G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #20
In "Dawn of the Arashikage Part One," the G.I. Joe team intercepts Dawn mid-battle with Firefly, setting off a tense confrontation that tests loyalties and past wounds. As Stormshadow helps Snake Eyes and Dawn confront their inner demons, a shocking twist reveals 'Budo' to be Zartan, who escapes with Firefly during a dramatic chase across an elevated train. With Dawn now 18, the Joes extend an official invitation for her to join their ranks—her arrival set to create a new kind of confusion for Cobra. Written by Larry Hama and illustrated by Netho Diaz, with inks by Diaz, Rodrigues, and Gomes, and colors by Milen Parvanov, this pivotal issue features a cover by Netho Diaz.
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The Joes catch up to Dawn during her battle with Firefly. Stormshadow helps Dawn and Snake Eyes' psyche relinquish their thirst for revenge. 'Budo' turns out to be Zartan, who disappears with Firefly over the side of an elevated train. Now that Dawn is 18 the Joes invite her to join their team, realizing that having two operatives code-named 'Snake Eyes' will help confuse Cobra.
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