I find the latest Star Wars figures revealed to be more exciting.

I'm undecided about the new style figures. And I probably won't know if I like/dislike them until I see them in person. I mean, we aren't seeing them actual size (are we?!).

I can see how people would not like these 25th anniversary figures based on what's been shown. I know, that goes against the black and white attitude that so much of fandom takes, for all the enforced civility at virtually every Joe message board (which had its ups ad downs), Joe fandom is pretty polarized.

I like the fact that this seems to be a somewhat better Scarlett, however, she just seems a bit on the skinny side, Duke seems to be the same way. That being said I don't think they need to be overbuff, which some action figures were for a time.

I think I'll wait and see the actual final product before making too may judgements.
These are, after all, more then likely prototypes.

A lot of folks seem not to be caring much for this one, but I've gotta say... She's pretty much the best representation of Scarlett I've ever seen Hasbro produce. Sure she's kinda thin, but I'd prefer that over the short, pudgy look of v1 and Ninja Force. She's also not all super buff looking like JvC, and she's not green with a completely un-Scarlett-like head, like VvV.

I love the colors, and I absolutely adore the head sculpt. She looks like a cartoon character, which is one of my main criteria for action figure enjoyment. Based on the past three days, I don't think a single figure in this set will disappoint me. Nostalgia is the main factor in prompting me to buy anything, plus the Microman-ish articulation is great, and should've replaced the O-ring long ago.

Actually, these are most likely the production models. ie; the molds were based on them. What happens between original sculpt and the end product can be pretty amazing. Luke reported that Spy Troops Lady Jaye (when he visited Hasbro HQ a few years ago) was amazing, but somehow, the mass production process goofed it all up. Which probably means, a LOT of figures ended up poorly.

I hope these figures are available individually, because there is no way I will waste money on rubbish like that. Wrong, Hasbro. Wrong,wrong, wrong. :mad:

I'm getting all of these figs! Hasbros using SW style bodies!!!!

My concern here (if you could call it that) is customizability! And maybe playabilty.
I've always loved how Joes have never been overly stiff, and can be made to jump and run and flip. I want the screw in the back and everything to come apart without having to boil it! :D

Whatever, I can't deny they look cool.

dude are they gonna be on sale like regular joes?

The next 7 25th Joes revealed.
 

I can't post the pics until they are officially revealed by Hasbro (or TNI or whoever). Just know that the next 7 (to round out the 1st wave of 10) are:

Gung Ho
Roadblock
Snake Eyes

Baroness
Cobra Commander
Destro
Cobra Trooper.

Add those to Duke, Storm Shadow and Scarlet, we have our 1st 10. There are ways to view these if you look or ask hard enough. ;)

anybody got the link to the pics?

I have the pics!!!

But first im gonna ask if you really want me to post them, I dont want to ruin the surprise for anybody

25th Anniversary Joe
 

By all means, please post them. I can't wait to see the rest of them!! I gotta know what to look for when I buy them.

You can see the pics from my album here

Bah! Stupid Hasbro needs to post them on their site earlier in the day so I can look while I'm home for lunch. Instead, I have to wait all afternoon till I'm done with work.

Oh well-- Based on the three we've seen thus far, I'm sure they'll be worth the wait.

I'm pleased to hear that so far, all ten are from the list I came up with of the 25 characters I'd most like to see re-done.

Do not post them HERE. I don't want Hasbro coming after this place for leaked fotos, even if they are hosted by yourself. There are other ways to get them if you know the right way to ask or inquire.

25th Gung Ho Discussion
 

It's been stated that yojoe has Gung Ho up for viewing. That means it's free game for show n tell. Discuss away.

I'm still not sold on the line. But Snake-Eyes and Cobra Commander seem quite nice. Destro and Baroness, a bit disappointing. They tend to overdo or underscore Destro. Here, he's overdone. Mega neck.

Not bad. He's been abflexing.

25th Destro Discussion
 

The Ferengi have NOTHING on my business tactics!!! I have 300 laws for my acquisitions!!!

25th Snake Eyes Discussion
 

At one time, I used sign language to communicate. Now I just keep my mouth shut and do my own thing. Cuz I gotta do it my way. It's my way! It's my way or the highway!

Great looking bunch of figures, I really like the Marvel legends style of torso articulation, more realistic for posing purposes. Different form what we are used to, but they all look great to me. I will definitely be picking up all 25, especially this Gung Ho.

25th Cobra Trooper Discussion
 

Sir, they launched some sort of air attack thingy at us and the guy was busting rhymes on us the whole time!

25th Baroness Discussion
 

Say hello to Anastasia Baroness DeCobray.

Okay, I found 'em, but just as I have to leave to head back for work. Gotta say, I'm super-impressed. The only one that doesn't do a lot for me is Destro. I'll elaborate on all of them in their newly-established individual threads when I get home tonight.

But for now, I will say-- I'm very, very excited, and I definitely think this could very well lead to 3-3/4" Joes returning to prominence in our local toy aisles.

I've opened up new posts for each figure. Maybe reserve this for the whole wave? *shrug*

Everyone make sure you thank Canada GI for helping us ALL out.

25th Anniversary Gung Ho
 

The way the figure should have been made in 1983. A brilliant job by Hasbro on this one!!

25th baroness
 

I'm in love!!

I'll be honest. I thought the v1 design was pretty outdated and I didn't understand why the comic drawers kept on using it. I liked the v2 much better and the VvV W7 SE was awesome despite the soft sculpted edges (the vest hides it all). BUT those boys at Hasbro took that old design and made it look tight! I honestly can't believe it cuz now, I'm not so worried about the v2.

25th Cobra
 

This is an awesome figure!! Thanks Sonneillon for the pics!!

25th Snake Eyes
 

Very cool. Love the Uzi. Love it!!

I think I told TG or Shane but man... This is how the 2002 nu skulpt era should've launched. With this amount of tight sculpting and detailing and I love the hard edges that these figures have. Gung Ho is very cool but I wish his arms were a bit buffer. These are making anything since 2002 look pretty bad. All I can assume is that the sculptors were allowed to take the gloves off and kick booty.

We can assume these are the original painted versions but there is absolutely no reason why Hasbro couldn't use the same sort of paints to do the mass production figures. The Marvel Showdown/Legends use a pretty gritty paint, don't they?

I love this figure. Hands down, this and Destro are the winners. I don't know why Hasbro didn't do THIS for the DTC run. Unless, everything since the relaunch was just practice or set-up for the 25th. Now if we could only figure out how these will be marketed.

25th Destro
 

Not bad!! A little gangly in the legs;but not bad. I give Hasbro 6 out of 7!!

25th Anniversary7
 

Thanks Canada GI for the pics. It is very much appreciated!! You made my week!! As Cobra Commander would say, "AHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHHAHAHAAHAHHAHAH, How SSSWWEET!"

She kind of looks like Thelma from ScoobyDo.

I wouldn't worry about the joint issues. As I stated in a different post, when Hasbro took over the Marvel Legends line they greatly improved on the joints, making them more durable and even added more range of movement. These figs appear to be based on the Mavel Legends Showdown stuff so the joints should be nice, tight and durable.