YANN’S COLLECTION
• Addition of the brown cap (Mission Extreme), the wrist watch, shoes (not included in the kit !), the belt, a custom backpack sewn by my grand-mother (!) to carry the OG crossbow + OG compass + a rope, a mini-UZI submachine gun, a map, a camera, a flask, a silver grey pistol.
• Crossbow + Missile ARE MISSING. Pictures needs to be retaken with those items included
• Trying to get close to the illustration of the 1993 kit of the same name and using (different binoculars, with strap) it on the figure.
• Addition of the shirt from "Total Mission" kit (1997)
Stealthily emerge from the shadows with the "Obsidian Outrider," cloaked in mystery and ready for covert operations. This enigmatic figure is a specter in all black, from the hooded cloak that shrouds his intentions to the tactical combat knife that whispers of silent missions in the dead of night.
His piercing blue eyes are the only hint of color in a sea of darkness, gazing with resolve from beneath the hood. In his hands, he wields a futuristic crossbow, symbolizing precision and silent takedowns. The all-black attire speaks of a specialist operative, one who moves unseen and unheard, except by those who have already felt his presence.
The "Obsidian Outrider" is not just a mere action figure, but a vessel for storytelling that traverses the blurred lines between hero and antihero. Are you ready to unleash the silent guardian of the night into your world?
• Using many Mattel's Max Steel "Mountain Attack" parts.
• Bonus figure to Amazon Tracker (x-missions versions)
• Foot has been glued back into place
• M60 and SMG have been added
• The jumpsuit is not black but from a VAM figure
• OG black jumpsuit is stored with the figure
• Addition of the orange belt + pistol + big weapon Driller Kit (+ flask ? + knife ?)
• Addition of orange goggles and hat.
• Additional dinosaurs are not original, they come from another brand (Schleich)
• Tiger Strike clothes + figure (2005)
• Wrist Torch accessories (1999)
• GI Joe Beachhead gun+hat
• The grappling launcher with 3 blades is not working > needs replacement
• Addition of the grenades belt + 3x grenades (from Operation A.T.A.K.) + Knife sheath and dogtags.
• Needs a next-generation bearded head on an articulated body
• Addition of the spy case-to-concealed-gun accessory. Not sure if the glasses are the right one (gold instead of silver ?)
• Addition of the sniper rifle, the map. Display stand (1996)
• One spare dart is added
Shirt, pants and hat sewed by my mother & grand mother in 1996. Originally I put a Ken "Fashion Avenue" brown velvet jacket. Still with figure but replaced by a brown leather jacket more faithful to the character. Replacement dark reddish brown shoes with real laces are also included in the sealed package in storage.
• Addition of the rope, black headband, short machete + sheath, two-man saw
• Same figure as the illustration of the kit. Base figure is : Polar Mission (1998)
• And holsters and 2x grenades
• Original boots (black, short) not pictured but included in storage with the figure.
• One dart more than the retail version
• Military fatigues from "Light Infrantry" kit (1993 GI Joe - 1995 Action Man ). Accessories from the climbing kit (1994). Bag from Survival Base Camp (1995). Green belt from Total Mission (2002)
• Addition of the binoculars + the black pistol.
• Snakes are unofficial
• Unofficial UZI
• Needs to be boxed with the empty box I have / Swap for a better Gangrene mummy / needs addition of the OG mini-UZI
• Addition of the bag + rifle + accessories (sleeping bag, etc).
• Removal of the original scope rifle (in favor of Sport Extreme climber)
• Metal Gear Solid game inspired figure
• Combined with some Ken-Barbie clothes
• Two pair of glasses protected in a white cardboard box
Scale the highest peaks and conquer the Alpine terrains with the "Vintage Austrian Mountaineer" action figure! Dressed in an eye-catching orange parka, this seasoned climber is the quintessential image of a mountain expedition leader. His attire, complete with brown knickerbockers and sturdy black boots, is a homage to the traditional mountaineering garb, ready for both the rugged outdoors and the biting winds.
Equipped with a classic rifle slung over his back and a trusty ice axe in hand, this mountaineer is prepared for any challenges the mountain might present, be it navigating icy crevasses or setting up camp in the wilderness. His loyal husky, adorned with a decorative collar, stands vigilant, a partner in both spirit and survival.
With tools like a camp stove, cooking pan, and a canteen, survival is the name of the game. The figure's accessories—a pair of red binoculars, a compass, and a utility knife—speak of his readiness to chart unexplored paths and witness breathtaking vistas.
The "Vintage Austrian Mountaineer" is more than an action figure; it's an artifact of adventure that embodies the spirit of alpine exploration. Ready to relive the golden era of mountaineering? This figure will inspire tales of courage and the call of the wild in every child.
• Addition of P90 sub-machine gun + sling backpack and black secondary weapons on the belt (were purposedly missing on original retail figure, it's really a shame !)
• The harness is a copy of the blue model "Night Creeper" wears but DIY-made with FIMO-leather.
• From the 2002 Total mission kit (tank top + shorts)
• Polar Mission (2008) base (body + neck scarf + vest + pants + boots)
• From the GI Joe kit (Classic Collection 1996).
• The piolet has been replaced with a more recent one, as well as the knife that is black instead of matte grey.
• Try to switch pants with white/kaki camo ?
GI Joe Double Duty. Addition of the binoculars, removal of the ice pick, the body strap, the face mask.
2002 : year of the kit's release
• Lanard Ultra Corps vest + shoes + mortar.
• Total Mission clothes (2003) + Arctic Mission (2001) (in bag) + Polar Mission Kit (2001) (in bag)
• Addition of the knife, belt, wrist watch, shoulder sling instead of leg velcro for the Luger holster.
• Dressed according to the card art of the original kit with custom elements ( including a Max Steel blue belt and harness )
• With AM body and belt-holster with gun
• Addition of the kaki shirt
• The rifle is originally with orange accents
• This is one of the 2 color variants that exist on this kit (beige vs black beret / black vs kaki holster)
• Apparently it's a custom from the 2008 "Whipping Indy" from Hasbro and addition of an unknown brown leather jacket
Arctic Surf Bike + Polar Extreme Kit kitbash (snowshoes from "Ice Mission" kit instead of original climbing-irons)
• Jumpsuit is not original and comes from Lanard Ultra Corps (as well as boots)
• Grenades are changed to other versions, more textured.
• Removed the main gun of the Air Force Gear Kit.
• The black laptop is not here in the Electronic kit
• Addition of the orange goggles and vest + grenades and backpack
• Addition of the camera, the harness+bungee rope, the headphones and the parabolic dish mic gun, binoculars, wrist watch. Have to check if the sliding line is still in the case
• Boots + trousers + shoulder bag come from Beachhead GI Joe 2008 https://www.yojoe.com/12inch/08/beachhead.shtml
Addition of the vest
Power Team Elite
• Addition of the rifle
Addition of many elements
From GI Joe Adventures kit (2002) / Trousers from Beachhead 2002 https://www.yojoe.com/12inch/02/beachhead.shtml / Boots + ski mask from Action Man Sand Boarder Extreme (2001) / Vest from Arctic Adventure Set (1998)
• Combined the figure + the kit and added grenades and pistol + leg holster / removed the black P90 gun of the figure
Inspired by original GI Joe climbing claw figure (The Adventures of GI Joe 2010 series)
• Addition of the beret
• Addition of the elbow pads / watch / hammer and axe / periscope / Green beret
Adding the wrist watch / water container / the belt / swapped for brown boots instead of black ones