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A new collection of ‘G.I. Joe Mini Figurines’ has been found at a 99 Cents Only Store in LA by damailmann1 of Twitter.

Priced at, well ¢99, these figurines are 2.5 inches tall and has zero articulations.

There are 6 figures to collect in total and the characters are based on their Classified Series aesthetics. You can purchase Duke, Roadblock, Snake Eyes, Destro, Red Ninja and Cobra Commander but may not see any other figures as seen on similar budget lines such as Transformers.

These figures are aimed at developing countries and low income consumers in US and Europe. Prexio Limited manufacture these on behalf of Hasbro.

You can check out the images, after the jump.

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Fortnite G.I. Joe Collab Snake Eyes: Zero Point Edition

Snake Eyes is a total mystery, but when it comes to G.I. Joe operations, he’s the best there is. Now the mysterious ninja-commando drops off the Battle Bus and joins the Battle Royale in a Fortnite x G.I. Joe mash-up! This special release Snake Eyes: Zero Point Edition figure is highly poseable with multiple points of articulation and comes with iconic weapon accessories inspired by those used by the classic character and seen in the Fortnite Universe. Perfect for G.I. Joe and Fortnite collectors alike, this figure features premium deco and detail inspired by the worlds of G.I. Joe and Fortnite.

Pre order your Snake Eyes Fortnite Figure Here

Includes: Snake Eyes figure, 1 alt hand, and 10 weapon accessories

Special release Fortnite G.I. Joe Collab Snake Eyes: Zero Point Edition figure
Premium collectible made with the same quality fans have come to expect from G.I. Joe Classified Series
Highly detailed deco inspired by the character’s in-game appearance
This is the first time a Snake Eyes figure has been released with the iconic G.I. Joe logo on the shoulders

Highly posable 6-inch figure with over 20 points of articulation

Detailed Fortnite-inspired weapon accessories, including Harpoon Launcher, Boogie Bomb, Grenade, Clinger, Chiller Grenade, as well as the Submachine weapon and Mythic Shockwave Launcher accessories featuring the Weathered Black Wrap deco as seen in-game!

Includes signature katana, Morning Light, and sheath accessories inspired by the G.I. Joe universe
Attach katana and sheath accessories to pose out the figure wearing his Back Bling and holding his Harvesting Tool as seen in-game

Comes with Boogie Bomb bandolier accessory that attaches around the figure’s chest and a swappable alt hand holding a ninja throwing star

Pre order your Snake Eyes Fortnite Figure Here

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20too Licensing will help Hasbro to bring their latest and upcoming G.I. Joe toylines to Middle East.

According to the firm, [an unspecified] G.I. Joe line will hit the MENA region in Spring 2021. While details are scarce on this, we believe the aforementioned line is none other than the beloved G.I. Joe: Classified Series. But, it could be something else entirely. We advice our members of that region (especially those who live in Dubai) to keep an eye out.

However, we do have an exact date on Snake Eyes: G.I. Joe Origins movie toyline. Hasbro will deploy the toys in September 2021 for the region.

20too will also assist Hasbro to deliver a range of G.I. Joe related merchandise in the Middle East. It was stated that apparel, accessories and back-to-school items will take forefront during the execution of the licensing plan.

The licensing firm previously supported Hasbro (and eOne) with their Transformers, Nerf, and PJ Masks brands. Their continued partnership will cater the MENA Region with upcoming My Little Pony, Power Rangers and various other eOne brands as well.

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Time for another look at the recent Cobra Island releases – this go round is for the Cobra Viper.  To all my brothers and sisters still on the hunt, I salute you.  As I’ve already stated, these come from eBay.  Obtaining them normally was difficult, had no luck, and I don’t like waiting.   You all know the deal, hopefully Hasbro and Target know the deal, and maybe next go around won’t be as bad.   I won’t hold my breath though.

The Cobra Viper is another great release for the 6 inch Classified Series.  Very classic vibes in both sculpt and paint.   He’s got removable goggles, a neck scarf to differentiate rank, backpack, pistol and rifle (both sci-fi style).  The vest is not naturally removable but can be done with a little effort.  Colors are very OG, a navy blue, red and black palette.  The iconic face shield is there and painted metallic silver using the same style as Cobra Commander from last year.  As with all of Classified, articulation is significant and everywhere, leaving nothing to want.

In the 1/18th scale – I never preferred the Vipers.  I always had some littered in, but I dug the Cobra Troopers more and focused on them for troop building.  Here though, I think the Viper works a bit better than the Cobra Trooper, or at least ties it in overall cool factor.  The bulky vest and helmet work better in the 6 inch scale I think, and this color combo really shines.  It’s just a sharp figure with a good stance.

I hope they repaint him over time in multiple color combos, as I would be happy to build out sub divisions.  That being said, this guy, just as he is here, needs to be more widely available at some point.  For him and the Cobra Trooper – once Target’s exclusivity is up I hope they offer case packs, or even some white box versions like they did recently with the AIM troopers for Marvel Legends.  Heck, toss 6 or 10 of them in a ziplock bag with a Hasbro Logo on it and I’m good.

Bottom line – another great figure made impossibly frustrating to get.  Keep on the hunt, watch eBay for a price that works for you, and grab him when you can.    Read on to check out our pics after the break!

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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Much like Duke, Scarlett, and Roadblock, a variant of G.I. Joe Classified Series Snake Eyes has been identified at retail.

Noticeably, the red paint blotch above the visor is missing from the new variant; thus equaling to the 00 Preview Figure.

Speaking of which, the visor is also painted in a glossy black paint to distinguish from the helmet.

Additionally, a slight change in the packaging has been made. The knife is no longer showcased separately and comes inside the little sheath on Snake Eyes’ left thigh.

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We now return to G.I. Joe Special Missions: Cobra Island!  Taking a look today at the second wave of G.I. Joe Classified Cobra Island figures, exclusive to Target in the US.  Many of us remember the first round last year which featured Beachhead, Cobra Trooper, Roadblock and the Baroness.  A stain on the otherwise awesome relaunch of G.I. Joe in the 6 inch scale.  Supremely awesome figures, horrible experience getting them.

That continues this round with the release of the Cobra Viper and Firefly.  Both are extremely well done figures being put out in the worst possible way.  Pre-Orders lasting seconds, videos of bots scooping up dozens at a time.  Stores with limited supply, receiving them random times – some before, some on, some after the advertised street date.  Target employees being annoyed to all hell about them, some knowing and some having no clue what’s going on, and collectors needing to hunt over and over in physical stores for a chance to get them during a global pandemic.

But, it is what it is.  We can all bitch, moan, huff and puff, but at the end of the day we are collectors (see: addicts) and need our fix.   As with the rest of the line, these are great figures, and we want them now.  I struck out in the pre-order phase, and in my one attempt locally was greeted by 8 other fans in a Target isle waiting for the employees to do their job and stock the pegs.  After several hours and multiple attempts to clear the area, a manager came over and said they weren’t there.  3 hours later those stock numbers went to zero online.  Fun.  Luckily a buddy scored an extra Firefly online and hooked me up.   The Viper, caught one on eBay and then another from a friend after eBay was en route.  Still waiting on them to land.

Now, on to the actual figure here.  Firefly is a modern upgrade with classic notes.  He has his traditional grey camo deco, goggles, comes with a bunch of bomb oriented tech gear.  Instead of the traditional vest, he’s got a bullet proof focused one based on real life gear.  The silhouette is different because of that, some think a little too far from the source.  Personally I am ok with it, it’s within the scope of Firefly’s character and a modern remix of the classic.  Many of the body parts are actually from previous figures, continuing the legacy of franken-joes.  Again, completely fine with that, nothing feels out of place.   It’s another core offering in the Cobra ranks that builds out the shelves.   Well done, welcome addition, worth a pick up.

All of these will probably find themselves redone later in less exclusive fashion, and most likely with some changes.  So if you aren’t fully addicted, but would get it if you could easily, just hold out.   For the rest of us, we’ll hunt and pay the stupid tax on eBay.  And then come online and bitch, our God given right as citizens of the internet.  :)

Read on to check out our gallery, some base and fancy shots to show what he can do.

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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G.I. Joe Classified launched in early 2020 and 2021 is kicking things off with a refresh of those wave 1 figures! When wave 1 dropped, a lot of folks thought that some of the figures had a bit too much bling going on, specifically Duke, Roadblock and Scarlett. They had a Fortnite / video game vibe with certain paint apps combined with the techy weapons.

Hasbro must have listened, because Scarlett and Roadblock were confirmed to be getting new streamlined paint jobs when they shipped in Wave 3 along with Zartan and Cobra Infantry. Then yesterday, Duke was confirmed to have a new less blingy deco too.

Today I got a box with some Wave 1 figures in it, expecting them to be the original Wave 1 decos, and Scarlett was actually the new 2021 refresh version. So Duke and Scarlett are in the wild now with the new paint, not necessarily coming from Wave 3 repacks. I’d bet Roadblock is floating around somewhere too.

All in all I dig the Scarlett, and from the promo pics of Roadblock and Duke, also dig those. I don’t need things to be 100% retro classic, and the original versions were not horrible or anything. These all are an improvement IMO, a better balance of modern upgrades and retro feels.

I’ve run Scarlett through a quick set of pics showing off the differences. You can see them after the break.

These come courtesy of Dorkside Toys. I can’t guarantee that if you order Roadblock, Scarlett or Duke that you will get any specific version. If you 100% want one or the other, please contact them first to verify!

Dorkside Toys G.I. Joe Links: Scarlett, Roadblock, Duke, Zartan, Cobra Infantry, Flint, Lady Jaye, All G.I. Joe

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Following the footsteps of Roadblock and Scarlett, G.I. Joe Classified Series Duke has also received a paint scheme adjustment to his figure and weapons.

A customer (Jared Moyle) has ordered the regular figure via Amazon and received this new recolor instead.

Special thanks to Dan Atwood for bringing this news to our attention.

You can check out the repaint image and a comparison pic from our gallery, after the jump.

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Merry Christmas, everybody!

Retailers worldwide have received a brand new list of upcoming G.I. Joe Classified Series figures and Snake Eyes movie toys, right on the Christmas day. Naturally, HISSTANK is on the case.

Classified Series:

  • G.I. Joe Classified Series: Big Rig (codename)
  • G.I. Joe Classified Series: Diamondback (codename)

Core Ninja Figures & Vehicles:

  • Core Ninja Figure Baroness
  • Core Ninja Figure Scarlett
  • Core Ninja Figure Snake Eyes
  • Core Ninja Figure Snake Eyes 2
  • Core Ninja Figure Storm Shadow
  • Core Ninja Vehicle Snake Eyes
  • Code Ninja Vehicle Storm Shadow

You can check out the full list and several known figures (which have been relisted), after the jump.

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