THE COBRA COLLECTION

COBRA H.I.S.S TANK

2009-11-08T06:37:00.000-08:00

H.I.S.S (High Speed Sentry) Tanks are one of the Cobra Army commonly used Combat Vehicles, they speed into battle to face G.I.Joe Forces head on,with fearless drivers like Cobra H.I.S.S commanders to optimize their firepower & performance!

Here's a H.I.S.S tank which i picked up from the flee market at China Town Singapore, got this awesome classic for a mere SGD 45.00.

Seeing it again, brought back so many memories.... (as i used to have it as a Kid)

Packaging:

H.I.S.S Tank Commander:
They are selected from the best of the Cobra Infantry forces, which makes them the deadliest & toughest vipers! however they have one thing in common which is "dedicated to destroying the JOE forces"

Working Holster

H.I.S.S Tank Overview:

MY Verdict:
The H.I.S.S tank design still looks great after so many years! unbelievable

The Tank comes with rotating turrets which your able to fit a single figure in it and there are rotating wheels at the bottom for rolling action.

Comes with a single sticker for the console for the turret, but looks great:

A must have for any Cobra collection! without it, its just uncompleted....

Even if Hasbro makes a new one for the ROC wave, it wouldn't be the we have grown to know and love.

Over All Venom: 9/10

Price: SGD 45.00

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Cobra 12-inch Sniper

2009-10-30T10:13:00.000-07:00

The New Cobra 12-inch Sniper from SlideShow Collectibles, dam doesn't it look good or what!!

G.I. Joe Forum Discussions at The Terror Drome ï¿½ View topic - Attack on the G.I. Joe PIT HQ Playset

2009-09-29T00:52:00.001-07:00

G.I. Joe Forum Discussions at The Terror Drome ï¿½ View topic - Attack on the G.I. Joe PIT HQ Playset "REVIEW"

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ROC: Crimson Neo Viper (Cobra Royal Guard)

2009-09-22T06:24:00.000-07:00

The Crimson Neo-Vipers are Royal Guard of the Cobra Army, according to the file card they are master of power & lethality within the cobra ranks .

And like Crimson Guards they guard the leaders of Cobra and can tolerate higher level of pain then the standard Neo Vipers.

From the start, i was never a huge fan of these new Cobra trooper for the ROC line, until i got my hands on my first Neo-Viper, which then totally change the way i look at them.

And after doing more web-search online, i saw an awesome repaint of a Neo-Viper in a deep Crimson Paint and i was totally committed to look and acquire this figure...

Which now thanks to a Friend i have it in my passion! and here's a look at the Figure:

The Packaging:
The Illustration of the Crimson Neo-Viper on the card is simply amazing! can't wait to see this guys in action!

Weapons & Accessories:

1) 1X Assault Rifle with Bayonet (very similar to the Crimson Guard ARAH Gun)
2) 1X Standard issue Cobra Pistol
3) 1X Lance/Spear (that also act as a snake handler, pictures below)
4) 1X Machete
5) 2X Axe
6) 1 X Snake with Container

This Figure comes packed with new weapons & gear! and some are really odd choices.....in the picture above i left out the ridiculously large Missile Launcher!

The Assault Rifle looks great, however don't really Dig the color scheme and the Bayonet is really flimsy and looks like it can snap of anytime.

The Snake with Container is really an interesting touch to the figure and the figure can even hold it by its bars.

The Axe and Machete really adds attitude to the figure, i guess its used when the assault weapons fail, this is the next best choice to stop them joe's?

Why did Hasbro not paint the Machete Silver on blade? when they have added the color to both axe and the lance, again no consistency...

Overview of the Figure:

Unlike the Neo-Viper figure, the Crimson Viper Cobra logo is on its left shoulder pad.(however the illustration shows it on the right.)

Helmet Close Up:

My Verdict
With A few variant of Neo Viper color scheme in the Senior Ranking Pack, trooper builder and etc, this has to be the best color scheme added and given to this Neo-viper Class, its deep Metallic Crimson Color is really nice and not too flashy. or maybe its the shine/gloss that attracts me to this figure...shiny good, shine nice!

The Assault Rifle is great and can be hold properly on each hand or by both and by adding the bayonet, it kinda reminds you of the good old Crimson Guard, NICE!

As for dislike it would be the color scheme of the weapons, i don't know why but light grey color on weapons never really work for me and why didn't they give the machete a sliver finish is another question? when the other weapons has it. (lucky i have some silver paint to finish the job)

And with all this gear there is no place to hold them, unlike the Neo-Vipers that comes with Backpack that held the rifles.

If You like Cobra Troopers like me, this is another must have! as it is a must to guard our beloved Cobra Commander! (and it does clear state "Royal Guard" on the card) and its great for repainted figure!

I However only manage to pick up one cause its not out in retail here yet, but i am hoping to get more when they hit the pegs this week, figure crossed!

Over All Venom: 9/10

Price: RM 39.90

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Latest Acquisition!

2009-09-19T09:51:00.000-07:00

My Latest Acquisition, THANKS to NG & Danny for getting this for me! as i have been searching for this figures, especially the Crimson Viper!

The Latest figures consist of:
1) Crimson Viper
2) Cobra Eel
3) Elite Viper
4) Pit Commando - which for a custom

25th Anniversary: Crimson Guard

2009-09-15T22:45:00.000-07:00

The CRIMSON GUARD! highly recognizable by their bright red uniforms, they are the Elite in the ranks of the Cobra Army.

And are really interesting characters, as beside being experts in military matters, they also need to hold professional degrees like Law & Accounting to be apart of the working world.

As Crimson Guards are dispersed about the country in deep cover, assuming various roles,appearance & lifestyles.

So Watch Out they could be your average friendly neighbour!

Now's here a figure from the "Hall Of Fame" 25th anniversary celebration collection:

Packaging:

Out of the box

Weapons & Accessories:

1) 1X Assault Riffle with attached combat knife.
2) 1X Magnum Hand Gun
3) 1X Removable Helmet
4) 1X Removable Backpack

Handgun attached Side

Fully View Of Figure:

Helmet Close - Up:
- Compare the comic pack version, this figures comes with a color visor, which makes a really nice touch.

My Verdict.

Oldies always has the best goodies!

As Crimson Guards are a Firm Favorite and a must for any Cobra Army, this "Hall Of Fame" 25th anniversary celebration figure is absolutely stunning!

With minor paint touch up, that adds up to a nice figure! (cant really see, in my pictures)

The helmet & backpack is given a red metallic paint job, which is really nice and i could only hope that it was applied across the whole figure.

And the assault riffle is really nice compare the a classic riffle given to the comic pack guard, i however do like the magnum handgun as i think he deserve something cooler like a Desert Eagle maybe? well that just me...

But the Major downside of this figure would be the pricing! as its currently priced at RM39.90 each, when the previous pricing for a single was only Rm 2o odd.... which i am still trying to compare hand for new joes figures.

Over All Venom: 9/10

Toyshop: York Toys

Price: RM 38.00

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Cobra Eel with Wave Crusher

2009-09-13T06:31:00.000-07:00

Now here's a TARGET Exclusive brought in by TRU, it comes with 25th anniversary version Cobra Eel & Wave Crusher.

let's have a look at this figure:

Packaging:

Nice illustration on the side

Full View of the Cobra Eel:

Closer Up Of Facial Sculpt with & without helmet:

Weapons & Accessories:

Cobra Eel
1) 1X Underwater Assault Riffle
2) 2X Combat Knife
3) 2X Flippers
4) 1 X Removal Scuba tank/backpack
5) 1 X Removable Helmet.
6) 1X Removable Shoulder Pad

Wave Crusher
1) 1X Missile

Some Pic's of the Equipment:

Wave Crusher
Now here's a very interesting equipment, it has two modes:

Cruising Mode:

Underwater Attack Mode:

Side View:

Back View:

My Verdict

Most People would buy this because of the Cobra Eel (duhhh) and the steel Crusher is just something to complement thefigure.

I really do enjoy the paint scheme of this ver of the Cobra Eel, without its gear, the figure really looks like an infiltrator (maybe cause of the color schme) and its has a nice steel like finishing on both its shoulder Pad & arms band.

Yet again this is a great Cobra Figure to get, the only down to this figure would be the pricing, which is slight high. if you can look past that, then its time for army buidling!

Over All Venom: 8/10

Toyshop: Toy R Us (TRU)

Price: RM 49.90

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Cobra Gunship

2009-09-06T20:25:00.000-07:00

In the Movie, The Cobra Gunship appears out of nowhere and launches and attacks a convoy transporting the Nanomites!

Now this Cobra Gunship is priced within the RM119.00 price segment, its not really movie accurate but the design still rocks. Now Lets have a look at it:

Packaging:

Out of the Box.

Your Cobra Gunship should come with the following:
1) 2 X Missiles
2) 3 X Bombs
3) 1 X Stickers sheet & instruction manual
4)1 X Firefly with removable helmet & vest. (does not come with a base stand or weapons)
5) 1 X Gunship Tail

Put It Together:
1) Attached the tail to the main Gunship

2) Insert the missiles into side launchers:

3) load all 3 bombs into the bomb drop, as shown below:

Close back the hatch, press the button next to it:

And the bombs will fall out....

All 3 Landing Gear are retractable:

Apply your stickers and your Good to GO!

Overview Of The Gunship:

Points Of Interest:
1) Rotating front Nose Turret:

2) Cockpits Opens:

3) Working Missile launchers!

4) Opening Door:

which nicely fit two Neo Vipers

5) Opening Engine Access Panels:

Firefly: Really cant understand why is Firefly piloting the Gunship??.... Has the exact same body with the 25th Anniversary figure, as seen below:

Firefly with his Aerial Gear On:

Helmet Sculpt:

Firefly Without his Aerial Gear:

As he didn't come with any weapons, i took the assault riffle from Duke (resolute set), and its a nice fit!

Most people ask where, does his hose from the jacket fit, well here's the answer:

My Verdict:

Although the Gunship Sculpt & Color is not accurate to the Movie version, it still offers loads of functions & Accessories!And doesn't the Gunship look a lot like the Orca Gunship in Command & Conquer Computer Game?

On the Downside, I personally feel that Hasbro is really lazy on the Paint Job for the Gunship, example the Engine underneath the Access is not even painted....and it still puzzles me why Firefly for the pilot, don't get me wrong i do like Firefly, but just doesn't seem like a nice Fit with the Gunship.

To Conclude, its an interesting vehicle, its either you hate it or you like, if your ask me i like it! and i think the Neo Vipers compliments the Gunship very well.

Over All Venom: 6/10

Toyshop: Toy R Us (TRU)

Price: RM 119.90

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Mantis Attack Craft

2009-09-02T05:02:00.000-07:00

This One man Submarines are equipped with twin turbines and highly explosive torpedoes that have far reach!

The vehicle in the mid range priced vehicle segment comes with an Aqua - Viper Officer, which leads the Aqua-Viper trooper and ocean assaults, like all Cobra Trooper they are injected with Nanomites that enables them to withstand extreme ocean depths.

This One man Submarines are deployed to battle Joe's when they attack the Cobra Arctic Base. Now here's a look at the figure:

Packaging:

Weapon's & Accessories:

This should be the exact amount of accessories & weapons that come with your Mantis.

Vehicle:
1) 4 X Torpedoes
2) 1 X Tail

Figure:
1) 1 X Sub Machine Gun
2) 1 X Removable Helmet
3) 1 X Removable Survival backpack with attaching hose.

Aqua - Viper Officer
Over View:

Close Up of Facial & Helmet Sculpt:

Really Dislike the facial sculpt, should be mean looking! as now it looks like your friendly next door neighbor, Thank Cobra, for giving him a nice helmet to cover its face!

Its Helmet is really hard to put on, so here's how:
1) Push it down in this angle and then only slide it forward (be warned that when removing the helmet the head easily comes of with it....talk about occupation hazard):

2) Then only have the hose and backpack into the helmet.

Once its done, it should be nicely fitted like this:

The Mantis Attack Craft:
Great look craft! its small and filled will little surprises, i has two modes:

1) Stationed :

2) Attack Mode:

Overview of the Mantis Craft:

View Of Cockpit:

Side View

Highlights Of This Figure:

1) Has Hidden Missiles Compartment (really cool):

Attack Mode (pull the wings outwards):

Press the Missile button and its missile away!

2) Cockpits Opens! and its Smoked ( as the illustration on the boxes shows a clear cockpit)

3) Rotating rear Cannons:

4) Action Mantis Claws:

Hit the button on the Mantis Nose:

5) 3 Rollers on the Belly:

Problems:
Although the Mantis Craft looks great!, it does come with its own set of problems, which is the cockpit hatch does not close if you have the pilot in its normal sitting position, as shown below:

Therefore! pull its foot forward a little, like this:

And there you have it! it Closes Great! here's a side view:

My Verdict:

This is the first vehicle i bought within the RM 79.90 price range (US 15.00 ) and i must say i am really pleased with this, as this vehicle offer loads of features as shown above.

However it does comes with its own set of problems, that i have shown above on how you to overcome!

So if your like me and you haven bought a single Cobra Vehicle within the RM 79.90 price range, then i highly recommend this Cobra Mantis Attack Craft! (shhh... the other 2 new joe vehicle are also nice Snarler Cycle & Sky Sweeper,which is actually a repaint of a Cobra Bat, which i didnt but cause its not COBRA! )

Over All Venom: 8/10

Toyshop: Toy R Us (TRU)

Price: RM 79.90

More Pictures:

Its the James Bond Pose

Latest Sightings at TRU 1 Utama

2009-09-01T09:10:00.000-07:00

After seeing some intel on a local G.I.Joe Forum, which reported that Isetan Lot 10 in KL has some new arrivals of the Cobra: Mantis Attack Craft & Joe: Snarler Cycle.

I decided to pay to pay TRU in 1 Utama a visit, and it wasn't a let down, as they have the following:

So Check it Tomorrow not much displayed out ! so do ask the sales assintance if you need more!

Cobra Commander!

2009-08-31T01:09:00.000-07:00

With the Raise Of Cobra in this new movie franchise, a new leader of the Ruthless Cobra organization emerges, like a snake that has just shaded its skin.

Unlike the older Cobra Commander which we have grown to love, this one offers a totally different coolness to the character.

Here's a look at the New Face of Cobra!

Packaging:

Points of Interest:

Helmet Sculpt:
Love the way its been sculpt, its simply amazing.....as it offers semi-opaque face mask with some faint silver highlights. And the through the eye holes you can clearly see its deform eyes...that looks back you with a true sinister feeling! truly amazing....great work Hasbro!

Cobra Logo:
Unlike the previous version of Cobra Commander that has the oversize Cobra logo on its uniform, this new version offer a very small discreet silver color Cobra Logo on its trench coat.

Pegs:
On both side of its legs a peg hole is made ready to have the its communicator and nanotech injector attached.

Trench coat:
it offers him much class and it truly enhances the appeal of the figure! it has a nice flow and top of with some silver finishing and a nice deep blue color for the inside of the coat that kinda resemble the previous vintage Cobra Commander.

Overview Of The Figure:

Helmet Close Up:

Here's a look with his mask on (image with reference to General Joes, as i cant seem to get mine off):

Weapons & Accessories:
1) 1X Nanotech Injector
2) 1X Oversize Nanotech Injector/launcher
3) 1X Coal Cobra Snake
4) 1X Pistol
5) 1X Communicating hand held device

Posing with his pistol:

Oversize Nanotech Injector/launcher

With his Pet Snake:

Nanotech Injector:

With all his accessories on (excluding the oversize launcher)

My Verdict:

This Figure is on so many level of awesomeness in my books......

As the head sculpt is great (semi-opaque face mask), the paint job overall is really nice and the silver weathering on both its head sculpt & Coat truly adds up to ONE GREAT FIGURE.

I know this not the Cobra Commander which we have grown to love, however we have countless figures of him already, it great to see a refreshing new look to the ever popular Leader of Cobra that would finally kills some Joes (hopefully), as i hate to see Cobra lose all the time!

Give it a Shot! it's a figure worth collecting!

Over All Venom: 10/10

Toyshop: Toy R Us (TRU)

Price: RM 39.90

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COBRA NEWS: upcoming figures!

2009-08-29T21:12:00.000-07:00

Ng has supply me with some great intel on the upcoming Joe Figures, check them out! (image with reference to www.toynewsi.com):

Some Hybrid Figures:

Other Joe Figures:

PARA Viper so going to spam this figure!

FIRE FLY!! Cant wait to get him and its a TRU exclusive!

Thanks again NG for the intel!

The Steel Crusher A.P.V

2009-08-26T22:44:00.000-07:00

As Seen in the Movie, this A.P.V (Armor Plated Vehicle) tears through the streets of Paris.

On a mission to safely transport The Baroness & Storm Shadow to release the Nanomite weapon to destroy the Eiffel Tower!

This is one of the Medium Scale Vehicles Hasbro has to offer for the ROC toy range. Medium as it maybe, this vehicle is pack with accessories & functions! its the only APV or troop transport in the range and its includes a figure, The Nitro - Viper.

Packaging:

Points of Interest:

1) Removable Iron Plow:

2) Front Door Opens:

3) Flip Down Missile Storage Bays:

4) Pop Up Missile Launcher:

My Stickers all wrong....

Over View Of the A.P.V:

The Cobra Logo is suppose to be on the Number Plate, but i decided to do otherwise:

The Mold and detailing of the vehicle is very accurate with the actual Hummer, the GM logo is on the packaging.

Slide the top and pull the windshield armor down:

When the back hatch cover is pulled forward the missile launcher pops up from the back.

There also missile Storage Bays!

Interior looks Great and its nicely detailed:

Nitro Viper:
Of course an expert in driving all Cobra high tech vehicles, Nitro-Viper is an updated "25th style" Motor Viper.

The figures comes with Full arms & legs articulation and does not come with any base stand or weapons.

A Facial Close Up:

My Verdict

The Steel Crusher A.P.V is absolutely stunning! it comes with great accuracy inside out to the actual GM Hummer Truck and is pack with functions!

The figure may be a disappointment, however just think of it as the Driver and don't let affect your decision to purchase this awesome vehicle.

If you have an extra RM 120.00 bucks and think of which vehicle to purchase i highly recommended, as its truly worth the money!

Over All Venom: 9/10

Toyshop: Toy R Us (TRU)

Price: RM 119.90

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Latest Acquisition: Night Raven

2009-08-26T09:45:00.000-07:00

After much consideration...i finally bought it!

Thanks to the reviewer's on Youtube, which added much into finalizing my decision on the purchase...and also Toy R Us cause with last few purchase that cost up to RM 800 plus! i got RM 40 voucher, with every purchase of RM250.

So ending paying about R110 ++.

Storm Shadow (Ninja Mecenary)

2009-08-24T08:14:00.000-07:00

Storm Shadow a well know cool blooded ninja in the Cobra Organization.

He was trained by the Mysterious Arashikage Ninja Clan and is well skilled martial arts.

Before the movie was out, i wasn't too excited about this version of Storm Shadow....however after watching the movie...well it, got me buying G.I.Joe toys again....

an this figure was a must have to complete my collection of the top operatives in the Cobra Organization, well thank god that i manage to fin him at TRU in Tropicana and immediately got him and Snake Eyes PE edition.

Now's here lets check it out:

Packaging:

Weapons & Accessories:
1) 2 X Katana Swords (1 long & 1 short)
2) 1 X Hand - Forged Steel Heirloom
3) 1 X Nanotech Launcher
4) 1 X Pulse Pistol
5) 1 X large Suriken launcher

Working Katana holders (however hollow casings)

Working Pulse Pistol Holster

Hand - Forged Steel Heirloom (doesn't hold very well)

Apparel:
This movie version of Storm Shadow, truly does have style!

All thanks to awesomely detailed apparel, which creates a totally new look for him...

Overview of the Figure:

Close Up on the Head Sculpt:

Over All Verdict

This figure looks fantastic! The over all apparel is really nicely detailed for figure of its size, which makes it dam movie accurate. another plus point would be the great accessories! (except the over size suriken launcher)

As for dislikes, it would be the over coat which restirct movement.(you can't have t all!)

Between this version and the Paris Persuit version, i have to say....

i would pick this anytime. as i cant comprehand having a Strom Shadow figure un-mask. But again this totally depends on the collectors taste.

To Compare, the older Storm Shadow, is a little shorter compared to the ROC version:

Over All Venom: 9/10

Toyshop: Toy R Us (TRU)

Price: RM 39.90

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If you flip the Nanotech Launcher around it looks like a assault riffle.

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Sighthings!

2009-08-21T04:51:00.000-07:00

The Guys at TRU were kind enough to reserve this for me....i have been looking everywhere for it!

Snake Eyes is going to be the only JOE in My Cobra Collection, unless there's another cooler JOE coming......just look at him, what's there not to love...

ICE DAGGER Spotted at TRU Tropicana, head down there and get it!

ROC: ICE VIPER (Artic Assault)

2009-08-20T08:07:00.000-07:00

Cobra Ice Vipers!

Like all his cobra brothers, they are injected with nanomites, which makes them inhumanly strong and incapable of feeling any pain or fear.

With their super human capabilities, Ice Vipers are able to withstand freezing temperatures!!

Yet another nice figure to add to The Cobra Collection, here's the ice cold figure:

Packaging Overview:

The Ice viper shown on the card, clearly shows him wearing goggles, however the figures comes with a visor. (also the figures lacks the Cobra Logo shown on the illustration left arm)

Weapons & Accessories:
1) 1X D57-A extreme environment tactical rifle
2) 1X Standard Issue Pistol
3)1X Base Stand
4) 1X Oversize Missile Launching Snow Board
5) 1X Removable Snow Jacket

Overview of the Figure:

Figure shown with his Snow Jacket & Helmet Visor

Close Up Of Figure Facial Features:

Visor: i think the red line in the middle is meant to show the reflection on the visor.

Over All Verdict

There has always been variants of environment condition troopers in the G.I.Joe toy line, example as seen in the cartoon the "Snow Serpents"which are great, however still very cartoon like looking.

This is however not the case with the Ice Viper, as the figures looks more refined,realistic and ready to melt some ice!

Great as the overall figure maybe, it does come with its on set of problems!

Which is when wearing the environment jacket, the Ice Viper is unable to hold his rifle with both hands...kinda a minor let down and it doesn't stand well on its base stand and keeps falling over.

However the presentation of the packaging looks great! easy to cut the edges to remove the figures without damaging the illustration.

I do highly recommend this figures, as it offers a new look on snow/arctic environment condition Cobra Troopers, which would make a fine addition to your collection.

Over All Venom: 8/10

Toyshop: Toy R Us (TRU)

Price: RM 39.90

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M.A.R.S Industries Trooper Set

2009-08-19T10:58:00.000-07:00

M.A.R.S....(Military Armaments Research Syndicate)

Here's a property of Hasbro, which offers the troopers that Safe Guards M.A.R.S industries interest of Weapons Research and Development.

This are well trained troopers which work for James Mccullen, the owner of M.A.R.S industries, also know as DESTRO.

Let's move on to the pictures:

Packaging:

M.A.R.S Industries Officer
According to box " This officers are trained by James McCullen", which makes them what experts in Weapons development? cause i never knew McCullen was a expert in combat, all i know he is a "brilliant designer of military weapons". They are are better off saying that the officers are personally trained by Storm Shadow....

Anyway back to figure, as that whats important!

Note that i added some custom paint to its shoulder pad & chest to show its seniority as a Officer.

Weapons & Accessories:

1) 1X Removable Helmet

2) 1X Removable Vest & Working Pistol Holster

3) 2 X Sub Machine Gun (MP5)

4) 1 X Standard Issue Pistol

5) 1X Combat Dagger

6) M.A.R.S Base Stand

Facial Close Up:
The helmet is not a align...looks like his been punch.

Comments:
1) Nice Color Scheme. (just added the red to enhance the look as a officer)

2) Share the same body/torso as his Cobra Brothers

3) Like the helmet, too bad its not align with its facial sculpt

4) Absolutely Digg the Sub Machine Gun!

Venom: 7/10

M.A.R.S Industries Trooper

This troopers provide security, which guard the cooperation shabby interest.

Over View Of The Figure:

Form the back, the helmet looks like Darth Vader no? maybe Hasbro re-use the Mold?

Weapons & Accessories:

1) 1X Removable Helmet

2) 1X Removable Vest

3) 1X Assault Riffle (which i think is oversize & ugly)

4) 1X Removable Grenades

5) M.A.R.S Base Stand

Because the Assault Riffle given totally suck....i used the Guns from my Resolute Set, which fits them Perfectly!

Comments:
1) Generally okay looking Trooper, which again helmet does not align to the trooper facial sculpt.

2) Share the same body/torso as their Cobra Brothers

3) With the guns from my Resolute Set, the troopers look much better.

Venom: 6/10

Over All Verdict

I bought this Set cause it was the closes thing in the New ROC line that resembles the Cobra Troopers which i have grown to love!

It was truly sad that the helmets does not align with the facial eyes of the troopers, Hasbro should have just added black visor, as show on the packaging.

Plus the riffle that came with the Trooper are really sucky, cause i it is ridiculously oversize and cant be hold properly with a paint scheme that sucks....

Thank GOD for the resolute weapons! which didn't fit the troopers in the set either.

As for the pricing i really don't know how Hasbro Malaysia, Market their products..cause this set of 3 troopers cost RM 89.90 and the Senior Ranking Officer set are priced at RM 64.90, which to me is a fairer price to pay!

BTW this Troopers really go well with the Crusher, which i will show you soon!

Over All Venom: 7/10

Toyshop: Toy R Us (TRU)

Price: RM 89.90

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SENIOR RANKING OFFICERS - TRU Exclusive (COBRA)

2009-08-17T09:36:00.000-07:00

Cobra or rather Hasbro puts together Specialists in combat,Sabotage & Destruction in this Senior Ranking Officers.

Which they offer the following:

Cobra Viper Commando
- Commando's which carry out highly dangerous and deadly operations.

Weapons & Accessories:

1) 1X Removable Backpack (repainted)

2) 1X Removable Armor Vest (repainted)

3) 2 X MARS Tech PULSE Rifles

4) 1 X Standard issue Pistol

*Same assortment of weapons & accessories as the Neo Viper*

Facial Close Up:

Overview:

Comments:
1) A basic repaint of the Neo Viper.

2) Armor Vast not paint properly, has still some patches of the original vast color.

3) Its a trooper which grows on you overtime, wont take and immediate liking to it, watching the movie helps to better love these new Cobra Foot Soldier.

Venom:6/10

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Elite Vipers:
- Personal Guards to Destro and are strict enforces of his will. they are top-notch mercenaries and are the Elite in their field.

Weapons & Accessories:

1) 1X Removable Backpack

2) 1X Removable Armor Vest & Working Holster

3) 2 X Sub Machine Guns

4) 1 X Standard issue Pistol

5) 1 X Battle Axe

The backpack paint & detailing looks awesome!

Facial Close Up:

Overview of the Figure:

Comments:
1) This is the best Cobra Trooper i have seen for the ROC line, looks great for squad building, 5 a squad?

2) Share the same body/torso as his other Cobra Troopers, which the rest are all new!

3) Nice Color Scheme for the entire figure, i personally feel that this version looks better then the single carded. The Backpack looks simply awesome!

Venom: 8/10

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Destro
The Founder Of M.A.R.S industries, he is brilliant in designing weapons and provides cobra with so of the most advance weaponry, however arrogant & egotistical.

He comes with a new splash of Paint!

Being the Founder Of M.A.R.S industries, he should come with some of the best weapons, which this set does provide:

One thing to note cause the large riffle is detachable, mine came quite lose and fall off quite easily. (imagining if that to happens in real battle...dam would it look bad)

A Facial Close Up:
Full view of the Figure:

Comments:
1) i love his apparel, this suit he comes with does make him look a New World Dictator and that un-flip cover does provide him with a sudden coolness....

2) Improvement on the facial Sculpt as a i notice most of the single carded Destro has a slight lump on the side of its head, a some of the eyes paints are way off.

3) Overall the Best Destro i have seen! Hasbro did an awesome job with this guy!

Venom: 7/10

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Overall Verdict:

Great Set to Pick UP!

Like me i don't have Destro so getting this Pack i get two New figures which is the Elite Viper & Destro!

What's seals the deal with getting this pack is the pricing that TRU offers, its priced at a reasonable price of RM 64.90! That's like paying one & half figure!

Bare in mind that the single carded figure are sold at RM 39.90 each.

Over All Venom: 8/10

Toyshop: Toy R Us (TRU)

Price: RM 64.90

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For Questions Please email me at dennisfwc@gmail.com or leave a comment by clicking on the word “comment” below.

COBRA!!!

COBRA!

2009-08-16T09:13:00.000-07:00

Well after watching The Rise Of Cobra, went a little ape shit.... and started buying all the merchandise....shown above...a whooping RM 800 plus...

i use to watch the cartoon as a kid and had some of the toys, however i was always sway to the dark side and would normally take an immediate liking to the villains! and this case it would be Cobra!

I currently have a Starwars Blog called Starwars I Like (www.starwarsilike.blogspot.com) whereby i review some of the latest upcoming figures in the 3& half inch Segment .

Therefore i would do the same for my Cobra Collection! which will consist of figures from the Rise Of Cobra Line & 25 Anniversary

and all i could think about now a days is COBRA!