Now that you mention it, Self-Modifier, I agree, we do need both versions, because they are the definitive 2 versions of each character. Although I dig Storm Shadow's devil's due look the best of all, the original white outfit is classic, and the Joe gear was really nice too. Although, they could have re-used Duke's arms to have the rolled up sleeve look the V.2 Storm Shadow had.

And I also agree with Sonne, the Commando Snake Eyes has definitely blown all other versions away, although the Ninja SE looks incredible as well.

As for the CC, I remember his original helmeted version was the light blue color, and the mail in hooded version was dark blue. One being a battle uniform and the other more of a dress uniform, although both were the same with a different head. So I see the need for those. I just wish they weren't putting so many variants in the first 25 figures.

As for what I really dig about all of them, it appears that all of the web gear and harnesses and bandoleers and such are completely removable, we seem to be getting functional holsters to holster sidearms, while the articulation is not what we are all used to, it is a step up and allows for more posing ability.

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