by generalsjoes | Feb 2, 2009 | G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Comics, IDW
JoeReloaded continues their awesome work interacting with IDW and bringing us some awesome behind-the-scenes content tied into the new various G.I. Joe comics. Robert Atkins (who participates in the JoeReloaded forums regularly) gives us a sneak peek at the cover for Issue #4:
The original thread can be found on JoeReloaded here. While you’re there, also check out this thread, which also features some exclusive art by Robert Atkins, this time covering his thoughts and the process behind designing the massive underground city that serves as the new Pit! Some incredible looking art and a great peek behind the scenes at IDW with the G.I. Joe book. Good stuff.
by generalsjoes | Jan 26, 2009 | Comics and Cartoons, G.I. Joe Comics, IDW
One of the greatest things about the internet is a much more direct connection to the folks behind the scenes…the “creators” if you will. Personal blogs for comic book professionals are common these days, including IDW Editor Chris Ryall, and G.I. Joe writer Chuck Dixon’s Dixonverse.
A couple of cool G.I. Joe tidbits on each of these pages…
by generalsjoes | Jan 23, 2009 | G.I. Joe Comics, IDW
IDW, in my mind, got off to a strong start with their first issue, and things don’t look to be letting up any time soon. I was honestly surprised that I was that captivated by the first issue as much as I was, since G.I. Joe Reloaded never really captured my attention that much. As an alternate universe, it just didn’t do anything for me, however. Curiously Chuck Dixon was the writer of that series as well, so I’m not sure where the change took place, but whatever happened, Dixon definitely got a roll, at least for the first issue. Of course I’ll give it some more time before making a final decision, but it absolutely got off on the right foot at least.
That being said, IDW definitely isn’t just coasting on this main series, there’s a ton of other stuff in the works. G.I. Joe Origins is next in line, written by the immortal Larry Hama, and we can see a great 6-Page preview at JoeReloaded.com right here.
My first opinion is honestly a bit mixed. The military lingo almost goes overboard, at least in those first few pages, and the art style is somewhat strange. Not realistic in the least, a very “cartoony” style that didn’t mesh overall with the more realistic Atkins art, but perhaps it’ll grow on me. It will be interesting at least to see these new origins and where the team kind of forms in this new universe.
As well as the 6-page preview, Toy News International gives us a peek into upcoming IDW Titles for April as well, with some looks at the covers and potential stories. Check that out here.
This is going to be a big year for G.I. Joe, that’s for sure, and if Issue #1 is any indication, I think the comic license is in good hands, and I’m really looking forward to seeing what new universe IDW is able to weave going forward.
by generalsjoes | Jan 20, 2009 | G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Comics, Web Stuff
Hey, I gotta have an official Podcast, right? I can’t be a 21st Century State of the Art G.I. Joe Blog© without an official podcast! Thankfully I can have one without even doing any actual work. 😉
My buddies over at GIJoeReview have been doing their podcast for a while now and for whatever reason I’ve shirked in my duties letting the online community know about it. It’s mostly focused on the comics, and with IDW taking the license and running with it just last week, they devote a good portion of their show to that, and even scored an interview with IDW Editor Andy Schmidt.
It’s a great listen whether you’re a Joefan, a comic fan, or both. Check it out!
by generalsjoes | Jan 10, 2009 | G.I. Joe, G.I. Joe Comics
So…I’ve always been an unabashed Comic fan from day one. Ever since I set my eyes on that huge, oversized Treasury Edition of G.I. Joe #1, I was captivated by the rich history and unique writing style that Larry Hama managed to weave for what was essentially a children’s toy tie-in. As with every licensed property, there were several ups and downs, but for the first 4 or 5 years of the comic history, it was mostly ups. It would be tough to argue that the series in general didn’t go downhill during the 90’s, it most certainly did, for whatever reason. Whether it was Hasbro’s influence, a matter of the material just running its course, or Mr. Hama writing himself into a few corners, I’m not sure. Regardless, the multiple brainwashings, the huge focus on Snake Eyes (and tieing so many characters into his past), and other such events left a bit of a black mark on the legacy of the Marvel series.
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