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YO JOE! Time for another round of G.I. Joe Classified galleries.  Today we are looking at recent mass retail figures, which have been trickling out at different speeds for a while now.  The new pieces are Flint, Lady Jaye and Cobra Infantry.  Each came in different assortments with previously released figures, and single packed cases depending on what store got them, how and when.   All 3 are solid additions to the ranks for each side.  We’ve run them for some basic comparison and then a couple fancy shots, so read on to check them out along with some additional thoughts!

These come courtesy of Dorkside Toys, check them out for all your G.I. Joe Classified needs!

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Hasbro just wrapped up their Yo Joe June Livestream and today we have pre-orders for the basic Snake Eyes Movie figures. Included are 6 inch simplified versions of Snake Eyes, Storm Shadow, Baroness, Scarlett, Red Ninja and Night Creeper, along with the 2 bikes. Read on to check out the images and product descriptions, or hit our sponsors below to grab your copies if you dig em!

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• 6-Inch Snake Eyes
• 6-Inch Storm Shadow
• 6-Inch Baroness
• 6-Inch Night Creeper
• 6-Inch Scarlett
• 6-Inch Red Ninja
• 6-Inch Snake Eyes 2
• Core Ninja Snake Eyes Bike
• Core Ninja Storm Shadow Bike

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Hasbro’s Snake Eyes Declassified Yo Joe June Livestream just ended and we have a recap for you below.  This one was less about the toys and more about the new movie and secondary tie-ins happening around the brand.  Pre-Orders for the Core 6 inch figures will be going live later today so stay tuned for that!

The recent full trailer was played.

Core 6 inch was shown, pre-orders later today.

John Guydo kicked things off by explaining the artwork for Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins packaging art.

Challenge was it’s a brand new suit. Wanted it to be a dynamic action piece.

Mr. Guydo cannot wait to see the weapons in action.

The mandala in the art is comprised of Ninja weapons.

Hot Topic will develop t-shirts based on the art.

Disguise Costume cosplay line is officially revealed. You’ve seen it all, months ahead on HISSTANK.COM.

G.I. Joe: Operation Blackout Gold Edition featuring new Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow skins inspired by the movie. Gold Edition contains the base game, deluxe edition, and the soundtrack as well.

G.I. Joe: War On Cobra mobile game 2.0 will release on July 20th. A special Ninja-themed event featuring Snake Eyes & Storm Shadow will go on until the release of the movie.

Hasbro VP Michael Kelly spoke with Comic Artist Rob Liefeld at length about the Snake Eyes Deadgame comic that will be concluding in July.

 

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Earlier today Hasbro Pulse sent out word that a G.I. Joe drop would be happening on their site. At 1PM, Barbecue and Breaker with RAM Cycle went live there. While they did sell out, it wasn’t seconds. Many folks on the forums scored one. Soon after, they went live on Target proper. WHERE THEY ARE STILL AVAILABLE. I wasn’t even going to post this, as normally by the time the story is up these things are sold out. However, 47 minutes later – both are still available on Target.com. Check the links below and save yourself the heartburn later in the year.

G.I. Joe Classified Breaker with RAM Cycle at Target

G.I. Joe Classified Barbecue at Target

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The Alpha Commando 2 Pack of Snake Eyes and Timber revealed earlier this month is officially live to pre-order around the web.  This is a mass release not tied to one specific store so hopefully it’s less difficult to obtain.  Hit our sponsors below to grab your copies!  Read on for additional pics and official product descriptions.

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Pre-Orders are live for G.I. Joe Classified Heavy Artillery Roadblock.  He is an Amazon exclusive with a small amount available on Hasbro Pulse as well.  Go get him, we’ll update with details soon!

G.I. Joe Heavy Artillery Roadblock (Amazon Exclusive)

Update – official product descriptions below and pics available after the break!

G.I. Joe is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe. These extraordinarily talented heroes are selected for their elite abilities and tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. With unwavering courage and steely determination, the brave members of G.I. Joe are prepared to seek out Cobra in any environment on the planet. From hostile jungles to ice-clad arctic peaks…wherever there’s trouble, G.I. Joe is there.

This Heavy Artillery Roadblock figure comes ready for action, with multiple points of articulation for high poseability and character-inspired accessories, including a heavy artillery blaster. And with custom artwork by Mike Thompson, the G.I. Joe Classified Series Roadblock package will make a mark on shelves.

• The G.I. Joe Classified Series evolves the characters fans know and love into a highly articulated 6-inch-scale with premium deco and detailing
• This figure features a classic design updated to bring the G.I. Joe heavy artilleryman into the modern era, plus accessories inspired by the character’s rich history
• Joining some of the best artists from the world of comics, graphic design, and beyond in our artist partnership program, Mike Thompson adds his unique style to the Roadblock package
• This G.I. Joe Classified Series Heavy Artillery Roadblock figure features premium detailing and articulation for dramatic action poseability. (some poses may require additional support)
• Look for other 6-inch-scale G.I. Joe Classified Series figures (each sold separately) and build your roster of heroes and villains

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Hasbro’s Yo Joe June Fan First Friday live stream just ended.  Check out pics from the event and stay tuned for the details recap!

Yo Joe June!

Heavy Artillery Roadblock New head sculpt, new pistol, new webgear, helmet, M61 Vulcan Gatling gun with reload ammo drum

Snake Eyes and Timber Alpha Commandos Timber exchangeable heads, ball joint head, fully articulated wolf, rifle with removable mags, Uzi

Target Cobra Island Reissue on the way Baroness, Cobra Trooper, Beachhead and Roadblock

Barbecue – Cobra Island Target Exclusive very classic looking, chem-spray backpack with modern fireman’s axe, classic brass knuckles axe also included.

Cobra Island Target Exclusive Breaker and the R.A.M. Cycle – off road tires, twin turbo engine, Gatling gun comes apart for figure use, wind screen, very classic looking, original web gear design, helmet with polarized visor, upgraded tech coms in helmet, very awesome head sculpt with beard.

Retro Line will have new figures at Walmart Collectors Con, not ready to show off.

Jada Toys new 18 box set Die-cast 1.6″ figures, Vamp Remote Control vehicle, USB charged

under G.I. Joe Classified, Photo Shoots

Here we go again.  Time to take a look at one of the most recent figures to drop for the G.I. Joe Classified line – Major Bludd.  Another fantastic figure tied to the absolutely awful Target exclusive Cobra Island  campaign.  Technically, this figure has not even been announced yet.  He isn’t in most Target systems as existing.  And yet, stores are getting him and putting him out, randomly.  Assuming it’s going to be like the last rounds – each store will get a case, with no set date.  They’ll be gone soon after, or even before they hit shelves.  They may or may not get random restocks after that, with no way to know.   The store may or may not know wtf is going on with it.  Blah blah, cry a river.  I get it.  At this point, I did not even attempt to go looking, I just payed going price on eBay.  Between gas, time, and the pure concentrated rage I feel going in and out of Target looking for these things made it worth it.  Aside from exclusives that I have no choice for – not spending a dime at that store again.

ANYWAY, on to the figure.  It’s great!  G.I. Joe Classified has been awesome since launch, even the less than perfect releases are still good IMO.  Major Bludd is one of the really good ones though.  Fantastic head sculpt, gear and weaponry that touches the original in essence while upgrading for modern times.  Retro notes with the helmet, missile pistol, dog tags.  Even a touch with the MARS logo on his now fully robotic arm.   It’s just a great version for a core character, one that should have been available at mass retail first.

We’ve run him for a set of pics, both basic and hero shots after the break.  Read on to check it out!

ICYMI: You can view all our previous galleries for G.I. Joe Classified here.  We also updated the HissTank Database today with recent reveals and our base shots for in-hand figures.

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Earlier tonight we got our first look at Snake Eyes – G.I. Joe Origins in action via a teaser trailer and quick featurette from Paramount.  We’ve run both for some key screen captures so everyone can further dig down and check for those Easter eggs!  There are a couple in there along with overall great visuals.  Read on to check out 80+ shots in HD format!

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Hasbro has officially confirmed and revealed G.I. Joe Classified Major Bludd.  He started leaking out via eBay auctions two weeks ago and is now finding his way out of Asian markets more regularly.   He will most likely be a Target exclusive Cobra Island entry.  According to Hasbro, more details are to come in June about when and where.  Check the teaser image after the break!

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