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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE ISSUE G.I.JOE #49 REVIEWED!

Background Issue 48 had a lot going on! It was sad to see them cart Storm Shadow away. It was satisfying that Zartan has gone from an impostor to a prisoner. Time will tell what happens with Ripcord. Sgt. Slaughter has already become an excellent addition to the team. Feel free to check out the review of Issue 48 in case you missed it. (You can catch up on other “Now You Know With YorktownJoe” reviews there as well!) On to the issue This issue begins with Destro and Dr. Mindbender getting into trouble…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE ISSUE G.I.JOE #48 REVIEWED!

Background Issue 47 had a lot of action. But Baroness murdering Storm Shadow was very heavy. The scene of him falling face down into the shallow surf along the beach was pretty grisly. The parallel tales of Ripcord impersonating Zartan in Springfield and Zartan impersonating Ripcord at the Pit are about to come to the forefront. Feel free to check out the review of Issue 47 in case you missed it. (You can catch up on other “Now You Know With YorktownJoe” reviews there as well!) On to the issue This issue begins where…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE ISSUE #47 REVIEWED!

Background Issue 46 featured Snake-Eyes and Storm Shadow bursting through a wall, shooting up a lot of Cobra Island’s defenses. It was filled with lots of action and shoot-outs, as well as intrigue with the wounded Zartan assuming the role of the wounded Ripcord to gain access to Joe secrets. Feel free to check out the review of Issue 46 in case you missed it. (You can catch up on other “Now You Know With YorktownJoe” reviews there as well!) On to the issue This issue begins where Issue 46 ended, with Ripcord being…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE ISSUE #46 REVIEWED!

Background Issue 45 was filled with lots of action and the reunion of Snake-Eyes and Storm Shadow on a long road to revenge. We also see how Hawk cares about winning without regard to the safety of his men. At any rate, that win at all costs attitude earned him a promotion, and now he has full command of the Joe team. Feel free to check out the review of Issue 45 in case you missed it. (You can catch up on other “Now You Know With YorktownJoe” reviews there as well.) On to…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE ISSUE #45 REVIEWED!

Background Issue 44 was filled with lots of action and explosions and wrapped up without a cliffhanger to keep readers on edge until the next issue. It introduced new Joes: Crankcase, Heavy Metal, Bazooka, and Airtight. Feel free to check out the review of Issue 44 in case you missed it. (You can catch up on other “Now You Know With YorktownJoe” reviews there as well.) On to the issue This issue begins with Ace and Ripcord flying a recon mission high above Cobra Island in a Skystriker.Ace tries to make friendly banter and…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE ISSUE #44 REVIEWED!

Background Issue 43 was filled with lots of background flashbacks as well as current stories. The Soft Master worked his life trying to find out the Hard Master’s killer. But it appears he has gone to his grave after discovering this secret. We learned more about Wade Collins, an old army buddy of Snake-Eyes and Stalker. And some characters died. Feel free to check out the review of Issue 43 in case you missed it. (You can catch up on other “Now You Know With YorktownJoe” reviews there as well.) On to the issue…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE ISSUE #43 REVIEWED!

Background Issue 42 was filled with dialogue and a few threads of different interwoven stories. The search for the truth of the Hard Master’s killer on multiple fronts. Candy trying to escape from Buzzer and almost killing him. Two of the original Joes in peril at the hand of one of their presumed fallen friends. It leaves us on a cliffhanger, wondering what will happen next!! Feel free to check out the review of Issue 42 in case you missed it. (You can catch up on other “Now You Know With YorktownJoe” reviews there…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE – G.I.JOE MARVEL ISSUE #42 REVIEWED!

Background In Issue 41, we saw intrigue and action as Cobra’s lawyers file paperwork for international recognition of the muddy chunk of Gulf floor that has risen to the surface. And all out battle by a ragtag bunch of weary Joes to try to kick them off it. Feel free to check out the review of Issue 41 in case you missed it. (You can catch up on other “Now You Know With YorktownJoe” reviews there as well.) On to the issue Author Larry Hama does his best to bring new readers up to…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE – G.I.JOE MARVEL ISSUE #41 REVIEWED

Background   In Issue 40, we saw intrigue, action, and some of Cobra’s plans in the Gulf of Mexico beginning to unfold. Feel free to check out the review of Issue 40 in case you missed it. (You can catch up on other “Now You Know With YorktownJoe” reviews there as well.) On to the issue Cutter and the Joes on the W.H.A.L.E. hovercraft are trying to get back to Tactical Battle Platform as a tidal wave or tsunami caused by the bombing in Issue 40 threatens to wipe them out. In fact, when…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE – G.I.JOE MARVEL ISSUE #40 REVIEWED!

Background   In Issue 39, we saw Dr. Burkhart was rescued once again, and we received a few more glimpses that Cobra has something cooking in New Orleans or somewhere in the Gulf of Mexico. Feel free to check out the review of Issue 39 in case you missed it. (You can catch up on other “Now You Know With YorktownJoe” reviews there as well.) On to the issue Roadblock was hiding in the background on the cover of Issue 39. He is all alone in all his glory on the cover of Issue…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE – G.I.JOE MARVEL ISSUE #39 REVIEWED!

Background In Issue 38, we discovered some background info about Cobra Commander, as well as more character development for Billy. And we met a new Joe jungle trooper, code name: Recondo. Feel free to check out the review of Issue 38 in case you missed it. (You can catch up on other “Now You Know With YorktownJoe” reviews there as well.) On to the issue The issue begins with a small team of Joes rappelling down a sheer cliff. They are on a mission to rescue Dr. Adele Burkhart who was captured again while…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE – G.I.JOE MARVEL ISSUE #38 REVIEWED!

Background In Issue 37, the story introduced new Joes and Cobras, including the iconic Crimson Twins Tomax and Xamot. Flint and Footloose joined the Joes, along with the Armadillo mini-tank. Cobra has a new small vehicle of their own, the Ferret ATV. Feel free to check out the review of Issue 37 in case you missed it. (You can catch up on other “Now You Know With YorktownJoe” reviews there as well.) On to the issue The issue has multiple intertwined stories of intrigue, including an interesting look back into Cobra Commander’s personal life…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE – G.I.JOE MARVEL ISSUE #37 REVIEWED!

Background In Issue 36, we had three stories with a theme of ships. We also learned an important theme. Crimson Guards are undercover everywhere, and they will keep popping up as the story continues. Feel free to check out the review of Issue 36 in case you missed it. (You can catch up on other “Now You Know With YorktownJoe” reviews there as well.) On to the issue The issue begins with a visit to the circus or an amusement park. Bongo the Balloon Bear is delivering balloons, and the side door opens and…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE – G.I.JOE MARVEL ISSUE #36 REVIEWED!

Background In Issue 35, the Dreadnoks took Zartan’s motorcycle on a joy ride, while Clutch, Breaker, and Rock ‘N Roll were enjoying time on leave before the two groups met. Zartan was not pleased with the Dreadnoks, and neither was Rock ‘N Roll. The issue did not go perfectly well for the Dreadnok Buzzer. Feel free to check out the review of Issue 35 in case you missed it. (You can catch up on other “Now You Know With YorktownJoe”reviews there as well.) On to the issue This issue is titled All the…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE – G.I.JOE MARVEL ISSUE #35 REVIEWED!

Background In Issue 34, we had a standalone duel featuring Wild Weasel and the Baroness in an updated Rattler versus Ace and Lady Jaye in the Skystriker. An epic dogfight with an intriguing conclusion highlighted a unique issue. Feel free to check out the review of Issue 34 in case you missed it.  On to the issue The issue begins in a remote location with a trio of Zartan’s motorcycle gang, the Dreadnoks admiring Zartan’s motorcycle. I have never been in, nor remotely associated with a biker gang. But I would think the…

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