Also in 1991, a 'Talking Battle Commander' figure was released, featuring a blue and yellow uniform inspired by the hooded Cobra Commander figure. Cobra Commander was given another overhaul in 1991, wearing a blue and black ceremonial uniform, with an ornate redesign of his original battle helmet. In 1987, a new Cobra Commander figure was designed, this time outfitting him in full-body battle armor. This figure continued to be available as a mail-away figure until the line ended in 1994.ġ983 - 3.75' Hasbro Cobra Commander & laser pistol In 1984, the Commander was offered again as a mail-away exclusive, this time in a darker blue, with the iconic hood that he wore prominently in the Marvel comics. In 1983, the figure with the proper Cobra sigil was released on a card for mass market with 'swivel-arm battle grip', which made it easier for figures to hold their rifles and accessories. All of the original sixteen figures from 1982 were released with 'straight arms'. Wearing a light blue uniform and his signature battle helmet, early production runs were marked with an early version of the Cobra sigil, nicknamed the 'Mickey Mouse' emblem for its more rounded shape. Toys Ĭobra Commander was first released as a mail-in figure in 1982. The character was created by Marvel Comics writer Larry Hama, who envisioned the character as 'being in love with the sound of his own voice,' and drew inspiration from famous conservative pundit William F. He hopes to fray the fabric of society, using terrorism, tyranny, and economic slavery, to uproot the existing power structures around the world. Most dictators are hampered by pretending to pursue a noble cause, but Cobra Commander does not have that problem. Psychoanalysts who have studied his case files, have described him as an ingenious hustler with visions of grandeur, which makes him all the more dangerous. His charm can twist intentions and morals, so that his rhetoric actually reads as plausible and relatable to his minions. ĭangerously destabilized, Cobra Commander's persona runs the gamut from friendly and charismatic, to terrifyingly brutal and psychopathic. No matter how dire or unscathed, Cobra Commander's hatred and drive have only grown ruthless and more focused. Joe Team, who have ended up fighting Cobra almost exclusively. However, he always manages to find a way out of every situation, having become a constant foil for the G.I. Over the years, Cobra Commander has suffered assassination attempts, and even an imposter posing as him for a time. He is believed to have personally led uprisings in the Middle East, Southeast Asia, and other trouble spots, while being held responsible for kidnapping scientists, businessmen, and military leaders, forcing them to reveal their top level secrets. His objective is total control of the world's governments, people, wealth, and resources, brought about by revolution and chaos.

Savage and the Screaming EaglesĬobra Commander is a fanatical leader who rules with an iron fist and demands total loyalty or allegiance.

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