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Alvin R. Kibbey

Alvin R. Kibbey

70 appearances Β· Bronze Age Β· 1982–2025 Β· 7 key issues
Who is Alvin R. Kibbey?

Alvin R. Kibbey, code-named Breaker, was a naturally gifted linguist and electronics whiz who channeled his talents into the U.S. military, becoming G.I. Joe's first dedicated communications specialist when the elite counter-terrorist unit was formed.

Debuting in the landmark first issue of G.I. Joe, a Real American Hero in 1982, Alvin R. Kibbey is a Bronze Age original who has been part of one of Marvel's most beloved action franchises from the very beginning. Created by the legendary Larry Hama and Don Perlin, Kibbey has shared the page with icons like Scarlett, Hawk, and Cobra Commander across a publishing history that stretches an remarkable 43 years and touches titles including Tales of G.I. Joe and G.I. Joe Comics Magazine. With 7 key-issue appearances to their name, this is a character whose presence collectors have taken note of across decades of adventure. If you're diving deep into the rich, sprawling world of G.I. Joe, Alvin R. Kibbey is exactly the kind of figure who rewards the dedicated reader willing to explore beyond the most famous faces.

Identity

Real name. Alvin R. Kibbey

Powers. No superpowers; skilled communications/electronics specialist, multilingual, trained infantryman

Teams & affiliations
G.I. JoeCOBRACobra SoldiersDreadnoksCobra EelsRussian Oktober Guards
β˜… First appearance
G.I. Joe, a Real American Hero #1
Jun 1982

Trivia

  • Larry Hama has written more of Alvin R. Kibbey's comics than any other writer in our catalog β€” 57 issues.

Top series

Covers through the years β€” 1982–2024

G.I. Joe, a Real American Hero #1 β˜… 1982
G.I. Joe, a Real American Hero #1
G.I. Joe, a Real American Hero #47 β˜… 1986
G.I. Joe, a Real American Hero #47
G.I. Joe, a Real American Hero #108 1991
G.I. Joe, a Real American Hero #108
G.I. Joe #1 2002
G.I. Joe #1
G.I. Joe: Declassified #[nn] 2007
G.I. Joe: Declassified #[nn]
G.I. Joe: The Complete Collection #2 2013
G.I. Joe: The Complete Collection #2
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero Compendium #1 2024
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero Compendium #1

Appearances

Team America (1982)
#3
Spider-Woman (1978)
#45
G.I. Joe Yearbook (1985)
#1
The G.I. Joe Order of Battle (1986)
#1
Tales of G.I. Joe (1988)
G.I. Joe Comics Magazine (1986)
G.I. Joe: Battle Files (2002)
#1
G.I. Joe (2002)
G.I. Joe Battle Files Sourcebook (2003)
G.I. Joe vs. the Transformers (2003)
#3
Transformers / G.I. Joe (2003)
#3
G.I. Joe: Declassified (2007)
G.I. Joe: The Complete Collection (2012)
#2
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #1 Hundred Penny Press (2014)
G.I. Joe a Real American Hero #1 Larry Hama Cut (2023)
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero Compendium (2024)
G.I. Joe Yearbook #1 Kickstarter Exclusive (2024)