G.I. Joe: Arashikage Showdown #1
"Arashikage Showdown" #1, written by Joshua Blaylock and illustrated by Chris Lie with inks by Tony Tamai, Anthony Spay, Ramanda Kamarga, and Dove McHargue, kicks off a high-stakes mission when the ancient Scroll of Tokagura is stolen. As Snake-Eyes, Scarlett, and Jinx track its connection to the Jewel of Amaterasu and the secretive Arashikage Clan, betrayal looms with Soga’s deceptive influence. Cover by Susan Luo, this 2005 Devil’s Due Publishing issue sets a tense, character-driven tone with a legacy that runs deep.
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After an ancient artifact known as the Scroll of Tokagura is stolen, Snake-Eyes leads Scarlett, Jinx and their allies to uncover its link to the Jewel of Amaterasu and the Arashikage Clan’s legacy. Betrayed by Soga, who manipulates them to claim the Jewel, the team faces internal doubts and fierce battles. Storm Shadow ultimately redeems himself by defeating Soga and hiding the Jewel near Mt. Fuji.
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