Zarana Custom GI Joe 25th Anniversary Figure

Lance858a has one of the best custom GI Joe figures I have seen in a long time with his Custom GI Joe 25th Anniversary Zarana figure.  Paying homage to the classic style of the figure that came out in 1986, Lance858a has paid attention to the smallest of details.  Lets hear more about those details from the source:

“Notice the careful attention to detail such as the working knife holster, the sculpted torn jeans, the knee pads, the custom pointy boots, the gloves, the torn shirt, all of which match the vintage 1980’s character and figure 100%. She is a must have for any loving GI Joe collector.”

One of the things that stands out about this custom are those minute details that complete this figure.  For example, the knee pads are sculpted in a way that resembles the classic figure and I like the addition of the removable dagger.  To see more photos of Lance858a’s Custom GI Joe 25th Anniversary Zarana figure, head over to eBay!

Scarlett Custom GI Joe 25th Anniversary World War 2 Figure

Besides finding killer customs to write about and feature everyday, another hobby of mine is learning all that I can about the brave soldiers who fought in World War 2.  Lance858a has combined both of my hobbies into one great figure with his Custom GI Joe 25th Anniversary Scarlett figure in World War 2 style garb.  From the hat, the colors, and the chevrons on the arm, a lot of thought was put into this figure to make it more of a period piece.  The hat is removable, which adds to the look and poseability of the figure.  If you want to check out more photos of Lance858a’s Custom GI Joe 25th Anniversary Scarlett figure, head over to eBay.  There you will find links to his profile on Hisstank and a great story about his love for GI Joe’s.

Custom Blue Skin Zartan

GI Joe fans will remember from the 1980’s cartoon that when sunlight hit Zartan, he would turn as blue as a Smurf and Dutnam has captured this aspect of his chameleon character with his Custom 25th Anniversary Zartan figure, which you can find on eBay right now!

Saadtoys picks up where the 25th Anniversary line leaves off with his Custom GI Joe Cover Girl figure.  This figure brings back so many memories as I had her plow through Cobra’s army with a barrage of missiles.  This figure would make an excellent addition to your GI Joe 25th Anniversary figure collection!

Straight from the sewers and hazardous waste plant comes Ratfink’s Custom GI Joe 25th Anniversary Bio Viper figure.  This is an excellent use of the Cobra Air Trooper mould, which I was not a fan of Ratfink’s figure is one that I would purchase if I saw it on the shelf.  The helmet makes it look like he could go to the depths of the earth to root out GI Joe in the worst of conditions.  The stand is also custom made, which makes a great display piece.  To beef up your Cobra Army, head over to eBay and bid on Ratfink’s Custom GI Joe 25th Anniversary Bio Viper figure.

How would you like to meet this ominous figure in a dark alley?  Jin Saotome has developed the perfect killing machine in his Custom Cobra Banshee GI Joe 25th Anniversary figure.  This thing looks vicious!  To me, this looks like a cross between General Grievous (notice the legs) and a Battle Android alien machine.  Let’s get more background on this unique figure from Jin himself: 

“The Joes are really in for a fight now. Enter the Cobra Banshee, the deadliest thing to come out of M.A.R.S. industries yet. This mechanical terror is full of glossy armor detail, metallic shading effects, and more sensor-eyes than Snake Eyes can shake a katana at. Swap out the Banshee’s clawed hands with the laser blades and it’s ready to slice it’s way through anything, or anyone that gets in its path. The Banshee is also super articulated with balls joints that give it an incredible range of movement. The back spines can be put in closed or open positions and you have to check out the multi-sensored head!”

To check out more photos of this great figure, head over to eBay and bid on Jin’s Custom Cobra Banshee GI Joe 25th Anniversary figure.

Amishonline adds another Dreadnok to the Cobra arsenal with his Custom Dreadnok Gnawgahyde GI Joe 25th Anniversary figure.  This figure brings out the classic 80’s version in an updated look and feel that will fit right in with your other 25th Joes!  Aside from the excellent figure, I like the fact that Amishonline has set some really high standards for himself, which are outline below:

1. It must be durable for play or display.  Each figure I make is as tough as or tougher than any related figure you can buy in the store!

2. Originality, each figure I make is a one of a kind piece, I may make similar items, but recipe, accessories, and style are each vastly different to each figure.  It is not a practice to sell a figure for a large amount and make another identical item and sell it, to me that is an insult to the first buyer.

3. Competitive pricing is a must!  I start all my customs at a low price of $0.99 to ensure that you, the buyer, will set the price.  If it is not worth anything to you then it is not worth anything to me!!!

4. Kitbashing is frowned upon.  I do not feel popping of a couple parts or weapons make a quality custom. Each figure I make is a complete breakdown of parts and accessories.  If it does not fit to the feel of what I am looking for I will not use it. You will never catch me using inferior parts or misrepresenting a figure!

Head over to eBay and check out his Custom Dreadnok Gnawgahyde GI Joe 25th Anniversary figure!

Fitting in with the GI Joe 25th Anniversary line is Jin Saotome’s Custom Iron Grenadier TARGAT figure.  TARGAT was one of those cool figures that was introduced way back in 1989 and Jin has done a great job getting the colors exactly right on this one.  This version has an updated look and will go great standing next to your other GI Joe 25th figures.  To check out more photos, head over to eBay and view Jin’s Custom Iron Grenadier TARGAT figure.

The Dreadnoks were a staple in my GI Joe universe as a kid and I remember filling the Thunder Machine to the brim with Zartan’s crew.  StratoViper has captured the true essence of one the clan with his Custom GI Joe 25th Anniversary Monkeywrench figure.  This figure looks exactly like the one from the 80’s but with better articulation and a more streamlined look.  I like the bandannas around the legs and he even captured the patches on the jeans.  Fan of the Dreadnoks or not, this figure would make an awesome addition to your GI Joe collection so head over to eBay and place a bid on StratoViper’s Custom GI Joe 25th Anniversary Monkeywrench figure.

I am so happy with the 25th GI Joe Anniversary line and it is Customizers like Jin Saotome keep the line going with one of a kind pieces and figures like his Custom Scarlett with Iron Strike Mech.  I like the Mechs that Hasbro produced a few years ago but they still could not get it quite right but Jin figured out that if he made his own, he could make something grand that would be a great addition to anyone’s Cobra Army.  Let’s hear more about this great Mech:   

“*Stomp Stomp Stomp Stomp* What’s that sound? It’s the sound of Cobra about to lose a battle! Enter the Iron Strike Mech, the Joe’s newest battlefield addition. The Iron Strike has been painted with care to match the current assortment of Joe vehicles, yet still retains a certain level of detail such as panel lines, shading, and metallic effects which will please the demanding collector. You even get a pilot, Scarlett, all decked out in her new mecha pilot suit. She fits easily into the now modified cockpit, as will most other Joes that have the full range of hip motion needed to sit. Blast away at Cobra with the Iron Strike’s cannons or use the claw to fling those pesky Zombie Soldiers out of the way.”

Head over to eBay and bid on Jin’s Custom Scarlett with Iron Strike Mech.

BAT 25th Anniversary Custom GI Joe

The BAT was one of my favorite figures to play with as a kid and was a central part of my Cobra army.  The battle scenes that I would create for my GI Joes would be tremendous and it looks like GettingRidOfToys has created a Custom Battle Damaged BATthat looked exactly like I had imagined an android coming back from a huge war would look like.  First off, the concept for this custom is awesome.  What BAT comes back from battle unharmed?  The paint aps are amazing and he even went so far as to redo the original paint aps and apply a great weathering technique to the figure.  The bullet hole blasting out of the back of the BAT’s head adds a really nice effect and I love the shattered face.  Check out GettingRidOfToys’ Custom Battle Damaged BATon eBay or check out the other Custom GI Joes!