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Crimson Guard: Cobra Elite Trooper, from "G.I. Joe - G.I. Joe - 3.75"" collection, includes the following accessories:
The Crimson Guard (often called "Siegies") debuted in 1985 as part of the fourth series of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero.
These elite troopers, experts in both combat and corporate infiltration, are iconic for their striking red uniforms and silver masks.
Available at retail until 1987, the "CG" is widely regarded as one of the best-looking figures in the entire line.
As a highly sought-after army builder, he saw extensive international distribution, resulting in multiple cardback versions in different languages with minor regional modifications—a staple for vintage action figure enthusiasts.
Crimson Guard (v1) features an impressive array of production and documentation variations:
Figure: Found in two different shades of red plastic and with either a short or long neck.
Backpack: Three distinct molds exist; the rarest is entirely hollow and light-colored, while common versions are only hollow in the center with varying shades of red.
Filecards: At least five versions exist. Notable text changes include switching his specialty from "Demolition" to "Accounting" and updating his educational requirements to include degrees in law or accounting.
International: Various packaging translations and localized graphic tweaks exist depending on the country of sale and Hasbro regional licensing.
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