Forgotten Figures
Profiles and photos of G.I. Joe figures from around the world!
Friday, May 3, 2024
2016 Tank Commander - Black Major Exclusive
Friday, April 26, 2024
1987 Blocker - Around the Web
Back in 1987, I picked up 2 BattleForce 2000 figures: Blaster and Knockdown. My brothers got Maverick and Dodger. I always wanted to pick up a Blocker. But, by the time I saw him again, he was only sold in a two-pack with the Maverick figure that we already owned. So, it was not until nearly a decade later that I acquired my first Blocker figure. Since then, he's been my favorite BattleForce 2000 figure. Though, to be fair, that's a relatively low bar to clear. Here's some of the best content featuring the figure from around the web.
Brazilian Blocker Weapon Variants
1987 Blocker by thedustinmccoy
1987 Blocker by 1_18th_scale_skirmishes
1987 Blocker by nightforcetunnelrat
1987 Blocker by andrewofsengir6
1987 Blocker by specialmissionforce
1987 Blocker by thedustinmccoy
1987 Blocker by Plastic Battles
Friday, April 19, 2024
2005 Crimson Firefly - Around the Web
This 2005 Firefly has no reason to exist. It occupies this weird space between the excellent 2004 Urban Strike Firefly and the even better 2005 Comic Pack Firefly. It's not better than either of those figures. And, with them in such close proximity of this Crimson figure's release window, the Toys R Us exclusive should be overlooked. But, surprisingly, I found a lot of good content on this figure out there. He looks great in photos and, did not the better paint jobs exist, he might have been the best Firefly ever released.
There's lots of fun content below. It ranges from articles written upon the figure's release: nearly two decades ago, to more recent uses. All this shows the figure's popularity remains strong.
2005 Crimson Firefly at the Attica Gazette
2005 Crimson Firefly by relena_warcraft
2005 Crimson Firefly by instachampa
2005 Crimson Firefly at JoeBattleLines.com
2005 Crimson Firefly by elevatemetoahigherhumanform
2005 Crimson Firefly by gen_liederkranz
2005 Crimson Firefly by mikesjoetography
2005 Crimson Firefly by instachampa
2005 Crimson Firefly by slaughters_free_time
2005 Crimson Firefly at Generals Joes Reborn
2005 Crimson Firefly by relena_warcraft
2005 Crimson Firefly by instachampa
2005 Crimson Firefly by elevatemetoahigherhumanform
2005 Crimson Firefly by mikesjoetography
2005 Crimson Firefly by yojoe_collectibles
2005 Crimson Firefly by gen_liederkranz
2005 Crimson Firefly by viper space
2005 Crimson Firefly by yotothejoe
Friday, April 12, 2024
1984 Hooded Cobra Commander - Around The Web
We were introduced to Cobra Commander in the early pages of G.I. Joe #1. At the time, he was wearing his casual hood. Later, he donned the battle helmet that would become the basis for his first action figure in late 1982. Two years later, though, kids were graced with a new Cobra Commander, this time wearing the hood. This figure was only available as a mail away. But it was available for about a decade. So, the dealers from the mid 1990's who wanted people to pay a premium for this figure because it was "rare" were taking advantage of naïve collectors. Fortunately, Ebay rectified that as it became obvious there were plenty of Hooded Cobra Commanders to go around.
The massive overstock that was still available back in 2012 when I profile this figure, though, has dried up. So, while this version of the Commander is still cheaper than a mint 1983 helmeted figure, you'll pay a premium for it today. Being a key figure of, perhaps, the most important character in the line, there's tons of content on the figure out there. Here's some of the best from around the web.
1984 Hooded Cobra Commander Profile
1984 Hooded Cobra Commander by dreadnokdread
1984 Hooded Cobra Commander Photos at the Attica Gazette
1984 Hooded Cobra Commander by Scarrviper
1984 Hooded Cobra Commander at Nekoman's Viper Pit
1984 Hooded Cobra Commander by viper_space
1984 Hooded Cobra Commander by Roland da Thompson Gunner
1984 Hooded Cobra Commander by cobra_rules_cybertron
1984 Hooded Cobra Commander by Slipstream80
1984 Hooded Cobra Commander at JoeADay.com
1984 Hooded Cobra Commander by master bungle
1984 Hooded Cobra Commander by Nekoman
1984 Hooded Cobra Commander by Sintechness
Friday, April 5, 2024
1992 DEF Mutt - Random Photos of the Day
Mutt is a classic character with an iconic look. In 1992, though, Hasbro created an update for him. Personally, I think it's a solid update to the character. And, I find it a nice alternative for Mutt. Not everyone agrees, of course. But, that's part of what makes collecting fun.
The most interesting thing about this figure is that he is in Slaughter's Marauders colors. It's a choice that ties this figure to his predecessor. But, the muted colors allow for this figure to be used in a variety of settings. And, he's a nice complement to the 1992 Spirit.
I haven't taken as many photos of this figure as I would have thought. He's a figure that I enjoy. So, here's a few photos I've taken of him in the past few years. Let me know what you think of this guy.