G.I.JOE Retaliation Kim Arashikage (Jinx)

Hi all, it's been awhile. Some things have cropped up which I need to take care of. And it looks like it's going to take some time before things get back to normal. I'll update the blog when I can. I wonder if this figure has anything to do with it...

I would have like to have got the SDCC version of Jinx but I just haven't been able to find one at a good price. This figure is the exact same figure as the SDCC version except here she's in her yellow costume as seen in G.I.Joe Retaliation. It's far from my favoured look of the character but it'll do for now. I'm not sure if it's just my figure but I have trouble getting her to stand properly. Her feet will end up facing inwards no matter how I adjust them. The paint on her head could be better. There's flesh colour on her mask and black on her face. It's quite noticeable. It should be an easy fix with a marker.  

She comes with a number of accessories. They include a case, a staff, a set of nunchucks, two swords and sheath, two axes, two sais and two fist weapons. 

Most of her weapons can be stored in the case. There are tabs where you can attach them. I've come up with this configuration where you'll still be able to close the case fully.

The case has a zip line built in. It would have been fun to use if the line were longer. Also, the case needs to be secured for the zip line to be used properly.

Articulation. She's got a ball joint neck, ball hinge shoulders, swivel hinge elbows, wrist swivel, torso pivot, ball hips, double jointed knees and ankle hinge and pivot.

Comparison shots.

I like the figure but not the look. This is another one of those get for the accessories purchases. I wonder if anyone would trade the SDCC figure for this. Lol. Thanks for viewing!

G.I.JOE Retaliation Blind Master

Here's a look at the G.I.Joe Retaliation Blind Master.

Blind Master was played by RZA in G.I.Joe: Retaliation. This figure is based on his appearance in the movie. I think it's got a good likeness. It has a younger look which I think is better. I like the hair and facial hair detail. They are textured. The scar on his face was painted on. The body used is similar to the Retaliation Storm Shadow body. The "skirt" portion of his attire is a separate piece.

He comes with a number of accessories. They include a hat, a mask, the nine ring sword, a flying saw, a staff with a hidden blade, a flute and a base. There's lots of cool stuff here. I especially love the ones with concealed weapons.

The hat has blades which swing out. Or inwards. Lol. This may have been how he became blind.

It's labelled as a shield on the package. It's difficult to have him use it as such. The strap is too long and it won't stay on his arm properly. It's really more suited as a hat. 

Here's an idea. You can attach the hat to the handle of the flying saw and get a two ended long range weapon.

The flute is another cool and unique piece.

Articulation. There's a ball joint neck, ball hinge shoulders, swivel hinge wrists, lateral hinge and swivel right wrist, vertical hinge and swivel left wrist, torso pivot, ball hips, double jointed knees and ankle hinge and pivot. The lower portion of his attire restricts leg articulation. 

Comparison shots. He'll fit in fine with the various G.I.Joe lines.

The figure is okay. The accessories will definitely come in handy. Thanks for viewing! 

G.I.JOE Retaliation Dark Ninja

Here's a look at the G.I.JOE Retaliation Dark Ninja.

From the back of the package, it seems we might have gotten an alternate head and the Storm Shadow backpack. 

The Dark Ninja is a repaint of the Renegades Storm Shadow. I would have preferred if the Red Ninja body were used instead. That one has ankle pivot. This is still a good figure though. Here he's clad in dark grey and black. The dragon on his costume is well painted.

Accessories. He comes with a pair of claws, 2 swords with scabbards and a backpack glider. There's also a pair of two prong claw like weapon. From the description on the package, I think they're called saber claws and that they are worn on his legs. You can equip them on his arms too if you like. The scabbard does not fit well on his back and it tends to drop off.       

I got him to hold all his weapons. Frankenstein style attack!

Here's the glider in action. Its a little troublesome to get him to hold the handles. I like the print on the cloth portion.

Articulation. Hes got a ball joint neck, ball hinge shoulders, swivel hinge elbows, swivel hinge wrists, torso pivot, ball hips, double jointed knees and ankle swivel and hinge.

 

 

We've gotten a number of cool ninjas in recent times.

Some comparison shots.

That's all for now. Thanks for viewing!