G.I. Joe Classifieds from Toy Fair Are Up for Pre-Orders!

I have probably mentioned this before here (I know I have mentioned it on my social media): I am a HUGE G.I. Joe fan. And, I have been loving and been obsessed with G.I. Joe Classified figures. Being low on cash has made it harder for me to keep with the more recent releases. But, maybe that will change soon? I certainly hope. Anyways, Toy Fair showed a bunch of upcoming Joe figures, at the Hasbro booth. And, those figures are finally up for pre-order! Rejoice!

First up is the Cobra HISS Tank Fire Squad. This trio includes a repainted Range Viper, a HISS Tank Officer, and HISS Trooper. Obviously, this set is meant to go with the HasLab HISS tank. I don't have said tank, cuz it was really expensive and out of my budget. But, did any of you guys get it? If so what did you think about it? Let me know in the comments section below.

Anywho, I love the color scheme and the weapons/ accessories that comes with these figures. The multiple blast effects and said color scheme, really fit the name of this set. You can pre-order it here.

Speaking of Cobra soliders, up next is this badass take on the Cobra Frag Viper. I absolutely love the way the helmet looks and his waepons are cool!

The original Frag Viper came out around the time I was beginning to stop buying toys/ G.I. Joe figures, so I never got him. I hope to get this one though. You can pre-order him here. 

But, it's not just Cobra members that we are getting. We're getting some Joe team members, too, of course! Among them are the duo of Law & Order! And, if this is anything like the earlier Joe guy with a doggy, Mutt and Junkyard, then this one will also be one of the best Classified figures ever!

The original Law & Order was one of my favorite Joes ever! This looks like the perfect update/ upgrade of it, As such, they are THE must have of this batch for me. You can have them by going here.

We also get additions to one of my favorite groups in G.I. Joe, Destro's Iron Grenadiers in the form of Darklon!

Holy crap does this figure ever look awesome! I love his accessories! The Gatling gun and sword are as badass as hell! It's a great update of the original figure. Now, I was a huge fan of this group, but they came out late in the line. And, this guy, who is actually Destro's cousin, came packaged with his own vehicle, the rather not so great looking Evader. He obvioulsy doesn't come with that anymore, and that's fine by me. Cuz, I definitely need him, and if you feel the same way, you can get him here. 

This next figure is my second most wanted from this batch. It's Blowtorch!

Blowtorch is one of those figure, that I never had as a kid but always wanted. I mean he has a freaking flamethrower! This Classified version clearly looks cool, and the fire FX are fucking awesome!

We get another Joe team member in infantry trooper Footloose!

I love the weapons that he comes with! That LAW rocket launcher is especially kick ass! You can get him here. 

By the way, if you just want the figures from Wave 13 (that would be Blowtorch, Footloose, Frag Viper, and Darklon) you can get them together here. And, considering you get free shipping on orders of $79, that sounds perfect to me!

Speaking of sets you can get using free shipping over at Entertainment Earth, check out the Crimson Strike Team consisting of fan (and mine!) favorites: the Baroness, Tomax, and Xamot! 

I have the Classified Tomax and Xamot, as well as a retro cardback, Baroness Classified, but these repaints are cool! I love all the Crimson Guard stuff. Also, the attaché case they come in rules! You can get them here,

The last figure from this massive preorder batch is British Special Air Service member Big Ben!

The original Bug Ben is an early 90s figure, so I was long done buying at that point in time. As such, I definitely didn't have him. But, damn does this figure ever look cool! I love his guns, and that gas mask is kick ass! You can get him here. 

So, fellow G.I. Joe fans, which of these will you be getting? Let me know in the comments section below. Also, please use the above links cuz I get commission, when you make any order. Anything helps these days. Thank you and Yo Joe! Or Cobra! if you prefer. 

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New Pre-Orders Seen at Toy Fair 2025: Marvel, Star Wars, John Wick and Muppets!

In early March, toy buyers from around the world attended the International Toy Fair in New York City (and, before you ask no sadly we were not on-hand this year), to see what new items companies would offer in 2025. Diamond Select Toys and Gentle Giant LTD unveiled a variety of new products at the show, and now those items are going up for pre-order! With busts, statues and action figures from Marvel, Star Wars, John Wick and The Muppets, it is truly the best of all worlds! Pre-order at a comic shop near you – find one at comicshoplocator.com! Or order online at diamondselecttoys.com and gentlegiantltd.com!

John Wick Gallery Diorama Chapter 4 PVC Statue
A Diamond Select Toys release! It’s the final chapter for John Wick! The (finally) retired assassin kneels before a stained-glass panel, sword in one hand and nunchuk in the other, in this all-new Gallery Diorama based on the fourth John Wick movie! Made of high-quality PVC, this statue stands about 8 inches tall and features detailed sculpting and paint applications. It comes packaged in a full-color window box. Designed by Nelson X. Asencio, sculpted by Jorge Santos Souza. SRP: $59.99

https://www.diamondselecttoys.com/john-wick-stained-glass-gallery-diorama/

Marvel Comic Scarlet Witch 1/7 Scale Mini-Bust

A Diamond Select Toys release! She’ll put a spell on you! The Avengers’ mighty sorceress joins the Marvel Comics 1/7 scale mini-bust line with this new release! Depicted in the act of casting a spell, Wanda Maximoff stands approximately 5 inches tall and sits atop a themed pedestal. Limited to only 3,000 pieces, she comes packaged in a full-color box with a numbered certificate of authenticity. Designed by Nelson X. Asencio, sculpted by Juan Pitluk! SRP: $99.00

https://www.diamondselecttoys.com/scarlet-witch-comic-mini-bust/

Marvel X-Men Animated Cable 1/7 Scale Mini-Bust

A Diamond Select Toys release! Get ready to go back in time to 1996! The time-traveling mutant Cable is the latest X-Man to get made into a resin mini-bust by DST! Based on his appearance in the classic X-Men: The Animated Series, this approximately 7-inch bust wields two blasters, features cartoon-accurate sculpting and paint applications and sits atop a technological pedestal. Limited to only 3,000 pieces, it comes packaged in a full-color box with a numbered certificate of authenticity. Designed by Barry Bradfield, sculpted by Michelle Riley! SRP: $99.00

https://www.diamondselecttoys.com/x-men-the-animated-series-cable-animated-mini-bust/

Marvel Premier Collection Deadpool & Wolverine Deadpool 1/7 Scale Statue

A Diamond Select Toys release! Pools of the world unite! Deadpool, based on his appearance in Marvel Studios’ Deadpool & Wolverine, holds Headpool under one arm and a sword in the other hand, while Dogpool sits by his feet in this approximately 11-inch resin statue. Part of DST’s Premier Collection, this 1/7 scale statue stands atop a smoking rubble base, and features detailed sculpting and paint applications. It is limited to only 3,000 pieces and comes packaged in a full color box with a numbered certificate of authenticity. Designed by Nelson X Asencio, sculpted by Rocco Tartamella! SRP: $200.00

https://www.diamondselecttoys.com/deadpool-wolverine-deadpool-premier-collection-statue/

Marvel Animated-Style Jeff the Land Shark Resin Statue

A Gentle Giant LTD release! Watch out, it’s a land shark! Jeff, the fan-favorite Marvel Comics mascot, is now the latest animated-style statue from GG LTD! Standing approximately 3 inches tall, this statue is based on the cover of It’s Jeff #1, depicting the land shark wearing goggles, swim fins and an inflatable ring. Made of high-quality resin, this statue is limited to only 3,000 pieces and comes packaged in a full-color box with a numbered certificate of authenticity. Sculpted by Casen Barnard! SRP: $59.99

https://www.diamondselecttoys.com/jeff-the-landshark-animated-style-statue/

Marvel Gallery Diorama Comic Spider-Boy PVC Statue

A Diamond Select Toys release! The boy is back in town! Young hero Spider-Boy flips over a New York City rooftop in this all-new Gallery Diorama from DST! Surrounded by flapping pigeons and posed heels over head, Spider-Boy measures approximately 8 inches tall and is made of high-quality PVC. This statue features detailed sculpting and paint applications and comes packaged in a full-color window box. Designed by Nelson X. Asencio, sculpted by Alterton! SRP: $59.99

https://www.diamondselecttoys.com/spider-boy-comic-gallery-diorama/

Muppets Lew Zealand & Lips Deluxe Action Figure Box Set

A Diamond Select Toys release! Let’s get this show on the road! In the latest Muppets action figure release from DST, perpetual showman Lew Zealand, he of the boomerang fish act, joins the long-lost Electric Mayhem band member, trumpeter Lips, to form an all-new box set! Lips comes with his trumpet, of course, while Lew comes with a bucket full of fish for him to throw! Each 1/10-scale action figure features multiple points of articulation, and both come in a full-color window box with an opening flap. Sculpted by Gentle Giant Studios! SRP: $29.99

https://www.diamondselecttoys.com/lew-zealand-lips-deluxe-action-figure-box-set/

Star Wars Andor K-2SO Premier Collection 1/7 Scale Statue

A Gentle Giant LTD release! Welcome to the Rebellion! Reprogrammed Imperial security droid K-2SO was a breakout star in the Rogue One movie, and now he’s returning to the screen as part of the highly anticipated Season 2 of the hit Disney+ series Andor! This approximately 11-inch resin statue depicts the lanky droid standing on a rocky base and is limited to only 1,000 pieces. It comes packaged in a full-color box with a numbered certificate of authenticity. SRP: $200.00

https://www.gentlegiantltd.com/star-wars-andor-k-2so-premier-collection-statue/

Star Wars The Clone Wars Darth Maul (Shirtless) 1/6 Scale Mini-Bust
A Gentle Giant LTD release! Twin suns out, guns out! Everyone knows Darth Maul has some cool face tattoos, but did you know they don’t stop there? In the Clone Wars series, Darth Sidious’s apprentice rocks a full torso of tatts, and this is the first mini-bust to capture them! This approximately 6-inch resin mini-bust depicts the Sith Lord with his full-body tattoos revealed and is limited to only 3,000 pieces. It comes packaged in a full-color box with a numbered certificate of authenticity. SRP: $130.00

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DP Diva & PervCity Showcase Explosive Performances from Sofie Marie & Rebel Rhyder

(Los Angeles, CA / March 21, 2025) – DP Diva and PervCity deliver the top-tier talent this week with two must-see performances, as Maestro Claudio introduces Sofie Marie in her DP Diva debut and welcomes back veteran star Rebel Rhyder for another high-energy PervCity scene.

 

DP Diva takes a bow with “Busty MILF Sofie Marie Gets Messy Facial After First Professional DP”, marking the statuesque star’s first performance for the studio. Paired with Vince Karter and Donny Sins, the multi-talented performer brings her signature intensity to the screen with a knockout performance that highlights her undeniable presence.

 

“Shooting my first scene for DP Diva was an incredible experience,” said Marie. “Maestro Claudio has a way of making you feel completely at ease while also pushing you to bring your A-game. Working with Vince and Donny was so much fun - there was such great chemistry between us, and I think that really shines through in the scene. I can’t wait for fans to see this one!”

 

Maestro Claudio said, “Sofie Marie is a powerhouse - she steps onto set, and you can immediately tell she knows exactly how to own a scene. Her debut for DP Diva is something special, and I have no doubt fans are going to love what she brings to the table.”

 

PervCity shifts into high gear with “Rebel Rhyder Gapes and Prolapses After Getting Ass Fucked And Fisted”, featuring the return of Rebel Rhyder in a wild performance alongside co-star Milan Ponjevic. A familiar face to fans of DP Diva and PervCity, Rhyder has delivered unforgettable scenes for Maestro Claudio since 2020, and this latest scene yet another highlight in her ever-expanding body of work with the studio.

 

“I had such a fun time shooting for Perv City!! I always enjoy being in front of Claudio's camera - he always makes me feel sexy!” said Rhyder. “This was my first time working with Milan, and he was absolutely amazing - we had great chemistry and the sex was wonderfully hardcore, just the way I like it. I can't wait for everyone to see the magic we created!”

 

Maestro Claudio added, “Rebel is one of those performers who just gets better every time she steps in front of the camera. She knows the PervCity style inside and out, and she brings this fearless, all-in attitude that makes every scene unforgettable. She’s got a natural connection with her co-stars, and her latest performance is another knockout that fans won’t want to miss.”

 

For more information, visit DPdiva.com and PervCity.com, and follow DP Diva, PervCity, Maestro Claudio, Sofie Marie, Rebel Rhyder, Milan Ponjevic, Donny Sins and Vince Karter on X; DP Diva, PervCity, and Maestro Claudio on Instagram, and Maestro Claudio on OnlyFans and Bluesky.

 

ABOUT MAESTRO CLAUDIO:

Maestro Claudio is an iconic adult film performer, producer and director with nearly 30 years of on-set experience under his belt.  Originally from Trieste, Italy, Claudio started his career as a freelance engineer after graduating with a degree in Mining Engineering at the University of Trieste in 1984.

 

After obtaining his private pilot license, Claudio decided to move to the US to continue his pilot training. In 1993, he moved to Los Angeles and obtained his commercial, multiengine and instrument pilot licenses. But aviation wasn’t his only interest in LA: from a young age, Claudio had long dreamed of pursuing a career in the porn industry.

 

In 1995, Claudio’s dream finally came true and he started working in the adult business as a performer; his impressive gifts quickly sparked a buzz among the top studios in town, as well as legendary directors such as Paul Thomas, Gregory Dark and Tom Zupko. He soon expanded his professional repertoire to include cameraman, photographer, director and producer. Flying eventually became just a hobby for him - now unfortunately abandoned because of his tight work schedule.

 

Claudio now owns and runs his award-winning studios PervCity.com and DPdiva.com and, in partnership with Mick Blue, BAMvisions.com. Among his many accolades, he has earned the XRCO Award for ‘Best Director - Web’ in 2018 and was inducted into the AVN Hall of Fame in 2019.
 

Maestro Claudio still performs onscreen occasionally, but only independent content with female performers for his and their personal OnlyFans platforms.

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Shudder Celebrates Its Annual 'Halfway to Halloween" with its April 2025 Program Guide

 825 FOREST ROAD
Shudder Original Film
Directed by Stephen Cognetti
Streaming On Shudder April 4
Available in US, CA, AU, NZ, UK&I

Synopsis

From the creator of the Hell House LLC franchise, Stephen Cognetti, the film centers on Chuck Wilson starting a new life after a family tragedy when he moves to the town of Ashland Falls with his wife Maria and little sister Elizabeth. But he quickly discovers that the town has a dark secret. The ghost of Helen Foster has terrorized residents for decades, since her own suicide back in the ‘40s. Finding Helen’s old home is key to ending the hauntings, but the address they have doesn’t match any of the town’s existing streets. When Chuck realizes his family might be in danger of Helen’s wrath, he takes it upon himself to locate 825 Forest Road before it’s too late.

SHADOW OF GOD

Shudder Original Film

Directed by Michael Peterson

Streaming On Shudder April 11

Available in US, AU, NZ, UK&I

Synopsis

When several of his fellow Vatican exorcists are simultaneously killed, Father Mason Harper returns to his childhood home to spend time with childhood friend while he awaits orders from the Church. However, this small town holds dark secrets about Mason's past and the religious organization once run by his father, Angus. Thought dead, Angus reappears, forcing a reunion between father and son. But Angus is different now, and before long, Mason suspects he’s possessed, not by the devil, but by something… holy. When Mason attempts to exorcise the presence from his father, he sets off a chain of events that may end in a cataclysm of biblical proportions testing everything he holds sacred.

DEAD MAIL

Shudder Original Film

Directed by Joe DeBoer and Kyle McConaghy

Streaming On Shudder April 18

Available in US, CA, AU, NZ, UK&I

Synopsis

On a desolate, Midwestern county road, a bound man crawls towards a remote postal box, managing to slide a blood-stained plea-for-help message into the slot before a panicking figure closes in behind him. The note makes its way to the desk of Jasper, a seasoned ‘dead letter’ investigator at a 1980s midwestern post office. As he begins to piece together the letter’s origins, it leads him down a violent, unforeseen path to a kidnapped keyboard engineer and his eccentric business associate.

FRÉWAKA

Directed by Aislinn Clarke

Streaming On Shudder April 25

Available in US, CA, AU, NZ, UK

Synopsis

Irish folk horror from Aislinn Clarke (The Devil’s Doorway) follows home care worker Shoo, who is sent to a remote village to care for an agoraphobic woman who fears the neighbors as much as she fears the Na Sídhe — sinister entities who she believes abducted her decades before. As the two develop a strangely deep connection, Shoo is consumed by the old woman’s paranoia, rituals, and superstitions,  eventually confronting the horrors from her own past.

About Shudder

AMC Networks’ Shudder stands as the leading curatorial voice and cultural destination for genre entertainment, delivering an unparalleled selection of horror, thrillers, and the supernatural. With an ever-expanding library of films, TV series, and exclusive Originals, Shudder is accessible across most streaming devices in the US, Canada, the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand. 

 

Shudder has redefined genre streaming with a slate of groundbreaking and critically acclaimed titles, including Rob Savage’s HOST, Jayro Bustamante’s Golden Globe-nominated LA LLORONA, Phil Tippett’s MAD GOD, Kyle Edward Ball’s SKINAMARINK, Christian Tafdrup’s SPEAK NO EVIL, Chloe Okuno’s WATCHER, Demián Rugna’s WHEN EVIL LURKS, Veronika Franz and Severin Fiala’s THE DEVIL’S BATH, Chris Nash’s IN A VIOLENT NATURE, Sébastien Vaniček’s INFESTED, Colin and Cameron Cairnes’ LATE NIGHT WITH THE DEVIL, Damian McCarthy’s ODDITY, Robert Morgan’s STOPMOTION and the latest installment in the V/H/S franchise. Shudder also boasts fan-favorite series such as the Emmy Award-nominated THE BOULET BROTHERS’ DRAGULA, Greg Nicotero’s CREEPSHOW, THE LAST DRIVE-IN WITH JOE BOB BRIGGS and Mark Duplass’s THE CREEP TAPES, among others.

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Cherie DeVille Is Nominated for MILF Performer of the Year by Exxxotica Fannys Award

(Los Angeles, CA / March 20, 2025) – Cherie DeVille has been nominated for MILF Performer of the Year (“Who’s Your Mommy?”) at the 2025 EXXXOTICA Fanny Awards, and she’s inviting fans to show their support by voting for her every day at The Fannys – Who’s Your Mommy?.

 

As one of the most celebrated performers in the industry, DeVille continues to redefine what it means to be a top-tier MILF superstar, with fans once again recognizing her standout work. Winners will be announced live at EXXXOTICA Chicago on Saturday, April 12, during the Fannys Awards ceremony.

 

“I’m beyond grateful for this nomination and for the fans who’ve supported me every step of the way,” said DeVille. “This industry has given me so much, and I love being able to keep bringing my best to every scene, every performance, and every project. If you want to see me take home this award, please vote daily—it really does make a difference!”

 

Brazzers exclusive contract star and Lovgun Equity Partner/Brand Ambassador Cherie DeVille is available for booking through OC Modeling, and fans can find and follow her at BrowseAllMyLinks.com/cherie.

 

ABOUT CHERIE DEVILLE:
Cherie DeVille is one of the adult industry’s most accomplished and respected models, film stars and content creators currently in the business, with 14 years and 1700+ sizzling onscreen credits for top studios such as Evil Angel, Girlfriends Films, Penthouse, Jules Jordan Video, MissaX, Mile High and Brazzers, where she is currently an exclusive contract star - to her name.

 

Born in Durham, NC and raised in Washington DC and Cape Cod, Massachusetts of French-Canadian descent, DeVille’s journey to success has been marked by her incredibly diverse skill set and achievements; growing up, she was actively involved in horseback riding, ballet, band, cheerleading and swimming, and worked as a lifeguard on the Cape, as well as a children’s day camp counselor, before earning degrees from the University of Hartford and University of Saint Augustine in Physical Therapy.

 

DeVille then launched a career as a physical therapist and clinical instructor, which took her on assignments in locales such as St. Croix, US Virgin Islands, Florida, Virginia Beach, Nashville and the New Jersey shore. She also enjoyed a successful spell as a professional swing dancer and glamour model before making her way into the adult film industry in 2011.

 

The star is also recognized as a thought leader in the adult creator space, contributing political columns and candid interviews to media outlets such as The Daily Beast, The Hill, Yahoo, Rolling Stone, New York Post, Associated Press, Barstool Sports and controversial Netflix documentary Money Shot: The Pornhub Story, as well as an Adult Performer Advocacy Committee board member and Cam Model Protection ambassador, with the goal of elevating her industry’s practices and community. She has also won several prestigious awards, including 2018, 2019, 2021, 2023 AND 2025’s AVN MILF Performer of the Year and XBIZ Performer of the Year.

 

The 5’4 leading lady, who currently lives in Los Angeles with her partner and cat and plays Dungeons & Dragons in her spare time, continues to fuel her success and inspire those around her through an unwavering dedication to her craft, colleagues and many legions of fans who have supported her passions and extraordinary body of work over the years. To learn more about Cherie DeVille, visit CherieDeVille.com.

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Monster-Mania March 2025

This past Friday, March 14, 2025, my friend Freddie and I headed down to Cherry Hill, New Jersey for the latest edition of Monster-Mania. And, while I am  still struggling financially,  somethingwhich definitely cut back on what I could do at the con (on the bright side, there might be a light at the end of the tunnel, even if it might be a rather small flashlight), I still had a hell of a time. We both did!

The first person that I went up to was the lovely Dana Kimmell who played final girl Chris in Friday the 13th Part 3. She rarely does cons, so she had a long line, all day I was told. She had to do a photo-op, so I had to wait an extra 20 minutes on top of what I would have had to wait. But, it was worth it. She was so sweet and down to earth in person. She also still looked beautiful! Sitting next to her was her son, Kyle Dane, who wrote his mother's biography The Brightest Star. His wife and his sister (her daughter) were also hanging around her table. I let Kimmell know that she was the celeb I most wanted to meet that day. I also told her how much I loved her climatic battle with Jason, which I definitely think is one of the best in the entire franchise.

The only other celeb I met was Mike Martinez, who played the Killer Klown known as Slim in Killer Klowns from Outer Space. There were actually three Klowns on hand, but alas, I am poor (as I said earlier). So, I could only afford one. Slim is probably my fav, so I went with him. Hopefully, they will return and can meet the rest in a near future.

On a side note, I wanted to meet cast members of The Return of the Living Dead, a film whose love for I have mentioned many a time here. But, they were charging too much (each of them!), so I opted out. However, I must say that it was cool that scream queen royalty Linnea Quigley was only charging $20 for a selfie. She left before I got to do that, but it's fine, as I've met her twice before. Also, it was the return of the gorgeous Jewel Shepard to east coast cons, who hadn't done one since Saturday Nightmares 2011, when I met her. My friend did go up to her, which is awesome, cuz she is the fucking coolest!

There was some cool cosplay on hand. Here are just some of my favorites:

These are the autographs that I got on this day:
Friday the 13th Part 3: Dana Kimmell 
Killer Klowns from Outer Space: Mike Martinez

And, this is the swag that I got:
Trick or Treat (Synapse Films regular edition 4K)
Zero Woman: The Red Handcuffs (Blu-ray)- both of these came from the Diabolik DVD table, which had an amazing selection of movies (as they always do) and a couple of good deals. Like these two, which were both cheaper than they were on Amazon!
Funko Pop Ash Vs. Evil Dead: Kelly- This is an older OOP (out of print) Pop of one of my favorite characters from one of my favorite shows ever. As such she goes for at least $38 on Amazon. And, this awesome dealer at this con had her for $10!! This dude had the best Pop prices that I have seen in ages. If I wasn't broke I would have bought more. But, there was no way I as letting this one slip by. On a side note, the actress who played Kelly, the gorgeous Dana Delorenzo rules! As did that time that I met her a few years ago. 
Rats: Night of Terror- Free mini-poster/ slick handed out by Severin Films at their booth

And, that is it. We had an awesome time. Did any of you go to this edition of Monster-Mania? What were your highlights? Let me know in the comments section below. Anyways, I, now, look forward to the next con: Chiller Theatre next month! Any of you guys going to that? Also, let me know in the comments section.

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