G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #252
In "Special Missions Part Two: Baroness," the iconic villain takes command of a Cobra operation in Darklonia, facing off in a tense sniper duel against rebel fighter Katya. As bullets fly and the stakes rise, the Baroness is drawn into a vivid memory of her first encounter with Destro—adding depth to her past as the mission unfolds. Written by Larry Hama and illustrated by David Messina, with inks by Elisabetta D'Amico, colors by Alessandra Alexakis, and lettering by Neil Uyetake, the issue's cover by David Messina captures the intensity of the standoff.
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The Baroness leads a Cobra team into Darklonia to advise their military. Katya, a rebel sniper, pins down the Darklonian forces and engages in sniper warfare with the Baroness. The Baroness takes drives Katya away but neither sniper is able to hit the other. During the duel, the Baroness recalls her first meeting with Destro.
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