by generalsjoes | Feb 24, 2012 | G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Comics, IDW
As noted right here in the solicitations for upcoming issues, as of Issue #13, the Snake Eyes title will become “Snake Eyes and Storm Shadow”! Considering we’ve seen very little of the relationship between the two sword brothers in the IDW universe previous to this, this marks a landmark occasion.
Adding to the “Event” feeling of the title is that Robert Atkins is returning to do the interior artwork, and it’s also his 50th consecutive G.I. Joe cover for an IDW G.I. Joe title! Incredible.
I’m mirroring one image below, but you must hit up Robert Atkins’ blog to see his progress shots. This Storm Shadow looks amazing. Can’t wait to see the Snake Eyes to match up to it.
by generalsjoes | Feb 23, 2012 | Comics and Cartoons, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Comics, IDW
Wow…you know, I’ve been impressed by Dave Wilkins’ G.I. Joe covers throughout the Cobra Command series, but somehow seeing them all together like this makes it even more impressive. Over on Twitter today, both The Real Jose Gon and The Terror Drome remarked how cool the covers were, and IDW took it to heart.
They posted a very cool Tumblr update that showcases all of the covers in one central place. They ROCK. As I said, I’ve enjoyed them, but seeing them all collected together is even cooler. His artistic style is really unique and he manages to really bring out the characters nicely.
I’ve mirrored a few of the images below, but you should definitely hit up IDW’s Tumblr post to see them all. It’s worth your time.
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by generalsjoes | Feb 22, 2012 | Comics and Cartoons, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Comic Reviews, G.I. Joe Comics, G.I. Joe Reviews, IDW
Another week, another installment in the Cobra Command multi-part adventure. IDW continues to use the same art team along with their regular compliment of writers to carry the story along and maintain a great sense of unity even as it hops from title to title. The results so far have been excellent, in my opinion.
What I really love about how the Cobra title is treating this story is that they are staying very much in continuity and sticking with the format, but you can definitely smell the Cobra vibe as you read the pages. This issue is no different.
Click the Read the Rest of this Entry link below to check out the full review.
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by generalsjoes | Feb 21, 2012 | 5 Page Previews, Comics and Cartoons, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Comics, IDW
Wednesday brings us the next installment in the Cobra Command storyline, with Cobra #10!
Cobra Ongoing #10
Mike Costa (w) • Alex Cal (a) • Dave Wilkins, Antonio Fuso (c)
COBRA COMMAND CONTINUES! As the new COBRA COMMANDER lashes out against an unprepared world, the rest of Cobra questions The Council’s decision… with deadly results. Meanwhile, the Joes search for a pattern in Cobra’s attacks, and a fan-favorite character returns—but will even that be enough to turn the tide of battle?
FC • 32 pages • $3.99
*Variant covers:
Vertically inter-connected variant Tom Whalen cover!
Bullet points:
- PART 6 of the G.I. JOE crossover, “COBRA COMMAND”!
- A rolling nine-issue crossover between all three ongoing G.I. JOE titles, all with the same art team!
- Ask your retailer about the special vertically inter-connected Tom Whalen variant covers on all three titles!
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by generalsjoes | Feb 19, 2012 | Comics and Cartoons, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe 2: Retaliation, G.I. Joe Comics, G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, IDW, Podcasts, What's on Joe Mind
The man, the myth, the legend. The guys from What’s on Joe Mind were lucky enough to spend about an hour talking with one of the fathers of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, Larry Hama himself!
We talk about his great work on the current IDW Real American Hero title as well as his philosophy behind comics writing and just a 60 minute look into his mindset.
This special edition really requires no explanation. We are joined by Marvel’s legendary GI Joe writer, Larry Hama. We find out a lot in this interview. What were the early difficulties in the IDW ARAH run? What’s Larry’s dream job? What does Larry mean when he calls GI Joe, Junior Woodchucks with guns? What happens when Hasbro takes over the filecard creation process? Why is writing a “toy book” the lowest of the low? Why was three years the original magic number for Joe and other books like it? How much of a risk was the USS Flagg playset? We also talk about his upcoming Roll Out/Roll Call 3 and SDCC appearances and we even talk a little about Kwinn to boot. Oh, and wait until you hear what he thinks (or doesn’t think) about Wraith and Helix. It is a surprising and eye opening talk with the guy who authored a good part of our childhoods. As a productions side note, please excuse the buzz in audio. Larry has a deep but very soft voice so we had to crank up the audio to hear him clearly. As for the other bad audio, well, let’s just say Justin won’t forget his headset again. Thanks to Larry for joining us. You can meet him next at Roll Out/Roll Call 3 in Southampton, UK March 10th and 11th!
Listen to this terrific special edition on our Podbean Page or through the embedded player below.
by generalsjoes | Feb 18, 2012 | Comics and Cartoons, G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Comics, IDW
Cobra Command is currently surging towards its thrilling conclusion, so what’s next on the docket for G.I. Joe titles from IDW?
Some big stuff coming up in May… the Snake Eyes title becomes Snake Eyes & Storm Shadow, while Cobra and G.I. Joe continue to go head-to-head. Click the Read the Rest of the Story link below to get all the juicy details. Beware, there may be some minor spoilers throughout.
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