Get ready for a unique G.I. JOE adventure! Skybound Entertainment and Image Comics, in collaboration with Hasbro, are launching “Silent Missions” month with the debut of G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero – Spirit #1. This all-new one-shot, written and drawn by the talented Leonardo Romero (Birds of Prey) with colors by Cris Peter (Casanova), arrives in comic book shops on April 16. Prepare for a gripping story told without dialogue!
Spirit Takes Center Stage in G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero – Spirit #1
Comic book history was made with G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero #21 and its groundbreaking “Silent Interlude.” Now, Skybound is revisiting this innovative storytelling with a series of all-new G.I. JOE Silent Missions throughout April 2025. G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero – Spirit #1 is a standalone issue that puts the spotlight on the iconic duo of Spirit and his eagle, Freedom. In this thrilling, dialogue-free adventure from Leonardo Romero, Spirit and Freedom investigate mysterious disappearances in a nearby forest, only to uncover a terrifying experiment.
The Creative Team and Variant Covers for G.I. JOE Spirit #1
Alex Antone, Editorial Director at Skybound, praised Leonardo Romero as “one of the very best storytellers in comics,” calling this issue an “absolute masterclass.” He highlighted Romero’s ability to capture the heart and courage of Spirit while showcasing the impressive partnership between the man and his eagle. In addition to the main cover by Leonardo Romero, fans can look forward to variant covers by Jorge Fornés (Rorschach), a 1:10 incentive black and white version of Romero’s cover, and a 1:25 incentive foil letter version of Fornés’ cover.
G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero – Spirit #1 is the third of several new Silent Missions one-shots releasing throughout April. Other talented creators contributing to this special month include Phil Hester, DANI & Dan Watters, Andrew Krahnke, and Wes Craig. To further celebrate Silent Missions month, Skybound will also release a special “Silent Missions” edition of the original “Silent Interlude,” G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero #21, featuring a new letter from the legendary Larry Hama.
G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero continues its currently running, smash-hit series from Larry Hama, artist Chris Mooneyham, and colorist Francesco Segala. This series, along with the Energon Universe titles Void Rivals and TRANSFORMERS, are key components of the historic collaboration between Skybound and Hasbro.
G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero – Spirit #1 ($3.99) will be available at comic book shops and on digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play, on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.
Variant Covers for G.I. JOE: A Real American Hero – Spirit #1:
- Cover A by Leonardo Romero (Lunar Code: 0225IM296)
- Cover B by Jorge Fornés (Lunar Code: 0225IM297)
- Cover C (1:10 incentive) (Black & White) by Leonardo Romero (Lunar Code: 0225IM298)
- Cover D (1:25 Incentive) (Foil Letter) by Jorge Fornés (Lunar Code: 0225IM299)
Learn more about G.I. JOE and other exciting titles at the official Skybound Entertainment website: www.skybound.com.
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