresses.

Read More: G. I. Joe: Retaliation Live Action Movie Updates From Twitter @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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A toy distribution event was just concluded in Manila last week called World of Heroes. At this event HISS TANK.com boards member frenXy was able to purchase G.I. Joe 30th Anniversary Renegades Wave 2 figures.

• Snake Eyes
• Duke
• Cobra Commander
• FireFly

Read More: World of Heroes: Renegades 30th Anniversary Wave 2 Carded @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.