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09-03-2022, 09:45 AM | #1471 |
Knuckle Massage!
Join Date: Sep 2007
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#347/138. GENERAL GYPS (based on G.I. Joe ARAH '88: Destro's General - Voltar)
M.A.R.S. Origin: Poland Season 9 I was inspired to build my own Voltar after seeing a recent set of Iron Grenadiers customs on social media. We had him growing up & I have been looking to add more to my M.A.R.S./I.G. ranks. Thought it was time to give him a go with the Destro (pictured above) already being in the works. I went back in forth with a purple vs. tan (replacing gold) chest plate, but eventually thought more color is better than mostly all one color for this crazy looking General. Helmet is from eBay caster (I did the red eye)... head/sword/scabbard/and belt (one of my favorite parts of this build) are Boss Fight. GENERAL GYPS, the mercenary commander, is so good at his job that governments would fight over him with the highest bidder choosing his role in their dirty work. Eventually they tired of his increasing prices & high demand during the "Future War" & opted to have him assassinated instead, so that no one could use him. Their attempts failed, & WAR MASTER hired him while on the run, to be be his permanent private military's general. Which gave M.A.R.S. militia instant threat credibility on their first outing. Some say he is lucky, others say he is a genius... all say he is victorious! Last edited by Steel Brigade; 09-04-2022 at 09:33 AM.. |
09-03-2022, 09:46 AM | #1472 |
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#348/139. WRATH ROCKET TROOPER(S) (based on G.I. Joe ARAH '86: A.V.A.C.)
Wrath Origin: Various Season 10 A.V.A.C. was one of my very favorite Cobras growing up & I have wanted to put him in "My MTF Universe" for a long time. It maybe his cool helmeted look & colors, or the fact that I got the Terror Drome for X-mas (my most prized G.I. Joe toy growing up)... but whatever it was, he was a controversial onesy (rather than a troop) in my childhood adventures, always staying with Cobra but conflicted with their practices & quietly helping the Joes. Because of his prominence in my playtime & the fact he was a vehicle driver, I wanted to plus him up when I finally made him & opted for the exo-suit with wing pack to mimic his Firebat. Cool repro head is from my usual eBay cast seller & I colored the visor. I've had this one built for a couple waves now, but traded him out with "Uncle S.A.M." (for the Independence Day wave) & held his reveal up until now... ;-) WRATH ROCKET TROOPERS are some of the main military offense for both WRATH & M.A.R.S. ambitions in the final frontier ...space. Known as the fastest human operated exo-suit flyers in or outside Mars II Battle Station, the "Red Rockets" (as they are called by the MTF Team) attack & defend with incredible precision, while their upgraded exo & flight suits keep them fully insulated against the terrors of space. Many volunteer in the DARK WATER TRIAD'S desperate military ranks to become a ROCKET TROOPER simply to get off of Earth & get into space, where humanities future lies, despite the high risks involved with the job! Last edited by Steel Brigade; 09-04-2022 at 09:37 AM.. |
09-03-2022, 09:46 AM | #1473 |
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#349/140. "THE SACRIFICE"
Shutendoji Cult Origin: Japan aka MIKI Shinjuku Demon Parade It's my birthday this week, but the only birthday SUIT you will be seeing is right here! LOL! Truth is I've wanted to have a "throw a virgin into the volcano" type character since I started working with Boss Fight blanks & PGV. After a long search I finally found a custom painted head that I liked for said character & the rest (-the stand) is all Boss Fight. I have had this one built since the "Girls, Girls, Girls" wave but swapped her out with "Eko Eko Azarak's Misa" for visual variety reasons... ;-) With Japan's sunken days, the young MIKI was a victim of existential questioning & felt the need to belong to something, after separation from her family due to hardships & death. She was beautiful... but aimless, & full of self doubts in a time where all paths seemed to lead to a hopeless ending. She did not find a true purpose until she met up with members of the Shutendoji Cult that promised her a new future with the "reset" of Earth led by their ancient demon god. Groomed by the SHUTENDOJI CULT LEADER, MIKI will make the ultimate sacrifice, as the belief is the demon god requires the blood of a nude virgin be released upon a stone pillar in front of the devout followers, while the dark incantations are read by their LEADER... in order for the unholy veil to open! Last edited by Steel Brigade; 09-11-2022 at 11:37 PM.. |
09-03-2022, 09:47 AM | #1474 |
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#350/141. MOSQUITO (based on G.I. Joe ARAH '89: Aero-Viper)
Gunrunners Origin: Mexico Season 6 Found this Black Major repro helmet on Ebay & knew I had to get to work on an Aero-Viper! I originally bought the Zorro head to use as his alternate head, but then figured I'd never display him that way, & this is why I repurposed that Zorro head (& thus, the Dreadhead Cleetus homage was born!) Had a blast going back & forth choosing the pack out on the harness in order to mimic the original figure. It was also fun mixing the dark green with the classic green for a little variation on the color pops. Never had the Aero-Viper/Condor growing up, (I do have the ROC version), but I really love how this one turned out! MOSQUITO is DINGO JACK'S air commander & will be leading all of the air strike's against the MTF Mobile Command Center. His code-name comes from his unique helmet's design that resembles the head of a mosquito. The helmet offers a 360 degree view which is helpful due to his elongated high altitude advanced bomber that utilizes both a quick turning radius & precise positioning to drop an explosive barrage on the enemy from above at near mind numbing speeds. Even on the ground MOSQUITO will prove to be a formidable foe, as he does both advanced hand to hand combat & weight training exercises to keep him in top condition in both mind & body for his flight missions! *2023 Alternate Helmet Color: *2023 Unmasked Alternate Head: Last edited by Steel Brigade; 05-15-2023 at 07:09 PM.. |
09-03-2022, 10:27 AM | #1475 |
Joe Gramps aka Mr H
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First off, happy birthday SB! This is a great round of figures, not what I was expecting. Destro, Voltar, AVAC and Aero-Viper are faithful representations of their original characters, but with your personal touch that makes them all the better. And what can I say about Miki, she just goes well with the rest of your "Girls, Girls, Girls" showcase.
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09-03-2022, 10:30 AM | #1476 |
Knuckle Massage!
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^^^ Ha Ha BIG Thanks Buddy! I always appreciate your support of this thread! Glad you like the "New Recruits!" I hope I can keep surprising you with my entries! I always want you to find something new here to enjoy or spark creativity!
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09-03-2022, 11:29 AM | #1477 |
Platoon Sergeant
Join Date: Jan 2016
Location: NC
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Cool updated SB, that Aero Viper looks Awesome!
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09-03-2022, 11:34 AM | #1478 |
Iron Grenadier
Join Date: Jul 2022
Location: America
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Great to see more!! Loving them ALL!! and HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!
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09-03-2022, 12:56 PM | #1479 |
Knuckle Massage!
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Thanks Fox! The Aero-Viper homage is in my top 2 faves this round! ;-) Thanks buddy! I appreciate the kind words & the b-day wishes! Good seeing ya! =) |
09-03-2022, 02:10 PM | #1480 |
Porkchop Sandwiches!
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