G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #49
In "Serpentor," the G.I. Joe team faces their most dangerous adversary yet when Dr. Mindbender fuses the genetic code of history’s greatest warriors—along with Storm Shadow—into a single, terrifying new leader. With Ripcord captured after a risky mission as Zartan, General Hawk rallies the Joes for a high-stakes assault on Cobra’s hidden base beneath Springfield. Written by Larry Hama and illustrated by Rod Whigham, with dynamic inks by Andy Mushynsky and colors by George Roussos, this pivotal issue delivers intense action and escalating stakes, all framed by Mike Zeck’s striking cover.
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Dr. Mindbender uses the genetic material of the greatest warriors who ever lived (plus Storm Shadow) to create the ultimate Cobra leader, Serpentor. Ripcord (as Zartan) gives the Joes the location of Cobra headquarters located under Springfield, but is discovered and captured before he can escape. General Hawk calls all Joes in for an assault on Springfield, which he leads.
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