Retaliation Firefly In-Hand

[Troynos]

I was able to get ahold of one of the 3-pack Fireflys that was on EBay and took some pictures.

Awesome figure.

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[Troynos]

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[Troynos]

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[Mermaniel]

Totally badass fig. Cant wait to get it.

[Samuntrus]

It's great that the ankle articulation's back, but it looks cheaply made.

[CobraSnakeEyes]

Is Firefly mooning us?

[CrimsonGuard101]

It's great that the ankle articulation's back, but it looks cheaply made.

I dunno how?

...looks like any POC figure on my shelf currnelty...cant wait to get this guy next year...if he doesn't end up in the conceptancelled vault...

[fireflyguy]

I am soooooo super-jealous!!!!!!! But thanks for the pics! Did you get this off eBay? I keep hoping to catch one at a lower price.

EDIT: Troy, I just re-read your op where you said you got this of of eBay. Sorry!

[starbuck]

Wow! That is going to give any other version of Firefly a run for their money!

[BEAM]

Bet this will be front-paged when I wake up tomorrow.

Nice figure. Can't wait to get it.

[the odinson]

I dunno how?

...looks like any POC figure on my shelf currnelty...cant wait to get this guy next year...if he doesn't end up in the conceptancelled vault...

the head not matching the rest and the overalll lack of paint apps does give him a cheap o look, i see what he's saying. i can't wait to get him, spruce him up with a couple dabs of paint, maybe throw a 25th ff head on him.

[mightyjl]

Is that a pubic hair in the first picture??

[CrimsonGuard101]

the head not matching the rest and the overalll lack of paint apps does give him a cheap o look, i see what he's saying. i can't wait to get him, spruce him up with a couple dabs of paint, maybe throw a 25th ff head on him.

Not seeing it...looks perfect to me...i guess not eveyone can be happy...

[Azzurro21]

Nice, but an extreme waste of money to spend $80-160 on a figure that will be plentiful in 7 months...for $7.

[starbuck]

Is that a pubic hair in the first picture??


I hope he didn't have to pay extra for it.

[brock Samson]

There are camo paint apps but it's dark grey on light grey just like the original. I think the head could be a little better but otherwise it definitely lives up to the "ultimate" version even though this is the three pack version and the ultimate version looks crappy.

[KungfuGrip]

Dam that's one nice Firefly, can't wait

[Adamantite]

the head not matching the rest and the overalll lack of paint apps does give him a cheap o look, i see what he's saying. i can't wait to get him, spruce him up with a couple dabs of paint, maybe throw a 25th ff head on him.


I feel the same way. As far as Fireflies go I still prefer HOH version.

[CobraOfficer999]

One of the better FF versions I've seen. A jewel in an overall bad line.

[Sonnensturm]

Can't wait to get this Firefly! :)

[punchitchewy80]

defo buying this guy when hes out. awesome thanks for the pics.

[MJjoe4life]

Thanks for the pics! I cant wait to get this figure next year!

[DarkHorse]

Looks great. Get those bombs cast up for the rest of us!

[Stryker927]

MUST HAVE

I may as well not even work on my ultimate Firefly, this guy is so close and with very few changes needed, he's the guy!

[Beckley]

Nice score, thanks for the pics!

[Troynos]

Got a couple other figs I'll be posting up in the next couple of days.

[jeffafa]

cool

[The L.O.C.]

The dynamite on his web gear is removable and uses the foot peg system. Which means it can be used to sabotage Joe vehicles... Very cool figure.

[fireflyguy]

the head not matching the rest and the overalll lack of paint apps does give him a cheap o look, i see what he's saying. i can't wait to get him, spruce him up with a couple dabs of paint, maybe throw a 25th ff head on him.

I'm sure I'll buy one to put with my FF collection, one to customize (a few touch-ups, etc), and some more just to play with. I'll probably change out his right thigh with something else, maybe. I'll probably also change out his head.

[Dem_Yoe'z!]

My guess is that this figure is pretty close to production so we will see it at some point. Mine came with one of the rifles rubber-banded to his hand, like you would expect for a figure about to be put in the package. Also, there were no Hasbro markings on the figure.

Really amazing figure! Hard to believe that this came out of the same factory as that horrid Retaliation FF with the scooter thingy. Easily my favorite version of FF, even better than the ROC TRU exclusive one from a few years back.

[fireflyguy]

My guess is that this figure is pretty close to production so we will see it at some point. Mine came with one of the rifles rubber-banded to his hand, like you would expect for a figure about to be put in the package. Also, there were no Hasbro markings on the figure.

Really amazing figure! Hard to believe that this came out of the same factory as that horrid Retaliation FF with the scooter thingy. Easily my favorite version of FF, even better than the ROC TRU exclusive one from a few years back.

Yeah, these were supposed to come out this month, so I'm sure this is the actual production version.

[SmokePants]

Lots of unrealized potential there. I love the construction (except for the head), but he needs more paint apps -- mostly webgear, straps, and buckles. Tha camo could use some work, too.

[CrimsonGuard101]

Lots of unrealized potential there. I love the construction (except for the head), but he needs more paint apps -- mostly webgear, straps, and buckles. Tha camo could use some work, too.

Its an early release figure and will have QC issues as will the main releases I am sure. I plan on moving the actor likeness head to this body anyway...to have the ultimate retaliation unmasked firelfy...

[cobracobra]

Looks fantastic. Thanks for sharing pictures!

[Samuntrus]

Lots of unrealized potential there. I love the construction (except for the head), but he needs more paint apps -- mostly webgear, straps, and buckles. Tha camo could use some work, too.
Exactly, this has been a problem with the entire Retaliation line thus far, the lack of paint apps and detail have really bored down the line...
Its an early release figure and will have QC issues as will the main releases I am sure. I plan on moving the actor likeness head to this body anyway...to have the ultimate retaliation unmasked firelfy...
...and with how it's been going, I doubt any changes will come to this figure.

[CrimsonGuard101]

Exactly, this has been a problem with the entire Retaliation line thus far, the lack of paint apps and detail have really bored down the line...

...and with how it's been going, I doubt any changes will come to this figure.

Well you can do like most tout around here, re do the paint yourself if one is so inclined...i mean its just a grey paint job...how hard could it be to fix?

[Samuntrus]

Well you can do like most tout around here, re do the paint yourself if one is so inclined...i mean its just a grey paint job...how hard could it be to fix?
I will definitely paint it if I ever pick it up. ;)

[Star Eater]

Chiming in as well, great looking figure. Thanks for sharing.

[Ford]

It really is an exceptional looking figure. And you have to remember, it's from a 3 pack! It's not a single-carded figure. The single carded ones usually get the better gear and paint. But I don't have any complaints at all about the paint or colors. It's a subtle camouflage, just like the original figure had. And I like the fact that he has a solid colored mask. It matches the gloves and boots. What's even better is that since it's a movie sculpt, the eyes look really good. The movie sculpts usually have much better faces than the regular line, since they have to resemble real people. Even if they don't match the actor perfectly, they don't look as cartoonish or bland as regular line.

[Raw Dog]

Thanks for sharing Troynos. I like this version of Firefly a lot and will purchase the 3 pack when it is released.

[MeLikeJinx]

Man, that is one gorgeous looking fig.

[ResoluteDuke]

Don't care for the head or the paint apps. Other than that, it's pretty legit figure.

[Steevy Maximus]

It really is an exceptional looking figure. And you have to remember, it's from a 3 pack! It's not a single-carded figure. The single carded ones usually get the better gear and paint. But I don't have any complaints at all about the paint or colors. It's a subtle camouflage, just like the original figure had. And I like the fact that he has a solid colored mask. It matches the gloves and boots. What's even better is that since it's a movie sculpt, the eyes look really good. The movie sculpts usually have much better faces than the regular line, since they have to resemble real people. Even if they don't match the actor perfectly, they don't look as cartoonish or bland as regular line.

I still think this Firefly was a 30th line concept, that, like the Night Viper, Crimson Guard, and Ultimate 85 Snake Eyes, just got bumped into the movie line to fill it out.

Again, I just marvel at how well done the 3 pack figures have been, and for generally being cheaper than buying 3 single carded figures.

[CrimsonGuard101]

I still think this Firefly was a 30th line concept, that, like the Night Viper, Crimson Guard, and Ultimate 85 Snake Eyes, just got bumped into the movie line to fill it out.

Again, I just marvel at how well done the 3 pack figures have been, and for generally being cheaper than buying 3 single carded figures.

I agree...a lot of 30th 30 for 30 tooling abound in this line....

[Raw Dog]

I actually prefer the upcoming Ultimate Firefly, but this version of Firefly rocks sox off too.

[CrimsonGuard101]

I actually prefer the upcoming Ultimate Firefly, but this version of Firefly rocks sox off too.

I thought this one was the ultimate firelfy? Which do you speak of?

[Ford]

I still think this Firefly was a 30th line concept, that, like the Night Viper, Crimson Guard, and Ultimate 85 Snake Eyes, just got bumped into the movie line to fill it out.

Again, I just marvel at how well done the 3 pack figures have been, and for generally being cheaper than buying 3 single carded figures.


Probably, but it will always be a movie figure now. They get discriminated against enough as it is, so we can't afford to let this one get listed as a 30th, rather than a Retaliation. After all, there's always the chance that if it weren't for the movie, we wouldn't have got these at all. Or if it wasn't for that Renegades trash, we might have gotten them already.

[Marine-73]

I cant wait to get one, definitive FF.

[Saboteur]

Well, now we all know who won that auction.

Thanks for sharing the pics. That's the Firefly I've wanted since 2007.

Here's hoping it makes it to retail.

[Steevy Maximus]

I thought this one was the ultimate firelfy? Which do you speak of?

This is "3 pack Firefly", the ultimate moniker was thrown around by Hasbro for the "as movie accurate as we can get within our means" figures like Firefly, Duke, and others.

Thanks for sharing the pics. That's the Firefly I've wanted since 2007.

Here's hoping it makes it to retail.

I have no concerns about it making it to retail, with the delay, this wave of 3 packs and the first movie accurate wave (or, Retaliation wave 2) all become "quasi wave 1" for 2013

[Saboteur]

I have no concerns about it making it to retail, with the delay, this wave of 3 packs and the first movie accurate wave (or, Retaliation wave 2) all become "quasi wave 1" for 2013

Actually, it was my understanding that Hasbro stated at JoeCon that they will re-release everything that has already been released next year (which could mean Holidays 2012).

With collectors having their bellies (nearly) full of the first round of product, it's up to the kids to move the product forward.

Again, here's hoping this awesome figure makes it to retail.

[fireflyguy]

Actually, it was my understanding that Hasbro stated at JoeCon that they will re-release everything that has already been released next year (which could mean Holidays 2012).

With collectors having their bellies (nearly) full of the first round of product, it's up to the kids to move the product forward.

Again, here's hoping this awesome figure makes it to retail.

Yeah, I haven't seen any clear indication how nuts gonna go down. Did Hasbro say at Joecon that the first wave next year was gonna be what was the first wave this year? If so, that might screw us somewhat. Roadblock, SS and SE are already clogging the pegs at a couple of Targets I frequent.

[Saboteur]

Yeah, I haven't seen any clear indication how nuts gonna go down. Did Hasbro say at Joecon that the first wave next year was gonna be what was the first wave this year? If so, that might screw us somewhat. Roadblock, SS and SE are already clogging the pegs at a couple of Targets I frequent.

Maybe I'm wrong. And if I am, more's the better. Because I really want that figure.

But I'm 95% sure that I read Hasbro will re-release everything when Retaliation gets closer.

[KINGOFNOD5]

hey odd question could you take a pic of him with the vest and standard head of the POC firefly.

thanks in advance.

[heymilt]

This will be my ultimate FF.
He's ALL gray, even the weapons. That's his only weakness...

[turner]

This sucker rocks, I dig it. It's kinda weird, with the cancellation and all, I went from not caring in the least about the movie or the movie toys, to actually wanting some of these and kinda wanting to see the movie (I mean bruce willis, whatayagonnado?).

[Jinx723]

Actually, it was my understanding that Hasbro stated at JoeCon that they will re-release everything that has already been released next year (which could mean Holidays 2012)...

So Hasbro is going to rerelease the garbage that's clogging the pegs already. The only ones that are going to sell are Red Ninjas, Cobra & Joe Troopers.
F**K! Why can't they just start with Wave 2 and do they're retarded Revision cases after. Guess it's back to ordering online again. Ordering online for a Movie line, what's the world coming to?

As for Firefly that will be my ultimate Firefly that I've been waiting for since 2007.
Is Firefly's torso the one from Concept 30th Flint?

[Saboteur]

Well, I don't want to get a rumor started. And like I already stated, if i'm wrong, then it's perfectly fine with me. I recall reading that Hasbro will re-release the first wave of products in 2013, which could mean holidays 2012.

Hopefully someone can clear this up.

[Kaboomskie]

Figure looks real good but lacks accesories. i was hoping he'll come with night vision goggles atleast.

[Bravo Sierra]

Im gonna need two of these. One to keep as is, and one to fix. It's cool and it isn't.

[FlintWO2]

First, thanks for posting the pics. I can't wait to get mine, I bought one from the same E-bay dealer, and it should be here soon. And yes I paid way too much for it, but I love Firefly.

Second, man oh man this thread just goes to show you can't please everyone. Different strokes for different folks. Hasbro said they wanted to match the camo and colors to the original Firefly as much as possible for this release. I think the figure is amazing, great sculpt, awesome accessories, great articulation, great colors. This will be my default "ultimate" Firefly. If I had to critique it at all, it would be why use the thigh attachments from Life-Line, when the SE holster and ammo pouch would have looked a tad better? And he should have come with a silenced weapon( MP-5 or such ). After all know one ever sees Firefly enter or leave right? but these are only very minor gripes to an otherwise perfect figure.

Also anybody notice that Firefly has the new torso that was also on the concept vault Flint and Hit & Run figures?

[Troynos]

Figure looks real good but lacks accesories. i was hoping he'll come with night vision goggles atleast.

It comes in a 3-pack, that's why there are less accessories then a carded figure, but really it's not that lacking: two rifles, pistol, 2 knives, 2 bombs and a backpack.

[Raw Dog]

I thought this one was the ultimate firelfy? Which do you speak of?

Lol, I was talking about the "movie accurate" version they revealed at the con with the open green jacket. I think it's actually called Ultimate Firefly.

[CrimsonGuard101]

Lol, I was talking about the "movie accurate" version they revealed at the con with the open green jacket. I think it's actually called Ultimate Firefly.

Link to the pic?

[MeLikeJinx]

Link to the pic?
I think he means this guy: http://www.hisstank.com/gi-joe-news/attach/1/020-retaliation-hasbro-display-saturday_1341079794.jpg That does have a better headsculpt... too bad his jacket is green though. Still like the 3-pack one better.

[Troynos]

Yeah. Definately like this one better then the "ultimate".

The ultimate does a great job of meshing the wave 2 Retaliation Firefly and the 3-pack into one figure, but I like the classic look of the 3-pack better.

[Diezelboi]

If I can help it, I'll get both. I feel the more dominant ultimate firefly is the 3 pack, but I still dig that "ultimate firefly" headscan.

[FlintWO2]

I got my Firefly from the same over seas dealer yesterday. Guys this figure does not disappoint. He is simply amazing! His camo matches the original almost perfectly( except the head which is straight dark grey ). It is the perfect blend of classic 1984 Firefly with some modern updates( removable bombs anyone! ). I took my 25th figure off the shelf and compared it to the new one, and the 25th is laughable. It is officially retired and put away now. The only thing I was not real crazy about was his choice of weapons. I gave him the comic 2-pack Firefly's MP-5 and it looks great; and with the added wrist articulation he can hold it perfectly. I think the head sculpt is great, but I have heard some complain it is too plain. Well the Comic 2-pack Firefly's goggles fit really nice, and look very much like the Sideshow figure. I sat down and played with this figure for a solid two hours after opening him. I just wish he would have come single carded instead of the 3-pack. Hasbro screwed up on that one, the so called "ultimate" figure should have been in the 3-pack and this guy should have been called ultimate and single carded.

The only thing that really sucks is this figure deserves a file card and stand. :(

[fireflyguy]

Thanks for the break-down, FlintWO2! How does the 25th comic-pack Firefly's head look on this new one? Does the color match at all?

[jdviper]

The figure looks very good but I dont get why hasbro gave everyone amd their momma a holster with a silencer and now the one that needs a silencer does not get it

[fireflyguy]

The figure looks very good but I dont get why hasbro gave everyone amd their momma a holster with a silencer and now the one that needs a silencer does not get it

Yes! Exactly! The 84 FF had a holster on his right leg and some charges on his left. I used to think the gun molded onto his right leg was a drill! So maybe I'll make-believe that Lifeline's oto/ophthalmoscope is actually a small acetylene torch.

[Gatchaman]

hey if you have the original 80's fig I would love to see a side by side. I think the 80's one will be a little darker but I could be wrong.

Thanks!

[FlintWO2]

Thanks for the break-down, FlintWO2! How does the 25th comic-pack Firefly's head look on this new one? Does the color match at all?

I tried it and it looks ok, but trust me the head on the new one is way better. There are little details that the pics already posted don't bring out. He has a very serious, almost pissed off countenance about him. It is subtle, but definitely there.

[fireflyguy]

I tried it and it looks ok, but trust me the head on the new one is way better. There are little details that the pics already posted don't bring out. He has a very serious, almost pissed off countenance about him. It is subtle, but definitely there.

Thanks!

[FlintWO2]

hey if you have the original 80's fig I would love to see a side by side. I think the 80's one will be a little darker but I could be wrong.

Thanks!

Gatchaman, the color is nearly identical to the original; and that was Hasbro's plan all along. The pics on-line almost always make him seem lighter. It is not quit as dark as the comic 2-pack figure, but way darker and more accurate than the 25th single carded figure. It really is the definitive Modern/Classic Firefly.