A Collectible Unboxing Feature
No elite fighting force dedicated to defending democracy is complete without a Ranger and SGT. STALKER has always proven ready to take down any enemy, no matter how diabolical.
Have to admit my decision to add SGT. STALKER from Hasbro’s G.I. JOE CLASSIFIED line of 6” action figure to my collection was two-fold! He was cheap (under $20) and had always been one of my favorites. One of the original in the series of 3 ¾” action figures released in 1982, the Ranger was always one of the more “badass” offerings in that first run (maybe it was the M-32 “Pulverizer” submachine gun he carried) and always a part of my “special missions” trifecta that consisted of Snake-Eyes and Scarlett. As the JOE’s field medic, Stalker also served a major role on the battlefield.
His file card revealed his name was Lonzo R. Wilkinson from Detroit, Michigan. Before joining the military he was an urban street gang warlord, which sadly stereotyped his backstory for the time, but also added a dimension of dangerousness that made him an even more enticing figure to own. In the comics and later the animated series that followed, Stalker is always considered a “first pick” and on the frontlines of every mission; it was always very curious to me why he wasn’t a component appearing in the big-screen movie released in 2009.
Certainly among the most playable figures in the original roster, Stalker is also the first one to strap on a JUMP jet back and go airborne. I always had him kicking some major butt and was happy when he was given the spotlight in any G.I. Joe adventure. He was described as moving “like some sort of jungle cat - silent, fast… strong,” which added to his mystique. The current line of Hasbro G.I. JOE Classified action figures, pays proper homage to the original 80s release and significantly updates its look. Still, not that he’s indistinguishable from the familiar fatigues he’s always worn as the JOE’s RANGER with the talented tongue for linguistics, not to mention the “Pulverizer” sub-machine gun.
UnBoxing
Standing at a rugged nearly 7” tall the SGT. STALKER action figure is highly articulated and can be posed ready for action! These chunky figures have become the most attractive to adult collectors, who fondly remember the 3 ¾” figures and now have an opportunity to recapture some of those great campaigns. The figure is fully accessorized and comes with two rifles, including his familiar M-32 “Pulverizer” sub-machine that packs neatly into a rifle satchel that clips onto the figure’s back. Stalker is also equipped with a field knife for close combat and survival and an automatic handgun with a silencer.
The figure also includes an all-weather desert Pancho and a removable beret. The only obvious piece of Stalker’s ensemble that is missing is a JUMP jet pack for making quick escapes from behind enemy lines. Still, it was incredibly hard to resist this contemporary iteration of the “SGT. STALKER” action figure, which only validates my deep appreciation for this particular member of the G.I. JOE team and with a new face sculpt that only confirms — he’s still a major badass!
Labeled as the 46th figure in the G.I. JOE Classified line, the package features exclusive art by Frank Morrison (morrisongraphics.com) making this highly collectible run a definite must-have for fans, and enhancing the figure’s credibility as one of the most desirable in the series. Posed on any shelf alongside Snake-Eyes and Scarlett, these figures stand ready to fight for the red, white, and blue, wherever there’s trouble, G.I. Joe is there! Yo Joe!
Hasbro’s SGT. STALKER | G.I. JOE CLASSIFIED Action Figure is available for purchase here on Amazon.
Product Description
G.I. Joe is a highly-skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe. These extraordinarily talented heroes are selected for their elite abilities and tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. With unwavering courage and steely determination, the brave members of G.I. Joe are prepared to seek out Cobra in any environment on the planet. From hostile jungles to ice-clad arctic peaks…wherever there’s trouble, G.I. Joe is there. This Lonzo "Stalker" Wilkinson figure comes ready for action, with multiple points of articulation for high pose-ability and 10 character-inspired accessories. And with custom artwork by Frank Morrison, the G.I. Joe Classified Series Lonzo "Stalker" Wilkinson package will make a mark on shelves.
Includes: figure and 10 accessories.
YO JOE! G.I. JOE EXPLODES INTO A LARGER-THAN-LIFE ERA WITH 6-INCH-SCALE FIGURES: The G.I. Joe Classified Series evolves the characters fans know and love into a highly articulated 6-inch scale with premium deco and detailing
CLASSIC LONZO "STALKER" WILKINSON-INSPIRED DESIGN: This figure features a classic design updated to bring the G.I. Joe Medic and Interpreter into the modern era, plus accessories inspired by the character’s rich history
COLLECTIBLE PACKAGING WITH CUSTOM ART: Joining some of the best artists from the world of comics and graphic design in our artist partnership program, Frank Morrison adds a unique style to the Lonzo "Stalker" Wilkinson package
HIGHLY POSE-ABLE WITH PREMIUM DETAILING: This G.I. Joe Classified Series Lonzo "Stalker" Wilkinson figure features premium detailing and articulation for dramatic action pose ability (some poses may require additional support)
EXPAND YOUR ROSTER: Look for other 6-inch-scale G.I. Joe Classified Series figures and build your roster of heroes and villains (Each sold separately. Subject to availability.)
Ages 4 and up
⚠️ WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD-Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.
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