by generalsjoes | Mar 15, 2012 | 30th Anniversary, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe 25th Anniversary, G.I. Joe Collectors Club, G.I. Joe Comics, G.I. Joe Wal-Mart Listings, Podcasts, Roll Out Roll Call, Sunbow, What's on Joe Mind
Yes, it went up a little late, but those cross-Atlantic plane trips will do that to ya! Recently returned from a whirlwind voyage to Southampton for Roll Out Roll Call 3, Gary has posted Episode 45 of What’s on Joe Mind for your Thursday morning listening enjoyment! In this episode we interview Frederic Doss, the only man known to have been killed by both Cobra and the Decepticons on the big screen (yes, he was victimized in both G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra, and the first Michael Bay Transformers film), and a key mastermind behind the development of upcoming fanfilm, G.I. Joe: Initiate.
We’re also joined by a very special guest, Will Bell, recently returned from Afghanistan, who spends some time with us, just shooting the breeze about G.I. Joe. As if that wasn’t enough, an informative interview with Buzz Dixon rounds out this action packed episode.
Hit up our Podbean Page, or check it out via the embedded player below.
Show Notes
WOW! Episode 45 is here! Better late than never, right? So yeah, its a week late, but we gave ya over 3 hours of RORC3 coverage, so that made up for something didn’t it? Apologies in advance. With travel and all, it made it difficult getting this out in a timely manner. We’ll make it up to you, trust us! In this episode we are joined by TWO very special guests. First, just joining us as a guest host and hanging out is US Marine, fan of the show and a REAL American Hero, Will Bell (no relation to Justin). Siting in the interview chair this week is Frederic Doss to talk to us about his upcoming fanfilm GI Joe: Initiate and his roles in BOTH the live action Joe and Transformer films. From the mailbag, Chuck is asked about the obscure South African wrestler Col. DeBeers joining the ranks of Cobra, Gary is asked why he hates Transformers so much, and was there ever a time anyone on the cast has ever lost interest in Joe and *gasp* STOPPED collecting. In the news, Hasbro responds to the latest issues with Fun Pub and the guys celebrate the conclusion of a long running show joke. Also covered in the news is the lack of new Joe broadcasting on the hub and a mystery Joe wave was found in the WalMart computers that has the look of being cancelled. After the break you will hear a pre-recorded interview with Sunbow writer Buzz Dixon as we talk to him about the toon and find out some stuff about the most dangerous man in the world AND what would have happened to Cobra Commander in season 3 if the series didn’t get lost to DIC. We thank Will for joining us and wish him continued success in his rehab and thank him for her service to our country. If you agree, kindly drop a comment in on this episode to let Will know how much you appreciate him as well!!
Frederic Doss from G.I. Joe: Initiate
Buzz Dixon
News and Intel
by generalsjoes | Mar 13, 2012 | 5 Page Previews, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Comics, IDW
The original Infestation series surprised me with how much I enjoyed it, especially considering the somewhat supernatural twist to the story. Based on what I’m seeing so far with this preview, I think I may end up feeling the same way here. How can you not love the Cobra Insane Asylum being nicknamed “Cobra La” and featuring characters like Gristle, Raptor, and Cesspool? I mean come ON.
So far looking pretty fun and pretty “out there”. Can’t wait to check it out on Wednesday, but for now, here’s the 5 Page Preview below.
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Infestation 2: G.I. Joe #1 (of 2)
Mike Raicht (w) • Valentine De Landro (a) De Landro, Livio Ramondelli (c)
Cobra has always had a penchant for dark experiments. This time they’ve gone too far and opened a portal to a realm of violence and madness. As squadron after squadron of Cobra Vipers falls under the thrall of the Elder Gods there seems no way to stop the hideous transformations that are taking place. The only hope lies in a group of already-insane Cobra agents… and a Joe named Snake Eyes!
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
*Variant covers:
Inter-connected “Tentacle Attack” cover! Connecting every Infestation 2 tie-in book!
Bullet points:
- The return of Infestation G.I. Joe scribe Mike Raicht (also of STUFF OF LEGEND).
by generalsjoes | Mar 9, 2012 | G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Comics, IDW
While I was hoping to see the next installment of the G.I. Joe: Retaliation Prequel next week, it looks like that might have to wait a bit. Instead we get G.I. Joe’s installment of Infestation 2 featuring… Cthulu?!
I’ll be honest…I’ve never quite understood so many folks’ fascination with Lovecraft and Cthulu, but I can appreciate the supernatural elements that make up that world. It’s probably very similar to the whole zombie fascination that I’m only slightly more familiar with. Last year with Infestation, the big question was how do you make a zombie storyline work for G.I. Joe? And I think IDW did a pretty decent job.
Now comes Cthulu…and judging by this quick preview, IDW is taking an interesting approach. For a lover of obscure characters like myself, this approach is made even more awesome by the evident focus of the story on what looks to be a Cobra Insane Asylum, featuring everyone’s favorite whacked out characters like Raptor, Cesspool, and… GRISTLE?!? Freaking GRISTLE??!?? Nice!
Color me impressed to see the writers diving deep into the obscure depths. Now in a few days we’ll see what they do with it. Check out the 5-Page Preview at i09.com!
by generalsjoes | Mar 8, 2012 | G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe 25th Anniversary, G.I. Joe Comic Reviews, G.I. Joe Comics, G.I. Joe Reviews, IDW
I’ve heard word that many comic shops didn’t get these issues in this week, so if that’s the case, you may want to turn away, lest have some spoilers heaped upon you. Larry Hama has been exploring this somewhat strange “Blue Ninja” storyline for a while now, and yes, it continues here…but something strange happened. It’s kind of grown on me.
Kind of.
To check out the full review click the Read the Rest of the Story link below.
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by generalsjoes | Mar 8, 2012 | Comics and Cartoons, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Comics, IDW
As Robert Atkins is en route to Southampton, England to attend Roll Out Roll Call 3, he has posted a great image of the exclusive print that the folks at RORC 3 plan to have available at the show!
It is an absolutely awesome Red Shadows piece that you can see here, or mirrored below.
Also, Robert is in the midst of a new project, and he needs our help! He is currently working with Quinn Johnson on a pretty neat looking new super hero comic project called Elders of the Runestone, and they have launched a Kickstarter page to help fund it. You can check out the video below, and please, if you can, take a few moments to go to Kickstarter and help fund Robert’s exciting new project.
by generalsjoes | Mar 6, 2012 | 5 Page Previews, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Comics, G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, IDW
One thing IDW has done a fantastic job of with their G.I. Joe titles is making sure we have a G.I. Joe presence almost every week at the comic store, and this week is no exception! The always impressive G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero hits on Wednesday as well as the second “season” of G.I. Joe.
Cobra Command and the Blue Ninja saga both rage on, and you can see 5-Page previews for both titles from IDW below.
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G.I. Joe: Ongoing Vol. 2 #11
Chuck Dixon (w) • Alex Cal (a) • Dave Wilkins, Will Rosado (c)
The Commander demands annihilation! COBRA’s horrific war escalates and the Joes are fighting for their lives in the killing fields. The new Cobra Commander unleashes weapons of unimaginable horror in a scorched earth strategy that will turn the Southeast Asian country of Nanzhao into a lifeless wasteland. Will the Joes stand or run? You already know the answer to that one, don’t you?
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
*Variant covers:
Variant David Williams interconnected cover!
Bullet points:
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #176
Larry Hama (w) • S L Gallant (a) • Herb Trimpe, Gallant (c)
It’s pure pandemonium, as three sides rush to track down the leader of the Blue Ninja menace. Can Cobra Commander, Snake Eyes and Baroness find a way to aid each other in their quest for vengeance? Or will their animosity toward each other give their common enemy the upper hand? Tension runs high as the Blue Ninja threat escalates in G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #176!
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
*Variant covers:
Larry Hama variant sketch cover cover!
