G.I. Joe Backstop, Dogfight, Wild Card & Windmill (Hasbro, 1984–85)....

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G.I. Joe Backstop, Dogfight, Wild Card & Windmill (Hasbro, 1984-85). These four G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero figures-Backstop, Dogfight, Wild Card, and Windmill-represent the distinctive subset of characters originally available only as pack-ins with their respective vehicles. Each figure remains sealed on its factory-issued red mini cardback, the compact blister format Hasbro used exclusively for internal packaging and the occasional mail-in. Because these cards were never intended for retail display and were typically discarded during vehicle assembly or play, surviving sealed examples are often rare. The mini cardbacks show natural aging with light edge wear and softening from storage, while the bubbles across the group exhibit moderate scuffing. Windmill's bubble shows notable yellowing, though the seal on all four figures remains fully intact and the cardbacks retain solid structural integrity. For collectors who seek out the uncommon and often overlooked corners of ARAH history-or those assembling a comprehensive lineup of character pack-ins-this grouping provides an especially compelling opportunity. These figures capture a production format seldom preserved, reflecting a moment when Hasbro's vehicle assortments introduced characters as quietly as they did boldly. As sealed factory pack-ins grow increasingly scarce, this set stands as an engaging and historically rich addition to any serious G.I. Joe collection.

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