v. 1: "Originally published by Marvel Comics as G.I. Joe: a real American hero issues #1-12"--Copyright page.

Celebrate the return of G.I. JOE: A REAL AMERICAN HERO with the definitive edition of its historic first issue! This issue restores Larry HamaÕs original, unedited dialogue, which has never before seen print!

SERPENTOR...TRIUMPHANT?Ê The Joes must fight wars on two fronts, as Cobra Island AND Springfield become key battlegrounds in the war with Serpentor. But Destro has his own plansÉ

Featuring the return of the new Snake Eyes--breakout character Dawn Moreno--and the first appearance of Agent Helix in the Real American Hero universe! Following in the bloody footsteps of the smash-hit "Dawn of the Arashikage" story arc comes the newest chapter in Dawn Moreno's journey, joining a special rescue team led by Bombstrike. It's Dawn's first (un)official mission as a JOE... but it may be her last and nobody will ever know. That's because, when Agent Helix is involved, the only option is the Silent Option. Collects the four issue miniseries, plus the short origin story "Codename: Helix."

With COBRA on the run and the Pit in shambles, Duke leads the team into a brave, new era, as new teams are formed and G.I. JOE finds another base of operations. Plus, Torpedo leads a dangerous G.I. JOE rescue mission in Olliestan.

This 62 page 8"x11" celebration of the painted art of G.I.Joe: A Real American Hero features every carded figure, vehicle, playset, poster and peripheral product featuring painted art released from 1982-1983. This soft cover book features 100# paper and an epic card stock AccuFoil 11"x16" wraparound cover!