General Hawk has posted a review of a preproduction Black Dragon VTOL from GI Joe Renegades. What this bravo vehicle lacks in size, it makes up for in wing-span. It noticeably lacks the size of the giant version seen in the show. Nonetheless, watch the video to see how it turned out:
Archives for May 2011
Phantom X19 Fireflyed
As evidenced by this thread, it would be a lie to say that the Phantom X19 is an unpopular GI Joe aircraft. In fact, it’s arguably the most unique GI Joe fighter ever created. To see the GI Joe A Real American Hero design team take cues from the F-19 concept art…and come up with…THAT(Phantom X-19), is quite impressive to say the least. Definitely one of the most creative takes on the F-19 that this editor has ever seen.
With that said, there’s been a customizer around here that’s been causing quite an uproar. Which vehicle would be his next canvas? Which. vehicle. would. get.
FIREFLYED?!
Well folks HISS Tank boards member fireflyed has done justice to the almighty Phantom X19. The Phantom X19 has been FIREFLYED! 24 LEDs. A slick paint job. A VIDEO.
Canceled Jungle Assault Cobra Commander Review
Initially scheduled for release last year in the Pursuit Of Cobra line, Jungle Assault Cobra Commander was later canceled, with the body reused for Cobra Commander in Pursuit Of Cobra Wave 5.
Sure the newest Cobra Commander features a more recognizable, traditional look. Sure the more recognizable stuff tends to be more popular. Yet canceled items oft attract the attention of collectors who like “what could’ve been”. Steel Brigade has reviewed the canceled Jungle Assault Commander, read on to check it out! [Read more…]
HISS Tank News Roundup May 31st 2011
Out for a bit and missed out on GI Joe News, WELL WE’VE GOT YOUR FIX HISS TANK’ers! A cover of Sky Strikers taking on a Firebat by Tom Feister! We previewed, and reviewed, Cobra #1! Sideshow Collectibles finally releases Dusty! Cobra might strike early as GI Joe 2 Cobra Strikes might get pushed up!
- Custom Cobra La Group – GI Joe News
- WatchMojo Interview With Larry Hama – GI Joe News
- RAHC Guide Site Up – GI Joe News
- Cobra #1 Preview – GI Joe News
- HISS Tank Reviews Cobra #1 – GI Joe News
- Pursuit Of Cobra Wave 5 Sighted – GI Joe News
- Custom G.I. Joe LCAC – GI Joe News
- Python Patrol Croc Master – GI Joe News
- Sideshow Dusty Released – GI Joe News
- Skystriker VS Firebat By Tom Feister – GI Joe News
- More Cycle Armor With Ashiko Images – GI Joe News
- GI Joe 30th Anniversary Bravo Vehicles Walmart UPC Codes – GI Joe News
- GI Joe 2 Cobra Strikes Early? – GI Joe News
- 30th Anniversary Vehicle Preorders Go Up At Smalljoes.com June 1st – GI Joe News
- Custom G.I. Joe Radio Control VAMP With Lights – GI Joe News
- Ages 25 & Up #141 – Dont let the door – GI Joe News
Pursuit Of Cobra General Hawk Review
Steel Brigade has cranked out more reviews, this time for General Hawk from Pursuit Of Cobra! Taking cues from popular First Person Shooters(FPS) such as Call Of Duty, this version of General Hawk stands out compared to previous versions. Significantly more armed and geared for battle, this is the most combat-ready Hawk we’ve seen yet.
However there’s been debate on whether fans like this figure or not. Perhaps a review can help you decide. Read on to check out how Pursuit Of Cobra General Hawk turned out! [Read more…]
TFW2005 And Toyark Roundup May 31st 2011
We’ve got the weekly roundup news from our sister sites:
Less than a month away from Dark Of The Moon and the news ain’t stopping! Captain America toys are out, new comic packs for Marvel Universe fans, a huge a$$ repacked WOLVERINE COMBAT CLAWS GLOVE THING and more! Read on to catch up on news we broke last week! [Read more…]Steel Brigade Reviews Steel Brigade
Steel Brigade has reviewed Steel Brigade! After years of asking for a GI Joe 25th Anniversary style Steel Brigade figure, and a tease in the form of the PIT Commando from the Rise Of Cobra line, we finally got a modernized Steel Brigade figure in the Pursuit Of Cobra line! To say that Steel Brigade has been looking forward to Steel Brigade would be an understatement.
Without further ado, read on for the review! [Read more…]
Ages 25 & Up #141 – Dont let the door
No Memorial Day weekend would be complete without an issue of Ages 25 & Up! This week, in Issue #141 entitled Don’t let the door, the Cobra Commander watches as his elaborate revenge scheme is carried out, And trouble is brewing behind the scenes…
Will Lady Jaye score a triple double? Will Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow drawn Technical fouls? Read on to find out!
Once you’ve checked out the latest installment, talk to 1337W422102, the Creator of A25&U, here on the HissTank.com Forums! [Read more…]
SMALLJOES.COM NEWSLETTER SPONSOR UPDATE
The Pursuit of Cobra wave 5 figure assortment has arrived! This set includes Cobra Trooper, Cobra Commander, Blowtorch, Jungle B.A.T., General Hawk, and Steel Brigade Trooper. You can find them listed here:
GI JOE: Pursuit of CobraPre-orders for the upcoming GI JOE Skystriker w/ Ace, Black Dragon VTOL w/ Cobra Air Trooper, and VAMP jeep will be listed on June 1st so be sure to check back with us then.
G.I. Joe Preorder ProductsWe’ve listed a whole bunch of new GI JOE Comic Books! IDW has changed the GI JOE ongoing series line-up a bit. Beginning with the Cobra Civil War storyline we’ll have three ongoing titles: GI JOE, COBRA, and SNAKE- EYES. The first issue of each of these three new titles is now available. Note that we’ve created new categories for these titles to help you find what you need. Be sure to check out the IDW comics sub-menu category within the GI JOE comics menu category.
Last but not least, the latest issue #166 of the Larry Hama authored “A Real American Hero” classic series is also available now.
GI JOE Comic BooksTo view the complete SmallJoes.com Update click the Discuss Button. [Read more…]
Custom G.I. Joe Radio Control VAMP With Lights
HISSTank.com member Ripper kitbashed this custom G.I. Joe radio control VAMP complete with lights.
“The top of the Vamp is stock. Only the wheels and under carriage have been changed. There are two independent battery packs; one for the motor circuit (beneath the gun mount) and one for the light circuit (underneath the dash). The shovel on the Vamp is useful for reaching the switch for the lights. The lights can be turned off and on via the remote control.”Click the Discuss button for all the pics & details as well as a short YouTube vid. [Read more…]