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G.I. Joe and Transformers Generation 2 – Issue #142: The Explosive Finale of our 4 Pt. Review!

February 13, 2025February 13, 2025 Serpentorslair Staff90s comics, classic comic book reviews, Cobra, comic book crossovers, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe issue 142, G.I. Joe Marvel Comics, Hasbro, Megatron, military comics, Optimus Prime, Snake Eyes, Transformers crossover, Transformers Generation 20 comment

The epic crossover between G.I. Joe and Transformers: Generation 2 reaches its thrilling conclusion in G.I. Joe #142! This issue, released in 1993, serves as the grand finale of the four-part storyline that sees Cobra, the Autobots, and the Decepticons colliding in a high-stakes battle for power and survival. The story picks up just as Megatron is about to squash Scarlett like a bug, because she is trying to prevent him from “coring and freezing” Dr. Biggles Jones for a trip back to Cybertron. But fortunately at the last minute…

Bringing ARAH to Life: The Case for a Faithful Live Action GI Joe Movie

August 25, 2024August 25, 2024 Serpentorslair StaffAlley Vipers, ARAH characters, character uniforms, Cobra, Comic book heroes, Crimson Guards, Doc, faithful adaptations, GI Joe cinematic universe, GI Joe franchise, GI Joe live action movie, GI Joe sub teams, Iron Grenadiers, Marvel Movies, MCU, Scarlett, Shipwreck0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Welcome to the Outpost. Today I’m talking live action G.I. Joe films. Specifically the characters and their uniforms. I really wanted to see a live action movie where the characters such as Shipwreck, Scarlett, and Doc look and act like the original ARAH cartoon series characters. I would also love to see live action Crimson Guards, Alley Vipers, and Iron Grenadiers, etc, etc! The Marvel movies have been a staple in cinema and television the past 20 + years because they took what people loved about…

The Enigmatic Scar-Face: A G.I. Joe Villain’s Tale

May 2, 2024May 3, 2024 Serpentorslair StaffBaroness, betrayal, blurred line, captivating narrative, car chase, character study, Cobra, Cobra organization, comic book, consequences of war, courier, Destro, Dr. Venom, espionage, expendability, footnotes, G.I. Joe, hero, identity, Legacy, loyalty, Marvel, micro-dot, peril, physical intimidation, power, redemption, San Francisco, Scar-Face, secrets, Sierra Gordo, tragedy, V-shaped scar, villain, virus strains0 comment

In the pantheon of G.I. Joe villains, few are as enigmatic and intriguing as the Cobra character known as Scar-Face. His story, woven through the pages of Marvel’s G.I. Joe comic book run, is a tale of espionage, betrayal, and the quest for power within the ranks of Cobra. Scar-Face first emerges in the shadows of a San Francisco car chase, a Cobra agent fleeing from the relentless pursuit of the G.I. Joe Team. His escape is narrow, but it sets the stage for a character whose actions would ripple…

Rediscovering the Cobra Rat: An Underappreciated Gem of GI Joe Vehicles

April 22, 2024April 23, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff25th/Modern style figures, action figures, childhood memories, Cobra, Cobra Rat, Collectibles, commercial, discussion, GI Joe vehicles, Hasbro, high-speed attack hovercraft, marketing, nostalgia, remake, retool, retro toys, The Outpost, toy review, underappreciated0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Welcome to The Outpost. Today I’m taking a look at the G.I. Joe Cobra Rat. This one I’m going to chalk up as an under appreciated vehicle. I know anyone who grew up with early GI Joe and Cobra vehicles got to enjoy awesome vehicles. As time went on some vehicles well, got made a bit cheap. The Rat is one of these vehicles that had a great concept but just was not built right. So first off if you have never watched the commercial for…

The Indelible Mark of Sgt. Slaughter in the G.I. Joe Universe

April 18, 2024April 20, 2024 Serpentorslair Staffaction figures, American hero, animated series, Animation, Character legacy, Cobra, Comic Books, Drill instructor, freedom, Frontlines, G.I. Joe, GI Joe Universe, Gulf War, Hasbro, Iraqi sympathizer, Leadership, Mercenary group, Patriotism, Popular culture, Real-life personality, Real-world wrestling, Renegades, Robert Rudolph Remus, Sgt. Slaughter, Slaughter’s Marauders, Strategic skills, toy line, Valor, Wrestling icon, WWF storyline0 comment

In the pantheon of G.I. Joe heroes, few stand as tall and as proud as the indomitable Sgt. Slaughter. His legacy within the G.I. Joe universe is not just a testament to the character’s impact on the franchise but also a reflection of the unique blend of reality and fiction that the series is known for. The Arrival of a Wrestling Icon Sgt. Slaughter, born from the larger-than-life persona of professional wrestler Robert Rudolph Remus, first stormed into the G.I. Joe world in 1985. He was the first real-life personality…

GI Joe’s Marvel Comics Legacy Rekindled!

April 14, 2024April 16, 2024 Serpentorslair Staffaction-packed, adventure, Andy Kubert, backlist, classic, Cobra, Cobra Commander, Collectors, Comic Books, comic saga, Comic Series, compendium, continuity, Duke, Energon Universe, franchise, G.I. Joe, G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero, gi joe, Hasbro, Herb Trimpe, IDW Publishing, Image Comics, Larry Hama, licensed comic book, Marvel Comics, Marvel Legacy, nostalgia, publication, reprint, Revival, Sean Mackiewicz, shared universe, Skybound, Skybound Entertainment, Superhero, Transformers, Transformers series0 comment

Skybound Entertainment is reigniting the excitement for G.I. Joe aficionados, both seasoned and new, by reintroducing the cherished Marvel Comics series penned by Larry Hama. Taking a nostalgic journey back to the 1980s, Skybound Entertainment is resurrecting the iconic G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero comic series, originally published by Marvel Comics. This comic saga, intertwined with Hasbro’s multimedia revival of the G.I. Joe toyline, chronicles the adventures of the G.I. Joe team as they confront the nefarious Cobra, a global terrorist organization hell-bent on domination. After languishing out of…

The Dreadnoks: Renegades of the G.I. Joe Universe

April 10, 2024April 11, 2024 Serpentorslair Staffaction figures, action-adventure, anarchistic bikers, animated series, anti-establishment, Anti-Hero, Buzzer, Cobra, comic relief characters, Comic Series, Dreadnoks, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe universe, Hasbro, iconic toy characters, Larry Hama, Marvel Comics, master of disguise, mercenaries, military fiction, Monkeywrench, motorcycle gang, pop culture villains, renegade mercenaries, Ripper, Thrasher, Torch, toy line, villainous factions, Zandar, Zarana, Zartan0 comment

In the vast and intricate world of G.I. Joe, a franchise that encompasses toys, comics, cartoons, and movies, few groups stand out quite like the Dreadnoks. This band of renegade mercenaries, introduced in the early 1980s, has captured the imagination of fans with their unique blend of anarchy, loyalty, and comic relief. The Dreadnoks serve as a significant antagonist force, often aligned with Cobra, G.I. Joe’s main adversary, but their distinct personality and modus operandi set them apart from the typical villainous fare. Origins and Evolution The Dreadnoks were first…

G.I. Joe A Real American Hero Issue #305 Review With @YORKTOWNJOE

March 29, 2024March 30, 2024 Serpentorslair StaffAction-packed issue, Baroness, Brainwave Scanner, Cobra, Crimson Guard, Cyborgs, Dawn Moreno, Destro, Fred 23, G.I. Joe, Lady Jaye, Larry Hama, Marvel Issue 3, Mindbender, Multo, Mutant Cobra, OG Joe, PIT, Python Officer, Revanche, review, Robert Kirkman, Serpentor Khan, Skybound Comics, Snake-Eyes, Spirit, Swamp Skier, Vipers, YO JOE, Zartan0 comment

Author: Larry HamaArt: Chris MooneyhamCovers: Andy Kubert and various others for variants On to the issue We begin Issue 305 with events unfolding, as Cobra Commander and some Vipers are examining the cyborg remains of those that self destructed at the end of issue 304. Cobra Commander has one Techno-Viper doing preliminary forensic analysis on the remains. (Cobra Commander must also be trying to acquire more Techno-Vipers to his ranks, just like G.I. Joe Classified action figure collectors.) Cobra Commander deduces that the cyborgs were spying on him while he…

Exploring the Evolution of the Cobra Eel Action Figure

March 25, 2024March 28, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff1980s, 1990s, 2000s, 25th Anniversary, 6 inch figure, action figure, Cobra, Cobra Eel, Collectibles, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe fan, Joe lines, nostalgia, Torpedo, toy collecting, toy craze, toy customization, toy history, toy market, toy pricing, toy review, toy trends, troop building, underwater battles, Wet-Suit0 comment

Story By Mitchell Smith Welcome to The Outpost. Today I’m taking a look at the G.I. Joe Cobra Eel. One thing is for sure whether you are an old school Joe fan, a new fan, or middle of the road fan, the 1980s Joes were all pretty awesome. One of the coolest figures in 1985 was the Cobra Eel. We already had Torpedo from 1994 and we would soon get Wet-Suit in 1986, so having the Eel was perfect for the underwater battles. I did not have an Eel as…

Survival Tactics and Shadow Games: Unraveling the Intrigue in G.I. Joe Issue 304 Review by @yorktownjoe

February 22, 2024February 24, 2024 Serpentorslair Staffaction figures, Alpha 001, androids, Andy Kubert, artificial intelligence, Chris Mooneyham, Cobra, Cobra Commander, comic book art, comic book collecting, Comic Book Review, Dawn Moreno, digital comics subscription, Dr. Mindbender, espionage, G.I. Joe Issue 304, Larry Hama, military fiction, ninja warfare, Revanche, robot combat, robot reassembly, Scarlett, Serpentor Khan, Skybound Comics, Snake-Eyes, Springfield, superhero comics, Timber, Variant Covers, Vipers0 comment

Author: Larry Hama Author: Larry HamaArt: Chris MooneyhamCovers: Andy Kubert and various others for variants On to the issueWe begin Issue 304 with events unfolding, following the haunting image sent from the camera of the assassin automaton before it self destructed at the end of issue 303. Serpentor Khan and Dr. Mindbender are impressed with Alpha 001’s work and want more “enhanced” Cobras created. The scene shifts to the High Sierras, where we discover that the reports of our heroes deaths have been greatly exaggerated. Scarlett, Snake-Eyes and Timber are…

Reflecting on GI Joe in 2013: A Retrospective

February 12, 2024February 12, 2024 Serpentorslair Staff2009 Ghost Hawk, 2013, 25th Anniversary, Alley Viper, Bruce Willis, club figures, Cobra, Cobra troopers, convention figures, Cover Girl, crazy hunts, Customizing, Data Viper, Dollar General, Eaglehawk, favorite figures, figure end, Flint, Frag Viper, gi joe, Iceberg, Jinx, Joe Colton, Kwinn, Leatherneck, Lifeline, Lift Ticket, Marshall’s, Night Viper, Ninja motorcycle, Ollie’s, rescue party, retaliation figures, Ross, Shipwreck, Tomahawk, Topside, vehicles, Vipers, Wet-Suit0 comment

Story by Mitchell Smith Welcome to the Outpost. Today I’m taking a look back at G.I. Joe in 2013 as a whole. I thought this was a nice bounce back on the figure end and although the vehicles were almost non existent we were still getting the run off from the past couple years from stores like Marshall’s, Ross, and Ollie’s. There was also that kinda cool Eaglehawk that was straight up re-birthed and renamed Tomahawk. I had the Tomahawk when I was a kid so I did not hesitate…

Operation: Homebound – G.I. Joe: World’s Without End Pt. 3 – A Fan Fiction

February 7, 2024February 7, 2024 Serpentorslair Staffalternate universe, animated series, bravery, Cobra, dystopian world, freedom, G.I. Joe, Grunt, Heroism, hope, interdimensional travel, military adventure, mission, Operation: Homebound, parallel world, resistance, team spirit0 comment

In the heart of the G.I. Joe headquarters, a sense of urgency resonated through the walls as General Hawk addressed a select team of Joes. Flint, Lady Jaye, Snake Eyes, and Roadblock stood at attention, absorbing every detail. “Joes, we’ve got an extraordinary mission. It’s time to bring one of our own back home. Grunt, who stayed behind in the parallel universe we discovered, needs our help,” General Hawk announced solemnly. As they prepared for the journey, Duke, who had been on the original mission, briefed them on the altered…

“EXPLOSIVE ACTION UNLEASHED: DIVE INTO THE WORLD OF G.I. JOE! FULL REVIEW OF IMAGE COMICS ISSUE #303 – DON’T MISS A SINGLE DETAIL!”

January 31, 2024February 3, 2024 Serpentorslair Staffaction scenes, androids, Andy Kubert, assassin automaton, B.A.T., Blue Ninjas, Chris Mooneyham, Cobra, Cobra Island, comic book art, comic book artists, comic book battle, comic book characters, comic book collectors, comic book enthusiasts, comic book fans, comic book intrigue, comic book issue, Comic Book Purchase, Comic Book Review, comic book series, comic book storytelling, Dial-Tone, digital comics, G.I. Joe, GALEN 2000 Surgical Bot, hit squad, Issue 303, Larry Hama, Mindbender, new stories, physical comics, Revanche AI, Robert Kirkman, robots, Serpentor Khan, Skybound Comics, Snake-Eyes cabin, Variant Covers, zombie mutant Viper0 comment

Author: Larry HamaArt: Chris MooneyhamCovers: Andy Kubert and various others for variants On to the issue We begin Issue 303 with events unfolding, following issue 302 and still reeling from the aftermath of the explosion of the bio-weapon deployed in 301. Duke and others at Joe HQ are intercepting Cobra communications. Our good friend Dial-Tone has the intel: Revanche AI is on their way to Cobra Island to make a deal. Revanche is an AI that has constructed and inhabited android/robot bodies of various shapes and sizes. The queen appears…

G.I. JOE INSIDE THE FILECARDS FEATURING ‘MAJOR BLUDD’

November 30, 2023December 1, 2023 Serpentorslair StaffASAS, Australian citizenship, Australian Special Air Service, British SAS, Cobra, dual citizenship, enlisted, eye wound, French citizenship, French citizenship revocation, French Foreign Legion, G.I.Joe, Hasbro, Legion citizenship, Legion service, Libya, Major Bludd, mercenary, military officer requirements, officer route, retirement, Rhodesia, Terrorist, USA Delta Force, war crimes, Weapons and Tactics0 comment

Major Bludd is listed as “Terrorist” for his PMS and “Weapons and Tactics” for his SMS. It states he got initial training while serving in the Australian Special Air Service (equivalent to the British SAS and USA Delta Force). Later he joined the French Foreign Legion. SO the question remains did he start out in the ASAS as an officer, or as enlisted and maybe worked his way to an officer? Or did he go to the FFL as enlisted and worked his way up to an officer or was…

G.I. Joe Classified G.I.Joe

“First Look Inside! Unveiling the 60th Infantry and Big Boa in G.I. Joe Classified Series with Exclusive In-Package Shots”

November 28, 2023November 30, 2023 Serpentorslair Staff60th Infantry, Action Soldier Infantry, Big Boa, Cobra, Collectible toys, Exclusive figures, G.I. Joe anniversary, G.I. Joe Classified, In-package shots, Limited edition figures, Military-themed figures, Sneak Peek, toy collectors, toy enthusiasts, toy photography, Toy releases 2024, Toy reveals, Toy shelves, Upcoming releases0 comment

A sneak peek into the upcoming G.I. Joe Classified figures has emerged, showcasing in-package shots of the G.I. Joe 60th Anniversary line’s Action Soldier Infantry, a celebration of the brand’s birthday, and the real-life military Cobra’s Big Boa, complete with boxing gloves. Anticipated to hit shelves in early 2024, these figures suggest exciting developments in the production pipeline. Dive into the quick pics to catch a glimpse of what’s on the horizon.

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