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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 #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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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE – G.I.JOE MARVEL ISSUE #34 REVIEWED!

Background In Issue 33, the Joes were getting ready to celebrate the grand re-opening of their secret HQ, the Pit. The injured from issue 32 were recovering. A replacement Crimson Guardsman was inserted into the Fred Broca household. And an assassination conspiracy was underway. Feel free to check out the review of Issue 33 in case you missed it.  On to the issue The issue begins with two separate scenes, but author Larry Hama will soon intertwine them into a cohesive story. This story is distinct in that it focuses completely on…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE – G.I.JOE MARVEL ISSUE #33 REVIEWED!

Background In Issue 32, the aftermath of the battle near Snake-Eyes’ cabin was brought to a conclusion. One of the earliest Crimson Guardsmen, Fred did not make it. He was replaced with a look-alike who showed up on the doorstep of the Broca residence just outside the gates of Fort Wadsworth. On the Joe side, new Joes began showing up indicating they were replacements. Feel free to check out the review of Issue 32 in case you missed it.  On to the issue The issue begins with preparations for a grand re-opening…

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Comic Book Legend Steve Ditko Passes Away at Age 90!

We have sad news to report today as legendary comic book artist Steve Ditko has passed away at age 90. Check out all the details of Steve Ditco’s iconic career below and share your thoughts and favorite art from Mr. Ditko with us AFTER THE JUMP! Source: Superherohype.com Steve Ditko, Comic Book Legend & Co-Creator of Spider-Man, Dead at 90 Steve Ditko, comic book legend & co-creator of Spider-Man, dead at 90 Artist Steve Ditko, a titan in the world of comics books has passed away. The Hollywood Reporter has confirmed the…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE – G.I.JOE MARVEL ISSUE #32 REVIEWED!

Background In Issue 31, we were left with a cliffhanger. Snake-Eyes cabin was blown up with Timber and the main man inside! Just outside, but well within the blast zone are Destro, Firefly, and a Crimson Guardsman named Fred Broca. Spirit and Airborne from the Joes are there as well. The battle had gone down to the last man, and a bomb had just exploded, gravely depreciating the value of Snake-Eyes‘ cabin.  On to the issue The issue begins with the wounded picking themselves up and trying to return to…

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The Amazing Spider-Man #800 Reviewed!

Things are winding down for Dan Slot as his long and exciting run on Marvel’s Amazing Spider-Man comic book comes to a close. Spoiler alert, Eddie Brock wears the Venom Symbiote again! Today we have a sneak peek for you at the epic #800 issue. Check out all the sweetness below, then head out to your local comic shop and pick up a copy!  Review Courtesy of Comicbookmovie Spider-Man Dons The Venom Symbiote The issue kicks off by dealing with the fallout from Amazing Spider-Man #799 and after Norman once again gains the upper hand during…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE – G.I.JOE MARVEL ISSUE #30 REVIEWED!

Background At the end of Issue 29, Firefly and Destro exit the battle scene in Florida, and begin their journey back to Cobra headquarters in Springfield.  The Master of Disguise Zartan and his insidious (but sometimes incompetent) Dreadnoks had headed North as well. On to the issue The issue begins with Zartan and the Dreadnoks outside the perimeter fence of McGuire Air Force Base in New Jersey. They notice a Dragonfly helicopter flying in and speculate why.  Zartan decides to get a better look inside to gather intelligence about Joe…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE – G.I.JOE MARVEL ISSUE #28 REVIEWED!

Background At the end of the 2 part Origin of Snake-Eyes issues, Zartan, the Baroness, Destro, Cobra Commander, Firefly and Wild Weasel are all in pursuit of the Joe recon team who has given them the slip. Larry Hama intertwined the ongoing story developing in the Florida swamps along with the origin story and the exciting ninja chase. Zartan was frustrated and said it was time to call in the Dreadnoks. The tease for Issue 28 on the last page of 27 was “Enter the Tank-Smashers.” On to the issue…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE – G.I.JOE MARVEL ISSUE #27 REVIEWED!

Background Snake-Eyes has been shrouded in mystery since the first issue. Issue 26 is the first part of this origin story. Please make sure to read that one first. In addition to the Snake-Eyes origin story, the ongoing covert actions in the Florida swamps near Zartan’s cabin continues. Issue 25 (“Zartan!”) ended with Junkyard coming right to the cabin door. Zartan was brandishing his pistol and was about to put the “stray” out of its misery. Issue 26 ended with Junkyard leading the Cobras into a pit of quicksand. On…

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NOW YOU KNOW WITH YORKTOWNJOE – G.I.JOE MARVEL ISSUE #25 REVIEWED!

Background Last issue Cobra Commander escaped due to Storm Shadow’s tenacity and self-sacrifice. During the issue, Major Bludd revealed to Destro and the Baroness that he hid a transmitter in the handle of Storm Shadow’s sword. They were planning to track where Storm Shadow had gone to try and rescue the Commander. They sent Firefly and a man in red known as “the pilot” (Wild Weasel) to the swamps near the Everglades where the transmitter signal was pinging at a shack. As the issue drew to a close, the Commander…

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