It is a disturbing trend and probably costs them a good number of pre-orders until people see a properly futzed figure when fans get it in hand. OMG sells tons of Hot Toys for them.
Sideshow Collectibles Storm Shadow version 2 comes with a Cobra base and cobra markings on his box. As we all know this version of Storm Shadow was actually a member of the G.I. Joe team, so which display base to go with?