G.I. Joe: Origins #18
In G.I. Joe: Origins #18, the hunt for the elusive Zartan intensifies as Dr. Taggart tracks him through shifting identities and hidden threats. With Zartan’s shape-shifting skills making every encounter unpredictable, the tension mounts when he eliminates a key pursuer, Bryson, leaving his enemies misled. As the mission unfolds, Zartan returns to his roots, revealing lingering echoes of his past self—memories that hint at a deeper connection to who he once was. Written by Chuck Dixon and illustrated by Álex Cal, with colors by Filippo Flores and letters by Neil Uyetake, the issue’s cover by Tom Feister captures the mystery and danger of the moment.
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Dr. Taggart leads the hunt for Zartan. His shape shifting abilities make the hunt difficult. He kills Bryson, leading his pursuers to believe that he died. He returns to base, contacts the Commander, and gets his freedom and the death of Taggart in exchange for his service. He revisits his home town, showing that he has retained some of the original Zartan's memories.
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