A new collectible figure based on the Cobra Mothership fromG.I. Joe: A Real American Herohas been revealed at this year’s edition ofNew York Comic-Con, celebrating forty years since the premiere of the animated series that defined a generation. Every respectable action villain needs to have a base of operations that can be intimidating and dangerous for the heroes that approach it, and Cobra’s Mothership fulfills every requirement. Shaped like the snake the evil organization represents, the vehicle is menacing enough to make it a formidable transport for the main villain of the story, and the new collectible fromSuper 7could be an impressive addition to any collection.
The ship’s diameter is measured at 32 inches, made in that length to have a visually pleasant scale with the 3.75-inch figures the franchise has launched before. Hidden turrets, light-up thrusters, and even a ramp are all featured as part of the collectible, turning it into a faithful item that pays attention to detail when it comes to how the Mothership works in the cartoon. When the roof of the ship is removed, collectors will be able to see a Command Center, an armory, and a prison cell, making the ideal place to re-create iconic scenes fromG.I. Joewith figures that are sold separately.
Since the project is part of a Super 7 initiative, mass production and shipping on the collectible won’t begin until the funding goals are reached. However, if the project can’t collect enough funding by the time the deadline arrives, every customer will receive a full refund for their purchase. If the product’s funding goals are achieved, the Cobra Mothership is expected to start shipping a year from now, giving collectors plenty of time to decide how they’ll display the stunning figure. You canpre-order yours now on the Super 7 websitefor $495.
The Enduring Legacy of G.I. Joe
The Cobra Mothership is based on the 1983 animatedG.I. Joeseries, which called Duke (Michael Bell) to action when the evil organization carried out their plans to take over the planet. Through a series of dangerous missions, the G.I. Joe team did their best to keep the Earth safe from what Cobra had prepared, making the necessary sacrifices to keep the villains from changing life as we know it. A successful toy sales record, comic book series, and even theatrical films starringDwayne Johnsonare all a part of the franchise’s legacy, with a devoted fan base following every step of the soldiers' journey.
Thanks to Collider’sMaggieLovitt, who’s in attendance at NYCC, you can check out more images from the New York Comic-Con display featuring the Super 7 Cobra Mothership and other G.I. Joe collectibles below.
