EXCLUSIVE CELEBRITY SIGNING | PRE-ORDER NOW OPEN
CODE NAME: DUKE EDITION

Get your book signed by Michael Bell, the legendary voice of Duke. 

Secure an authenticated signature before the event — no convention lines, no uncertainty, guaranteed placement.

DUKE SIGNING

Featuring signature from:

• Michael Bell — Duke

Each book will be signed live at the selected event and handled through our official signing partner Captured Collectibles.

🔥 Limited Preorder Windows

Each signing event has its own preorder window.
Select your preferred signing event from the options above.

Orders close shortly before each event so books can be prepared and delivered for signing.

If a preorder window closes, orders will be scheduled for the next available signing event.

Signing & Authentication Partner

All signings are coordinated in partnership with Captured Collectibles, one of the industry’s most trusted celebrity signing partners.

Their team manages the signing process and authentication handling, ensuring your collectible is properly verified, protected, and ready for grading or long-term display.

30th VARIANT EXCLUSIVE

Cover — Trade Dress
Limited Edition: 750 copies

Grading & Fulfillment

All books are handled through Captured Collectibles.

• Books are submitted for grading within 5–6 business days after the signing event
• Raw signed books typically ship 2–3 weeks after the signing event
• CGC graded books typically return within 3–4 months

Orders ship within 5–6 business days once grading is completed.

Each signed book includes a Certificate of Authenticity (COA).

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 animator, illustrator, writer, and director now creating comic book covers for Dynamite, IDW, and Mad Cave Studios.

His animation career includes work on beloved series such as:

• Beauty and the Beast
• Babar
• Cardcaptor Sakura
• Franklin
• Tales from the Cryptkeeper

A lifelong fan of classic animation and comics, Steven celebrates childhood nostalgia through his artwork — proudly tagged #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