C.I.A.D., Author at HissTank.com

B2.Five Acid Rain Agurts Military 88th Sand Delux Set

Posted on September 26, 2017 at 9:07 pm by C.I.A.D. under Compatible Military Toys

As the new B2.Five Acid Rain line from Skronex and Beaver goes live in the official B2.Five Shop tomorrow, Wednesday, September 27th, I wanted to save the largest set for last!

The B2.Five Acid Rain Agurts Military 88th Sand Delux Set is definitely the set you’ll want to go after if you’re looking for the full B2.Five Acid Rain Experience. The set includes:

Stronghold ST1s with Sol Commander and Rifle
Speeder MK1s with Pilot and Pistol

Beaver has done an absolutely amazing job of capturing the essence of Kit’s 1:18th scaled Acid Rain figures. From the “Four Eyes” Stronghold to the unique design on the hood of the speeder, this are amazingly faithful recreations of their larger counterparts. I’ve gathered a gallery of nearly 40 images showcasing this “delux set” alongside it’s Jungle, R711 and Stealth counterparts. I can’t wait to see what Wave 2 brings us!

You can check our the full gallery and join in on the discussion after the break!

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B2.Five Acid Rain Agurts Military K6 Jungle Stronghold ST2k Review

Posted on September 24, 2017 at 7:06 pm by C.I.A.D. under Compatible Military Toys

The new B2.Five Acid Rain line from our friends at Skronex and Beaver is set to launch this coming Wednesday, September 27, 2017. In anticipation of the launch, we’re pleased to bring you reviews all weekend long of the first wave of figures from this fantastic new line!

We here at HISSTANK are no strangers to the awesomeness that is the Stronghold. In reviewing the K6 Jungle Stronghold, you’ll immediately note that this is nothing like the 1:18th version: The green here isn’t weathered, but bold and vibrant. The articulation, as with all B2.Five offerings, is absolutely incredible.

We’ve collected a gallery of images for your viewing pleasure and a review that you can check out after the break. Don’t forget to visit the official B2.Five shop on September 27th to pick up your own set!

B2.Five Acid Rain Agurts Military R711 Speeder MK1r Review

Posted on September 23, 2017 at 10:28 pm by C.I.A.D. under Compatible Military Toys

Hot on the heels of our B2.Five Acid Rain Agurts Military K6 Jungle Soldier Review comes our next look at another item from Series 1 – The Agurts Military R711 Speeder MK1r!

Although we’ve seen speeders in Sand, Jungle & Stealth themes, this is our first time receiving a speeder in vibrant colors, namely blue and orange. Both the Pilot and Speeder share similar markings and a pair of bunny ears, hopefully making this particular pilot lucky on the battlefield.

Don’t forget to visit the official B2.Five shop this week to pick up your own set! We’ve shared a gallery and review that you can check out after the break!

B2.Five Acid Rain Agurts Military K6 Jungle Soldier Review

Posted on September 23, 2017 at 4:31 pm by C.I.A.D. under Compatible Military Toys

First up, we take a look at the Agurts Military K6 Jungle Soldier Set. The set includes 3 figures – 2 Agurts Military Jungle Soldiers and Steel from the Bucks Team! They’re loaded to the gills with gear to complete any mission objective. We’ve just begun to examine the first wave of offerings, so make sure to keep it locked all weekend long for more B2.Five Acid Rain reviews!

Don’t forget to visit the official B2.Five shop this week to pick up your own set! You can check out our Agurts Military K6 Jungle Soldier Review and gallery by joining us after the break!

Mike Ts Forgotten Figures – The 1985 G.I.Joe Transportable Tactical Battle Platform

Posted on August 22, 2017 at 10:20 am by C.I.A.D. under G.I. Joe Vintage

Mike T. stopped by to share the latest entry in his Forgotten Figures series. This time around, we get in-depth with the 1985 G.I.Joe Transportable Tactical Battle Platformaka the TTBP!

The G.I. Joe line was originally conceived as a series of vehicles. They were high profit toys for Hasbro. However, the figures that were designed to interact with those vehicles turned out to be massively popular. But, the vehicles remained a vital part of the line’s overall profitability. As the line progressed, the scale and audacity of the vehicles grew as well. Each year, Hasbro was able to produce vehicles that outdid the year before. In 1985, though, the bar was raised as high as it could go. Along with the excellent Moray and Mauler, Hasbro pumped out the unprecedented USS Flagg. The 7 1/2 foot behemoth remains the flagship for the Joe line: both literally and figuratively. Lost in between massive carrier and the amazing higher end vehicles, though, is the Transportable Tactical Battle Platform. Despite its lack of an included figure, the TTBP (for short) is on par with Hasbro’s other releases and is an excellent example of the overall vehicle quality that dominated the Joe line.

https://forgotten–figures.blogspot.com/2017/08/1985-transportable-tactical-battle.html

What are your thoughts on the TTBP? Do you still have one in your collection, or did you skip it all together? Share your thoughts on this vintage piece of G.I.Joe equipment after the break!

RAHC Guide Rank And File 1 Reissue Kickstarter Campaign Update

Posted on August 22, 2017 at 9:52 am by C.I.A.D. under G.I. Joe 25th Anniversary

It’s the final countdown for the R.A.H.C. Guide Rank & File 1 Reissue Kickstarter Campaign! There’s less than 64 hours to go, but no worries, this campaign has long since been funded! If you’ve been on the fence, there’s no better time than the present to contribute to the campaign and get your copy!

From KuuKuuSon, aka Mr. James Kavanaugh –

The Rank & File Volume 1 Reprint is coming to a close in the next three days! Thanks to all who have contributed so far and, if you haven’t, please take the time to do so before it’s too late. There are a variety of contribution tiers, including the “One and Only Souvenir” option consisting of an action figure showcased in the guide and from my personal collection. Some sample images are provided in this update and check out further details via the Kickstarter link. I look forward to shipping out your contribution!

James M. Kavanaugh Jr.

Don’t forget, James will be a guest on the Just Another G.I.Joe Show Podcast this weekend, so make sure to tune in! Will you be getting in on the campaign? Sound off after the break!

Flashback – Eagle Force Returns Sketch Cards By Penick Art

Posted on August 22, 2017 at 9:44 am by C.I.A.D. under Compatible Military Toys

The Eagle Force Returns Facebook Page shared this fantastic grouping of sketch cards created by Penick Art back in 2016. We’re re-sharing as it’s almost time for Eagle Force Returns to invade our shelves! The sketches include –

Goldie Hawk
Redwing
Zapper
R.I.O.T. Pilot
Hornet
General Brown

Could we possibly see these sketch cards made available, or will find their way to collectors via a pack from The Drawn Word? Time will tell, but keep it locked on HISSTANK.com for all things Eagle Force!

Hasbro Hascon Cobra Toxo-Lab Commercial Info

Posted on August 22, 2017 at 9:30 am by C.I.A.D. under HASCON

Yesterday, Hasbro Pulse shared a fun tidbit via their Instagram Account pertaining to the commercial for the Cobra Eco Warriors Toxo-Lab –

Not only was one of the #GIJoe Legends likeness used to design #Cesspool he was also part of the commercial shoot for the Toxo-Lab! Unfortunately his scene was cut from the final commercial. Attend #HASCON and ask him what it was like to be involved in the commercial shoot and portrayed as this evil villain!

Hasbro HasCon is right around the corner. Will you be attending? Sound off after the break!

Animal Warriors Of The Kingdom Deluxe Figures Sent For Prototyping!

Posted on August 22, 2017 at 9:13 am by C.I.A.D. under Other

Heads up, AWOK Tribe! Our friends from Animal Warriors of the Kingdom shared some great news via Facebook – The Deluxe AWOK figures have been sent for Prototyping!

We’ll bring you more details as they’re released, but the good news is that we’ll hopefully see these brutes on the battlefield soon enough! You can get in on all the Animal Warriors of the Kingdom discussion after the break!

Custom Modern Era G.I.Joe Fast Draw By Phantro Customs

Posted on August 22, 2017 at 8:55 am by C.I.A.D. under G.I. Joe Customs

HISSTANK.com Customs Forum Moderator Phantro is back with another amazing custom, this time bringing to life a modern era rendition of the G.I.Joe Anti-Armor specialist, Fast Draw!

This current take gives Fast Draw a much needed upgrade in the form of Exo Armor! What’s your take on Phantro’s latest work? Sound off after the break!