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Red Ninja

(aka Red Ninja Viper, Cobra Red Ninja)








chronological: T'Gin-Zu<< Red Ninja >>Crimson Guard Commander
alphabetical: Red Dog<< Red Ninja >>Red Ninja Leader

 

Animated Appearances

To my knowledge, Red Ninjas were never animated.


Classic Marvel Comic Appearances

By my count, Red Ninjas were discernible in 216 panels in 18 issues from Mar. 1984 to Mar. 1994: #21, Yearbook 3, 84, 85, 91, 120, 121, 122, 123, 124, 126, 132, 133, 134, 136, 137, 138, and 146. They were not featured in the Order of Battle.

Figure Releases

Versions: 1. 1993 (Battle Ax)
2. 2004 (Ninja Strike Team)
3. 2005 (Comic #21)
4. 2007 (25th Wave 3)
5. 2008 (Snake Eyes vs. Red Ninjas)
 
Version 1: spring 1993 boxed Ninja Raider Battle Ax vehicle
Battle Ax OperatorMOS 1: Battle Ax Vehicle Operator
MOS 2: Cobra Elite Ninja Master
  • head: Dice (92), Red Ninja (93)
  • arms: Dice (92), Red Ninja (93)
  • torso: Dice (92), Red Ninja (93)
  • waist: Dice (92), Red Ninja (93)
  • legs: Dice (92), Red Ninja (93)
Accessories: neon red axe (92 Dice's).
RED NINJAS are ruthless mercenaries who work mainly for Cobra Commander. They earn top dollar in battle because they are the most feared ninja warriors since the No-Kan-Doo ninja dynasty terrorized China in the 15th century. When Red Ninjas enter a fight, they're in it until the bitter end (or until they get paid more money to fight someone else). G.I. Joe is the only force that has ever defeated them, as they did in the famous Sushi battle that had sweet and sour moments for both sides. Red Ninjas possess advanced ninjutsu skills that are hard to find, and they fight like razor-toothed sharks in a feeding frenzy.
Motto: "We spin 'n chop our enemies faster than frogs in blenders!"
Toy Notes: Featured in the Ninja Raiders commercial. Item #6793.
Version 2: November 2004 Ninja Cobra Strike Team carded set
COBRA Ninja Warrior
Red Ninja Viper
MOS 1: Mercenary
MOS 2: Ninja Master
  • head: Storm Shadow (84, 97, 05/IV), Ninja Viper (92), Black Dragon Ninja (04), Red Ninja Viper (04)
  • upper arms: Storm Shadow (84, 97), Ninja Viper (92), Black Dragon Ninja (04), Red Ninja Viper (04)
  • lower arms: Storm Shadow (84, 97, 05/IV, 06), Ninja Viper (92), Black Dragon Ninja (04), Red Ninja Viper (04)
  • torso: Storm Shadow (84, 97, 05/IV), Ninja Viper (92), Black Dragon Ninja (04), Red Ninja Viper (04)
  • waist: Storm Shadow (84, 97, 05/IV), Ninja Viper (92), Black Dragon Ninja (04), Red Ninja Viper (04)
  • legs: Storm Shadow (84, 97, 05/IV), Ninja Viper (92), Black Dragon Ninja (04), Red Ninja Viper (04)
Accessories (shared between two figures): black knife (03 Over Kill's), black sword (92 Storm Shadow's), black sword (92 Nunchuk's), black bow (from 02 Scarlett's crossbow), black arrow (02 Scarlett's).
RED NINJA VIPER warriors, wearing the symbol of the Arashkiage clan, are ruthless mercenaries who work mainly for COBRA COMMANDER. They earn top dollar in battle because they are one of the most formidable clans of ninja warriors existing today. When RED NINJA VIPER troopers enter a fight, they're in it until the bitter end (or until they get paid more money to fight someone else). The G.I. JOE Team is the only force that has ever defeated them. RED NINJA VIPER warriors possess advanced ninjitsu skills that are hard to find, and they fight with razor-sharp moves that are almost faster than the eye can see.
"We spin and slice with the skill of the great masters, but only for the best price."
Toy Notes: Two copies were carded in a Toys 'R Us-exclusive set with Black Dragon Ninja, Storm Shadow, and the two Vypra sisters. Item #00678.
Version 3: May 2005 Wave 4 comic three-pack assortment
COBRA Ninja Warrior
Red Ninja Viper
MOS 1: Mercenary
MOS 2: Ninja
  • head: Storm Shadow (88, 04/VI), Red Ninja Viper (05)
  • upper arms: Storm Shadow (88, 04/VI, 06), Red Ninja Viper (05)
  • lower arms: Storm Shadow (88, 04/VI), Red Ninja Viper (05)
  • torso: Storm Shadow (88, 04/VI), Red Ninja Viper (05)
  • waist: Storm Shadow (88, 04/VI), Red Ninja Viper (05)
  • legs: Storm Shadow (88, 04/VI), Red Ninja Viper (05)
Accessories: black sword with silver blade (02 Snake Eyes's), two silver sickles with brown handle (05 Cobra Slice's).
RED NINJA VIPER warriors, wearing the symbol of the Arashkiage clan, are ruthless mercenaries who work mainly for COBRA COMMANDER. They earn top dollar in battle because they are one of the most formidable clans of ninja warriors existing today. When RED NINJA VIPER troopers enter a fight, they're in it until the bitter end (or until they get paid more money to fight someone else). The G.I. JOE Team is the only force that has ever defeated them. RED NINJA VIPER warriors possess advanced ninjitsu skills that are hard to find, and they fight with razor-sharp moves that are almost faster than the eye can see.
"We spin and slice with the skill of the great masters, but only for the best price."
Toy Notes: Carded in a three-pack with Storm Shadow, Snake Eyes, and a reprint of Marvel #21. Item #61061.
Version 4: October 2007 25th Anniversary Wave 3 carded figure assortment
The Enemy
Cobra Red Ninja
MOS 1: Vehicle Operations
MOS 2: Ninja
  • head: Red Ninja (07, 08), Red Ninja Leader (08), Snake Eyes (08/VIII)
  • arms: Storm Shadow (07/I, 07/II, 07/III, 08/I, 08/II, 09/I, 09/III), Red Ninja (07, 08), Red Ninja Leader (08), Snake Eyes (08/VIII)
  • body: Storm Shadow (07/I, 07/II, 07/III, 08/I, 08/II, 09/II, 09/III, 09/IV), Red Ninja (07, 08), Red Ninja Leader (08), Snake Eyes (08/VIII), Cobra Ninja Viper (08)
  • upper legs: Storm Shadow (07/I, 07/II, 07/III, 08/I, 08/II, 09/II, 09/IV), Red Ninja (07, 08), Red Ninja Leader (08), Snake Eyes (08/VIII), Cobra Ninja Viper (08)
  • lower legs to ankle: Storm Shadow (07/I, 07/II, 07/III, 08/I, 08/II), Red Ninja (07, 08), Red Ninja Leader (08), Snake Eyes (08/VIII), Cobra Ninja Viper (08)
  • feet: Storm Shadow (07/I, 07/II, 07/III, 08/I, 08/II, 09/I), Red Ninja (07, 08), Red Ninja Leader (08), Snake Eyes (08/VIII), Cobra Ninja Viper (08)
Accessories: black knife with silver blade (07 Storm Shadow's), black short sword with gold guard and silver blade (07 Storm Shadow's), black long sword with gold guard and silver blade (07 Storm Shadow's), black bow (07 Storm Shadow's), long silver man-catcher with six spikes (new), black quiver with grey arrows (07 Storm Shadow's), black Cobra figure stand.
RED NINJAS are ruthless mercenaries who work mainly for COBRA COMMANDER. They earn top dollar in battle because they are one of the most feared ninja warrior clans of all time. When RED NINJAS enter a fight, they're in it until the bitter end (or until they get paid more money to fight someone else). G.I. JOE is the only force that has ever defeated them, but they had to call upon every tactic and weapon in their arsenal before they were able to subdue them. RED NINJAS possess advanced ninjitsu skills that are hard to find, and they fight like razor-toothed sharks in a feeding frenzy.
"We spin and chop with sword and battle axe so quickly that you never see the blades coming."
Toy Notes: Item #27467.
Version 5: April 2008 Snake Eyes vs. Red Ninja Troopers boxed set
The Enemy
Cobra Red Ninja
MOS 1: Mercenary
MOS 2: Ninja
  • head: Red Ninja (07, 08), Red Ninja Leader (08), Snake Eyes (08/VIII)
  • arms: Storm Shadow (07/I, 07/II, 07/III, 08/I, 08/II, 09/I, 09/III), Red Ninja (07, 08), Red Ninja Leader (08), Snake Eyes (08/VIII)
  • body: Storm Shadow (07/I, 07/II, 07/III, 08/I, 08/II, 09/II, 09/III, 09/IV), Red Ninja (07, 08), Red Ninja Leader (08), Snake Eyes (08/VIII), Cobra Ninja Viper (08)
  • upper legs: Storm Shadow (07/I, 07/II, 07/III, 08/I, 08/II, 09/II, 09/IV), Red Ninja (07, 08), Red Ninja Leader (08), Snake Eyes (08/VIII), Cobra Ninja Viper (08)
  • lower legs to ankle: Storm Shadow (07/I, 07/II, 07/III, 08/I, 08/II), Red Ninja (07, 08), Red Ninja Leader (08), Snake Eyes (08/VIII), Cobra Ninja Viper (08)
  • feet: Storm Shadow (07/I, 07/II, 07/III, 08/I, 08/II, 09/I), Red Ninja (07, 08), Red Ninja Leader (08), Snake Eyes (08/VIII), Cobra Ninja Viper (08)
Accessories: brown knife with black guard and silver blade (07 Storm Shadow's), brown short sword with black guard and silver blade (07 Storm Shadow's), brown long sword with black guard and silver blade (07 Storm Shadow's), black bow (07 Storm Shadow's), silver man-catcher (07 Cobra Red Ninja's), black quiver with brown bandolier and arrows (07 Storm Shadow's), black Cobra figure stand.
RED NINJAS are ruthless mercenaries who work mainly for COBRA COMMANDER. They earn top dollar in battle because they are one of the most feared ninja warrior clans of all time. When RED NINJAS enter a fight, they're in it until the bitter end (or until they get paid more money to fight someone else). G.I. JOE is the only force that has ever defeated them, but they had to call upon every tactic and weapon in their arsenal before they were able to subdue them. RED NINJAS possess advanced ninjitsu skills that are hard to find, and they fight like razor-toothed sharks in a feeding frenzy.
"We spin and chop with sword and battle axe so quickly that you never see the blades coming."
Toy Notes: Three copies were boxed in a Toys 'R Us-exclusive set with Snake Eyes and Cobra Red Ninja Leader). Item #32537.