Cobra releases the Ghost Viper and D.I.R.E. Beasts in the G.I. Joe Classified Series action figure collection.

      Having enlisted Crystal Ball earlier this year, Cobra is embracing the supernatural in its fight against G.I. Joe with Hasbro's official introduction of the G.I. Joe Classified Series Ghost Viper & D.I.R.E. Beast action figure 2-pack, which is now available for pre-order in the US through Walmart. Check out the official promotional images and details below...

      G.I. Joe is an elite, on-demand special operations team comprised of men and women from all corners of the globe, tasked with protecting the world from Cobra, a merciless criminal organization aiming for total control. Wherever trouble arises, G.I. Joe is there. New to the G.I. Joe Classified Series, the Ghost Viper & D.I.R.E. (Dread-Inducing Responsive Energy) Beasts are ready for action, featuring multiple points of articulation for excellent poseability. This Ghost Viper figure comes with 16 character-inspired accessories, which include a D.I.R.E. Containment Pack, a hose, a projector, an alternate helmeted head, goggles, an alternate hooded cobra head, werewolf spectral head manifestations, two D.I.R.E. claws, two gas effects, a skull projection effect, a D.I.R.E. snake, weapon accessories, and a fully articulated D.I.R.E. wolf figure with an alternate head. Ghost Vipers and D.I.R.E. Beasts represent the forefront of Cobra’s supernatural forces, carelessly unleashing powers beyond their understanding.

      YO JOE! G.I. JOE ENTERS A GRANDER ERA WITH 6-INCH ACTION FIGURES: The G.I. Joe Classified Series upgrades the beloved retro toy figures into a highly articulated 6-inch (150 mm) scale featuring premium finishes and intricate detailing.

      INTRODUCING A FRESH CHARACTER: Presenting a new design that incorporates the Cobra “Shock” Troopers and their D.I.R.E. (Dread-Inducing Responsive Energy) Beasts into Cobra's ranks and G.I. Joe lore, complete with 16 accessories, including an alternate wolf head.

      EXCEPTIONAL POSEABILITY AND DETAILING: The G.I. Joe Classified Series Ghost Viper & D.I.R.E. Beasts action figure set boasts impressive detail and articulation for dynamic poses, enabling the creation of stunning dioramas (some poses may necessitate extra support).

      COLLECTIBLE WINDOWED PACKAGING: This figure is labeled as number 170 in the Classified Series sequence. The windowed box display highlights the figure along with its accessory loadout, figure-specific File Card Icons, beautiful original character artwork, and striking digital renders.

      BUILD YOUR ARMY OF “SHOCK” TROOPERS: By adding multiple sets of Ghost Viper & D.I.R.E. Beasts to your collection and arranging them with their accessories, you can create hordes of terror-driven Cobra villains to challenge your brave G.I. Joe figures.

      About Gary Collinson: Gary Collinson is a producer and writer in the film, TV, and digital content arenas. He founded the pop culture website Flickering Myth, produced the gothic horror feature film 'The Baby in the Basket,' and is currently working on the suspense thriller 'Death Among the Pines.'