G.I.Joe Classified Series Cobra Desert Scorpion Review

Incoming! Bobby Bee of Bee’s Battlegrounds has secured the latest wave of G.I.Joe Classified Series figures and has kicked off his reviews with a look at #180, the Cobra Desert Scorpion!

Check out his review below, then read on for official product photography and details –

A look at the GIJoe Desert Scorpion and “pet” scorpion as well as a comparison to the FSS Modern Era version

G.I. Joe Classified Series #180, Cobra Desert Scorpion & SKRP10N-25

G.I. Joe is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. The brave members of G.I. Joe are prepared to seek out Cobra in any environment on the planet. Wherever there’s trouble, G.I. Joe is there.

New to the G.I. Joe Classified Series line, Cobra Desert Scorpion & SKRP10N-25 pet come ready for adventure, with multiple points of articulation for high poseability. Includes: Figure with 12 accessory pieces, and pet with 1 unattached piece

This Cobra Desert Scorpion figure contains 12 character-inspired accessory pieces including swapable faceplate for multiple looks, backpack with connecting cord, 2 knives, grapple launcher with removable hook and attached line, scorpion prod, 2 claws, and weapon accessories; plus softgoods cape and helmet skirt. SKRP10N-25 is a fully articulated colossal pet with massive claw pincers and unattached tail piece.

YO JOE! G.I. JOE EXPLODES INTO A LARGER-THAN-LIFE ERA WITH 6 INCH ACTION FIGURES: The G.I. Joe Classified Series evolves the retro toy figures fans know and love into a highly articulated 6-inch (150 mm) scale with premium deco and detailing
CLASSIC COBRA DESERT SCORPION & SKRP10N-25-INSPIRED DESIGN: Features a classic design updated to bring the Cobra Desert Trooper into the modern era and 12 accessory pieces plus fully-articulated mutated scorpion inspired by the character’s rich history
HIGHLY POSEABLE WITH PREMIUM DETAILING: G.I. Joe Classified Series Cobra Desert Scorpion & SKRP10N-25 action figure set features exceptional detailing and articulation for cool poseability to create dazzling dioramas (some poses may require additional support)
COLLECTIBLE WINDOWED PACKAGING: #180 in the Classified Series sequence. The window-box display showcases the figure along with accessory loadout, figure-specific File Card Icons, gorgeous original character artwork, and dynamic digital renders
KNOWING IS HALF THE BATTLE: Look for other G.I. Joe figures and toys to build your roster of heroes and Cobra villains (Each sold separately. Subject to availability.)
A PERFECT PRESENT: Whether for birthdays, Christmas and the holidays, or a fun surprise, this Cobra Desert Scorpion & SKRP10N-25 figure makes a great gift for lifelong fans of G.I. Joe toys or for boys and girls who love action and adventure

There you have it, my friends! This wave is one that will surely find its way into many a collection – 1986 characters + troop builders? Psssh, that’s a no-brainer!

What are your thoughts on Desert Scorpion? I love the swappable face plate, that’s really cool! I wish the Scorpion was mechanical, but eh, still pretty damn sweet nonetheless. It’s HUGE!

Will you be adding one to your collection? Of course you will! 🙂 Many thanks as always go to Bobby Bee for the review