[Shin Densetsu]

G.I. Joe Cobra #3 Review

This series has kept readers on their toes, and I doubt this next issue will cease doing so. In fact, this is the most shocking issue yet.

The clarity of the art work remains very high; easy to read, and pleasant on the eyes. The colors are applied subtly to the bold applications of ink. There is a 2 page spread on pages 10-11, where it looks like an exacto blade was scraped across the ink. This is a neat effect to see, and fits in very well with the artwork.

The blend of subtle color applications, textures, and bold inks fit seamlessly together. A level of depth is attained, and maintained all throughout this issue.

Chuckles ventures further down a path that will be incredibly difficult to return from. What he does in his mind, is for the greater good; sacrifices necessary. In many ways, he is becoming like General Hawk. The line between hero and villain is blurred, this is a G.I. Joe member unlike any other. What separates a Cobra member from a G.I. Joe? In Chuckles case, it’s hard to tell.

The leader of a familiar, evil organization may have made his first appearance in this issue. We don’t see much, but judging by the title of this book….

Whether receiving commands from X or General Hawk, it doesn’t really make a difference anymore, as whatever Chuckles does usually ends up with casualties. Speaking of casualties…..

Erika from the last issue makes a few appearances, as well as another familiar female. As this female is being interrogated, Chuckles is brought in to “handle it”. Remember how I brought up the line between hero and villain being blurred? After you see this, do you think Chuckles is a hero or villain? Even if he does right in the end, does that make him heroic?

This issue has us questioning Chuckles’ morality. What if we were in the same position, what decisions would we make? It’s hard to say. Sure some comics have us asking ourselves questions afterwards, but this issue has us asking difficult questions to answer. This issue is a must read.

Christos Gage and Mike Costa have penned a compelling G.I. Joe story so far, giving depth to an underrated, much overlooked character. At the same time, we are given much to ponder, about where this story will lead to next, and how Chuckles will cope with it. This series has been a surprise for the G.I. Joe license, no one expected a story like this and I excitedly await the next issue.

[State Trooper]

Thanks!

[Griff]

Hell i'd probably just say frack it and go full blown cobra...when in rome.

[Loose Cannon]

It is a must read. Maybe the best so far.

[cobrabat]

Really good.

[Monkeywrench]

thanks for the review. I can't wait to read this book

[iowajedi]

Agreed - this is the best issue so far. This particular series is such a surprise. I went in with such low expectations and I'm just shocked each month by how good it really is.

[mswi]

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Originally Posted by iowajedi

Agreed - this is the best issue so far. This particular series is such a surprise. I went in with such low expectations and I'm just shocked each month by how good it really is.

I'll second that!! freaking love this title, no Havoc missile throwing at hiss tanks here.

[Shin Densetsu]

Heh, after reading the series so far, I really want that Attack on Cobra Island 7-pack, reason enough to buy Chuckles!

[QBERT]

great story line so far...but COBRA issue#1 still the best for me.