View Full Version : Crimson Guard Troopers at SDCC?
I just noticed Crimson Cobra Commanders "backstory" on his order page:
He leads the forces of COBRA, the ruthless terrorist organization set on global domination, and has become a thorn in the sides of the GI Joe team. He has legions of soldiers, millions of dollars and an arsenal of state-of-the-art equipment at his disposal, yet the man remains a mystery. COBRA's Crimson Guard soldiers are lawyers and accountants by day, and soldiers by night. They twist laws and steal money for the Cobra organization, then battle enemies after dark. Troopers begin by working their way into business and government. Once they achieve powerful positions, they become officers who lead small units on secret missions. Ultimately, all Crimson Guard soldiers follow the orders of their supreme leader, Cobra Commander. Bent on world domination, Cobra Commander cuts a swath through freedom, liberty, and justice. He will stop at nothing to push his forces to victory. The only thing in his way: GI Joe.
That's a lot of background on the Crimson Guard. I hope that means we're just a couple of months away from seeing them revealed!
http://www.toyarchive.com/STAForSale/NEW2001+/GiJoe/MOSC/CrimsonGuardMOSC1a.jpg
MANDO
05-30-2009, 07:27 PM
So far we've been teased with CGs and Duke in descriptions for things. I'm hoping to see both at SDCC! :rock
King Darkness
05-30-2009, 07:29 PM
I woukld get 2 :rock
MANDO
05-30-2009, 07:30 PM
That's my favorite troops type right there! They look so awesome with the red and silver and they had such a kick *** rifle too!
Darth Waller
05-30-2009, 07:35 PM
A couple of these guys would look great flanking Crimson Cobra Commander. Naysayers be damned! :lol
And that guy on the card art has no neck. :duh
Ryan1982
05-30-2009, 07:38 PM
I hope they get revealed. Makes sense with the Crimson Cobra Commander. Similar uniform, all they need is to make the helmet for the most part. Would love if they made them. Probably my fav' Cobra trooper.
King Darkness
05-30-2009, 07:39 PM
A couple of these guys would look great flanking Crimson Cobra Commander.
I dont think they would. They should stand out not look just like CC.
The Josh
05-30-2009, 07:39 PM
That would be awesome and they will go great with the CCC. :rock
MANDO
05-30-2009, 07:40 PM
I dont think they would. They should stand out not look just like CC.
http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn92/XMPhotos/GI%20Joe/comicthrone.jpg
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Cocoboloboy
05-30-2009, 07:48 PM
Hopefully SS doesn't stray at all from the original design. It's perfect. I'm definitely getting two if they look like the 80's figure.
Buttmunch
05-30-2009, 07:56 PM
Their outfit really isn't all that different (pattern wise) from what Cobra Commander is already wearing. So worst comes to worse, they just reuse that. But hopefully they'll make an original pattern for the Crimson Guards.
The Mike
05-30-2009, 08:12 PM
I think we'll see Duke, Crimson Guards and good ol' Scarface at SDCC.....I'm hoping for one more Joe to be involved but who knows.
teemu
05-30-2009, 08:14 PM
I wish Sideshow would announce and produce figures much faster! :)
IrishJedi
05-30-2009, 08:29 PM
I woukld get 2 :rock
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I dont think they would. They should stand out not look just like CC.
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Their outfit really isn't all that different (pattern wise) from what Cobra Commander is already wearing. So worst comes to worse, they just reuse that. But hopefully they'll make an original pattern for the Crimson Guards.
They'd better damn not just rehash the CCC clothing. That would be yet another affront to classic JOE fans.
Kibishii
05-30-2009, 08:31 PM
I would get a Crimson Guard, but hopefully we will see Duke, Flint, or Beachhead first and Firefly is my #1 want.
Cocoboloboy
05-30-2009, 08:49 PM
I just hope they produce something that's recognizable.
I think they will. So far they've done a good job. CG could easily be messed up though. That's why I hope they stick to the original fig as close as possible.
MANDO
05-30-2009, 08:52 PM
When CCC was first announced I thought it could be reworked into a VG. But I definitely think he needs a whole new shirt, etc. The double breasted shirt of the CG uni is not just a simple like the Commander got. That AK-somethingorother with the bayonet is definitely a must have though! Wouldn't turn down an interchangeable Fred head either! :rock
Blu Falcon
05-30-2009, 09:24 PM
http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn92/XMPhotos/GI%20Joe/comicthrone.jpg
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True that.
samueljd
05-31-2009, 02:35 AM
Hopefully SS doesn't stray at all from the original design. It's perfect. I'm definitely getting two if they look like the 80's figure.
One Crimson Guard would be enough for me. I could diplay a Crimson Guard on one side of CC and the regular Cobra Trooper on the other side.
lerath666
05-31-2009, 06:25 AM
I'm going to build either squads of 6 , or fire teams of 3 of all the troopers. however, I'm not planning on geting them all at once.
EVILFACE
05-31-2009, 08:36 AM
I'm wanting to see a Joe at SDCC.
http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn92/XMPhotos/GI%20Joe/comicthrone.jpg
:rock :rock :rock :rock
:rock :rock :rock :rock
Hopefully SS doesn't stray at all from the original design. It's perfect. I'm definitely getting two if they look like the 80's figure.
Yup, I hope they are as close to the original figure as possible.
Deeznutz6
06-01-2009, 06:36 PM
I think all these high hopes will be crushed at SDCC, in 18 months weve seen 4 real figures, what are the odds they give us at least 2 at one shot???
thenammagazine
06-01-2009, 06:42 PM
I think all these high hopes will be crushed at SDCC, in 18 months weve seen 4 real figures, what are the odds they give us at least 2 at one shot???
I think the odds are pretty good. They'll need to create hype for the line at SDCC to keep it from getting swallowed by all the other crap (used loosely, not literally) and two Joes would do just that.
EVILFACE
06-01-2009, 09:36 PM
That is the dumbest sig pic.
The Josh
06-01-2009, 09:40 PM
I think the odds are pretty good. They'll need to create hype for the line at SDCC to keep it from getting swallowed by all the other crap (used loosely, not literally) and two Joes would do just that.
Yeah, I think 2-3 is a real chance @ SDCC. Along with a couple SW, 1-2 from Indy, LOTR Dio/PF, etc.
karamazov80
06-01-2009, 10:10 PM
CG is up there as one of my favorite troops, but we need some more Joes before more Cobras are announced. Hopefully Duke or. . .Flint :)
Sixthscalemagazine
06-02-2009, 07:19 AM
i'd love the classic look...
but i wouldn't mind seeing something like this either:
http://www.onesixthwarriors.com/forum/showthread.php?t=18011
thenammagazine
06-02-2009, 07:44 AM
That is the dumbest sig pic.
Maybe he wishes he'd been Marshall? :huh
ProgMatinee
06-02-2009, 07:48 AM
accountants huh? thats one of the worst backstories ever...but they look bad ***.
accountants huh? thats one of the worst backstories ever...but they look bad ***.
The original filecard words it better. It emphasizes them as elite shock troops who are required to pursue a degree in law or accounting to become an official member of the Guard (as opposed to "accountants with guns".)
Its funny I always thought "siegies" was a fan-made term.
http://www.yojoe.com/filecard/85cobras/crimsong.jpg
King Darkness
06-02-2009, 08:24 AM
http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn92/XMPhotos/GI%20Joe/comicthrone.jpg
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We need Crimson Guards AND a CC throne at SDCC!!!!!!
FreddyvsJasonvsAsh
06-02-2009, 10:17 AM
:rock:rock:rock:rock:rock
EVILFACE
06-02-2009, 12:19 PM
The original filecard words it better. It emphasizes them as elite shock troops who are required to pursue a degree in law or accounting to become an official member of the Guard (as opposed to "accountants with guns".)
Its funny I always thought "siegies" was a fan-made term.
http://www.yojoe.com/filecard/85cobras/crimsong.jpg
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MANDO
06-04-2009, 08:38 AM
Something big is going down at SDCC:
From the latest Q&A:
Sideshow will not be attending the G.I. Joe convention in KC, Missouri. We will be exhibiting at San Diego Comic-Con, in a big way!
DUN DUN DUN!
Buttmunch
06-04-2009, 08:47 AM
Something big is going down at SDCC:
From the latest Q&A:
DUN DUN DUN!
:woo That is good news all around. Also means we won't have to deal with a stupid Joe con exclusive! So Scarface doesn't look like he will be a exclusive (except perhaps a site exclusive) afterall. I'm just afraid they will pull the "in stock" exclusive variant crap with him like they did with the Dead. A little warning would be nice. I don't like $100 surprises.
thenammagazine
06-04-2009, 08:57 AM
Something big is going down at SDCC:
From the latest Q&A:
DUN DUN DUN!
Could just be dinner at the Baliwood Buffet? :p I took that as a PF reference.
MANDO
06-04-2009, 09:14 AM
Could just be dinner at the Baliwood Buffet? :p I took that as a PF reference.
That wouldn't be as exciting... :(
creature4000
06-04-2009, 09:43 AM
Yeah.. I think it'll be a PF.
MANDO
06-04-2009, 09:44 AM
http://i302.photobucket.com/albums/nn92/XMPhotos/Misc/sadstewie.jpg
Something big is going down at SDCC:
From the latest Q&A:
DUN DUN DUN!
They always say that :D
I bet we see beachhead and all the characters mentioned in the QnA.
So Scarface doesn't look like he will be a exclusive
Why do people keep calling the red masked Trooper Scarface? I get the character reference but *all* Troopers in the Marvel comics had red masks and yellow harnesses.
Why do people keep calling the red masked Trooper Scarface? I get the character reference but *all* Troopers in the Marvel comics had red masks and yellow harnesses.
Thing too is we don't even know if it will be "scarface" (trooper with facial scar). Could be just a "red trooper".
Thing too is we don't even know if it will be "scarface" (trooper with facial scar). Could be just a "red trooper".
Yep, which would make more business sense on behalf of SSC since it would allow for troop building and higher sales. Doesn't mean he won't come with an extra Scarface head (possibly the exclusive) but I think a generic red masked comic trooper is more likely. I know I'd like to buy two or three .
thenammagazine
06-04-2009, 11:23 AM
Yep, which would make more business sense on behalf of SSC since it would allow for troop building and higher sales. Doesn't mean he won't come with an extra Scarface head (possibly the exclusive) but I think a generic red masked comic trooper is more likely. I know I'd like to buy two or three .
Because so far they've followed likenesses perfectly in line with the old Hasbro comics, right? :lol Whether he is or isn't, point is, you know who we're referring to when the name is mentioned. And if it turns out that it's not Scarface, it's nothing a hot scalpel and some pink paint won't fix. :naughty
EVILFACE
06-04-2009, 11:32 AM
Why do people keep calling the red masked Trooper Scarface? I get the character reference but *all* Troopers in the Marvel comics had red masks and yellow harnesses.
Just to give the trooper a name.
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