Hasbro announces its special edition G.I. JOE figures for San Diego Comic-Con

Hasbro has announced two G.I. Joe exclusives from the upcoming G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra movie for San Diego Comic-Con – a 12-inch Baroness and a 3 3/4-inch Destro 2-pack.  G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra opens on August 7th.

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G.I. JOE: THE RISE OF COBRA 12” BARONESS Special Edition Figure

(Adult Colletible; Approximate Retail Price: $29.99; Available through Hasbro at San Diego Comic-Con)

Just in time for the release of G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, due out on August 7th from Paramount Pictures and Spyglass Entertainment, in association with Hasbro, Hasbro introduces the first and only 12” BARONESS figure. The figure, in the likeness of BARONESS actress Sienna Miller as seen in the upcoming movie, features a soft goods trench coat and body suit as well as multiple signature weapons. The figure comes with an R. Black designed “COBRA recruiting poster” featuring BARONESS and features the “COBRA Office of Propaganda” seal of approval. The figure and poster are packaged together in a premium faux-leather box with embossed foil.  

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G.I. JOE: THE RISE OF COBRA 3 ¾” DESTRO 2-Pack Special Edition Figures

(Ages 4 and Up; Approximate Retail Price: $24.99; Available through Hasbro at San Diego Comic-Con)  

Covertly retrieved from a G.I. JOE evidence storage facility and released by the “COBRA Office of Propaganda,” this special edition 3 ¾” DESTRO 2-Pack represents James “Destro” McCullen’s personal bound tome containing the history of the Clan McCullen. Opens to reveal two fully articulated 3 ¾” carded McCullen figures with masks and accessories as seen in G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, as well as a timeline highlighting the weapons supplying escapades of each McCullen generation throughout history.

via GI Joe News – Hasbro announces its special edition G.I. JOE figures for San Diego Comic-Con.

Geek-lactus #1 – the latest on Marvel collectibles – Marvel.com

Marvel.com is hosting a new video series – Geek-lactus presents the latest in Marvel-licensed collectibles.  In issue #1, Jesse Falcon covers current and upcoming products from Hasbro (including the San Diego Comic Con exclusive Marvel Universe Invaders Box Set), Sideshow Collectibles, Kotobukiya, and Hot Toys.

Behold, the coming of…Geek-lactus!

In the ever-expanding universe of toys, games and collectibles—keeping you updated on new releases now just got way more fun. Introducing “Geek-lactus,” the brand new monthly Marvel.com video series hosted by Marvel’s own Jesse Falcon.

In the premiere episode, Falcon delivers the details on Hasbro’s latest 3-¾ inch Marvel Universe Action Figure line, Sideshow Collectibles statues, Kotobukiya’s busts, Hot Toys’ super-smokin’ Iron Man designs and more!

Watch “Geek-lactus,” Marvel.com’s #1 source for toys and collectible news, now!

 

via Host Jesse Falcon brings you the latest on Marvel toys, games and collectibles | Marvel.com News | Marvel.com.

X-Men Origins: Wolverine – X-Men Trilogy Sets and Premium Figures – Carded (Wal-Mart)

 

X-Men Trilogy 2-Pack - Wolverine and Beast
X-Men Trilogy 2-Pack - Wolverine and Beast

Walmart has four exclusives for the upcoming X-Men Origins: Wolverine movie:

  • Wolverine & Beast 2-pack (X-Men Trilogy Collection) – 6-inch scale
  • Cyclops & Colossus 2-pack (X-Men Trilogy Collection) – 6-inch scale
  • Logan (Premium Figure) – 3 3/4-inch scale
  • Victor Creed (Premium Figure) – 3 3/4-inch scale

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Mattel Announces San Diego Comic Con 2009 Exclusives (Facebook)

SDCC 2009 DC Universe Classics Wonder Twins - Zan, Jayna, and Gleek
DC Universe Classics - Zan, Jayna, and Gleek

Mattel has announced their lineup of exclusives for San Diego Comic Con 2009 on their Facebook page for MattyCollector.com.

  • DC Universe Classics – Wonder Twins 2 pack

Unless this is an elaborate April Fool’s Day hoax, the heavily rumored 2-pack of Zan and Jayna is coming, with a Gleek pack-in plus a number of fitting accessories.  I’m sure there are many Super Friends fans who are rejoicing, while comic purists are cursing the cruel world.

  • Masters of the Universe – Classics He-Ro
  • DC Universe Infinite Heroes – Anti-Monitor (free with points and raffle for 30-inch figure)
  • Justice League Unlimited – Green Lantern Origins 3 pack – Abin Sur, Hal Jordan, and Sinestro 

This JLU Hal Jordan is probably not the one you were hoping for, but Mattel did note that both Abin Sur and Sinestro’s heads were removable!

  • Ghostbusters – Dr. Egon Spengler and Slimer

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