Chasing Storm Shadow

We grew up in the 1980s and have an affinity for the Saturday morning and weekday afternoon cartoons that were so popular during that time -- He-Man, G.I. Joe, Thundercats and so on. We've discussed various collectibles from those properties in the past and will continue to explore them in the future, as there are a wealth of great collectibles based on '80s fare. But today, we'll take a minute to zero in on one of my personal favorite characters from G.I. Joe -- Storm Shadow, Cobra's ninja assassin and the longtime rival of G.I. Joe's silent commando, Snake Eyes.

Storm Shadow is mostly known as a Cobra agent, but the fighter -- recognized for his white garb and ninja weaponry -- joined the Joe team for a time as well. Storm Shadow has gone on to become one of the most popular G.I. Joe characters ever and has appeared in the original cartoon, movies and numerous action figure incarnations. With a hurricane of Storm Shadow collectibles to choose from, here are some of our favorites.

Storm Shadow statue, Sideshow Collectibles (2012)

Storm Shadow statue by Sideshow Collectibles

This beautiful statue from Sideshow is long sold out and limited to only 350 pieces. The polystone statue stands 20" tall, features interchangeable heads and includes Storm Shadow's iconic weaponry. You can track one down on the secondary market for about $400.

Storm Shadow screenprint, Rhys Cooper/Acidfree Gallery (2013)

Storm Shadow screenprint by Rhys Cooper/Acidfree Gallery

This 12"x36" screenprint from artist extraordinaire Rhys Cooper for Acidfree Gallery is limited to only 100 pieces. The impressive print is still available through the Acidfree Gallery website and is super affordable at only $25 ($40 for the limited variant). Get one while you can.

G.I. Joe #42, Marvel Comics (1985)

G.I. Joe #42 by Marvel Comics

This issue marks the first time Storm Shadow prominently appeared on the cover of the Marvel series. Check out issues #38 (Destro and Storm Shadow) and #52 (Storm Shadow and Quick Kick) for other terrific SS covers. Issue #42 goes for an easy $10 or less.

Storm Shadow figure, Hasbro (1984)

Storm Shadow figure by Hasbro

The original. This was the first Storm Shadow figure ever released by Hasbro, and it quickly became one of the action-figure line's most sought after figures. Tracking down a mint, unopened Storm Shadow on the original pink card these days is very difficult and can go for over $1,000. 

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