HissTank member Dake posted his excellent Budo custom in his more ARAH styled theme. Click the link below and add to the discussion!
Archives for October 2015
3DJoes The Art of G.I. Joe Part 2 Kickstarter is Live!
HissTank.com’s good friend Carson from 3DJoe.com has launched the sequel to his highly anticipated Art of G.I. Joe.
In this round, the book covers two of the most influential years in G.I. Joe’s history, 1984 and 1985! All the vehicles, all the action figures, all the other great memorabilia have been expertly remastered for your viewing pleasure. The stretch goal will be a life size recreation of the U.S.S. Flagg box art on one 44”x31” poster!
Pledge today! Let’s get this project funded!
TheToySource SourceNews – Super Mario, Thor, Darth Maul and More
Here’s the latest news from HISSTANK sponsor TheToySource. See the main update below. Check out the discussion thread for even more.
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– Super Robot Chogokin – Mazinkaizer SKL Final Count
– S.H. Figurarts – Super Mario Bowser
– S.H. Figurarts – Super Mario Diorama Playset E
– Meisho Movie Realization – Darth Vader – Death Star Armor
– Meisho Movie Realization – Akazonae Royal Guard
– MP-28 – Masterpiece Hot Rod – w/ Coin
– MP-29 Masterpiece Shockwave – with Collector’s Coin
– X2 Toys – XT009 Kit – Add on for Combiner Wars Leader Class Ultra Magnus
– X2 Toys – XS001 Kit – Upgrade Set for Titan Class Devastator
– Robot Spirits – Victory Gundam – V2 Gundam
– S.H. Figuarts’ Fire Mario, Yoshi, & Diorama Set D
– S.H. Figuarts – The Avengers Age of Ultron – Thor
– S.H. Figuarts Star Wars – Darth Maul
– Macross – HI-METAL R VF-1J Armored Valkyrie
– ToyWorld – TW-D05 Spear
– FansToys FT-12 – Grenadier – Purple and Grey Chest versions
– Transformers Legends Series – LG14 Ultra Magnus w/ Alpha Trion Mini Figure
Funskool Friday By OreoBuilder Is Back!
Leatherneck By Stronox
BBTS Sponsor News – Super Mario, Star Wars, Punisher, Aliens, Doctor Who, Marvel and More
HISSTANK sponsor Big Bad Toy Store has sent out their latest newsletter. Below, see some of the new pre-orders. You can find the full update after the jump.
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NEW PRE-ORDERS
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NEW BANDAI JAPAN
Joining the incredible S.H. Figuarts Nintendo lineup is the 5 inch tall Bowser, legendary rival of Mario for $64.99; as well as Play Set E containing the formidable Hammer Bro, Spiny and Lakitu for $42.99; and Sailor Moon fans can get ready for a super transformation with the Rainbow Moon Chalice replica featuring light up crystal and transformation melody for $106.99
New Bandai at BigBadToyStore
STAR WARS ARTFX+ CAPTAIN PHASMA
Captain Phasma is ready for battle in her reflective armor and weapons at the ready. With optional arm parts, you can choose two different poses and the magnets in her feet give extra stability to the display. This incredible ArtFX+ statue of the Captain of the First Order will be a fantastic addition to any Star Wars collection. $59.99
Star Wars Episode VII ArtFX+ Statue – Captain Phasma – Star Wars Star Wars Episode VII: The Force Awakens (2015) Statues
1/6 SCALE PUNISHER
A perpetual scowl and five o’clock shadow etched across his hardened square jaw, Frank Castle suits up in his classic black and white costume, complete with a removable shoulder holster, functioning pouches, and of course, the iconic skull emblem which strikes fear into criminals everywhere. Meticulously crafted on a fully articulated poseable body, the hard-as-nails anti-hero takes justice into his own hands, packing some serious heat as he hits the streets armed with knives, revolvers, pistols, a rifle and hand grenades. Inspired by a dark and gritty comic book legacy, this figure is an outstanding addition for fans of the Punisher! $239.99
1/6 Scale Marvel Action Figure – Punisher – Marvel Action Figures & Toys 1/6 Scale Figures
ALIEN WARRIOR ARTFX+ STATUE
The Alien Warrior creeps forward, ready to attack in this highly detailed ArtFX+ statue. The specially designed base is modeled after the flooring of the Sulaco spaceship. $69.99
Aliens ArtFX+ Statue – Alien Warrior – Alien Statues & Busts
DOCTOR WHO 5.5 INCH SERIES FIGURES
These figures are part of an all-new 5.5 inch tall series of figures by Underground Toys and feature the same attention to detail as the previous line. In addition to the 12th Doctor figure, we now have the “Impossible Girl” Clara Oswald, the 8th Doctor from Night of the Doctor, and the wicked Missy (The Master and enemy of the Doctor). Each figure is 5.5 inches tall, features multiple points of articulation, and comes with character specific accessories. 8th Doctor and Clara are $23.99 each and Missy is $26.99
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G.I.Joe Collectors Club 2016 PYTHONA 3 3/4-inch Membership Incentive Figure!
The COBRA-LA EMISSARY: PYTHONA is the official G.I. Joe Collectors’ Club FREE Membership Incentive Figure for 2016! This FREE modern era action figure will be sent to any G.I. Joe Club member that selects the 3 3/4-inch figure option and whose membership is active by March 16, 2016. This exclusive and never before released female figure features an amazing NEW head sculpt with removable hairpiece, along with other unique parts to re-create her unique character from the 1987 animated feature… G.I. Joe: The Movie!
This highly requested female action figure comes with classic file card and accessories, including: Cobra logo stand, removable cloak, and tentacle creature. GIJCC Members can expect to receive this exclusive bagged figure with all her accessories and file card in late spring/early summer of 2016!
Check out the G.I. Joe Collectors Club for more information.
Five New Action Man Figures To Be Released For the 50th Anniversary
Back in July, HISSTANK sister site ToyArk reported that Hasbro is working on reviving several major franchises from the past. One of them being Action Man. Of course that franchise is arguably considered as the European equivalent of G. I. Joe of U.S, Asian Countries got to experience both shows and toys during the late 80s and 90s.
Now that the introduction is out of the way, Hasbro has confirmed their plans yesterday at the Brand Licensing Expo 2015 regarding the celebration of the Action Man brand; which is now 50 years old.
Licensing Mag has the info:
Hasbro is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Action Man brand with a new line of collector’s edition figurines created in partnership with Art + Science International.
Art + Science International in developing five retro figures that will be released in June 2016 to coincide with Father’s Day and Armed Forces Day.
The range will feature the classic British infantrymen–the skier, the parachutist, the scuba diver–and to specially remember 1966, the footballer. Each special edition figure will include accessories, gripping hands, the realistic “flock” hair and the character’s famous scar. Other famous features like Eagle Eye and Muscle Torso will appear in later releases.
Each new Action Man figure will be presented in a diorama scene with a 50th anniversary edition dog tag and illustratedAction Man manual with illustrations from the brand’s original artist, Douglas Hart.
“This unique range is being developed exclusively for the gift and collector’s market, and we hope that it triggers many fond memories of everyone’s childhood play, including my own,” says Peter Rooke, managing director, Art + Science International. “Through a series of themed releases starting in 2016, we hope to capture the very best of the Action Man brand.”
Images From G.I.JOE Battleground
HissTank member Atomichermit posted images from the G.I. Joe Battleground game he worked on while at DeNA. He designed 99% of all the artwork cards from the game. Read his own words below:
I drew around 115+ characters, and designed around 200+ more.
One of my main jobs was line artist, my line work had changed more than over the course of the time I was on the title, while earlier it was tight and a bit graphic, as time progressed, it became looser and a bit sketchy. Hence the variation in the style of line-work between the characters.
He also provided a link to his artwork: http://joshiart.blogspot.ca
Click the link below to see more of these wonderful sketches and post your thoughts.
G.I. Joe Cobra World Order Prelude #1 Preview – Review
Thanks to IDW Publishing we have a preview for the Prelude To Cobra World Order!
GI Joe Prelude To Cobra World Order #1
It’s zero hour for Real American Hero! This table-setter leads into a mammoth 6-part bi-weekly event kicking off with next month’s RAH #219 and #220! G.I. JOE has been fighting the evil forces of COBRA for decades, but now COBRA is ready to unleash its master plan on an unsuspecting G.I. JOE!
If you decide to read on this review will contain Major Spoilers.