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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Itching to see ROADBLOCK AND SNAKE EYES KICK MORE RED NINJA ASS? Well wait no longer as GI Joe Retaliation Prequel #4 and Snake Eyes #12 by IDW Publishing are due out in stores today!

GI Joe Retaliation Prequel #4
The final battle! STORM SHADOW leads his ninja on an attack that threatens to cripple America's national security! The only men who can stop him are SNAKE EYES and ROADBLOCK-but can they put aside their differences and learn from each other in time? It's ninja and commando action in the frantic G.I. JOE manner, leading into the hottest movie of 2012!

Snake Eyes #12
COBRA COMMAND AFTERMATH! The most dangerous Joe is presumed K.I.A.-but we know different! SNAKE EYES returns to the HARD MASTER to deliver some shocking news as only the silent JOE can. But someone SNAKE EYES cares deeply about has been harmed and someone else is going to have to pay for that. It's ninja action in the urban jungle and plenty of new surprises!

Read on to preview both of these issues!

Read More: GI Joe Retaliation Prequel #4 And Snake Eyes #12 Previews @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Time to have a little fun! Thanks to Kokomo Toys - we have a few GIJOE Retaliation Wave 1 figures to give away. Starting now: We have hidden the Kokomo Toys Logo in our G.I. Joe Toy Database, the first board member to correctly find the logo and post a link to it's location will win a random GIJOE Retaliation Action Figure.

Kokomo Toys now has over 20,000 parts in nearly 5,000 separate listings on eBay as of today. This will be the first run of our vintage items for 2012 until we restock after Joe Con 2012. So, grab your parts lists and come check us out on eBay.

GIJOE Instructions: Vintage Vehicle Instructions in Kokomo Toys store on eBay!

GIJOE File Cards: Vintage GI Joe Cobra File Cards items in Kokomo Toys store on eBay!

GIJOE Figure Parts: Vintage GI Joe Cobra Parts in Kokomo Toys store on eBay!

GIJOE Vehicle Parts: Vintage GI Joe Cobra Vehicle Parts in Kokomo Toys store on eBay!

We also have tons of 30th Anniversary and Renegades figures including army builders now on eBay.

GIJOE items in Kokomo Toys store on eBay!

Read More: Kokomo Toys GIJOE Retaliation Movie Toys Give Away @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Since its rebranding as "Syfy", the channel has taken great pains to re-brand the itself. That re-branding continues with a series of new shows announced by Syfy. While they have their normal slate of scripted and unscripted shows (including a possible DC Comics Booster Gold series), GIJOE fans will want to take a look at the descriptions for two shows in particular.

Toy Traveler: Shane Turgeon, the Indiana Jones of toy collectors, travels to remote corners of the world to find the rarest and most valuable toys and collectibles. Whether it’s in an old toy warehouse in a remote Guatemalan town or a small swap meet in the Ukraine, Shane will go to all lengths to find the most unique and collectible toys.

Collection Intervention: Collection Intervention follows Elyse Luray, a sharp and to-the-point collectibles expert as she helps couples who are divided over what to do with an overwhelming collection of memorabilia. Whether it’s a husband’s collection of mint-condition G.I. JOE action figures worth thousands of dollars or a girlfriend’s treasure trove of Star Wars movie posters, Elyse helps couples decide what’s worth keeping and what they can sell. For each couple, their new cash windfall will make their dream come true, whether it’s an engagement ring, a down payment for a home, or the honeymoon they never had.

Dread Central has a list of the other Syfy show for those that want to see what else the network is offering.

Read More: Syfy Announces New Toy Themed TV Shows @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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

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HissTank.com is proud to present the latest installment of everyone's favorite 3 & 3/4 Modern Army Comic, Ages 25 & Up! Here's what the A25&U creator, Numbers, had to say about the latest installment entitled The Final Showdown:

This week's Ages 25 & Up is one you don't want to miss. Clutch and Roy's rivalry, their attempts to kill each other and prove one's the best driver... it all comes down to this. It's The Final Countd-- er... SHOWDOWN!

Once you've checked out the latest issue, join us for discussion already in progress!

Read More: Ages 25 & Up #186 - The Final Showdown Now Online! @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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The Folks at StylinOnline.com let us know they are have a new G.I. Joe Hat & Button Up in-stock. This is an officially licensed, fitted GI Joe 59Fifty Cobra Commander Hat in which the hat has been embroidered with an official Cobra Commander and Cobra Logo. They also have a huge array of T-Shirts and other licensed products available. Check out some of their popular sections:

• Transformers
• G.I. Joe
• Thundercats
• Marvel
• DC

To view the complete update click the Title Bar.

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Originally posted by: TTT @ Hisstank.com

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Your fellow HISS tanker Ian made this custom G.I. Joe Star Wars Crossover X-Striker from a 30th Skystriker.

''This is Capt Luke "Sky" Walker, personal Skystriker the X-Striker.
The deco is inspired by Luke Skywalker's Xwing (Red5)''

Click the Discuss button for all the pics & details.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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The Los Angeles Times has posted an article in which they recap some of what The Rock and GI Joe Retaliation director Jon M Chu said at CinemaCon. Apparently we will get to see a more emotional, dramatic side to the Joes, not just all out combat(and according to the article, increased emphasis on physical stunts). According to Chu, "I think people will see a whole new face of Dwayne when they get to see him perform some pretty dramatic stuff," the filmmaker said. "OK, he doesn't shed tears. But he sheds punches."

One wonders if this "pretty dramatic stuff" includes any member of Cobra getting The Peoples' Elbow.....

In addition, apparently The Rock has been refered to by his peers as "franchise viagra". Whether he can reinvigorate and elevate the GI Joe brand for more than 4 hours remains to be seen but more and more directors smell what he's cooking as GI Joe is not the 1st, nor the last franchise the Brahma Bull has been sent in to save. Here's what he had to say:

"The goal was never to find franchises, go in and take them over," said Johnson, who was in Las Vegas to accept CinemaCon's Action Star of the Decade award. "The first question is, 'Well, can I come in and help elevate a movie?' With this film, it was an opportunity I wanted to grab by the throat and make right. I wanted it to veer off from the first."

Read More: The Rock Sheds Punches Not Tears @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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The GIJOE Collectors Club has posted up the third figure from the 2012 GIJOE Con Box Set, OKTOBER GUARD OFFICER: COLONEL BREKHOV.

- 25th Anniverary Style Action Figure
- Oktober Guard Team Member
- NEW Headsculpt with
removable officers hat
- Includes Stand, Assault Rifle,
Pistol, and 2nd Assault Rifle

(Note: Photo depicts prototype and final product may slightly differ.)

International G.I. Joe Collectors' Convention - GIJoeCon 2012!

Read More: GIJOE 25th Anniversary Style OKTOBER GUARD OFFICER: COLONEL BREKHOV @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: BCYOJOE @ Hisstank.com

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Machinima sat down with the cast of G. I. Joe: Retaliation for an interview.

According to them, this video will show you...

• HOW TO be a real american hero
• HOW TO love The Rock
• HOW TO make amazing cheese balls

Read More: Machinima G. I. Joe: Retaliation Cast Interview @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: BCYOJOE @ Hisstank.com

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If you are following Director Jon Chu’s tweets, then you may have seen a fleeting glimpse of a new Storm Shadow poster at the Korean G. I. Joe 2 Press Event.

Thanks to Stark Industries, we now have a better look at that poster.

Read More: New G. I. Joe: Retaliation Storm Shadow Character Poster @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Some very interesting news has turned up today concerning who will be the voice of Cobra Commander in the upcoming GIJOE Retaliation movie.According to Charlie Adler's Wikipedia page (the voice of Cobra Commander in GIJOE Resolute and Renegades) he has been chosen to once again voice the infamous Cobra Commander in the upcoming summer block buster GIJOE Retaliation! The usual caveats apply, until Hasbro or Paramount confirm this news it's just speculation.

Click the discuss button to sound off on the HISSTANK.com forums!

Read More: Charlie Adler Voicing Cobra Commander In Retaliation? @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Thanks to HISSTANK.com boards member Nova for posting up images of his custom work on the Cobra Zombie Viper. If your a huge fan of the Zombie Viper and want to see some cool extra effects, you should check out this thread.

More Zombie Viper images after the jump.

Read More: Zombie Viper Compound Z And Head Customs @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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USA Today has posted a new image from GI Joe Retaliation of 2 stars headlining the movie:

• Roadblock played by The Rock
• Joe Colton played by Bruce Willis

Click on the thumbnail for a closer look!

Read More: New Image Of Roadblock And Joe Colton @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Itching for GI Joe Retaliation toys? Our site sponsors have come through with preorders for the new toys!

• BigBadToyStore
• Smalljoes.com
• Kokomo Toys
• PastGenerationToys

Head on to any of our sponsors above to lock in your orders for new GI Joe Retaliation toys!

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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Shout! Factory has sent out a press release for GI Joe Series 2 Season 2 by DiC:

THE COMPLETE SECOND AND FINAL SEASON FROM THE
1991 G.I. JOE ANIMATED SERIES WILL ARRIVE ON
HOME ENTERTAINMENT SHELVES FOR THE FIRST TIME

G.I. JOE: A REAL AMERICAN HERO
SERIES 2, SEASON 2

Featuring All 20 Action-Packed Episodes
in a Collectible 3-DVD Set

OWN IT ON DVD JULY 10, 2012
FROM SHOUT! FACTORY

On July 10, 2012, Shout! Factory, in collaboration with Hasbro, will release the G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero Series 2, Season 2 on DVD. This highly collectible 3-DVD set contains all 20 episodes from the complete second season and insightful bonus content. A must have for fans, collectors and animation enthusiasts to complete their home entertainment collection of this animated series, G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero Series 2, Season 2 DVD set arrives in stores everywhere and is priced to own at $ 29.93 SRP. Fans can pre-order now on Amazon.com.

The battle rolls on in the final season of G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero Series 2! GENERAL HAWK returns with his new team of G.I. JOE heroes, ready to take on any challenge by COBRA, a ruthless criminal organization out for world domination. And COBRA COMMANDER's clearly left the toughest challenges for last! Does G.I. JOE have what it takes to stop them? The popular second season of this series from 1991 sees the return of fan favorite characters including Duke, Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow in adventures more exciting than ever!

Bonus Feature:
Retrospective Featurette With The Hasbro Toy Team


G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero Series 2, Season 2
Street Date: July 10, 2012
Discs: 3
Running Time: approx. +/- 7 hours
Video: Fullframe 1.33:1 - Preserving the aspect ration of its original broadcast
Audio: Original Mono


About Hasbro
Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) is a branded play company providing children and families around the world with a wide-range of immersive entertainment offerings based on the Company's world class brand portfolio. From toys and games, to television programming, motion pictures, digital gaming and a comprehensive licensing program, Hasbro strives to delight its global customers with innovative, well-known and beloved brands such as TRANSFORMERS, LITTLEST PET SHOP, NERF, PLAYSKOOL, MY LITTLE PONY, G.I. JOE, MAGIC: THE GATHERING and MONOPOLY. The Company's Hasbro Studios develops and produces television programming for markets around the world. Programming in the U.S. is distributed on The Hub TV Network, a multi-platform joint venture between Hasbro and Discovery Communications (NASDAQ: DISCA, DISCB, DISCK). Through the Company's deep commitment to corporate social responsibility, including philanthropy, Hasbro is helping to build a safe and sustainable world for future generations and to positively impact the lives of millions of children and families every year. It has been recognized for its efforts by being named one of the "World's Most Ethical Companies" and is ranked as one of Corporate Responsibility Magazine's "100 Best Corporate Citizens." Learn more at www.hasbro.com. (c)2012 Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

About Shout! Factory
Shout! Factory is a diversified entertainment company devoted to producing, uncovering and revitalizing the very best of pop culture. Founders Richard Foos, Bob Emmer and Garson Foos have spent their careers sharing their music, television and film faves with discerning consumers the world over. Shout! Factory's DVD offerings serve up classic, contemporary and cult TV series, riveting sports programs, live music, animation and documentaries in lavish packages crammed with extras. The company's audio catalogue boasts GRAMMY®-nominated boxed sets, new releases from storied artists, lovingly assembled album reissues and indispensable "best of" compilations. These riches are the result of a creative acquisitions mandate that has established the company as a hotbed of cultural preservation and commercial reinvention. Shout! Factory is based in Santa Monica, California. For more on Shout! Factory, visit shoutfactory.com

Read More: Shout Factory GI Joe Series 2 Season 2 Press Release @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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Just a quick update for those fans (including myself) who enjoy the GIJOE vs.Transformers crossover toys that started with last years SkyScreamer SDCC 2011 Exclusive. This years BOTCON 2012 is now underway and we wanted to share images of the first day Dreadnok registration pin, and Heroic Soundwave who appears to be the tour van for Cold Slither and rocks the Dreadnok Logo.

Join us on www.TFW2005.com for up-to-the-minute coverage of all the goings on at BotCon 2012!

If your looking to score this exclusive there are a few listings on eBay: Botcon 2012 Dreadnok Soundwave | eBay


More BotCon 2012 Dreadnok images after the jump.

Read More: BOTCON 2012 Dreadnok and GIJOE Crossover Heroic Soundwave @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: BCYOJOE @ Hisstank.com

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At the end of the G. I. Joe: Retaliation US Trailer #2, you may have noticed a website to visit. This website; named Cobra Special Forces is part of a viral campaign for the upcoming movie. These days, Viral Campaigns are an essential part of any movie. These help spread the word and keep people excited. If you all will recall, even Rise of Cobra had a viral campaign. Although the Cobra Special Forces viral campaign is in its infant stage, this has a potential to grow. Which is why the participation of G. I. Joe fans are important… even if you are a Joe supporter than a Cobra one.

If you visit the website, they’ll tell you that…WE REQUIRE GREATNESS OF OUR COBRA SPECIAL FORCES, EVERY MEMBER IS AN ESSENTIAL PART OF THE TEAM, JOIN COBRA AND SHOW US WHAT YOU ARE MADE OF. Then, you will undergo a memory challenge and a spatial recognition challenge that will earn you the following ranks:

MERCENARY
MERCENARY AND YOU PROVIDE RESULTS. BE DISCREET AND GET THE JOB DONE WELL.

VIPER
CRUCIAL MEMBER OF THE BATTLE INFANTRY AND SUPPORT. VIPERS ARE THE FOOT SOLDIERS.

SPECIALTY VIPERS
AN ADVANCE VIPER, WHICH RANGE FROM EELS, TECHNO-VIPERS, TELE-VIPERS AND ADDITIONAL FIELD VIPERS. HIGHLY TRAINED IN THEIR RESPECTIVE SPECIALTY AND CALLED UPON WHEN NEEDED.

BLUE SHIRTS
STEP ABOVE THE STANDARD COBRA. BLUE SHIRTS TEND TO BE HIGHLY INTELLIGENT AND ADEPT ON THE BATTLEFIELD.

CRIMSON GUARD
PART OF THE COBRA SPECIAL FORCES, RESERVE UNIT. TOO VALUABLE FOR BATTLEFIELD, THIS IS THE HIGHEST ECHELON OF THE COBRA SPECIAL FORCES.

After that, you can join the Official Facebook Page... the more your friends join, higher your rank will be. The page even let us take a glimpse of scenes from the movie.

On a very happy note, we can see that this viral campaign is slowly spreading. Some sites even discuss the social aspects of the campaign with arguments such as "Forget G.I. Joe, sometimes what’s right or wrong is determined on our will and/or ideas of making the world a better place – 'One man’s terrorist, is another man’s hero.'". Popular movie viral websites are excited by this development as well. This is definitely another indication of the fact that Retaliation is doing it right.

Take a look at 2 scenes from the movie revealed by the Facebook page, after the jump.

Read More: G. I. Joe: Retaliation Cobra Special Forces Viral Spreading @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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The GIJOE Collectors Club has posted up images of the upcoming Last Man Standing 12" JoeCon 2012 Exclusive. The Adventure Team Heavy Weapons box set will hold 2 figures.

International G.I. Joe Collectors' Convention - GIJoeCon 2012!

Read More: Last Man Standing 12" JoeCon 2012 Preview @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: BCYOJOE @ Hisstank.com

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Happy news for the Joe fans...

G. I. Joe: Retaliation & Renegades 4-Packs are now ready for Preorder at Amazon. Strangely the Retaliation pack mentions Joe Colton and Blind Master. From the reports we received earlier, the 4-pack consists of Storm Shadow, Cobra Commander, Roadblock and Snake Eyes.

G.I. Joe Renegades 3.75 inch Figure 4 pack

Price: $39.99

Product Description (From the Manufacturer):
It's two on two in the ultimate showdown between the allies of G.I. JOE and his evil nemesis, COBRA! Available exclusively from Amazon, this awesome 4-pack of G.I. JOE figures includes heroic CONRAD “DUKE” HAUSER and SNAKE EYES figures and villainous STORM SHADOW and COBRA NINJA VIPER figures! Arm them with their weapons and pit them against each other in battle after battle. Will your CONRAD "DUKE" HAUSER figure prevail against your COBRA NINJA VIPER figure? Will your SNAKE EYES or your STORM SHADOW figure be the last one standing? It's all up to you! Pack includes 4 figures and accessories.

Product Features:

• The Amazon exclusive G.I. JOE RENEGADES Pack has 2 heroes and 2 villains for epic G.I. JOE battles!
• Get CONRAD "DUKE" HAUSER, SNAKE EYES, STORM SHADOW and COBRA NINJA VIPER figures and the weapons for all the battles you can imagine!
• Pack includes 4 figures and accessories
• Arm them with their weapons and pit them against each other in battle after battle
• Get these while you can!

G.I. Joe Sneak Peek 3.75 inch Figure 4 pack

Price: $39.99

Product Description (From the Manufacturer):
It's two on two in the ultimate showdown between the allies of G.I. JOE and his evil nemesis, COBRA! Available exclusively from Amazon, this awesome 4-pack of G.I. JOE figures includes heroic ROADBLOCK and SNAKE EYES figures and villainous STORM SHADOW and COBRA COMMANDER figures, based on the characters in the G.I. JOE RETALIATION movie! Arm them with their weapons and pit them against each other in battle after battle. Will your ROADBLOCK figure prevail against your COBRA COMMANDER figure? Will your SNAKE EYES or your STORM SHADOW figure be the last one standing? It's all up to you! Pack includes 4 figures and accessories.

Product Features:

• The Amazon exclusive G.I. JOE RETALIATION Premiere Pack has 2 heroes and 2 villains from the amazing new G.I. JOE movie!
• Get ROADBLOCK, JOE COLTON, BLIND MASTER, ETC.
• Pack includes 4 figures and accessories
• Arm them with their weapons and pit them against each other in battle after battle
• Get these while you can!

Read More: G. I. Joe: Retaliation And Renegades 4-Packs Ready For Preorder At Amazon @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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AllMoviePhoto has posted new images from GI Joe Retaliation showing the following characters:

• Roadblock
• Duke
• Lady Jaye

Take a look at the new photos after the jump!

Read More: New Lady Jaye And Duke With Roadblock Images @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: BCYOJOE @ Hisstank.com

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G. I. Joe: Retaliation Official Movie Website has been updated with Images, Trailers, Downloadable Content and Character Posters. You can also visit country specific pages by clicking on the Flags below the site.

Note: Trailers from various countries contain new footage.


For the downloadable content you will be redirected to Facebook and you can download “Cover Photos” for your Facebook Profile.

Read More: G. I. Joe: Retaliation Official Website Updated @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: DESTRO @ Hisstank.com

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The 2012 Canadian G.I. Joe Convention is the largest gathering of G.I. Joe fans in Canada! Come meet fellow collectors and fan of G.I. Joe. Participate in Q&A sessions, presentations, and speak with Hasbro Canada! Free toys for the kids, convention exclusive items and Canada's largest dealer room for all things G.I. Joe!

Canadian G.I. Joe Convention

Exclusives

Due to the enormously positive feedback we recieved during our "Test Run" of issuing pre-orders for con sets, we are pleased to announced that we will be doing it once again, and (hopefully) in larger numbers! More information on this to come in 2012.

Canadian G.I. Joe Convention 2012
Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel & Conference Centre
Mississauga, ON


**TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE UNTIL JULY 10th, 2012**
After that, tickets will only be available at the door August 10th and 11th.

Canadian G.I. Joe Convention

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Originally posted by: TTT @ Hisstank.com

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Your fellow HISS tanker Cloud Strife made this custom G.I. Joe Lady Jaye.

"Here's another Wry1 inspired custom, and this time it's Lady Jaye!

Despite the pain that the eyes were to paint, due to the brim of the hat, I really like how she turned out. I'm glad I ditched the 2-toned green ensemble I was originally going with for the monochromatic green, as it just simply looks better, IMO. I did sculpt a wife-beater under her button-up shirt, and the throat mic with the round pads on it (no idea what they're called) along with the wire running between them and then one running up the side of her neck to her earpiece. It's hard to see the details since they're painted black and so small, but nonetheless, they're there. I did sculpt the straps for the holsters and their clips as well."


Click the Discuss button for all the pics & details.

Read More: Custom G.I. Joe Lady Jaye @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: BCYOJOE @ Hisstank.com

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Here’s a quick little update to the earlier news post of G. I. Joe: Retaliation And Renegades 4-Packs Ready For Preorder At Amazon.

You can now enjoy the “proper” official images of the 4-Packs by Amazon. Gladly, the Retaliation Bios doesn’t spoil the movie. Sadly, both 4-Packs are now sold out for the moment. Hopefully, a restock will happen soon. Keep your fingers crossed.

Hmmm... Still the mystery of Joe Colton and Blind Master remains....

We took the liberty of obtaining the High Definition versions of the images, take a look after the jump.

Read More: G. I. Joe: Retaliation And Renegades 4-Packs Official Images By Amazon @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Originally posted by: Shin Densetsu @ Hisstank.com

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AintItCoolNews recently interviewed GI Joe Retaliation director Jon Chu, where he cleared up a frequent subject of debate, "Is Rex Lewis the Cobra Commander in Retaliation?":

I don’t know where all this crazy, speculative stuff came from. We were asked the question, Lorenzo [di Bonaventura, Producer) and I at Toy Fair...

‘Is that the same actor’?

I was like...

‘No, its not the same actor’.

‘Is that Joseph Gordon Levitt?’

‘No, it is not!’

But it is Rex!

We are continuing that story, there is no other Cobra Commander. We can put that rumor to rest. I was waiting for this moment to finally clarify, I’m glad you asked that.

When asked if Duke dies in the movie, Chu replied:
"All I can say is: you should always expect the unexpected in the G.I. Joe. ALWAYS expect the unexpected"

Chu also mentioned the Cobra Special Forces, and more, for before the movie and possibly afterwards.....

"We are having a lot of fun with Cobra ‘being’ the Joes in this version. As you know, the multi-media aspect of movies now means the story doesn’t begin and end in the movie, it actually can begin way before...online...and can continue afterwards. We have stuff going on that you should be looking out for online such as the ‘Cobra Special Forces’ site, its all part of our goal.

We have a lot of little things that I don’t want to spoil, other than to look out for them.

Maybe there’s some Cobra cover companies, maybe there are characters that we are setting up here who come back in a different form. Definitely there’s some things in there which may seem like ‘nothing in this movie, but they have a purpose!"

Read More: Jon Chu Clears Up Speculation - Cobra Commander In Retaliation IS Rex Lewis @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.