G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #196
In G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #196, the captured Joes of Sierra Gordo are held in a dire situation, prompting a new team to launch a rescue mission from the Pit. As the Joes deploy, Cobra Commander spots their departure and sees a rare chance to strike at the weakened base—setting the stage for a tense, high-stakes gamble. Written by Larry Hama and illustrated by S. L. Gallant, with inks by Brian Shearer, colors by J. Brown, and letters by Neil Uyetake, the cover by S. L. Gallant and Gary Erskine captures the urgency of the moment.
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All of the Joes in Sierra Gordo have been captured and imprisoned. Another squad of Joes mobilizes from the Pit to help rescue their comrades. Cobra Commander notes their departure and realizes the Pit is now manned by a skeleton crew, providing an opportune window for an assault.
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