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Firefly (G.I. Joe)
Firefly is a fictional character from the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero toyline, comic books and animated series. He is a mercenary who works for the Cobra Organization as a saboteur. He is portrayed by Ray Stevenson in the 2013 film '' G.I. Joe: Retaliation''. Profile Firefly's given name is unknown. Even Cobra Commander doesn't know his real name or what he looks like. Firefly is a ninja master, a saboteur, and an expert in all NATO and Warsaw Pact explosives and detonators. He always places his charges in the proper location for maximum damage. His fees are paid into a numbered Swiss bank account and are always paid in advance. He makes no guarantees, and gives no refunds. H.I.S.S. Firefly also tends to go together with Black Out and Munitia as H.I.S.S. (short for ''Hierarchy of Infiltration, Stealth, and Sabotage''). Phoenix Guard The members of the Phoenix Guard were Cobra agents in disguise, but for Cobra Commander's elaborate ruse to succeed, each member of the team n ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sabotage
Sabotage is a deliberate action aimed at weakening a polity, effort, or organization through subversion, obstruction, disruption, or destruction. One who engages in sabotage is a ''saboteur''. Saboteurs typically try to conceal their identities because of the consequences of their actions and to avoid invoking legal and organizational requirements for addressing sabotage. Etymology The English word derives from the French word , meaning to "bungle, botch, wreck or sabotage"; it was originally used to refer to labour disputes, in which workers wearing wooden shoes called interrupted production through different means. A false etymology, popular but incorrect account of the origin of the term's present meaning is the story that poor workers in the Belgian city of Liège would throw a wooden into the machines to disrupt production. One of the first appearances of and in French literature is in the of d'Hautel, edited in 1808. In it the literal definition is to 'make nois ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Fort Benning
Fort Benning is a United States Army post near Columbus, Georgia, adjacent to the Alabama–Georgia border. Fort Benning supports more than 120,000 active-duty military, family members, reserve component soldiers, retirees and civilian employees on a daily basis. It is a power projection platform, and possesses the capability to deploy combat-ready forces by air, rail, and highway. Fort Benning is the home of the United States Army Maneuver Center of Excellence, the United States Army Armor School, United States Army Infantry School, the Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation (formerly known as the School of the Americas), elements of the 75th Ranger Regiment, the 1st Security Force Assistance Brigade, and other tenant units. It is named after Henry L. Benning, a brigadier general in the Confederate States Army during the Civil War. Fort Benning is one of ten U.S. Army installations named for former Confederate generals. The National Defense Authorization Act f ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Zartan
Zartan is a fictional character from the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero toyline, comic books, and animated series. He is one of the main villains in the franchise as the leader of the Dreadnoks, and a mercenary who often worked directly for Cobra Commander. His character was voiced by Zack Hoffman in the 1985 TV series, and he was portrayed by Arnold Vosloo in the live-action film, '' G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra'' and its 2013 sequel, '' G.I. Joe: Retaliation''. Profile Zartan is a master of make-up and disguise. Very little is known of his background, but he is suspected to have received European military academy training at St. Cyr. Zartan can alter his skin color at will to blend in with his environment, and is a practitioner of several mystic martial arts. He is also a ventriloquist, a polyglot (speaking over 20 languages and dialects), and an acrobatic-contortionist. Zartan and the Dreadnoks have also been known to use holographic technology and other means to disguise them ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Arashikage
Storm Shadow is a fictional character from the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero toyline, comic books and animated series. He is best known as the Cobra Commander's ninja bodyguard, and for his history with fellow ninja Snake Eyes. Throughout their history, he has changed sides several times; conflicted in loyalties between Cobra, G.I. Joe, and his blood brother, Snake Eyes. Storm Shadow is one of the most prominent characters in the G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero franchise, and has appeared in every series since its inception. He is portrayed by Lee Byung-hun in the 2009 live-action film '' G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra'', and the 2013 sequel '' G.I. Joe: Retaliation''. Andrew Koji portrayed Storm Shadow in the 2021 film, '' Snake Eyes''. Profile In his original ''A Real American Hero'' incarnation, Storm Shadow's real name is Thomas S. Arashikage (トーマス・嵐影) (''Arashi'' meaning "Storm" and ''kage'' meaning "shadow" in Japanese), a Japanese American. Storm Shadow ser ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Snake Eyes (G
Snake eyes is a roll of two dice, with one pip on each dice. Snake Eyes may also refer to: Film * ''Snake Eyes'' (1998 film), a crime thriller by Brian De Palma and starring Nicolas Cage * ''Snake Eyes'' (2021 film), an action film based on the G.I. Joe character of the same name * ''Dangerous Game'' (1993 film), or ''Snake Eyes'', by Abel Ferrara Music * ''Snake Eyes'' (album), a 2000 album by Killa Tay featuring a guest appearance by Spider Loc * "Snake Eyes" (The Alan Parsons Project song), a 1980 song from the album ''The Turn of a Friendly Card'' * "Snake Eyes", a 1991 song by Main Source from the album ''Breaking Atoms'' * "Snake Eye", a 1988 song by AC/DC on the "Heatseeker" single * "Snake Eyes", a 2013 song by Amon Amarth from the ''Under the Influence'' edition of the album ''Deceiver of the Gods'' * "Snake Eyes", a 2013 song by Sworn In from the album '' The Death Card'' * "Snake Eyes", a 2013 song by Winds of Plague from the album '' Resistance'' * "Snake Eyes", a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ninja
A or was a covert agent or mercenary in feudal Japan. The functions of a ninja included reconnaissance In military operations, reconnaissance or scouting is the exploration of an area by military forces to obtain information about enemy forces, terrain, and other activities. Examples of reconnaissance include patrolling by troops (skirmisher ..., espionage, Infiltration tactics, infiltration, Military deception, deception, ambush, bodyguarding and their fighting skills in martial arts, including ninjutsu.Kawakami, pp. 21–22 Their covert methods of waging irregular warfare were deemed dishonorable and beneath the honor of the samurai. Though ''shinobi'' proper, as specially trained spies and mercenaries, appeared in the 15th century during the Sengoku period, antecedents may have existed as early as the 12th century. In the unrest of the Sengoku period, mercenaries and spies for hire became active in Iga Province and the adjacent area around the village of Kōka, Shi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Marvel Comics
Marvel Comics is an American comic book publishing, publisher and the flagship property of Marvel Entertainment, a divsion of The Walt Disney Company since September 1, 2009. Evolving from Timely Comics in 1939, ''Magazine Management/Atlas Comics'' in 1951 and its predecessor, ''Marvel Mystery Comics'', the ''Marvel Comics'' title/name/brand was first used in June 1961. Marvel was started in 1939 by Martin Goodman (publisher), Martin Goodman as Timely Comics, and by 1951 had generally become known as Atlas Comics (1950s), Atlas Comics. The Marvel era began in June 1961 with the launch of ''The Fantastic Four'' and other superhero titles created by Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko and many others. The Marvel brand, which had been used over the years and decades, was solidified as the company's primary brand. Marvel counts among List of Marvel Comics characters, its characters such well-known superheroes as Spider-Man, Iron Man, Captain America, Thor (Marvel Comics), Thor, Doc ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Law & Order (G
''Law & Order'' is an American police procedural and legal drama television series created by Dick Wolf and produced by Wolf Entertainment and Universal Television, launching the ''Law & Order'' franchise. ''Law & Order'' aired its entire run on NBC, premiering on September 13, 1990, and completing its 20th season on May 24, 2010. On September 28, 2021, after an 11-year hiatus, NBC announced that the series would be revived for a 21st season, which premiered on February 24, 2022. The revival saw the debut of new regular cast members and the reprisal of District Attorney Jack McCoy and Detective Kevin Bernard by series veterans Sam Waterston and Anthony Anderson, respectively. The 22nd season premiered on September 22, 2022. On April 10, 2023, the series was renewed for its 23rd season. Set and filmed in New York City, the series follows a two-part approach: the first half-hour is the investigation of a crime (usually murder) and apprehension of a suspect by New York City Polic ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kre-O
KRE-O is a line of construction toys (similar to Lego and Mega Bloks) manufactured by South Korea-based Oxford and marketed by Hasbro. Kre-O was released in stores in Fall 2011. The name ''Kre-O'' comes from the Latin word ''creo'', which means "I create". Kre-O toys feature highly articulated humanoid figures called "Kreons". Kre-O blocks are compatible with Lego bricks, hence also compatible with Mega Bloks and other building block brands. Toy lines Kre-O ''Transformers'' is the first line of the Kre-O series. They were first shown in February 2011 at the American International Toy Fair trade show in New York. Transformers Kre-O figures include homages to their live action film, Timelines, Transformers: Prime and Beast Hunters sub-lines. Kre-O '' G.I. Joe'' was released as the third Kre-O line in February 2013 as a Toys "R" Us exclusive. This collection is based primarily on Hasbro's G.I.Joe: A Real American Hero toy line, cartoons, and comic book series, but includes some ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kreon
Kreon is a fictional character featured in comic books published by DC Comics. He is a Green Lantern from the world of Tebis. Physically, he is a tall, well-muscled humanoid alien with orange-tinted skin and blonde hair. Other distinguishing characteristics are golden prosthetics in place of his right hand and left eye. He first appeared in ''Green Lantern'' (vol. 3) #22 (March 1992). Fictional character biography Early history A warlord, General Kreon sought to end wars in Tebis rather than start them. He had seen the horrors of war and indeed had lost an eye and an arm in his service to the military. His beliefs about war were in complete contrast to that of his race: the Chietain, a militaristic warrior race. His race glorified war and the domination of other races. Their race was also far more advanced than earth in terms of technology. They had used advanced space travelling ships to invade Space Sector 3319. They saw this as necessary; their stronghold on the Sector 3316 p ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Spy Troops
''G.I. Joe: Spy Troops'' is a 2003 American computer-animated military science fiction action film produced by Reel FX Creative Studios and distributed by Paramount Home Entertainment. The film was released direct-to-video and premiered on Cartoon Network on September 27, 2003. A sequel, titled '' G.I. Joe: Valor vs. Venom'', was released on September 14, 2004. History When Hasbro launched '' G.I. Joe vs. Cobra'' in 2002, an updated revival of the '' G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero'' toyline that was sold between 1982 and 1994, they commissioned Reel FX Creative Studios to produce a series of CGI-animated commercials to promote the new line of figures. They would follow this up with an hour-long direct-to-video movie titled ''Spy Troops'' to promote the 2003 series of figures released under the sub-line of the same name. ''Spy Troops'' was written by Larry Hama, who wrote the original filecards and the Marvel comic series. Plot The plot revolves around G.I. Joe, America's "daring, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Built To Rule
Built to Rule is a building blocks toyline from Hasbro that is compatible with such leading brands as Lego. These sets were released from 2003 to 2005. Sets are usually based upon existing toys and characters from the Hasbro brand, such as Tonka, G.I. Joe and Transformers: Armada. G.I. Joe Built To Rule was marketed as "Action Building Sets". All sets came with one set of building blocks you could build into a full sized vehicle, and one specially designed 3 3/4 G.I. Joe figure. The forearms and the calves of the figures sport places where blocks could be attached. 2003 The 2003 Built To Rule followed the '' G.I. Joe: Spy Troops'' story line. * Armadillo Assault with Duke * Depth Ray with Wet Suit * Forest Fox with Frostbite * Locust with Hollow Point * Raging Typhoon with Blowtorch * Rock Crusher with Gung-Ho * Cobra Moccasin with Cobra Moray * Cobra Raven with Wild Weasel 2004 Some of the figures in 2004 featured additional articulation with a mid-thigh cut joint. * Ground S ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
