Head, legs: Ret Cobra Commander
Torso, arms: PoC Beachhead

What we call the New Sculpt era is actually several product lines starting with GI Joe vs Cobra, followed by Spy Troops, Valor vs Venom and finally the internet-exclusive Direct to Consumer line. Along the way, old soldiers were given fresh looks and new characters were created. Looking back on that period between 2002 and 2006, the lines are a mixed bag remembered for strange figure proportions and so-so accessories, but also memorable new characters and fresh new ideas. This is an attempt to bring some of the better ideas into the modern era.

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''The Cobra Viper is my favorite troop builder of all time (probably tied with Crimson Guard). This version of the Viper is one of the wackier ones. I always liked the 2005 version's sculpt, despite the pea-sized head. I think it is a great modern version of a classic trooper. Since I had already made a blue version of this trooper in the Small Playsets Group Project, I will use this version as an officer.''