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The G.I.Joe Resurgence custom project marches on with new entries for Day 14 and Day 15. Day 14 brought us a new G.I.Joe Desert Operations Trooper, Sun Devil and a fan favorite classic, the Cobra Viper! Check it out -

From the desk of Bucky:
Sun Devil was another of the first 5 I had pieced out. While trying to find ideas for the SEAL approach (figures covering sea, land and air) I started to focus on climate specialties. A new desert trooper was on my list, as the joes don't have too many on the roster. I decided to make him Hispanic, and wanted him to look unique. The colors and name are a nod to Arizona State University. I chose to not add more camo to him so he didn't look like Dusty in the end. Justin from Generalsjoes.com did an awesome job bringing the Character to life.

From the desk of Oreobuilder:
Even when re-inventing the line, some classic elements can be kept as touchstones. The Viper in one the most iconic Cobra troops ever created. I tried to update the look while keeping the classic elements intact: the short sleeves, the helmet and the tactical vest. At the same time, I wanted to streamline and modernize the look somewhat. Like the fila card says, these Vipers are leaner and meaner. They are not your father’s Viper.

Day 15 brings us not only a new character, but a new vehicle as well! Check out the Cobra C.R.A.B. and it's pilot, Sea Bastian!

From the desk of Bucky:
Sea bastion was one of the first brainstormed characters that popped into mind while thinking about another project a couple days after new sculpt was finished up.
The name was a play on Sebastian, which is the crab from the little mermaid, which I was watching with my daughter while brainstorming other ideas. I thought it'd be a fun character to do and give him a boat called the crab. A side note, that head, minus the hair, has been done for years, and was sitting in a bag that was supposed to be a voltar that was never completed.
The crab was one of those clearance price finds at tjmaxx I think. It was on sale for around 8 bucks, and I picked it up knowing someday I would do something with it. That was late 2012. Better late than never.

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We have with us, the IDW October 2014 G. I. Joe Solicitations.

This October we'll see…

• G.I. Joe (2014) #2
• G.I. Joe (2014) #2 Subscription Variant
• G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #207
• G.I. Joe Complete Collection Hardcover Volume 06
• Transformers vs. G.I. Joe #4
• Transformers vs. G.I. Joe #4 Subscription Variant

Find out more information about each solicitation, after the jump.... [Read More]

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HISSTANK sponsor TheToySource has posted their latest newsletter. Check it out below.

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Business Insider has posted an interesting article explaining how Hasbro decides which toys it will turn into movies and the profit they get in return.

With several more brands set to get the movie treatment in the next few years, we spoke with Hasbro Chief Marketing Officer John Frascotti to find out exactly how the company selects which of its toy lines get adapted to the big screen and how you can possibly turn a board game into a movie.

"We look for those brands that have story and character at their foundation because inevitably for any type of storytelling format, whether it's a movie, a television show, a digital comic ... it has to have great story and great characters at it's foundation," says Frascotti.

All together, the "Transformers" franchise has brought in more than $2.5 billion worldwide. The two "G.I. Joe" movies combined have generated more than $600 million at the box office.

According to Reuters, it's low risk strategy for Hasbro. The toy company pays around $1 million to develop script ideas and if a studio wants to go through with a film, Hasbro gets paid back the developing fee. After the film is in theaters, Hasbro reportedly receives 5% of the money a studio makes from theaters.

The article also states that following the success of the Transformers and other Hasbro brand movies, movies based on Jem And The Holograms, Magic the Gathering and Ouija are on their way to the Big Screen. You can read more at the Business Insider.... [Read More]

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There's some news to share with you from our friends at G.I.Joe Battleground! - Check it out:

Arise, Maximus, Arise 2 Leaderboard info -

General Hawk is no more. In his place is Cobra's ultimate battle commander—a genetically engineered monster combining the most deadly features of men and beasts. Enter, Venomous Maximus, the V-troop Overlord!

But can Cobra control such a creature? And how will G.I.JOE fare without their fearless leader? Time will tell.

Congratulations to our winners! Enjoy double XP and gear up for Global Warfare! We'll see you on the Battleground!

New Recruit Info -

An avowed pacifist, Lifeline would prefer to not so much as pick up a rifle if he can avoid it, so don't expect this Spec Op to be a damage dealer (in fact, his ATK is one of the lowest in Battleground history). He makes up for this by being a reliable, defensive monster who your Cobra squads MUST prioritize with their stunners/destroyers! Lifeline always boosts his squad's DEF dramatically, and he always heals the team during combat. Who needs an ATK or AGI score when you keep your team on their feet and doing the fighting for you?

We recommend boosting his TAC for a stronger buff.

V-troop Cobra Snow Wolf is built to be the backbone of a strong squad, with excellent HP, ATK, and DEF, and solid AGI. He's much hardier than your average support-style character, so you can rely on him to keep your team in the green stat-wise while laying down serious hurt with his Pack Frenzy skill. Few characters will be able to stand against this flurry of attacks… and have you ever seen a 10-man team slap a raid boss around…?

The only "wrong" way to medal Snow Wolf would be TAC. We recommend AGI for faster debuff- and/or pesky-Joe removal.

Download G.I.JOE BATTLEGROUND for your Android or iOS device for free at G.I.JOE BATTLEGROUND... [Read More]

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The G.I.Joe Resurgence custom project marches on with new entries for Day 16 and Day 17. Day 16 brought us a new Arashikage Sensei, Iron Master! Check it out -

From the desk of Oreobuilder:

Like it or not, GI Joe is not just military equipment and soldiers. It’s also giant robots, terror –inducing waves, weather-altering machines, Pyramids of Darkness, ghosts, ancient Greeks and, of course, ninja clans. Halfway through this project, Bucky and I realized that we had not included a ninja in our line-up.

To correct this oversight, I immediately started working on a ninja apprentice named Banzai. The challenge was to make him different from the millions of previous ninjas that have been done over the years. Try as I might, all my attempts turned out pretty generic. I ended up turning to an obscure existing character that has never had a figure. The Iron Master is featured in the Ninja Battles DVD that was released during the Valor vs Venom days.

Day 17 brings us a Delta Class vehicle and it's Commander, General Warhorse with the Crusher Tank! Check it out -

From the desk of Oreobuilder:

One element that has been missing from recent Joe lines is a full-size good guy tank. We almost got one during RoC. Before then, the most recent Joe tank was the MoBAT re-issue during the 25th anniversary. I tried to remedy that with the Crusher. It uses a MoBAT base, so it is still compact. However, the turret can seat two figures.

General Warhorse started out very differently than where he ended up. Originally, the character was to be named Blitzkrieg, wore a beret and a tanker’s jacket and headset. The recipe wasn’t working for me and I struggled to find a color scheme that made sense. In the end, I reworked the whole figure. I went with a WWII/Korean War look and feel. I wanted to give the sense of a grizzled veteran of many wars who had risen up the ranks.... [Read More]

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BBQ Cookout 2014: Prime Cut New York Exclusive! Modern Action Figure!
GI JOE Custom New York Excluisve BBQ Cookout 2014: Prime Cut

Guru-Planet.com New G.I. Joe Pre-Orders!

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Guru Planet.com has restocked and added even more new items!

Vintage 1980s Action Figures Restocked
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2014 GI JOE Convention Action Figures from Dallas, TX!
2000-2014 G.I. Joe Real American Hero Convention Exclusives

New Custom Action Figures! Pimp Daddy Destro!
Custom GI JOE Action Figures & Vehicles

Annika Customs! - New Annika Custom Figures!
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Here's the latest update from Toyark sponsor Big Bad Toy Store. Below you'll find some of the featured pre-orders. The full list of pre-orders and new arrivals can be seen after the jump.

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MARVEL BISHOUJO JUBILEE STATUE
This 1/7 scale statue shows Jubilee in an updated version of her classic look, with pink sunglasses atop her head. It is priced at $64.99, saving you $5 off the MSRP.
Marvel Bishoujo 1/7 Scale Jubilee - Marvel Statues, Busts, Prop Replicas Statues

NECA 1/4 SCALE BURT WARD AS ROBIN
Robin comes with a fabric cape, 6 interchangeable hands, Batarang, communicator, and more. Super-poseable and loaded with detail, this Robin is a must-have for fans of the classic Batman series. Preorders are available at $89.99.
Batman 1966 - Burt Ward as Robin - 1/4th Scale Figure - Batman 1/4 Scale

DC FIGURES - ARROW 6" ACTION FIGURE SERIES 01
The first wave of 6" figures from the hit television series includes Oliver Queen (Island Appearance) and Black Canary. Each is priced at $21.99, $3 off the MSRP.
Arrow Toys, Action Figures, and Collectibles
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This set includes black and white versions of Marv, Wendy, Kevin and Cardinal Roark, as well as accessories and more. it is listed at $17.99, $2 off the MSRP.
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Here's the latest update from HISSTANK sponsor Entertainment Earth.

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Big thanks go out to archieboy from our sister site TFW2005 for posting up images of the newly released Acid Rain Raptor Speeder Mk I! The Raptor comes with a pilot and is set at a $79.99 price point.

The Raptor now joins the Marine Stronghold and the Speeder Mk II on the Acid Rain Battlefield! We've mirrored Archie's pictures after the jump. Don't forget, you can learn more about the Acid Rain World by visiting the Acid Rain World Blog and by joining the official Acid Rain World Group on Facebook. If you're ready to take the plunge, you can grab your own Acid Rain World figures and vehicles at BigBadToyStore.

Join us after the break for discussion already in progress!... [Read More]

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You read that right! Our friends at Sideshow Collectibles are offering TRIPLE POINTS on most of their G.I.Joe merchandise!

Yo Joe! Based on the world's first action figures from Hasbro, Sideshow Collectibles is proud to offer new interpretations of G.I. Joe the Real American Heroes, and their arch nemeses from the evil forces of COBRA! Find all your childhood favorites, from Duke and Snake Eyes to the Baroness, Destro and the Cobra Commander, plus G.I. Joe figures and statues based on the G.I. Joe movies, including G.I. Joe Retaliation and G.I. Joe The Rise of Cobra!

The full listing is here Sideshow Collectibles G.I.Joe Merchandise

If you were on the fence about picking up one of the awesome Sideshow G.I.Joe Figures, Environments or Statues, well now is the time! Join us after the break to let us know what you picked up!... [Read More]

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Emboldened by their recent victories under the powerful V-troop overlord, and goaded by a meddling Cobra Commander who sees profit in chaos, prominent Cobra agents launch terror operations across the globe! A bruised-but-unbeaten G.I. JOE team races to meet them, but are any Joes capable of dealing with the impressive first-strike and combat capabilities of Cobra's Supreme Ninja Master, the Night Creeper Leader? And how can you fight an assassin who can take the form of your own allies…? Zarana is out there...

Battle it out in the exciting conclusion to the three-part "Arise, Maximus, Arise" event series with today's Global Warfare event, on now!

Download G.I.JOE BATTLEGROUND for your Android or iOS device for free at G.I.JOE BATTLEGROUND... [Read More]

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G.I. Joe Marvel Comic Covers Reproduced in Blocks!

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Thanks to ACTOYS.net we have a handful of clear images of G.I. Joe 50th Anniversary Flint from the upcoming G.I. JOE DANGER AT THE DOCKS SDCC 2014 Exclusive!

G.I. JOE DANGER AT THE DOCKS: URBAN ASSAULT 2-Pack from Hasbro
Flint is armed and ready to stop the Cobra Eel Trooper from slithering onto shore from the sea in this detailed vehicle set. Flint will chase him down in his V.A.M.P. MK-II Multi-Purpose Attack Vehicle, but the Cobra Eel Trooper has a fast Night Raft to help him make his escape. Fans can find out who prevails in the fast-moving Cobra-G.I. duel for $30.

Check out the new 50th Anniversary Flint images after the jump.... [Read More]

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Friend of the site and site sponsor StylinOnline dropped us a line to let us know of their SDCC 2014 exclusives line up. Exclusives for anyone can be hit or miss, but this year's items from StylinOnline are pretty bad ass, even if not G.I. Joe related.

First, they have a set of 4 Star Wars themed New Era 9Fifty Snapback hats. Boba Fett, Darth Vader, Stormtrooper and Han Solo each get their own outing. Each hat features classic iconography (Mythosaur Skull, Rebel and Empire logos) with full art on the brim.

On top of the hats, they have 2 exclusive shirts with a very SDCC-centric theme. The first is a Star Wars AT-AT standing in front of the San Diego Convention Center with Tie-Fighters swooping in (pure win). The second features the Avengers and Spider-Man also in front of the Convention Center, though at night.

These shirts and hats will be available at the StylinOnline Tower of T-Shirts booths 415, 5029, 5545 and also in the Lucas Pavilion Star Wars Booth 2913-J.

Check out all the images after the break, and keep an eye on StylinOnline.com if you aren't hitting the show in case any become available online!

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It's Sunday, so it's time to re-cap the awesome G.I.Joe Resurgence custom entries that have been shared over the weekend. Hard to believe that we're already through days 18, 19 & 20! It's been a fantastic month of customs so far and these latest 3 entries are no exception!

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Day 18 brought us Tango, a new G.I.Joe Jungle Warfare Specialist!

From the desk of Bucky:

Tango was originally named ocelot, and was built off of a Renegades Ripcord. He was to be the team’s jungle trooper, and he was to have a tiger. His first incarnations and gear fitting was very much a Recondo vibe, which I kind of wanted to get away from. My customizing o.c.d. had started to kick in with this figure, as I was trying to get a unique look and color pallets for him. This o.c.d. of mine also affects how I build my customs, and if I can't move the shoulder without paint chipping, I'm going to go a different route. While trying to sand the shoulders down, I destroyed the ripcord with a dremel.

Back to square one, I chose the burnout figure. I sanded the hair down, and a lot of the rest started to fall into place. I changed the name to Tango at this point. The camo took awhile to figure out what I wanted and the striping like he has was kind of just a happy accident.

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Day 19 brought us yet another amazing Figure & Vehicle combination. Check out the G.I.Joe Barnstormer and it's pilot, Tailspin!

From the desk of Bucky:

Tailspin is another one of those names that was jotted down in a notebook for years, to be used for a pilot. This project gave me the reason to finally use so many of the names I'd write down through the years. I wanted to go with a WW2 vibe, which is where avacs lab's helmet piece came into play. He was one of the first 5, and varies very differently than his first incarnation, which was horribly out of proportion.

The Barnstomer jet was originally going to be an iron man 2 jet, but not being a great vehicle customizer, I ruined it. Badly. It was pretty much unsalvagable, so I looked for another jet and remembered the Avengers jet with the opening in the back. I had just missed it at TRU on clearance, so ended up getting one from Amazon. My initial paint job wasn't coming out so well, so a local friend of mine stepped in and did the body paint. He had to sand quite a bit for the paint to stick to the soft plastic, and it turned out really well. I think I perhaps overdid the stickers, but that's a minor gripe.

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Last but not least is todays entry, Day 20. Who wants a new Dreadnok? Well then check out RIFF-RAFF, a deluxe figure with over 15 weapons and a rather unique play feature! Riff-Raff is displayed with a custom card back as well, so this is one you won't want to miss!

From the desk of Bucky:

Riff Raff was originally going to be a completely different character named pit stop, a fat Dreadnok with the chubby Asian guys head from mib3. However, literally a couple days after getting the head, forum member bcost came up with the same idea, and it looked incredible. I didn't want to pretty much do the same custom he did, so I came up with something different, a Dreadnok that is kind of a homage to all the goofiness of the cartoon, with a record of cold slither, a vial of element from the mass device, and a beat up old discarded mcguffin device amongst the trash. The dumpster came from a wwe playset from the late 90's that had sat in a fodder box for years. All the graffiti is Easter eggs for episodes of the cartoon. I really tried to capture an 80's vibe with him. As Trekker was sending my filecards back, I was reading them with a smile on my face and would get a good chuckle out of them, but I'm not lying when I tell you I literally laughed out loud when I got Riff Raff's bio back. Trekker nailed it.

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You can view the latest entries, along with the entire G.I.Joe Resurgence project by joining us after the break!... [Read More]

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For those of you that joined the Boss Fight Studio Vitruvian H.A.C.K.S. Kickstarter (and I mean, c'mon, who didn't?)...You'll remember Underworld Queen. Well, our friends at BFS have posted an update on their Facebook Page! Check it out -

SO...When we added the "Underworld Queen" to the Kickstarter, we had done it so quickly and rushed that we threw a stand-in deco and name on her. We never intended for it to be the final name and deco as we were in a rush and knew we would make it even cooler when we had a few minutes to breath. So with that all said...here she is...new deco, new accessory compliment, and new title: "Tartarus Guard". Enjoy!

It seems as though the awesomeness that is the Vitruvian H.A.C.K.S. project just never ends! You can join us after the break to discuss this new update!... [Read More]

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Hasbro just announced a partnership with Shapeways regarding a new initiative where Official and Fan Art will be 3D Printed and sold as official Hasbro products. The announcement first came from Hasbro's 2014 2nd Quarter Financial Conference Call and Shapeways followed it with an official statement from their end. Though the initiative begins with My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic, the company plans to expand into other Hasbro brands which [hopefully] might include G. I. Joe.

"Once we have filled our 3D printers with community designed ponies, we will continue to work with Hasbro and the Shapeways community to enable more Hasbro branded content to be created, 3D printed and sold.

This is a major step forward in realizing the creative potential of 3D printing, to make products on demand that might otherwise never make it into people’s hands. Hasbro has been incredibly forward thinking and open minded, to realize that the existing unmet demand within their fan base can be satisfied with the help of those very same fans. We expect to see many more partnerships like this, to enable user generated content to be 3D printed based on existing intellectual property, with fair attribution and compensation for all parties involved. We've seen this model work successfully in the digital realm, and we’re thrilled to be leading the charge in the physical."

The designs (Fan Art) must be cleared with Hasbro to ensure they are not obscene, violent or hateful, but otherwise, the artists largely have free rein. Even the price for the figurines will be set by the artists.

For more info, visit SuperFanArt.

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IDW G.I. Joe vs Transformers 7 Page Preview!

Transformers vs. G.I. Joe #1
SPACE WAR I! Earth makes contact with an alien race—and G.I. JOE is on the front lines of first contact! But when the TRANSFORMERS arrive—their version of “peace” does not match our own…

Transformers vs. G.I. Joe #1 will be released this Wednesday, July 23, but you can check the preview out after the jump if you don't mind some spoilers.... [Read More]

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New Jersey Collectors Con Announces Mark Bellomo As Guest!

Mark Bellomo will be attending NJCC Sunday, August 17th 2014 as a special guest, promoting his work on the new book G.I. Joe: The Complete Collection, the full run of original Real American Hero, Special Missions, and Yearbook tales, placed in proper reading order and collected in handsome hardcover volumes.

Mark Bellomo has written more than 150 articles for ToyFare, Wizard Magazine, Lee’s Toy Review, Tomart’s Action Figure Digest, and most recently for Toy Shop Magazine, where he served a lengthy tenure as their Action Figure Columnist. He has written a number of composition/rhetoric texts, has published critical literary articles, and has authored a number of bestselling books on action figures and pop culture: Warman’s Action Figures Field Guide, Transformers: Identification & Price Guide, Warman’s Field Guide to Transformers, The Ultimate Guide to G.I. Joe: 1982-1994 (1st & 2nd editions), and the recently-released Totally Tubular 80’s Toys.



Announced NJCC Door Prizes! This list will grow as we get closer to convention time....

• G.I. Joe 50th Anniversary Danger At The Docks
• G.I. Joe Retaliation Eaglehawk X3
• G.I. Joe Sideshow Collectibles Storm Shadow
• NJCC MEGA DOOR PRIZE Unique Toys War Lord
• All Three S.H.Figuarts Super Mario Sets
• Transformers SDCC Dinobot Special Edition Set
• Kre-O Transformers Kreon Class of 1984 SDCC Exclusive Set
• Transformers Generations Metroplex
• Early Bird Coffee Mug Build-On Brick Mug
• Kre-O-Tor Custom Giveaway
• Guardians of the Galaxy Press Box

When and Where Is The Next New Jersey Collectors Con?

Holiday Inn Cherry Hill – New Jersey
2175 West Marlton Pike (Rt. 70), Cherry Hill, NJ 08002
Sunday, August 17th, 2014

Join us on FaceBook New Jersey Collectors Con

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Read More: NJCC New Jersey Collectors Con August 17th 2014 Toy Show Update @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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It's that time of year again...... SDCC 2014 has officially started for our network! Check out our first images from Comic Con 2014 showing off the popular arts with Guardians of the Galaxy and of the San Diego Convention Center. Keep your eyes open all week long as we bring Comic Con 2014 right to your computer screen.

You can expect live updates of all the goings on at SDCC 2014 as they happen from the show room floor. We expect G.I. Joe news from Hasbro, IDW and some unexpected news may also be unveiled for ARAH collectors.

As always you can head over to www.tfw2005.com for all of your Transformers News and if you think you can keep up with the flood of pop culture action figure news head on over to www.toyark.com for live coverage of all the major Toy Company's that will be set up at Comic Con 2014!

Check out the first round of images live from Comic Con 2014 after the jump.... [Read More]

Read More: First Official SDCC 2014 Comic Con Kick-Off Images @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Looks like Gentle Giant LTD has started to drop hints about possible involvement with the G.I. Joe brand. It what could be viewed as a subtle hint to an upcoming announcement they have posted up this G.I. Joe ARAH video via Facebook.

Looking back at Toy Fair 2014
Hasbro and 3D Systems Announce Co-Venture To Deliver 3D Printing Play Experiences



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Read More: Gentle Giant LTD Dropping G.I. Joe ARAH Hints Via Facebook @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Friend of the site and fellow G.I.Joe Nerd Extraordinaire, 3DJoes stopped by to share some news on an exciting new project! You know those awesome posters of G.I.Joe figures that 3DJ brought to us?

Well, check this out - 3DJoes is proud to announce a new Kickstarter campaign for posters of G.I.Joe Vehicle Box Art! Say whaaaat?! This would be the perfect compliment to your G.I.Joe of the 80s and 90s posters! Here's the official press release -

The 3DJoes KickStarter campaign is live and there is something for everyone!

There are three new 24"x36" posters, three 4"x6" postcards, embroidered 3DJoes logo hats (black, white, or grey), and a Signature Series poster (limited to 25 copies) signed by Larry Hama and Kirk Bozigian!

Pledge your support and together we'll make some posters! Thank you all for supporting 3DJoes.

3DJoes Vehicle Box Art Posters - Kickstarter

Check out these stretch goals!

• $3,300 one new poster (every contributor gets a vote).
• $6,600 two new posters (every contributor gets a vote).
• $9,900 all three new posters!

3DJoes is just under $900 of reaching goal, so let's show'em some love and push this project over the top! You can join us after the break for discussion already in progress!... [Read More]

Read More: 3DJoes Vehicle Box Art Posters - Kickstarter Now Live! @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Days 21 and 22 have been posted by Oreobuilder, Bucky and Dusty 79! Wait until you check out the latest additions to the G.I.Joe Resurgence Custom Project!

Day 21 brought us a fan favorite troop builder, the Cobra B.A.T.

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From the desk of Oreobuilder:

The BAT came about because we felt that Cobra was lacking for troops. The build came together quite quickly. However, I went back and forth on the color scheme a few times. In the end, although red is a pain in the butt to paint, I settled on the Inferno BAT color scheme

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Day 21 also brought us Storm Cloud, the G.I.Joe Airborne Assault Trooper

From the desk of Bucky:

Wall Cloud was pieced together very quickly. As soon as I had found an "air" type name, I knew exactly what I wanted him to look like. I painted him up to "look" like a storm, with greys, blacks, and the yellow. He is topped off with a Renegades Ripcord head, donated from the original concept for Tango that I accidentally destroyed. A happy accident, as it gave me the opportunity to create two diverse characters as opposed to just one.

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Today, day 22 brought us yet another amazing vehicle entry. This? This is friggin' KILLER. Check out the Cobra Venom Chopper and it's pilot, Gyro-Viper!

From the desk of Oreobuilder:

The Cobra Transport Chopper from the original Marvel comic run is one of the most requested never-produced vehicles. About 8 years ago, I had the idea of combining a junker Tomahawk with a HISS IV as an attempt to create a modern version of the old Cobra helicopter. I had all the necessary parts. However, at the time, I was just starting to customize and did not have the knowledge, experience and tools to take on such a project. The parts were sold off in a purge and the project was shelved.

Since then, I have taken on many vehicle customs, so I felt comfortable finally putting this vehicle back on the table. This project was a perfect opportunity. It is not meant to recreate the Marvel Cobra Copter, but I wanted it to have strong Cobra vibes. In the end, it turned out pretty much as I imagined it 8 years ago.

The Gyro-Viper is a straight up ME version of the 1987 figure. I tried to stay as true as possible to the original.

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Read More: G.I.Joe Resurgence Cobra BAT, Wall Cloud and Gyro Viper with Cobra Venom Chopper @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.

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Hasbro Returns to Comic-Con International, Showcasing Top Entertainment Brands

From TRANSFORMERS: ROBOTS IN DISGUISE and A Galaxy Far, Far Away to a Place Where Friendship is Magic, Fans Can Enjoy Their Favorite Pop Culture Brands All in One Place at San Diego Comic-Con.

PAWTUCKET, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS) is coming back to Comic-Con International in San Diego to celebrate its iconic and globally renowned brands including TRANSFORMERS, MY LITTLE PONY, MY LITTLE PONY EQUESTRIA GIRLS, KRE-O and licensed toy and game lines for ANGRY BIRDS, MARVEL and STAR WARS. From toys and games, to comics, television programs and Hollywood blockbuster films, Hasbro continues to entertain kids and fans around the globe with its world-class portfolio of brands year after year. Hasbro will bring its iconic brands and characters to life at this year's convention, offering an exciting lineup of panels, autograph sessions, special edition toys, giveaways and more.

Hasbro's booth continues to be one of the most popular at Comic-Con, drawing eager fans ready to get a first look at special edition Hasbro products and giveaways. This year, attendees can expect more unique experiences, products and displays, including photo opportunities, interactive panels and special guests that Hasbro's most enthusiastic fans will not want to miss out on.

"Hasbro looks forward to bringing some of the most recognizable brands in popular culture to Comic-Con International in San Diego every year," said John Frascotti, chief marketing officer, Hasbro, Inc. "Connecting with our most passionate fans is extremely important to us and we are thrilled to offer an incredible line up of panels, special edition collectibles, giveaways and opportunities to meet the talent behind brands like TRANSFORMERS and MY LITTLE PONY."

The following highlights the activities across Hasbro brands and licensed product lines to be showcased in the Hasbro booth #3213 and around the convention.

TRANSFORMERS

Hasbro has plenty to celebrate this year, from the new innovative toy line inspired by Michael Bay's wildly successful TRANSFORMERS: Age of Extinction feature film from Paramount Pictures, to the 30th Anniversary Generations fan focused figures spanning the history of the TRANSFORMERS brand. From comics and video games to animated series and action figures - this pop-culture extravaganza will be a must-see spot for TRANSFORMERS fans of all ages in the Hasbro booth.

On Thursday, July 24th at 11:00 a.m., TRANSFORMERS fans will have the opportunity to attend a panel with members of the Hasbro and Hasbro Studios team for an exclusive sneak peak of the new animated series, Transformers: Robots In Disguise airing in early 2015. Attendees will also get a first look at the third season of Transformers: Rescue Bots, airing on the Hub Network in the U.S. In addition, attendees can celebrate the great 30 year heritage of the TRANSFORMERS brand and experience exclusive reveals of never before seen product.

KRE-O

The KRE-O brand is back in San Diego, showcasing products from Hasbro's biggest brands! Big news for 2014 is the KRE-O TRANSFORMERS line, and you won't want to miss the brand's first San Diego Comic-Con special edition item: KRE-O TRANSFORMERS KRE-O CLASS OF 1984 KREON 30-Pack. There will also be a 1984 KREON collectible poster available in limited quantities at the Hasbro booth and a sneak peek at some new KRE-O items during the TRANSFORMERS panel on Thursday.

MY LITTLE PONY AND MY LITTLE PONY EQUESTRIA GIRLS

The MY LITTLE PONY brand, a massive pop-culture phenomenon from Hasbro, is returning to Comic-Con again this year with memorable characters and unique personalities. From the animated series, My Little Pony Friendship is Magic, to an extensive line of licensed goods, and special edition product, Hasbro welcomes fans in celebrating the magic of friendship at Comic-Con with MY LITTLE PONY and MY LITTLE PONY EQUESTRIA GIRLS.

On Friday at 11:30 a.m., Hasbro invites fans to join special guests from Hasbro Studios and voice talent from the My Little Pony Friendship is Magic animated series airing on the Hub Network in the U.S. and My Little Pony Equestria Girls, the movie as they share details of the making of the popular animated series and a sneak peek into the new My Little Pony Equestria Girls Rainbow Rocks movie coming this Fall.

STAR WARS

With Lucasfilm and Disney's new animated series, STAR WARS REBELS, premiering this fall, STAR WARS fans will be eager to stop by Hasbro's booth at Comic-Con for exclusive giveaways, an autograph signing and interactive panels. On Friday, July 25th at 12:00 p.m., Hasbro will welcome STAR WARS fans to a special panel with members of the Hasbro brand and design teams as they discuss the popular Hasbro STAR WARS line and share a sneak peek of upcoming, never before seen action figures from the highly anticipated STAR WARS REBELS animated series.

MARVEL

Hasbro's booth will be celebrating MARVEL's ever-expanding cinematic universe in the highly anticipated MARVEL'S Guardians of the Galaxy film, hitting theaters August 1. Hasbro, home of the master MARVEL toy license, will be showcasing the new toy line and more.

On Saturday, July 20 at 4:00 p.m., fans won't want to miss Hasbro's MARVEL panel. Join members of the Hasbro brand and design teams as they discuss Hasbro's popular MARVEL action figure lines. Attendees will also get a sneak peek of upcoming, never before seen action figures.

Fans of the MARVEL UNIVERSE, MARVEL LEGENDS and other MARVEL action figure lines will also want to check out the Hasbro booth for a comprehensive look at the extensive line-up of 2014 toys as well as new, upcoming figures revealed for the first time following the panel.

ANGRY BIRDS

Hasbro and Rovio recently announced they are teaming up to bring two of the world's largest and most popular entertainment brands together in a brand new mash-up: ANGRY BIRDS TRANSFORMERS. Fans stopping by the Hasbro booth will see for the first time the full ANGRY BIRDS TRANSFORMERS product line featuring TELEPODS technology, powered by Retoy. An exclusive, new trailer for the ANGRY BIRDS TRANSFORMERS mobile game (available later this year) will also be shown in the Hasbro booth during the show. Additionally, fans will get to see the first gameplay demo of Rovio's upcoming ANGRY BIRDS STELLA mobile game, available this fall, and experience the ANGRY BIRDS STELLA TELEPODS product line, which will let fans teleport the Stella character and her fierce flock of friends into the game. San Diego Comic-Con will also mark the world premiere of the ANGRY BIRDS STELLA cinematic trailer.... [Read More]

Read More: Hasbro SDCC 2014 Press Release @ G.I. Joe - HissTank.com.