TOP TEN MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE ACTION FIGURE ACCESSORIES (1982-1988)

The Toy Collectors Guide continues our new monthly feature that highlights various toy lines with a emphasis on a top ten, because honestly, who doesn’t love a good top ten list!

This month, we put the spotlight on the 1980’s Masters of the Universe line with the TOP TEN MASTERS OF THE UNIVERSE ACTION FIGURE ACCESSORIES (1982-1988). Mattel created some pretty memorable and iconic characters for their MOTU action figure line, but they also created some equally memorable and just as iconic accessories to go with those action figures. This list puts the spotlight on those amazing vehicles/creatures/playsets that captured our imaginations back in the day.

Top Ten lists are usually subjective by the author, and that is absolutely the case here as well. These lists are meant to inspire conversation and debate, so please feel free to leave a comment with who would make your list. Without further ado, here is November’s Top Ten list. We hope you enjoy and have some fun with it.

Top Ten Masters of the Universe Action Figure Accessories (1982-1988)

Number 10

Night Stalker

Released in 1985

Just the name of Night Stalker sounded crazy cool. He was essentially the evil version of the good and pure Stridor. This was a great sculpt as well, with a unique design. The turret for the laser gun actually moves around on his back. There wasn’t a ton of articulation to Night Stalker, but it was definitely a fun addition to the line.

Number 9

Land Shark

Released in 1985

The Land Shark was a nifty looking vehicle with a shark’s mouth at the front and the figure sitting in the back. When you pushed the vehicle around, the jaws of the shark would chomp open and closed. The Land Shark also included twin cannons and an engine cover. There wasn’t a whole lot else to the Land Shark, but man this was awesome looking and a super fun vehicle.

Number 8

Panthor

Released in 1983

Since He-Man had Battle Cat, Skeletor needed a super cool “steed” as well, so Mattel gave us Panthor. This was a great looking large cat with a nice sculpt and bright purple color scheme, but what made it even cooler was the imitation flocked hair it was covered with. This gave Panthor a unique feature that Battle Cat didn’t have. Also included was a saddle for figures to sit in. The one down side to Panthor is that he had no moveable parts, but that could certainly be forgiven.

Number 7

Snake Mountain

Released in 1984

Skeletor and his crew finally get a place to hang-out with the introduction of Snake Mountain. This playset had a unique looking demon face on the side of a large purple mountain. It’s actually much cooler that it sounds. My favorite thing about Snake Mountain was the snake head microphone, which allowed your voice to be disguised as “frightening and evil” when you talked into it. This was a worthy bad guy playset to the good guy’s Castle Grayskull.

Number 6

Roton

Released in 1984

Roton was a pretty interesting looking vehicle, especially with its two big red eyes on the front of it. It was the first vehicle made for Skeletor’s Evil Warriors, and it was about time! The Roton vehicle had a red saw blade all around it, which spins when the vehicle is pushed forward or backwards. I just love the insane design on this thing and the sinister looking color scheme.

Number 5

Fright Fighter

Released in 1986

The Fright Fighter was a compact vehicle that fit one figure inside. A trigger would activate the flapping wings, and the front pinchers could grab other figures. It also included a radar scanner and laser guns for battle. This was a very cool looking vehicle with a unique dragonfly-like concept, and who doesn’t love watching dragonfly’s!

Number 4

Spydor

Released in 1985

Spydor was exactly what it sounded like, a giant scary looking mechanical spider that shot laser cannons at you. When you turned it on, Spydor would actually walk around the floor with a figure sitting atop of it. This thing moved pretty well and was just menacing looking, and how about that box art!!!

Number 3

Slime Pit

Released in 1986

The Slime Pit was essentially a MOTU version of Nickelodeon’s Slime Time. The premise was fairly simple. A character gets trapped in the pit by a large dragon/dino claw and green slime was poured onto them from the dragon/dino head above. The slime would allow the character to be mind controlled to do Hordak’s evil bidding. This was a lot of fun back in the day and worked really well. Sure, it was pretty rough on the figures, but that’s what they were for, right!

Number 2

Battle Cat

Released in 1982

Prince Adam’s cowardly tiger, Cringer, could change into the mighty Battle Cat whenever trouble was looming. Battle Cat was He-Man’s trusted ally and friend against Eternia’s evil forces. This was a nicely sculpted figure and remains incredibly popular with collectors. This was a must have accessory back in the day to have a proper MOTU adventure.

Number 1

Castle Grayskull

Released in 1982

And now for the big NUMBER ONE Masters of the Universe Accessory from their 1982-1988 run….Castle Grayskull!!! Did you expect anything else? Aside from He-Man and Skeletor themselves, Castle Grayskull is arguably the most iconic item to come out of the Masters of the Universe line. The image of the legendary castle can be instantly recognized by anyone who grew up in that era and if action figure playsets had a Mount Rushmore, Castle Grayskull would certainly be on it. With its trap door, opening & closing drawbridge, throne, laser cannon and weapons armory, there was a lot to do in this playset, not to mention a most impressive front exterior shot of the skull with fangs. This was just freakin cool!!!!

HONORABLE MENTION

Eternia (1986): I know what you’re thinking…..how could this playset not make my top ten list!!! The reason is this was a late release for the MOTU line and wasn’t widely distributed at the time, so not many kids actually had it back in the day. Also, due to its high price and size, it was a tough sell back in 1986. Yes, I know it’s super cool. Yes, I know it’s freaking huge. Yes, I would do a lot of evil stuff to have one, but the fact is……I never knew anyone who actually owned one of these until later in life, so it doesn’t make my Top Ten list. That being said, I love the Eternia Playset and it remains on my ” Holy Grail” list!! This thing was big and was the largest and most expensive MOTU playset ever created. If you are lucky enough to own one of these, you have truly done something right in your life.

Here are a few more super fun MOTU accessories that just missed the cut:

Wind Raider (1982): Among the first wave of vehicles released in the MOTU line, the Wind Raider, had a working grappling hook and winch. This was a great design and lots of fun to play with as a kid!
Zoar: Fighting Falcon (1983): Zoar was one of He-Man’s allies that would assist him in battle. Zoar came with a red bomb pack, perch, a colorful paint scheme and wings that could flap up and down.
Point Dread and Talon Fighter (1983): The Point Dread and Talon Fighter was a bit of a vehicle and playset combo, but what makes it so cool was the actual Talon Fighter. It had a unique design and looked awesome perched atop the Castle Grayskull playset.
Road Ripper (1984): The Road Ripper was a self-propelled vehicle that took off when you pulled the ripcord through it. One thing that I discovered as a kid is the Road Ripper doesn’t work so well on carpet…..Just saying.

TOP TEN WORST GI JOE CODENAMES (1982-1994)

The Toy Collectors Guide continues our new monthly feature that highlights various toy lines with a emphasis on a top ten, because honestly, who doesn’t love a good top ten list!

This month, we put the spotlight on the 1980’s GI Joe line with the TOP TEN WORST GI JOE CODENAMES (1982-1994). Hasbro created some pretty memorable and iconic codenames for their rebooted Joe’s (Snake Eyes, Storm Shadow, Duke, Scarlett, Roadblock), but they also created some……not so awesome codenames. This list puts the spotlight on those less than specular names that left fans and collectors kind of scratching their heads. It’s worth noting that part of the GI Joe charm was their diverse and quirky code names, but these guys are just unforgivable.

Top Ten lists are usually subjective by the author, and that is absolutely the case here as well. These lists are meant to inspire conversation and debate, so please feel free to leave a comment with who would make your list. Without further ado, here is October’s Top Ten list. We hope you enjoy and have some fun with it.

Top Ten Worst GI Joe Codenames (1982-1994)

Number 10

Skidmark

Skidmark
Released in 1988 exclusively with the Desert Fox Jeep

This poor guy was named after underwear stains and there’s just no coming back from that. I know that “Skidmark” may initially sound like a cool name for a Jeep driver, but I just wonder if the Hasbro creative team even thought about the ramifications of a Joe named Skidmark.

Number 9

Dee-Jay

Dee-Jay
Released in 1989 as part of the “Battle Force 2000” line

Dee-Jay debuted in 1989 as part of the “Battle Force 2000” line. At first glance, the word that comes to mind is……What? His outfit was a complete mess of different colors with no real theme. He’s a radio/telephone operator from Rhode Island, who was the “hottest DJ in Boston” before enlisting with the Joe’s. If that doesn’t get you excited for this guy, I don’t know what will.

Number 8

Effects

Effects
Released in 1994 as part of the Star Brigade Sub-Set

This was just pure laziness on the part of Hasbro. I mean, they named this guy “Effects”. I get that he specializes in ordinance with a talent for using “masterful special effects” to confuse the enemy (I’m sure that isn’t even that hard with Cobra), but how about just FX? Or Holo Blitz? Effects just sounds lazy, not to mention lame.

Number 7

Sea Slug

Sea Slug
Released in 1987 exclusively with the Cobra Sea Ray

Ok, so follow me here…..Cobra EEL’s or Frogmen are the elite Navy fighters for Cobra, kind of like our Navy Seal Teams. The best of these guys are selected to go on to an elite submersible unit that includes piloting the super cool looking Cobra Sea Ray. The name of this elite Cobra fighting team consisting of the best the Cobra Navy has to offer is……. SEA SLUG……… Nuff’ Said.

Number 6

Crystal Ball

Crystal Ball
Released in 1987

Crystal Ball hit the store shelves in 1987 and I distinctly remember still seeing this guy still in stores in the early 90’s. He was a Cobra Hypnotist with a Romanian father and American mother from Maine. Why Maine you ask? Because he was actually created by Stephen King, who apparently was a big GI Joe fan back in the day. This guy just looks ridiculous.

Number 5

Robo-JOE

Robo-JOE
Released in 1993 as part of the Star Brigade Sub-Set

Robo-J.O.E. was released in 1993 with the Star Brigade series. According to his file card, his personal quote is “I am stronger. I am faster. I am Robo-J.O.E.”…..Chills, right? The Joe team went all six Million Dollar Man on this guy when he was killed by Destro in his secret space lab. I understand what Hasbro was doing here, but the name is awful. I could think of a dozen better Cyborg names than Robo-JOE.

Number 4

Snow Job

Snow Job
Released in 1983

Snow Job was released in 1983, when the codenames were still pretty cool sounding, so I just don’t really know what happened with this guy. I can completely imagine a bunch of Hasbro creative team guys sitting at a table just snickering about this one. I mean, come on Hasbro…..Seriously. This is way too close to the popular and widely used nickname of a certain sexual act. Whenever I see snow Job, I always think back to that Robot Chicken skit with Fumbles the Joe sniper.

Number 3

Scoop

Scoop
Released in 1989

Scoop…..this guy is named Scoop. Do you want to know what he does for the Joe team? He’s a Journalist who comes with a microphone, satellite relay station backpack, and a hi-tech camera. It’s common knowledge that none of those things I listed above make for good weapons on a battlefield. Again, I get what Hasbro was doing here, but Scoop?

Number 2

Capt. Grid-Iron

Capt. Grid-Iron
Released in 1990

This one kind of hurts me, because I’m a huge Football fan, but if you’re going to to make a Football themed GI Joe character, does his name have to be Captain Grid-Iron? I mean, we already had the Fridge action figure, so why another one? Besides, this guy is mentally damaged if he’s still holding on to his glory years as quarterback of the West Point football team. Now he tosses football grenades, but what does he do when he runs out of them? It just doesn’t sound very practical.

Number 1

Ice Cream Soldier

Ice Cream Soldier
Released in 1994

And now for the big NUMBER ONE worst GI Joe Codename from their 1982-1994 run….ICE CREAM SOLDIER!!! It’s very appropriate this figure was released during the final wave of GI Joe figures from this era, because it definitely signaled the end of the line. I mean, come on…Ice Cream Soldier! How ridiculous! He’s wearing bright ketchup and mustard colors, and he’s named Ice Cream Soldier. It just doesn’t make any sense. His file card quote is “Eating ice cream without hot fudge is like fighting without ammunition!”. Wow……just wow!

HONORABLE MENTION

There are literally dozens more I could have put on this list, here are a few that just missed the cut:

Ferret (1988): Packaged with the Iron Grenadiers DEMON. I don’t know about you guys, but a Ferret just doesn’t scare me. In fact, Ferret’s are nice cuddlers, so this guy would be popular on cold nights.
Mercer (1987): Released with Sgt. Slaughter’s Renegades three-pack with Red Dog & Taurus. He’s a Mercenary……and his name is Mercer. I don’t even think Hasbro was trying the day this guy was named.
Night Creeper (1990): Initially released in 1990. He just sounds……..creepy, not to mention very illegal. I can just picture this guy hovering around windows at night, just trying to get a quick peek.
Bazooka (1985): Initially released in 1985. It’s a bit on the nose for a character that uses a Bazooka to actually be called….Bazooka. I’m just saying.
Headman: Drug Kingpin (1992): He was leader of the Headhunters in the DEF series. if you don’t remember the DEF series, don’t worry, nobody does. Who doesn’t want a drug lord action figure!

TOP TEN STAR WARS EXPANDED UNIVERSE FIGURES

The Toy Collectors Guide continues our new monthly feature that highlights various toy lines with a emphasis on a top ten, because honestly, who doesn’t love a good top ten list!

This month, we put the spotlight on the old Star Wars Expanded Universe (now called “Legends”) with the TOP TEN STAR WARS EXPANDED UNIVERSE FIGURES. This list celebrates the iconic characters from the now defunct world of the EU, that have been made into action figures by Hasbro. This includes only characters who appeared in the novels, comics, video games and other media outside the main movies and TV shows.

Top Ten lists are usually subjective by the author, and that is absolutely the case here as well. These lists are meant to inspire conversation and debate, so please feel free to leave a comment with who would make your list. Without further ado, here is September’s Top Ten list. We hope you enjoy and have some fun with it.

Top Ten Star Wars Expanded Universe Figures

Number 1

Mara Jade (Skywalker)

Mara Jade (Skywalker)
(Expanded Universe Series – Released 1996)
(Black Series 3.75″ – Released 2013)
(Comic Pack Series – Released 2007)

Mara Jade is a significant character in the Star Wars Expanded Universe, and is a complex character with a compelling story that spans several novels and media. Mara Jade was the Emperor’s Hand, until his death in “Return of the Jedi.” Mara Jade’s life takes a dramatic turn when she meets Luke Skywalker in The Heir To The Empire novel (Released in 1991). Mara Jade’s character appears in numerous novels, comics, and other media set in the Expanded Universe.

Number 2

Darth Revan

Darth Revan
(Thirtieth Anniversary Collection Series – Released 2007)
(Black Series 6″ – Released 2017)
(Black Series 6″ – Jedi Knight Released 2020)

Darth Revan is a memorable character in the Star Wars Expanded Universe, specifically in the “Knights of the Old Republic” video game series. He is a complex figure known for his pivotal role in the events of the Old Republic era. Darth Revan first appeared in the video game “Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic” (2003), but his story continued in the sequel, “Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II – The Sith Lords,” as well as in novels, comics, and other Expanded Universe media.

Number 3

Kyle Katarn

Kyle Katarn
(Expanded Universe Series – Released 1996)
(Comic Pack Series – Released 2009)

Kyle Katarn is a former Imperial stormtrooper, mercenary, Rebel agent, and ultimately a Jedi Knight. He is known for his strong sense of justice, his piloting and combat skills, and his journey from a non-Force-sensitive individual to a skilled Jedi. Kyle Katarn’s character appears in several “Jedi Knight” video games, including “Star Wars Jedi Knight: Mysteries of the Sith” and “Star Wars Jedi Knight II: Jedi Outcast.”

Number 4

Jaina Solo

Jaina Solo
(The Legacy Collection – Released 2010)
(Black Series 6″ – Released 2017)

Jaina Solo is the daughter of Han Solo and Leia Organa Solo, making her part of the iconic Solo family. She has a twin brother named Jacen Solo (who later becomes Darth Caedus) and a younger brother named Anakin Solo. Jaina undergoes significant development as she becomes a prominent Jedi Knight and central figure in the events of the Expanded Universe.

Number 5

Kir Kanos

Kir Kanos
(Comic Pack Series – Released 2007)
(Black Series 6″ – Released 2021)

Kir Kanos was a member of the elite Imperial Royal Guard, the crimson-clad soldiers who served as personal bodyguards to Emperor Palpatine. He holds a deep loyalty to the Empire and its ideals, and becomes determined to avenge the Emperor’s death. Kir Kanos’s story is primarily told in the “Crimson Empire” comic series.

Number 6

Darth Talon

Darth Talon
(The Legacy Collection Comic Pack – Released 2008)

Darth Talon is a Sith and a primary antagonist from the “Star Wars: Legacy” comic book series, which is set far after the events of the Original Star Wars Trilogy. Darth Talon is a Twi’lek Sith, who serves under Darth Krayt in the “Star Wars: Legacy” series. Darth Talon is assigned to hunt down and eliminate Cade Skywalker, a descendant of Luke Skywalker, who has turned his back on the Jedi way.

Number 7

Bastila Shan

Bastila Shan
(The Vintage Collection – Released 2011)
(Black Series 3.75″ – Released 2014)

Bastila Shan is a character from the Star Wars universe, specifically from the “Knights of the Old Republic” series of video games. Bastila Shan is a Jedi Knight known for her exceptional skills in battle and her strong command of the Force. She is one of the key characters in the story, and her fate is closely tied to the player character’s journey.

Number 8

Exar Kun

Exar Kun
(The Legacy Collection Comic Pack – Released 2009)

Exar Kun is a fallen Jedi who becomes a powerful and malevolent Sith Lord. He is prominently featured in various comics, novels, and other Expanded Universe media, most notably in the “Tales of the Jedi” comic series. Exar Kun’s story made him a notable figure in the Star Wars Expanded Universe.

Number 9

K’Kruhk

K’Kruhk
(The Legacy Collection – Released 2010)

K’Kruhk was first introduced in the comic series “Star Wars: Republic,” where he played a prominent role during the Clone Wars. He survived Order 66, which led to the downfall of the Jedi Order and the near-extinction of the Jedi. K’Kruhk’s journey after the Clone Wars is chronicled in various Legends stories, such as the “Star Wars: Legacy” comic series.

Number 10

Dash Rendar

Dash Rendar
(Shadows of the Empire – Released 1996)

Dash Rendar is the protagonist of the “Shadows of the Empire” multimedia project (Steve Perry’s novel and video game), bridging the gap between “Empire Strikes Back” and “Return of the Jedi.” He plays a significant role in helping the Rebel Alliance when Han Solo is frozen in carbonite and taken to Jabba the Hutt. Dash is known for his piloting skills with the modified Corellian YT-2400 light freighter, the Outrider.

HONORABLE MENTION

The Thirtieth Anniversary Collection’s series of The Force Unleashed Video Game figures:
Juno Eclipse, Rahm Kota, Maris Brood, Shadow Guard, Imperial Jumptrooper, Imperial EVO Trooper
and Battle Damaged Darth Vader. I loved these figures, but just ran out of room. Maybe next time!

Ten Most Valuable Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Figures by Playmates

The Toy Collectors Guide brings you a new monthly feature that highlights various toy lines each month with a emphasis on a top ten, because honestly, who doesn’t love a good top ten list!

For our inaugural list, we put the spotlight on the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles with the TOP TEN MOST VALUABLE TEENAGE MUTANT NINJA TURTLE FIGURES produced by Playmates Toys from their original line of 1988 – 1997. Top Ten lists are usually subjective by the author, but in this case, we use the most current sales data on the secondary market to compile our values. So this list is truly based on our top ten most valuable TMNT figures on the Toy Collectors Guide at this moment. Remember, we use each item’s actual selling price and not listing prices, because an item is worth what it actually sells for and not neccesarily what it’s listed at.

So, without further ado, here is this month’s Top Ten list for June. We hope you enjoy the list and have some fun with it.

Top Ten Most Valuable Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle Figures

Number 1

SCRATCH

Scratch (Released 1993)
Market Value:
Carded: $4,000 – $6,000
Loose: $1,200 – $2,000
Scratch is without a doubt, the most valuable TMNT figure made by Playmates. This was mostly due to a limited production at the time because of the character’s minor role. Scratch, along with his sidekick Jail Bird, come dressed in a prison outfit, so you know these are definitely not the good guys.

Number 2

UNDERCOVER TURTLES

Undercover Don

Undercover Leo

Undercover Mike

Undercover Raphael

Undercover Turtles (Released 1994)
Market Value:
Carded: $2,000 – $3,000 (each)
Loose: $600 – $900 (each)
In 1990, Playmates released a “Don, the undercover turtle” figure with a plastic molded coat. Now all four turtles are going undercover for the Undercover Turtle series from 1994. These guys are super rare, and not a lot of them were produced back in the day. They all came with cloth coats and accessories unique to each character.

Number 3

SHOGUN SHOATE

Shogun Shoate (Released 1994)
Market Value:
Carded: $1,200 – $1,700
Loose: $350 – $450
Shogun Shoate is the “Metallic Mad Shogun Mauler” and loves to battle the turtles any chance he gets. He comes with Metallized Battle Armor, Dragon-headed Double Axe, Snake Slicer, & Lizard Blade.

Number 4

HOT SPOT

Hot Spot (Released 1993)
Market Value:
Carded: $1,100 – $1,600
Loose: $350 – $450
This one-time man’s best friend has now turned into a a fire fighting Dalmatian who also loves to battle bad guys, thanks to being exposed to ooze. He comes with Squirtin’ Fire Hydrant w/ Hose, Fire Axe, & Gas Mask.

Number 5

TYRANNO SHREDDER

Tyranno Shredder (Released 1997)
Market Value:
Carded: $1,000 – $1,400
Loose: $400 – $600
Shredder goes prehistoric with this new Dino Figure version. Watch Tyranno Shredder’s Carnofist Action when you activate the lever on his back. He comes with his Mesozoic Mace, Tyranno Axe, & Spine Spear.

Number 6

GIANT TURTLE TROLLS

Turtle Troll Don

Turtle Troll Leo

Turtle Troll Mike

Turtle Troll Raph

Giant Turtle Trolls (Released 1994)
Market Value:
Carded: $1,000 – $1,400
Loose: $400 – $500
Since the Troll Turtles series was so popular the year before, Playmates released them in GIANT form for the 1994 wave. This series is extremely hard to find on the secondary market. Each figure comes with their unique weapon of choice.

Number 7

WARRIOR CHROME DOME

Warrior Chrome Dome (Released 1995)
Market Value:
Carded: $1,000 – $1,300
Loose: $325 – $425
Chrome Dome gets his very own Warriors action figure with this new metallic version. He comes with Silicon Servo Sai, Gigabyte Goupilon, Ninja Sword, Shogun Sash, & Metallized Collector’s Coin.

Number 8

SHOGUN TRICERATON

Shogun Triceraton (Released 1994)
Market Value:
Carded: $900 – $1,200
Loose: $250 – $350
Shogun Triceraton is the “Dentable Destroyin’ Dino Dynamo”. He comes with a Mesozoic Mace, Katana-Cuttin’ Shogun Swords, Knobby-Knuckled Notched Knife & Metallized Battle Armor.

Number 9

SUMO TURTLES

Sumo Turtle Michaelangelo

Sumo Turtle Raphael

Sumo Turtle Raphael (Released 1995)
Market Value:
Carded: $700 – $850
Loose: $225 – $325
The Turtles go wrestling mode by using the ancient art of Sumo from Japan. Watch their hair spin when you push the button on their backs. Each figure comes with Wooden Sumo Sandals, Metallized Kowabunga Collector Coin and each character’s weapon of choice.

Number 10 (Tie)

INVISIBLE MAN MICHAELANGELO & GIANT SLAM DUNKIN’ DON

Invisible Man Michaelangelo (Released 1994)
Market Value:
Carded: $500 – $650
Loose: $175 – $250
Michelangelo poses as the legendary Invisible Man from the classic Universal Monsters series. He comes with Test Tube Nunchakus, Chemistry Kit, Bandage & Mask w/ Goggles.

Giant Slam Dunkin’ Don (Released 1992)
Market Value:
Boxed: $500 – $650
Loose: $175 – $250
The regular version of Slam Dunkin’ Don was a big hit, so why not make him GIANT size! I’m guessing that a certain legendary pro basketball player who also wore the number 23 might have a little something to do with this figure’s popularity.

Hasbro held their now annual two-day Pulse-Con on September 30 and October 1 of this year, and it was packed full of new product announcements. For those not familiar with Pulse-Con, it is a two day virtual event that was started by Hasbro to build excitement for all of their upcoming releases. The event covers most Hasbro brands, and here is a summary of those announcements broken down by each brand.

Day One:

Transformers

The Transformers were first up as the Hasbro creative team revealed several new Transformers Legacy Evolution figures, such as SoundBlaster with Buzzsaw, Sludge, Deluxe Breakdown, Core Class Slug, Breakdown, Needlenose, Voyager Class Leo Prime, Tarn, and Scraphook. Also added were Target Masters Sunbeam and Zigzag. The Transformers crew also announced the Pulse Con exclusive Generations Shattered Glass Collection Soundwave, which is from the IDW comic version.

ALL TRANSFORMERS PHOTOS ARE COURTESY OF HASBRO

Power Rangers

Next up were The Power Rangers team and their new release presentation. Announced were a brand new wave of Power Rangers Lightning Collection figures that included: Beast Morpher Yellow Ranger, Dino Fury Green Ranger, Dino Charge Blue Ranger, and Wild Force Putrid. Also revealed were Morphed Cammy Stinging Crane Ranger and Morphed Ken Soaring Falcon Ranger from the Power Rangers X Street Fighter Lightning Collection. Additionally, the In Space Astro Megazord was announced as the next Power Rangers Lightning Collection Zord Ascension Project.

ALL POWER RANGERS PHOTOS ARE COURTESY OF HASBRO

Marvel

Not to be outdone, the Marvel team announced bunches of new additions for the Retro Marvel Legends Series, including Wolverine, Iron Man, Longshot, Avalanche, Multiple Man, Spiral, and Dark Phoenix. An incredible looking Legends Multipack with Daredevil, Elektra and Bullseye was also revealed. In addition, the latest Marvel Legends X-Men 90’s animated series was unveiled as Cyclops in the vintage VHS themed package

ALL MARVEL PHOTOS ARE COURTESY OF HASBRO

Day Two:

GI Joe

Day two kicked off with big GI Joe reveals, including five new Classified Series figures, including Cover Girl, Crimson B.A.T, Outback, Falcon and Mad Marauders Barbecue. Also announced was the new Classified Series Serpentor and Air Chariot that was announced at this year’s SDCC is now available for pre-order exclusively as part of Pulse Con 2022.

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Indiana Jones

The Hasbro Indiana Jones team showed off their initial wave of products which marks the first return to the iconic franchise since 2008’s Kingdom of the Crystal Skull. The premium 6 inch Adventure Series was announced, which will kick off with Major Arnold Toht and Indiana Jones himself. Later Adventure Series releases will include Marion Ravenwood, Sallah, and Ceremonial Rene Belloq. The Indiana Jones Retro Collection will begin with a vintage packaging tribute of Indiana jones, with more figures to come. Finally, an Indiana Jones Adventure Staff of Ra Headpiece was also announced, which will feature the iconic Indy prop on a 1:1 scale with a beautifully sculpted base to display it on.

ALL INDIANA JONES PHOTOS ARE COURTESY OF HASBRO

Star Wars

To end the day, Hasbro revealed a bunch of upcoming Star Wars releases on the second day of the event. From the Vintage Collection line, the team announced Cassian Andor and Vel Sartha from the Disney Plus Andor series, along with Hunter from the Bad Batch and a Modal Nodes Multi Pack, which will be a Hasbro Pulse/Shop Disney Exclusive. Next up were the newest 6 Inch Black Series figures, that included Bix Caleen, Luthen Rael, Mon Mothma, and Cassian Andor from the Andor series, as well as Axe Woves from the Mandalorian. Also announced was the first wave of the Return of the Jedi 40th Anniversary Collection, which features Princess Leia (Endor), Han Solo (Endor), Lando Calrissian (Skiff Guard), Biker Scout, and Wicket the Ewok. As with previous anniversary waves, this collection will feature a mixture of new and repacked figures on the iconic Kenner card backs.

ALL STAR WARS PHOTOS ARE COURTESY OF HASBRO

ALL STAR WARS PHOTOS ARE COURTESY OF HASBRO

All announced items are currently available for pre-order on their respective sties, and will be released at various times during 2023.

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Are you ready to make your wildest dreams come true…………………..well, at least the one involving you being made into an action figure. Beginning this Fall, that’s exactly what Hasbro is doing. Every child growing up with toys and action figures has dreamed about an action figure of themselves, and it’s finally becoming a reality.

In collaboration with 3D printing company, Formlabs, Hasbro is offering fans the opportunity to put your face onto the body of one of their favorite Movie or TV characters from Star Wars, Ghostbusters, GI Joe, or Power Rangers. Those are the only ones released at this point, but Hasbro owns a lot of licenses, so we’ll see who gets added to the party later on.

You will have to download the Hasbro Pulse App to participate in the Selfie Series

Hasbro’s Official Announcement

“Want to immortalize yourself as your very own action figure?”

“This one-of-a-kind experience will be launching in Fall 2022 exclusively on the Hasbro Pulse mobile app (for fans aged 16 and older, in the US only).”

Many details have yet to be announced, but the process is seemingly painless. First, you will have to download the Hasbro Pulse app to get started. Then, you will scan your face, choose your desired look, and then stand by the mailbox and wait.

Once again, exact pricing details have yet to be announced, but Hasbro has floated out the number of $60 for the entire process. That seems like an amazing deal for something this cool, but we will definitely have to see how the pricing plays out closer to launch. If the price point holds true, that’s a bargain, because I would pay WAY more than that to make myself an action figure.

The Selfie Series will all be made available this Fall, so stay tuned for more information.

Click this link to check-out Hasbro’s Selfie Series Page