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Some will live and some will die...as the horrors of a Mid-Eastern massacre affect the lives of every one who has ever called himself a Joe. "Death in the Desert" is written by Larry Hama, with art by John Statema, Tim Dzon and Randy Emberlin. Plus: a Storm Shadow dossier drawn by Javier Saltares. Cover by Lee Weeks. Cover price $1.00.

Add to cart CBCS 9.8 $398.00 View scans CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 12/13/2020. Direct Edition. Label #21-197E115-020 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

Add to cart CBCS 9.4 $104.00 View scan CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 3/23/2021. Direct Edition. Label #21-21EE224-009 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

DESTRO: SEARCH AND DESTROY! Part 1 of 3. "Destro Must Die!" Cobra Commander launches a ruthless, all-out assault against his one time ally. First victim--the Baroness. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Rod Whigham and Randy Emberlin. Plus: a Roadblock dossier (which looks to be drawn by Michael Golden). Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $1.00.

Add to cart CBCS 9.8 $190.00 View scans CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 12/13/2020. Direct Edition. Label #21-197E115-021 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

DESTRO: SEARCH AND DESTROY! Part 2 of 3. The Baroness captured, the castle destroyed, Destro forms an unholy alliance with the G.I. Joe team to escape the wrath of Cobra Commander. "Escape from Castle Destro!" is written by Larry Hama, with art by Rod Whigham and Randy Emberlin. Plus: a Firefly dossier drawn by Ron Garney. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $1.00.

Add to cart CBCS 9.4 $69.00 View scan CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 12/13/2020. Direct Edition. Label #21-197F604-003 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

DESTRO: SEARCH AND DESTROY! Part 3 of 3. This is it--the showdown between Cobra Commander and Destro! Who will live? "Deceptions & Diversions" is written by Larry Hama, with art by Rod Whigham and Randy Emberlin. Plus: a Spirit dossier. Cover by Michael Golden. Cover price $1.00.

Add to cart CBCS 9.8 $155.00 View scans Paper: White Newsstand Edition. Label #21-27A0853-013 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

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Androids, androids everywhere! Cobra Commander's horde of android doubles is poised to overrun the entire world...unless Snake-Eyes, Storm Shadow and Scarlett can stop them in time! "Double Trouble" is written, illustrated and colored by Herb Trimpe. Cover price $1.00.

Add to cart CBCS 9.6 $200.00 View scan CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 3/23/2021. Direct Edition. Label #21-21EE224-018 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

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Two stories are printed side by side through the issue! In one, Cutter and Shockwave must save Bulletproof from Headman and the Headhunters. In the other, Flint and his Eco-Warriors hunt down the vengeance-mad Cesspool. "Diptych" is written by Larry Hama, with art by Andrew Wildman and Randy Emberlin. Plus: a Zartan dossier drawn by Larry Hama and Jimmy Palmiotti. Cover by Andrew Wildman. Cover price $1.25.

Add to cart CBCS 9.8 $380.00 View scans CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 12/13/2020. Direct Edition. Label #21-197F604-009 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

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The action heats up as Cobra Commander leads the forces of Cobra in an all-out attempt to destroy the Pit--the Joes' headquarters. Meanwhile, Firefly and his zombified ninjas launch an attack of their own--on Cobra Island! "Point and Counterpoint!" is written by Larry Hama, with art by Andrew Wildman and Stephen Baskerville. Plus: a Destro dossier drawn by Joe Madureira and Harry Candelario. Cover by Andrew Wildman. Cover price $1.25.

Add to cart CBCS 9.6 $138.00 View scans CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 12/13/2020. Direct Edition. Label #21-197F604-013 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

"Recon By Fire" Written by Larry Hama. Breakdowns by Andrew Wildman. Finishes by Stephen Baskerville. Cover by Andrew Wildman. As Cobra's assault on the Joes' HQ comes to a close, Duke, Roadblock, Snake-Eyes and Scarlett go off for a little R & R (reconnaissance and rescue). Cover price $1.25.

Comic is polybagged with trading card premium. Part 4 of 4. The Ninja Force saga concludes in "Unfoldings!" Is it defeat or victory for Cobra Commander? Characters: Scarlett; Zarana; Slice; Dice; Road-Pig; Cobra Commander; Baroness; Destro; Snake-Eyes; Storm Shadow; Hawk; Stalker; Wild Bill; Megatron. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Andrew Wildman and Stephen Baskerville. Cover by Andrew Wildman. Cover price $1.75.

Unbagged Direct Edition. Part 4 of 4. The Ninja Force saga concludes in "Unfoldings!" Is it defeat or victory for Cobra Commander? Characters: Scarlett; Zarana; Slice; Dice; Road-Pig; Cobra Commander; Baroness; Destro; Snake-Eyes; Storm Shadow; Hawk; Stalker; Wild Bill; Megatron. Written by Larry Hama, with art by Andrew Wildman and Stephen Baskerville. Cover by Andrew Wildman. Cover price $1.75.

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Featuring Star Brigade! It's mayhem on the moon as the Joes ride the "Oblivion Express!" Written by Larry Hama, with art by Phil Gosier, Crusher Wallace, Steve Alexandrov, Jim Amash and Don Hudson. Cover by Phil Gosier and Randy Emberlin. Cover price $1.25.

It's Star Brigade vs. the legion of the unliving in "Irresistible Forces." Written by Larry Hama, with art by Phil Gosier, Crusher Wallace and Scott Koblish. Cover by Phil Gosier and Randy Emberlin. Cover price $1.25.

Add to cart CBCS 9.8 $180.49 or Best Offer View scans Paper: White Direct Edition. Label #21-34FA3A0-006 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

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Billy turns traitor! Baroness gets fried! And the long-awaited return of Snake-Eyes! It's all in "Heroes and Medals and Things." Written by Larry Hama, with art by Phil Gosier, Jack Snyder and Scott Koblish. Cover by Phil Gosier and Randy Emberlin. Cover price $1.25.

Add to cart CBCS 9.4 $135.00 View scans CBCS Authentic Signature Paper: White Witnessed Signature: Larry Hama on 12/13/2020. Direct Edition. Label #21-19803A9-013 Consignment. 3% buyer's premium charged at checkout.

Special giant-sized 150th issue spectacular! The battle you demanded--Snake-Eyes vs. Cobra Commander in "Slam Dance in the Cyber-Castle!" Written by Larry Hama, with art by Phil Gosier and Crusher Wallace. Plus: Marvel's greatest talents team up for an all-star gallery of your favorite Joes and Cobras, featuring pin-ups by Bret Blevins, Tom Lyle, Pat Broderick, Alex Saviuk, Randy Emberlin, Ron Lim and Sal Buscema. Cover by Phil Gosier and Randy Emberlin. Cover price $2.00.

Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. 1st printing - "The Diplomat!" Written by Steven Grant. Art by Mike Vosburg and Chic Stone. Cover by Mike Esposito and Chic Stone. Scarlett gets the spotlight, as she races against the clock to stop a Cobra assassin. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. 1st printing - "Last Plane from Rio Lindo!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Mike Vosburg and Jon D'agostino. Scarlett and Hawk lead the Joes on a mission to South America to rescue Snake-Eyes, Stalker, Gung-Ho, and Breaker, but just where is Snake-Eyes? Destro seen again in shadow only. 1st appearance of Torpedo. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $0.60.

Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. 1st Destro. Larry Hama script. Mike Vosburg art. Jon D'agostino inks. "Destro attacks", Snake-Eyes, Kwinn, & Dr. Venom attempt to escape from a sunken cobra island bunker. Meanwhile, Destro makes his first full appearance as he plans an ambush in Springfield for the Joes. This is a first printing. All 2nd or 3rd printings have a 2nd 3rd printing notice on inside at bottom of indicia on first/splash page. 2nd printings were done for most issues from #2 to #63. Cover price $0.60.

Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. Larry Hama script. Mike Vosburg art. Jon D'agostino inks. "Night Attack" In Washington, D.C., Hawk goes hand to hand with Cobra Commander and Destro on the back of a rolling HISS tank and Major Bludd leaves The Baroness to die in an exploding tank. 1st appearance of Cover Girl and Trip-Wire. 1st time all of Cobra big wigs seen together. Introduction of Joes Wolverine tank. This is a first printing. All 2nd or 3rd printings have a 2nd 3rd printing notice on inside at bottom of indicia on first/splash page. 2nd printings were done for most issues from #2 to #63. Cover price $0.60.

Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. Larry Hama script. Mike Vosburg art. Jon D'agostino inks. "Loose Ends" 1st Major Bludd on cover. "Loose Ends". Snake-Eyes and Kwinn break out of a Miami jail. In Washington, D.C., Hawk is down and Cobra Commander, Destro, and Major Bludd are on the lam. Naturally, the Joes are more determined than ever to stop them. 1st Ace. This is a first printing. All 2nd or 3rd printings have a 2nd 3rd printing notice on inside at bottom of indicia on first/splash page. 2nd printings were done for most issues from #2 to #63. Cover price $0.60.

Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. This is a first printing. All 2nd or 3rd printings have a 2nd 3rd printing notice on inside at bottom of indicia on first/splash page. 2nd printings were done for most issues from #2 to #63. Cover price $0.60.

Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. If you love ninja action, this story is for you! It's the final showdown between the Blind Master and Zartan! Storm Shadow confronts all of Cobra's Red Ninjas! And wait'll you see the fight that Scarlett and Snake Eyes get themselves into! "No Simple Solutions" is written by Larry Hama, with art by Tony Salmons and Randy Emberlin. Cover by Andy Kubert. Cover price $1.00.

Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. Some will live and some will die...as the horrors of a Mid-Eastern massacre affect the lives of every one who has ever called himself a Joe. "Death in the Desert" is written by Larry Hama, with art by John Statema, Tim Dzon and Randy Emberlin. Plus: a Storm Shadow dossier drawn by Javier Saltares. Cover by Lee Weeks. Cover price $1.00.

Mark Jeweler Advertisement Insert Variant. Ron Garney art. Cover price $1.00.

Written by MIKE W. BARR & MIKE RICHARDSON. Art by TATSUYA ISHIDA, JERRY BINGHAM & SCOTT REED. Cover by NORM BREYFOGLE. Nine unique individuals with amazing courage, exceptional training and superior skills and physical abilities have come together for a dire cause. The world is buckling under the forces of S.K.A.R. (Soldiers of Kaos, Anarchy, and Ruin), and these soldiers of freedom may be our last hope! Ballistic, Black Dragon, Freight, Harpoon, Mayday, Metalhead, Quick Stryke, Sgt. Savage and Lt. Stone - they go where others fear, fight where others fall, and triumph where others fail. They protect the world from the forces of evil under a single, time-honored code-name: GI JOE. Cover price $1.95.

Written by Mike W. Barr. Art by Tatsuya Ishida. Cover by Norm Breyfogle. The GI Joes are wanted dead or alive! Hunted for crimes they didn't commit, the 'Joes begin a desperate search to find the foes who framed them. Even as things look bleak for America's greatest fighting force, rumors begin to surface of a legendary 'Joe who vanished in the year 2000. Has this mysterious agent once again emerged from the ashes, and if so, is he the 'Joes' last hope? 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.50.

Written by Mike W. Barr. Art by Tatsuya Ishida. Cover by Simon Morse. The Iron Klaw is a master criminal, and on more than one occasion he's tried to eliminate the 'Joes. But now he and the 'Joes have a common enemy, the deadly Red Scream. Lt. Stone doesn't want to work with The Iron Klaw, but he has to if he's going to bring his team through this mission alive. 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.50.

Written by Mike W. Barr and Nathaniel Lachenmeyer. Art by Joel Naprstek and Frank Teran. Cover by Joel Naprstek. The past collides with the future as the GI Joes' tough-as-nails living legend, Sgt. Savage, enters a virtual-reality simulation of battle-torn World War II Germany! But when the program goes haywire, Savage isn't sure if he's experiencing VR or the real thing! If he dies in the program, he dies in real life, and the only way back to his reality is through an entire army of very real Nazi soldiers! 32 pages, FC. Cover price $2.50.

2ND PRINTING; (W) Joshua Blaylock (P)Steven Kurth (I)John Larter (Cover) J. Scott Campbell. Reinstated! Part 1 of 4. The world's greatest task force returns! When secret government technology disappears into thin air, the clues lead to the unbelievable - Cobra, the ruthless terrorist faction of the 1980's, hell-bent on world domination ? is back! Only a highly elite squadron of "Real American Heroes" can stop them: G.I.JOE! Old favorites return to usher in a new era of G.I.Joe, and to shut Cobra down before they can slither their way back into American life. With painted back cover by David Michael Beck. Cover price $2.95.

Reinstated: Part 3 of 4 - Written by Josh Blaylock. Art by Steve Kurth and John Larter. Cover by J. Scott Campbell. Back Cover by David Michael Beck. While Snake-Eyes and Scarlett fight to stay alive in Destro's custody, Hawk, Duke and the rest of the Joes organize their plan of action. Cobra's strike begins, and many Joes will feel the effects. This issue definitely HAS IT ALL: Action, the return of an old friend...and a truly SHOCKING revelation! No exaggeration. Don't miss out on one of the biggest series in years! 32 pages, full color. Cover price $2.95.

((W) Josh Blaylock (A) Eric Hanson (I) John Larter (Cover) Steve Kurth. G.I. Joe is the code name for America's daring, highly trained special mission force. Its mission, to defend human freedom against Cobra, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world! This Issue: This issue takes place BEFORE the events of issue one and finally gives us a glimpse into the super-spy life of Duke before reinstating the Joe team. Better yet, this overseas adventure pits the Joe Sergeant against Cobra's most ruthless British mercenary, Major Bludd. Retailers, this is a stand-alone issue and a great jumping-on point for readers who missed the first story arc. Fill-in artist Eric Hanson (Tellos) takes thereigns while Steve Kurth does the cover. FC32pp Cover price $2.95.

(W) Josh Blaylock (A) Steve Kurth (I) John Larter (Cover) Mike Zeck In stores the week of May 1st. The Concept: G.I. JOE is the code name for America's daring and highly trained special mission force. It's purpose: to defend freedom against COBRA, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world. This Issue: Starting an all-new story arc! Jump on now! Cobra Commander returns with a vengeance, and he's bringing STORM SHADOW along for help. Destro, meanwhile, decides the fate of his long lost son. On the G.I. Joe front, the Joes investigate a Cobra arms deal while Uncle Sam ponders just how many Joes they need now that Cobra is "gone" once again. FC32pp$2.95Ongoing Monthly Series Cover price $2.95.

(W) Josh Blaylock (P) Jamal Igle (I) John Larter (Cover) Steve Kurth FC32pp$2.95Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of September 11th. The Concept G.I.JOE is the code name for America's daring and highly trained special mission force. It's purpose: to defend freedom against COBRA, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world. This Issue Dreadnoks! Dreadnoks! Dreadnoks! That's right, this issue is chock full of them, and everyone's favorite pink-haired Dreadnok returns. This issue begins a new arc that will finally let everyone know just what Zarana thinks of her bossy niece, and how the Joes are keeping tabs on the dangerous bikers. Recommended for readers and fans of G.I.Joe is a sure win with anyone into high adventure, military action, and more. It's an action story that plots the U.S. military against a team of near-super villains, and a great nostalgia kick to boot. Cover price $2.95.

(W) Josh Blaylock (P)Kevin Sharpe (I)John Larter (Cover) Steve Kurth FC32pp$2.95Ongoing monthly series. The Concept: G.I.JOE is the code name for America's daring and highly trained special mission force. It's purpose: to defend freedom against COBRA, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world. This Issue: COBRA's latest experiment terrorizes the Dreadnok compound in Chicago, but when its path of destruction spreads out into the city streets, G.I.JOE intervenes. However, COBRA is not about to let them go home with their new technological wonder. Recommended for readers and fans of G.I.Joe is a sure win with anyone into high adventure, military action, and more. It's an action story that plots the U.S. military against a team of near-super villains, and a great nostalgia kick to boot. Cover price $2.95.

(W) Josh Blaylock (A)Kevin Sharpe (I) John Larter (Cover) Joe Benitez FC32pp$2.95Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of November 13th. The Concept G.I.JOE is the code name for America's daring and highly trained special mission force. It's purpose: to defend freedom against COBRA, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world. This Issue Everything comes to a head, and it's Action Action Action! It's hard enough for G.I.JOE to stop the renegade Battle Android Trooper (BAT), but will the DREADNOKS and the ALLEY VIPERS be too much for our favorite task force to handle? Of course not, but it'll be fun to watch them take the bad guys out. Cover price $2.95.

(W) Josh Blaylock (P) Brandon Badeaux (I) John Larter (Cover) Keron Grant & Cory Hamscher FC32pp$2.95Ongoing Monthly series In stores the week of April 16th. The Concept: G.I. JOE is the code name for America's daring and highly trained special mission force. It's purpose: to defend freedom against COBRA, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world. This Issue: During his seven year absence running from the United States government, Cobra Commander found sanctuary with others like him. Dictators, criminals, and corrupt officials. Unknown to them at the time, he was slowly converting THEIR troops to rebuild the Cobra army. Now they want payback, and what better way to do this than by teaming up, and kidnapping two people most likely to know where to find him ? Flint and the Baroness! Cover price $2.95.

(W) Josh Blaylock (P) Brandon Badeaux (I) John Larter (Cover) Tim Seeley and HI-FI FC32pp$2.95Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of June 11th The Concept: G.I.Joe is the code name for America's daring and highly trained special mission force. It's purpose: to defend freedom against COBRA, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world. This Issue: With a G.I.Joe team sent to rescue the Baroness and Flint from their captors in Czechoslovakia, they finally start to work as a team with the October Guard and Destro's men. What will happen, though, when the patchwork team accomplishes its mission, and suddenly doesn't need each others' help anymore? Also, Lady Jaye lets Flint know what she thinks of the time he spent with the Baroness. Cover price $2.95.

(W) Josh Blaylock (P) Brandon Badeaux (I) John Larter (Cover) Mike Zeck and HI-FI FC32pp$2.95Ongoing monthly series In stores the week of July 9th THE CONCEPT: G.I. Joe is the code name for America's daring and highly trained special mission force. It's purpose: to defend freedom against COBRA, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world. THIS ISSUE: What would happen if Storm Shadow finally broke free of Cobra Commander's mind control? Find out in this issue! When a weakened, but fully coherent Storm Shadow flees the forces of Cobra, old friends come to help him. This story teams up Snake-Eyes, William and Kamakura on an unauthorized mission to save their peer from the clutches of evil, and free him from his mental prison. It's an action packed thrill ride that takes us from Snake-Eyes' cabin in the High Sierras to the mean streets of Los Angeles, leading up to the all new SILENT ISSUE one month later. This is definitely going to go down as one of the most important G.I. Joe stories of all time. Cover price $2.95.

Throwback to the original Marvel GI Joe #21, the Silent Issue! (W) Josh Blaylock (P) Mike Zeck (Cover A) Mike Zeck and HI-FI (Cover B) J. Scott Campbell and Hi-Fi FC 32pp $2.95 THE CONCEPT: G.I. Joe is the code name for America's daring and highly trained special mission force. It's purpose: to defend freedom against COBRA, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world. THIS ISSUE: For the first time in over a decade! G.I.JOE goes SILENT! The events in issue twenty lead to the Snake-Eyes and Storm Shadow showdown, and MIKE ZECK is going to bring it to you. We reunite the superstar team of Zeck and inker John Beatty, to bring you what looks to be one of the most popular G.I.JOE issues in years! When Storm Shadow broke free the Cobra's mind control, Snake-Eyes, Kamakura and William rushed to help him, but they arrived seconds too late. Cobra got there first. Now, with William severely wounded, and Kamakura down for the count, it will be up to Snake-Eyes to save his friend and take out Cobra Commander. NOTE: The covers for issues 20A and 21A together form a complete picture. Cover price $2.95.

(W) Josh Blaylock (A) Brandon Badeaux (Cover A) Brandon Badeaux (Cover B) Tim Seeley FC 32pp $2.95 Monthly Ongoing series In stores the week of November 12th. THE CONCEPT: G.I. Joe is the code name for America's daring and highly trained special mission force. It's purpose: to defend freedom against COBRA, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world. THIS ISSUE: SERPENTOR moves forward with his plans of conquest, but the odds stack up against him. With both G.I.Joe AND Cobra forces preparing for a full invasion of Cobra Island, the would be emperor will have to use every resource at his disposal - important being his cunning intelligence. Destro also convinces a neutral Zartan that taking action is in his best interest, because once Cobra Commander is out of the equation, who is the next most likely person for Serpentor's hit list, but the man who almost killed him? The Dreadnoks are an army in their own right, and this is the issue where you see them in force. This is no CIVIL WAR. There will be no alliances between enemy parties. This is all out CHAOS, and the biggest G.I.JOE battle in over a decade. Don't miss it! Cover price $2.95.

(W) Josh Blaylock (A) Brandon Badeaux (Cover A) Brandon Badeaux (Cover B) Tim Seeley FC 32pp $2.95 Monthly Ongoing series In stores the week of November 12th. THE CONCEPT: G.I. Joe is the code name for America's daring and highly trained special mission force. It's purpose: to defend freedom against COBRA, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world. THIS ISSUE: SERPENTOR moves forward with his plans of conquest, but the odds stack up against him. With both G.I.Joe AND Cobra forces preparing for a full invasion of Cobra Island, the would be emperor will have to use every resource at his disposal - important being his cunning intelligence. Destro also convinces a neutral Zartan that taking action is in his best interest, because once Cobra Commander is out of the equation, who is the next most likely person for Serpentor's hit list, but the man who almost killed him? The Dreadnoks are an army in their own right, and this is the issue where you see them in force. This is no CIVIL WAR. There will be no alliances between enemy parties. This is all out CHAOS, and the biggest G.I.JOE battle in over a decade. Don't miss it! Cover price $2.95.

(W) Josh Blaylock/Brandon Jerwa (A) Brandon Badeaux/Tim Seeley (Cover A) Brandon Badeaux (Cover B) Tim Seeley FC 32pp Monthly ongoing series In stores the week of December 10th. THE CONCEPT: G.I. Joe is the code name for America's daring and highly trained special mission force. It's purpose: to defend freedom against COBRA, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world. THIS ISSUE: One of the biggest G.I. Joe stories of all time comes to a conclusion in part 4 of the RETURN OF SERPENTOR. The raid on Cobra Island has taken its toll, and both Cobra and G.I.JOE resources are tapped. This battle will have major repercussions down the line, affecting Cobra, the Dreadnoks, and even Destro, and most importantly, this issue contains the battle everyone's been waiting for: SERPENTOR VS. COBRA COMMANDER! Cover price $2.95.

(W) Josh Blaylock/Brandon Jerwa (A) Brandon Badeaux/Tim Seeley (Cover A) Brandon Badeaux (Cover B) Tim Seeley FC 32pp Monthly ongoing series In stores the week of December 10th. THE CONCEPT: G.I. Joe is the code name for America's daring and highly trained special mission force. It's purpose: to defend freedom against COBRA, a ruthless terrorist organization determined to rule the world. THIS ISSUE: One of the biggest G.I. Joe stories of all time comes to a conclusion in part 4 of the RETURN OF SERPENTOR. The raid on Cobra Island has taken its toll, and both Cobra and G.I.JOE resources are tapped. This battle will have major repercussions down the line, affecting Cobra, the Dreadnoks, and even Destro, and most importantly, this issue contains the battle everyone's been waiting for: SERPENTOR VS. COBRA COMMANDER! Cover price $2.95.

by Brandon Jerwa & Tim Seeley The Cobra Island battle is over, but there's a lot of healing to do. As the Joes pay tribute to their fallen friends, Duke discovers a possible security breach. How far will he go to keep the team's secrets? How could a conspiracy geek named Scott Sturgis possibly be the most dangerous man on the planet? And who's the new guy? FC, 32pg Cover price $2.95.

by Brandon Jerwa & Tim Seeley PLAYERS AND PAWNS: Part 3 (of 6)?Cobra Commander has returned to power, but our heroes barely have time to worry about that! While Barrel Roll sneaks around on Cobra Island, the team regroups after a very public attack on their leadership. Elsewhere, Destro and his Iron Grenadiers prepare for their first major operation since leaving Cobra. Meanwhile, the jungles of Sierra Gordo are alive with the sound of combat as Recondo, Ripcord, Dart, Low-Light, and Tunnel Rat face down a group of high-tech commandos determined to leave the tiny nation in ruin. It's action in the jungle and manipulation in the shadows as "Players and Pawns" continues! FC, 32pg $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Writer: Brandon Jerwa Artist: Tim Seeley with Jason Millet Cover: Tim Seeley Format: 32 pages color comic. Saddle stitched. Retail Price: $2.95 UNION OF THE SNAKE Part I?The Joes are facing a time of crisis unlike any other in their history. Hawk has been crippled, and has left the team. The international media is crucifying them for their apparent role in a tragedy on US soil. Cobra, under Destro's leadership, are more powerful than ever before. And now, the team is being broken apart... Meanwhile, Destro continues to consolidate his power, driven by the major revelation he learned last issue. And he draws ever nearer a goal he has long sought?one which would make him the single most dangerous man on the planet... Cover price $2.95.

GI JOE by Brandon Jerwa & Tim Seeley. Union of the Snake Part 4 of 6. The Newly-unmasked Cobra Commander is free ? and has Destro and the Baroness in his crosshairs for their betrayal! Meanwhile, Cobra launches an all-out assault on the PIT ? something that will leave an already-faltering Joe team in an even more vulnerable state. That is, until their all-new commanding officer steps in. 32pgs, FC SRP: $2.95 Cover price $2.95.

Writer: Brandon Jerwa Artist: Tim Seeley and Emiliano Santalucia Cover by Tim Seeley Special Double-Sized Issue!!! Rise of the Red Shadows?the Conclusion! This is it ? the End of G.I. Joe as you know it! The enigmatic Red Shadows have thrown the world into a state of utter chaos and violence. Who will pay the ultimate price? And will a rag- tag group of Joes be enough to prevent the Red Shadows' horrific vision from coming to pass? Leads directly into the biggest G.I. Joe event ever! 48pgs, FC$4.50 Cover price $4.50.

CLASSIC COMIC REPRINT - Originally packaged with 3 vintage action figures (ad inside back cover). "Improvisation on a Theme!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Rod Whigham and Andy Mushynsky. Cover by Mike Zeck. Somewhere in the desert near Las Vegas, a squad of Joes must face Cobra's deadly new weapon. Plus, Cobra gets a deadly new ally. 32 pages, FC. NOTE: 1st appearance of Doctor Mindbender.

CLASSIC COMIC REPRINT - Originally packaged with 3 vintage action figures (ad inside back cover). "Serpentor!" Written by Larry Hama. Art by Rod Whigham and Andy Mushynsky. Cover by Mike Zeck. Sick and tired of facing defeat after defeat, Destro and Doctor Mindbender set out to create the perfect leader for the New World Order! Eneter: Serpentor! 32 pages, FC. NOTE: 1st appearance of Serpentor.

CLASSIC COMIC REPRINT - Originally packaged with 3 vintage action figures (ad inside back cover). In "Alliance of Convenience," all-out war breaks out on Cobra Island between the Joes, Cobra Commander, Serpentor and Destro. Characters: FEATURE: G.I. Joe--Hawk; Spirit Iron-Knife; Flint; Lady Jaye; Mainframe; Dial-Tone; Tunnel Rat; Sneek-Peek; Gung-Ho; Lt. Falcon; Duke; Roadblock; Beach-Head; Crank-Case; Clutch; Wild Bill; Doc; Leatherneck; Cutter; Tripwire; Short-Fuse; Stalker; Shipwreck; Sci-Fi; Lifeline; Fast-Draw; Crazylegs; Breaker; Maverick; Battleforce 2000; VILLAINS: Cobra Commander II [Fred VII]; Baroness; Dr. Mindbender; Serpentor; Tomax; Xamot; Zartan; Zarana; Zandar; Dreadnoks; Destro; Iron Grenadiers; Tele-Viper; Crimson Guardsmen; Cobra Soldiers . Written by Larry Hama, with art by Ron Wagner and Randy Emberlin. Cover by Ron Wagner and Bob McLeod.