G.I. Joe #29

In "Baline Échouée," the W.H.A.L.E. hovercraft is sidelined for repairs at a seaport when Destro and Firefly steal it, forcing the G.I. Joes to pursue. As the duo flees in a stolen fishing boat toward Springfield, the Commander unveils his new elite enforcers—the Crimson Guard—sleeper agents capable of blending into civilian life. Written by Larry Hama and illustrated by Frank Springer, with inks by Andy Mushynsky and colors by George Roussos, this 1985 issue features a striking cover by Michael Golden.