Tag: Cobra

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GI Joe: The Ninjas

Little Green Plastic Army Men Many look at GI Joe starting with the A Real American Hero line as a military toy, an evolution of the little green plastic army man.  The line is definitely rooted in military tech and the US Armed Forces. Beginning in 1982 and 1983 the line released the original lineup

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GI Joe #2 – Review (with preview)

Because it's Tracy Icenhour's birthday, we're going to review the latest issue of GI Joe. For those not paying attention, the U.S. has surrendered to Cobra. Duke resisted and was shot in the head by Major Bludd.

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Transformers Combiner Wars Viper Review

There's a new Legends Class Combiner Wars figure flying onto shelves right now and he's more than just another Decepticon...

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News Alert! Cobra has Invaded Springfield Il

Coming in hot on the news wires is Cobra has taken control over Springfield, Il! In fact the Mayor has handed over the key of the city to non other than Cobra Commander. There has been no response from GI Joe and no word from the Government on what they will do to combat this catastrophe! The Mayor has to be a Cobra supporter as no one in their right mind would hand over their city to this evil organization! More news as it becomes available and hopefully GI Joe will free the wonderful people of Springfield.

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Joe Con Cobra Septic Tank MKII Gallery!

I was not going to buy this vehicle, I thought it was an abomination. I was really hoping the Club was going to get the Retaliation Hiss Tank. While I waited in line to buy my swag I kept looking over at the Club display case. This was a mistake as I was starting to warm

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GI Joe 50th: A Real American Hero

Welcome to part 2 of our look at the past 50 years of GI Joe. This time we're looking at the ARAH line that started in 1982.

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G. I. Joe – Cobra H. I. S. S. Tank Collectible Kit

Okay internet, you won the day with this killer collectible. How cool is this that you will get a replica of a H.I.S.S. Tank AND a 48 page illustrated book. This of course is for the 50th Anniversary of the G.I. Joe brand. You can place your pre-order by clicking HERE! This deluxe light-and-sound mini

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Custom Cobra Jungle Assault Squad!! Must See!!

Needless Essentials is proud to know one heck of a customizer by the name of Chris Thrace. You might have seen his work in our forums and or other websites. His paint skills are top notch and he is on a mission; to complete the transformation of the vintage line into modern counterparts.  Once in

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Assembly Require 2013 Update! New Prints!

We have an update for Assembly Required 2013 and it’s awesome! Check out some more prints that will be available at the show and remember, if you go pick us up a set! Do you miss the days as a kid when you spent hours battling Cobra, a ruthless terrorist organization intent on world domination?

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