Description
30th VARIANT EXCLUSIVE | PRE-ORDER NOW OPEN
MISSION: DEFENDERS OF FREEDOM VARIANT
Trade Dress, Foil | Limited Edition: 750
Item will be signed by artist at next available signing date after release date
Item grading submission 5-6 business days from signing date
Item will be shipped within 5-6 business days upon its return from the grading company (approximately 4 months from the signing date)
Estimated Release Date: November 5, 2025
Includes COA Card / Autograph Ticket
About G.I. Joe:
G.I. Joe is an American media franchise created by Hasbro, featuring an elite military team combating the terrorist organization COBRA. Launched in 1964 as action figures, it gained massive popularity in the 1980s with the tagline "A Real American Hero" and expanded into comics, animated series, and films. Iconic characters like Duke, Snake Eyes, and Scarlett battle COBRA leaders such as Cobra Commander and Destro. Known for its themes of teamwork and heroism, G.I. Joe remains a beloved pop culture staple.
Story Description:
Published in 1982 by Marvel Comics, G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #1 introduces the elite military unit G.I. Joe, tasked with defending the world from the terrorist organization Cobra. In this issue, the team embarks on a high-stakes mission to rescue Dr. Adele Burkhart, a kidnapped scientist with knowledge of a deadly weapon. The story sets the tone for the series with intense action, espionage, and character introductions like Snake Eyes, Scarlett, Stalker, and Hawk, establishing the foundation of the long-running G.I. Joe vs. Cobra conflict.
About the Artist
Steven Ahola is an accomplished animator, illustrator, writer, and director now creating comic book covers for Dynamite, IDW, and Mad Cave Studios.
His past work includes fan-favorite animated series like Beauty and the Beast, Babar, Cardcaptor Sakura, Franklin, and Tales from the Cryptkeeper. A champion of childhood nostalgia, Steven proudly tags his work with #thisismychildhood.
Shop more art 'Made by' Steven Ahola
Comic Book Details
- Brand: G.I.Joe, Hasbro
- Production / Publication: Image Comics, Skybound Entertainment
- Character: Duke, Flint, Scarlet, Snake-Eyes, Cobra Soldiers
- Genre: Animation, War
- Product: Comic Book
- Program: Variant Exclusive
- Subject: Published Art
COMIC BOOK, PREORDER | G.I. JOE: ARAH #1, HAMA FILES EDITION: VARIANT EXCLUSIVE by Steven Ahola | CGC 9.6+ YELLOW LABEL
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Description
30th VARIANT EXCLUSIVE | PRE-ORDER NOW OPEN
MISSION: DEFENDERS OF FREEDOM VARIANT
Trade Dress, Foil | Limited Edition: 750
Item will be signed by artist at next available signing date after release date
Item grading submission 5-6 business days from signing date
Item will be shipped within 5-6 business days upon its return from the grading company (approximately 4 months from the signing date)
Estimated Release Date: November 5, 2025
Includes COA Card / Autograph Ticket
About G.I. Joe:
G.I. Joe is an American media franchise created by Hasbro, featuring an elite military team combating the terrorist organization COBRA. Launched in 1964 as action figures, it gained massive popularity in the 1980s with the tagline "A Real American Hero" and expanded into comics, animated series, and films. Iconic characters like Duke, Snake Eyes, and Scarlett battle COBRA leaders such as Cobra Commander and Destro. Known for its themes of teamwork and heroism, G.I. Joe remains a beloved pop culture staple.
Story Description:
Published in 1982 by Marvel Comics, G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #1 introduces the elite military unit G.I. Joe, tasked with defending the world from the terrorist organization Cobra. In this issue, the team embarks on a high-stakes mission to rescue Dr. Adele Burkhart, a kidnapped scientist with knowledge of a deadly weapon. The story sets the tone for the series with intense action, espionage, and character introductions like Snake Eyes, Scarlett, Stalker, and Hawk, establishing the foundation of the long-running G.I. Joe vs. Cobra conflict.
About the Artist
Steven Ahola is an accomplished animator, illustrator, writer, and director now creating comic book covers for Dynamite, IDW, and Mad Cave Studios.
His past work includes fan-favorite animated series like Beauty and the Beast, Babar, Cardcaptor Sakura, Franklin, and Tales from the Cryptkeeper. A champion of childhood nostalgia, Steven proudly tags his work with #thisismychildhood.
Shop more art 'Made by' Steven Ahola
Comic Book Details
- Brand: G.I.Joe, Hasbro
- Production / Publication: Image Comics, Skybound Entertainment
- Character: Duke, Flint, Scarlet, Snake-Eyes, Cobra Soldiers
- Genre: Animation, War
- Product: Comic Book
- Program: Variant Exclusive
- Subject: Published Art
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