Author Topic: G.I. Joe Toys Thread (Read 104953 times)

Paul · « **Reply #195 on:** April 29, 2009, 07:21 PM »

2 packs? Very reminiscent of the Joe V. Cobra Days... but I like the selections at least.

Ben · « **Reply #196 on:** April 29, 2009, 11:26 PM »

I'd buy that pack in a heartbeat. Hopefully, the rest of the 2-packs have character selections like this one.

Brian · « **Reply #197 on:** April 30, 2009, 10:06 AM »

Quote from: iFett on April 28, 2009, 01:00 PM

I can't see why they'd invest the money and resources into this project without putting it out on DVD or possibly continuing "the series" Kinda silly to just stick it up on the web and then to only show it once on cable at midnight. Hopefully we'll learn more at Comicon.

Maybe this will have something to do with it:

http://toynewsi.com/news.php?catid=9&itemid=14417

Apparently Hasbro is partnering with Discovery to create a new kids/family channel and programming. I think it will basically be a re-branded Discovery kids, but I didn't read the entire release. They did specifically mention shows based on brands like GI Joe, Transformers, My Little Pony, etc. It might be a chance to see new shows around Joe and TF, but to be honest I wouldn't mind if they just re-ran the old toons ala Boomerang

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spiderpumpkin · « **Reply #198 on:** April 30, 2009, 10:33 PM »

I'm on my way to Hamilton, ON for the GI Joe Convention. Quite a long drive from Minnesota. I'm in London, ON for the night after driving and sight seeing on the way over for the con. I haven't done much toy shopping on the way except for a few Wal-Marts in Michigan but they didn't have anything worth buying. However, when I stopped at the White Oaks Mall Wal-Mart in London I found the movie MARS Trooper 3-Pack. Looks very cool. Now I wish it would just stop raining so my trip to Niagara Falls isn't too wet.

I'll be adding pictures from the Canadian Con like I have done for the last 4 Master Collector Joecons.

Jesse James · « **Reply #199 on:** April 30, 2009, 10:49 PM »

Look at it this way... Even when it's not raining in Niagara Falls, you always get wet from the mist off the falls... Man I love it up there.

Good times.

efranks · « **Reply #200 on:** May 7, 2009, 07:21 PM »

I know there are a few Joe club members on here but I don't know how many of them buy the 12" items. Anyway, this year's free club figures are starting to hit mailboxes and I got the 12" Talking Black Adventure Team Commander this year.

The figure comes with shorts, t-shirt and a dog tag and then they offered an accessory set that includes a box, boots, uniform, pistol and shoulder holster. My Commander came yesterday and today I got the accessory set. Really nice figure, IMO, so I thought I'd post a photo of him in all his gear.

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Paul · « **Reply #201 on:** May 8, 2009, 12:02 PM »

I let me membership slide right before cutoff...

Really wanted one of those.. I am sure they will have some at the club store.

iFett · « **Reply #202 on:** May 8, 2009, 02:45 PM »

Pretty....More pics at Hiss

Alyosha · « **Reply #203 on:** May 8, 2009, 03:58 PM »

Just got in the RES SE, and did a quick set of pics and review. If you don't mind the trek, they are up here:

Resolute Snake Eyes *IN HAND* Pics and Review

Almost forgot, want to give credit to Black Sheep Toy Store for the hookup. Great bunch of guys and fair to deal with.

*EDIT* The link seems to be working fine for me, but if not, here it is again :

http://www.brokenarrowtoys.com/forum/index.php?topic=498.msg2617

ruiner · « **Reply #204 on:** May 8, 2009, 05:43 PM »

Need to fix your link bro.

efranks · « **Reply #205 on:** May 8, 2009, 06:32 PM »

Quote from: efranks on May 7, 2009, 07:21 PM

I know there are a few Joe club members on here but I don't know how many of them buy the 12" items. Anyway, this year's free club figures are starting to hit mailboxes and I got the 12" Talking Black Adventure Team Commander this year.

The figure comes with shorts, t-shirt and a dog tag and then they offered an accessory set that includes a box, boots, uniform, pistol and shoulder holster. My Commander came yesterday and today I got the accessory set. Really nice figure, IMO, so I thought I'd post a photo of him in all his gear.

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Took a picture of the box, which is a really nice promo. For those interested, the phrases that he speaks are:

"I've got a tough assignment for you."
"This is going to be rough, can you handle it?"
"We must get there before dark. Follow me."
"The Adventure Team has the situation controlled."
"Set up team headquarters here."
"Contact Adventure Team Headquarters right away."
"The Adventure Team is needed in Africa."
"Mission accomplished. Good work men."

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Sprry75 · « **Reply #206 on:** May 9, 2009, 12:47 PM »

Can someone who follows this stuff better than I do help me figure out what's going on with the wave 5 vehicles? Are they available at retail, or are they internet-only somewhere? If so, where? Or are they not really available? I want a couple Stingers and an Arctic HISS, that's all. Is that too much to ask?

And while I'm whining, when and where do those Cobra Island 7-packs go on sale?

Buying toys shouldn't be this hard...

Alyosha · « **Reply #207 on:** May 9, 2009, 01:05 PM »

The 7 packs aren't up anywhere just yet. They should be within a couple of weeks now that package pics have been posted. As for the vehicles, Hasbro said they would be availble through e-tailers who buy in large quantities, so I suggest BBTS or EE. You may be able to use others (I prefer GoodStufftoGo or SmallJoes), but I don't think they have pre-orders up right now. The vehicles are scheduled to ship this month from BBTS, and all they have left are a few odd singles (but not one of everything) and complete cases.

efranks · « **Reply #208 on:** May 9, 2009, 02:10 PM »

Quote from: Sprry75 on May 9, 2009, 12:47 PM

Buying toys shouldn't be this hard...

Quote of the year.

Has anyone ever read anything to suggest that Hasbro would re-solicit those wave 5 vehicles to regular retail stores after the movie push is over? Or is it along the lines with the current 25th style figures; maybe?

Honestly, I think this GI Joe film is going to be so bad, and the toy line supporting it tank so hard, that future retail releases of Joe figures will either be completely in jeopardy or Hasbro will have to scramble to get the current style figures/toys back on shelves to stop a mass exodus.

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John C · « **Reply #209 on:** May 9, 2009, 02:27 PM »

Smalljoes will probably get my dollar for the Stinger and FLAK/Claw if they sell them outside of the case. Otherwise I will be watching Hasbro's site. I really hope the wave 14 figures eventually see a release to stores or online as well. I want that Falcon.