Our weeklong dive into new product reviews continues with a look at the SDCC 2025 exclusive G.I.Joe Classified Series Dreadnok Cold Slither box set, courtesy of Bee’s Battlegrounds! Check it out –
A look at the San Diego Comic Con 2025 Exclusive GIJoe Classified Cold Slither Band of Vipers Boxset
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G.I. Joe Classified Series #163, Dreadnoks Cold Slither: Band of Vipers Tour Commemorative Action Figure Set
SKU. G10625L00
TOO LATE TO RESIST
How could you possibly say no to this phenomenal piece of music history whose staggering levels of detail go to 11?
With each set you purchase you get 6-inch-scale action figures of all 4 founding members of Cold Slither—the Dreadnoks: Zartan, Ripper, Buzzer, and Torch—who rocketed to the top of the charts with their eponymous hit.
From Dreadnok to hard rock, every member of this Band of Vipers is music personified. These aren’t just some average Joes. Each figure comes complete with his signature instrument, 29 accessory pieces in all. Each features exceptional detailing and articulation for totally awesome poseability to recreate dynamic diorama displays of all their epic jams. Their costume deco brings a modern take on a legendary design. They’re like stars in the twinkling foam.
YOUR VIP PASS
From the moment you slide open the collectible box you’ll feel transported to an unforgettable concert experience. Ease the slipcover off to reveal a treasure trove of Easter Eggs surrounding a recreation of the renowned Springfield Theater’s exterior. The weathered brick façade is adorned with posters and trinkets of past and future performers that have graced their vaunted halls. Don’t try using your VIP Pass to sneak into the theater’s backstage, or Monkeywrench may have a boot he’d like to introduce to your face. Behind the ticket booth glass, Zarana ponders if it’s reinforced as she goes through the motions of granting you admission to the performance of a lifetime.
THROUGH THE EYES OF A LIZARD KING YOU WILL DREAM
Unfold the box and pass through the veil of the venue doors into a place where the venom stings and the sounds start lulling you into a trance. Cold Slither reigns supreme on the Springfield Theater stage. Poised by their amplifier stacks the members of Cold Slither stand frozen in time ready to count off and unleash their Heavy Metal machine on the world.
A BAND OF VIPERS PLAYING OUR TUNE
Each Cold Slither figure in the set includes his iconic instrument. The package is bursting with 29 musical accessories including guitar, bass, keytar, 5 instrument straps and a full 6-inch-scale drum kit complete with floor tom, hi hat with pedal, hi tom, mid tom, bass drum with kick pedal, stool, 2 drumsticks, snare drum, cymbals and stands. Buzzer rocks removable glasses and a neckerchief.
“YOU WANT MORE PLAY, WE GET MORE PAY”
Don’t tell us what’s right, don’t tell us what’s wrong! Don’t miss out on this special Commemorative offer: 4 incredible Dreadnok Cold Slither Action Figures with instrument accessories packaged in their Springfield Theater playset. Order now to recreate your favorite Cold Slither Band of Vipers Tour moments again and again.
DREADNOKS COLD SLITHER: BAND OF VIPERS TOUR
SWIPE TO MEET THE BAND
Heartthrob Zartan is the brooding bad boy of the bunch. The dark and mysterious lead singer and bass guitarist tries to hide his boiling emotions behind a literal mask, and his chameleon-like expressions make him a true master of disguise. A skilled ventriloquist, Zartan’s uncanny ability to throw his voice can give the impression that he’s not even singing at all, but with Cold Slither’s lyrics packing such cosmic vibes, does it really matter? Move over, there’s a new Lizard King knocking at the doors of perception.
- Zartan can speak over 20 languages! He’s quite the linguist.
- He also enjoys martial arts, yoga, and archery.
- Zartan hates the sun and tries to stay covered up as much as possible.
Australian-born dreamboat Torch is a versatile musician who can alternate between both keyboard and guitar in the blink of an eye. Never one for structured education, Torch quit school for the Merchant Marine but ultimately cast his nets for bigger fish than just rocking in the misty sea. Beneath those steamy glasses his eyes burn with a fiery passion and a smoldering rage that erupts on stage as his fingers set the keys aflame. A man of few words, Torch would wear his heart on his sleeve if his shirts had sleeves. Is Torch on the cutting edge of Rock ‘N Roll Fashion? All signs point to yes yes yes!
- Torch was overjoyed at Cold Slither’s first paying gig which paid each bandmember just $5/hour.
- Uses oxy-acetylene cutting tools to create what he calls “deconstructionist art”
- Torch scavenges the swamps for fun and profit.
Ripper likewise is a switch hitter between guitar and keyboard. Loud is his M.O. Some call this devil who hails from Tasmania the comedian of the group. Onstage his deep brown eyes twinkle with a knowing smile like a river of crystal light. Then the music takes off, and Ripper starts shredding his axe like a jackhammer, slicing through the silence, and tearing notes apart with the force of the Jaws of Life. This handsome hunk also has a bit of a rebellious streak with a serious dislike of authority figures. Can you be the one to tame his heart?
- Ripper has had a sweet tooth since he was a young boy which explains his love of grape soda and chocolate donuts – but hopefully it won’t impact that flawless ab crunch.
- Outside of music Ripper has a passion for motorcycles and a collection of wooden shoes.
- Ripper is a party boy who hates when things are “Getting to be too much like work.”
Drummer Buzzer cast off his posh upbringing preferring the company of less-polished individuals. Now the steady droning of his rhythms keeps the time for Cold Slither’s occasionally discordant bunch. Tired of all the games, Buzzer loves nothing more than cut through society’s trappings with the music of Cold Slither or whatever else he can get his hands on. Though he still gets a kick out of the fawning fan attention that stardom brings.
- Buzzer studied at an elite university but denounced academia for his true calling.
- He has a bit of a “thing for bling” with his diamond-toothed chainsaw never far from sight.
- Buzzer uses a homemade mixture of chainsaw oil, pomade, and other strange gunk to achieve his magnificent mohawk.
DON’T WIND UP AWOL
While this exclusive set is band members only, be sure to look for other G.I. Joe Classified and Cobra action figures and toys (each sold separately, subject to availability) to pose alongside Cold Slither as music-loving concert goers. They all want to stay and get mellow listening to the music.
To me, this is exactly what a convention exclusive offering/set should be – Something that isn’t critical to have in your collection, but still cool enough to warrant a place on any shelf. I personally am looking forward to the rest of the band members in o-ring form. That said, I’d also like to get my hands on the o-ring Zebra print Zartan that should be available sometime soon….soon.
What’s your take on this Cold Slither box set? Happy to add it to your collection, or did you skip it all together?
Thanks as always go to Bobby Bee and Bee’s Battlegrounds for the review!
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