My Pet Monster
Hey Cobras!My Pet Monster, created by American Greetings in 1986, was a plush toy designed to appeal to both boys and girls with its rugged yet huggable design. The toy featured blue fur, fangs, and breakaway orange plastic handcuffs, making it distinctive and engaging for imaginative play. Accompanied by a direct-to-video film and a short-lived […]
Battle Beasts
Hey Cobras!The Battle Beasts toyline, created by Takara and released by Hasbro in 1987, originated in Japan as “Beastformers,” a spinoff from the Transformers universe. These small, anthropomorphic animal figures each had a heat-sensitive rub sign revealing their elemental power—fire, wood, or water—which added a strategic rock-paper-scissors element to their play. Renowned for their detailed […]
Rambo
Hey Cobras!The Rambo toyline, launched by Coleco in 1986, capitalized on the popularity of the action-packed “Rambo” film series starring Sylvester Stallone. The toys featured highly detailed action figures of Rambo and his allies, along with vehicles and playsets that allowed children to recreate military missions and adventures. The toyline’s success was bolstered by its […]
Voltron
Hey Cobras!Matchbox imported the Voltron toys from Japan, where they were originally produced by Popy, a division of Bandai, under the titles “Beast King GoLion” and “Armored Fleet Dairugger XV.” Recognizing the potential for these popular mecha designs, Matchbox repackaged and distributed them in the American market to coincide with the launch of the Voltron […]
Rock Lords
Hey Cobras! The Rock Lords toyline, created by Tonka in 1986, emerged as a spinoff of the GoBots franchise, capitalizing on the popularity of transforming robots. These unique action figures transformed from rocks into various characters, combining the appeal of natural elements with robotic action. Despite being a short-lived series, Rock Lords stood out for […]
Bionic Six
Hey Cobras! The Bionic Six toyline, produced by LJN in 1987, was based on the animated TV series that featured a family of superheroes with bionic enhancements. The toyline included a range of action figures, each with unique bionic powers, and a variety of vehicles and playsets that allowed fans to recreate the show’s high-tech […]
Ghostbusters
Hey Cobras! The Ghostbusters toyline was created by Kenner Products and launched in 1986, building on the success of the 1984 film and the animated series. Kenner’s development of the toyline was notable for its innovative features, including the inclusion of “ghosts” that could be captured with a special “Ghost Trap” accessory. The toyline also […]
TMNT’s 40th Anniversary
Hey Cobras!This year is TMNT’s 40th anniversary, and we’ve restocked our selection for the occasion!The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles franchise began as a comic book conceived by Eastman and Laird in 1984, parodying popular superhero comics of the time. Published by their company, Mirage Studios, the comic was an unexpected hit. In 1987, they licensed […]
Ghostbusters 40th Anniversary
Hey Cobras!It’s Ghostbusters 40th anniversary this year, so today we’ll be featuring their iconic headquarters: the firehouse!The Firehouse was the Ghostbusters home base, containing the containment unit, the Ecto-1, and was where the Ghostbusters stayed. Here, we’ve put photos of the 1987 Kenner Firehouse and the Lego Firehouse, both of which we have in stock!Check […]
GI Joe Skystriker
Hey Cobras!The GI Joe HasLab Skystriker is a must-have for fans, with its detailed design and impressive size capturing the essence of the iconic fighter jet. It’s sure to be a standout piece in any GI Joe collection, bringing back memories of epic battles and childhood adventures.Check out Cobra Collectibles on 555 Sargent Avenue, Winnipeg […]