JoeCanuck

I picked up Raptor on the weekend - the figure is fine, the accessories are fine, the update from the ARAH original is very well done. But...
this is the first Classified figure that I have purchased that I just don't care about.  And the fact he was a more expensive "deluxe" figure probably adds to the Meh feeling I have towards it.   
The best part about GIJoe is there is enough variety that allows for something for everyone, but I can confirm, this one is not for me.
I also passed on the troop two pack Steel Brigade and Twilight Guard.

They look very nice, I preordered all 4 as well. And I will keep my eye peeled for preordering the twins. I expect bbts to have them listed oct 1st or so. They have revealed what looks like the outline of the twins in suits.

YO JOE!

Here is a nice review

https://www.youtube.com/live/iaojzXlmjus?feature=shared

I ordered the first wave of 4 from Super7. CC is the best one IMO.

Can't wait to see who will be in wave 2. I'm hoping for Raven, Shooter, Lady J, Scarlett, ...

Beside the Baroness, I always thought female characters were not well made by Hasbro.

You might get one of those choices in the next wave, but after they had to cancel the all female Ultimates wave earlier this year it is not likely we'll see an all female wave again.   Also it seems that they are confined to the cartoon and comics so if they ever did a Shooter it would probably be the male version.

I'm not sure what the next wave will be, but I'm sure we'll see a cartoon accurate BAT sooner rather than later.

Also how are the figures themselves in regards to quality and build?   The few reviews I have seen seem to point to a number of small issues.

From the Dragonfly set, I'm looking for:
1. NF Ripcord
2. NF Crazylegs

If anyone wants to sell them.

I ordered the first wave of 4 from Super7. CC is the best one IMO.

Can't wait to see who will be in wave 2. I'm hoping for Raven, Shooter, Lady J, Scarlett, ...

Beside the Baroness, I always thought female characters were not well made by Hasbro.

Got my "confirm your address" email for the Dragonfly!  Should arrive before the end of the year - fingers crossed.

Same here. 

Although I think most backers could see the Dragonfly before December.   Going on what happened before stock usually ships out pretty fast after the deadline to update your shipping address.   Some of the backers could see the Dragonfly before Halloween.   Most could probably see it before December.    In any case most should see it before the end of the year.

Got my "confirm your address" email for the Dragonfly!  Should arrive before the end of the year - fingers crossed.

I'll say again.. if its cartoon appearance, I'm not super interested...unless they were unreleased figures, then maybe.

Honestly, I would be down for as close-to-reissues as possible of the originals, except update the 82/83 figures with a little more detail. I also would want better plastic for hands and feet so they don't break. Keep it to '83-'88 lineup with a smattering of some later year figures. Trooper builder packs would be great. Vehicles too but I think due to small run it would be too costly for me to buy them....depends on what it is.

Lots of my current figures are becoming too fragile and I'm not interested in just setting them up to stand on a shelf and never be touched.

These toys need to be played with by kids, if that can even be done anymore.

For the current images:
- I just can't get excited about twins in business suits.
- Cover girl looks good. Could use some colour on her face to make her look a little less plain.
-  I'll wait for a better coloured snake eyes and bat (you know there's a repaint coming in vintage colours).
- CC looks excellent and would be my for sure get from this wave. I think I like this better then the original battle helmet version. Would be nice if wave 2 had hooded version (are they doing that anymore?)

If these were $15 CDN I'd try and make a go of it.

I look forward to have the twins in business suits!!! The other figures look nice, but it seems they went for a safe choice. At least no duke (but I like duke, though) in this first wave. I want: Bongo the bear, Dr Venom, Billy, the giant in the episode in the arena, Raven in o-ring, .... SO MANY CHARACTERS!!!