Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have announced a spectacular set of manga variant covers for their Energon Universe comics from acclaimed manga artists Satoshi Shiki and Manabu Yashiro.
These first-of-their-kind Energon Universe manga comic covers will be available as 1:50 incentive variants in the E cover slot for the December Energon Universe comic issues M.A.S.K. #7, Transformers #39, G.I. Joe #29, and VoidRivals #37. Fans can collect all four manga variant covers at your local comic shop, beginning with M.A.S.K. #7 on December 2, 2026!
These first-ever manga variant covers to grace the Energon Universe comics will span a thrilling lineup of issues this December. M.A.S.K. #7 kicks off a new story arc with Scott Trakker in the middle of the action, Transformers #39 features Optimus against a surprising foe, G.I. Joe #29 delivers the final Night Force fight and the end of G.I. Joe as we know it, while Void Rivals #37 begins the all-new Pit of Destruction story arc for Darak and Solila.
M.A.S.K. #7 (SRP: $3.99) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on December 2, 2026.
Transformers #39 (SRP: $3.99) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on December 9, 2026.
G.I. Joe #29 (SRP: $3.99) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on December 16, 2026.
Void Rivals #37 (SRP: $3.99) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on December 23, 2026.
The full list of Energon Universe manga covers is below:
M.A.S.K. #7 Cover E (1:50 Incentive, Manga Variant) by Satoshi Shiki
Transformers #39 Cover E (1:50 Incentive, Manga Variant) by Satoshi Shiki
G.I. Joe #29 Cover E (1:50 Incentive, Manga Variant) by Manabu Yashiro
Void Rivals #37 Cover E (1:50 Incentive, Manga Variant) by Satoshi Shiki
THE MOST SHOCKING ISSUE EVER “DEATH IN THE DESERT” was the truly landmark issue of G.I. JOE that showed no character was truly safe. This is your chance to see why this story changed how readers would forever see the series. Every HAMA FILES EDITION will feature a special letter from Larry Hama, offering new behind the scenes information and special insights into the most iconic issues of G.I. JOE: A REAL AMERICAN HERO printed on deluxe newsprint.
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Upper Deck and Hasbro have announced a new licensing deal that will bring memorable moments and characters from Transformers,Power Rangers,G.I. Joe, M.A.S.K., Jem and the Holograms, and other fan-favorite properties to trading cards and games designed for long-time enthusiasts and collectors alike. The debut product through this new collaboration will celebrate the40th Anniversary of TheTransformers: The Movie, with a special trading card set honoring the lasting impact of the beloved franchise.
Hasbro itself is a game company and in 2024 released a trading card set with Dynamite celebrating the 40th anniversary of Transformers. As far as games, Transformers did have a trading card game released by Hasbro’s Wizards of the Coast that lasted from 2018 to 2020. It currently has a deck-building game a tabletop roleplaying game currently produced by Renegade Game Studios.
Alongside the 40th Anniversary of The Transformers: The Movie in August, and the nationally celebrated “Transformers Day” on September 17, Upper Deck is releasing a Transformers40th Anniversary Special Edition trading card set in September, which will be available exclusively at Target. The set brings the legendary Autobots and Decepticons to life through cinematic poster-inspired trading cards. Every box will include the complete base set, alongside a “Stellar System” insert series featuring fan-favorite characters against a galaxy backdrop. Fans and collectors can also chase a range of eye-catching parallels and autographed cards from Peter Cullen, the iconic voice of Optimus Prime.
Expanding the collaboration further, later this year fans can also look forward to the The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary trading card set under Upper Deck’s iconic Fleer brand, known for its timeless trading card designs and nostalgic appeal among collectors. The 100-card base set highlights memorable characters and scenes from the film across Fleer-inspired base and parallel designs. Inserts include “From Screen to Page” themed around artwork from the 20th anniversary IDW comic series, “More Than Meets the Eye” flip lenticular cards that showcase characters in both robot mode and vehicle mode, and “Instruments of Destruction” 3D lenticular cards that highlight the Decepticons and other villains from the film. The set also features autograph cards from select voice actors.
The upcoming The Transformers: The Movie 40th Anniversary trading card lineup marks only the beginning of this collaboration between Hasbro and Upper Deck, with future collections inspired by Power Rangers, G.I. Joe, M.A.S.K., Jem and the Holograms, and more on the horizon.
Celebrating 40 years of The Transformers: The Movie, Hasbro has been putting on an “Apology Tour” that includes numerous parts including the “Celebration of Life Concert” which took place during San Diego Comic-Con 2026.
The full concert has now been put up online, a near 2 hour rocking concert. It features music from The Transformers: The Movie: The Soundtrack: The Reformatted Edition, performed live by Knights of Unicron, including a special performance of “The Touch” by Stan Bush himself and performance by Vince DiCola. Opening for the Knights of Unicron are G.I. JOE’s Cold Slither and Britta Phillips – original singer from Jem and the Holograms. And featuring a special appearance by Sebastian Bach!
Jem 0:01 Jem Theme 2:18 Only The Beginning 4:38 Twilight In Paris 6:27 Deception 9:04 I Got My Eye On You 11:17 Glitter & Gold 13:58 Truly Outrageous 16:32 Who Is He Kissing 18:29 Like A Dream 20:52 She’s Got The Power 23:23 Depends On The Mood I’m In 25:51 Music is Magic
28:08 Stern Pinball
Cold Slither 29:11 Welcome To The Swamp 30:17 Knock Em Dread 34:05 These Fluffies Are Fatal 37:49 Under The Dreadnok Spell 42:19 Zartan’s Revenge 46:21 Cobra Island 51:19 Thunder Machine 55:48 Cold Slither 1:01:27 Jem Theme Song with Britta Phillips
Knights of Unicron 1:04:35 The Transformers Theme featuring Brittney Slayes 1:08:56 Hunger featuring Brittney Slayes 1:13:59 Instruments Of Destruction featuring Francesco Cavalieri 1:18:27 Dare To Be Stupid featuring Torch 1:22:00 Autobot/Decepticon Battle 1:26:45 Death Of Optimus Prime featuring Vince DiCola 1:33:25 The Touch featuring Stan Bush and Vince DiCola 1:38:29 Dare featuring Stan Bush and Vince DiCola 1:43:54 Escape 1:49:30 Nothin’s Gonna Stand In Our Way featuring Sebastian Bach
Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have revealed preview pages and the lineup of variant covers for G.I. Joe #26, brought to you by the creative team of writer Joshua Williamson, artist Tom Reilly, colorist Lee Loughridge, and letterer Rus Wooton. The battle continues when G.I. Joe #26 hits comic book shops on September 16, 2026.
Round two: G.I. Joe and Night Force won’t back down!
The epic battle between the two teams takes a dangerous turn as a new Joe – G.I. B.A.T. (yeah, you read that right!)- enters the fight! Can Baroness’s secret mission stop the war?
G.I. Joe #26 features a main cover by artist Tom Reilly with a lineup of variant covers that includes two open to order covers by Jerome Opeña and Neeraj Menon and InHyuk Lee, a 1:25 incentive streetwear variant by Fadime Yildirim, and a 1:50 incentive variant by Jonboy Meyers featuring the first cover appearance of G.I. B.A.T.
The full list of variant covers is below:
G.I. Joe #26 Cover A by Tom Reilly (Lunar Code: 0726IM0440)
G.I. Joe #26 Cover B by Jerome Opeña & Neeraj Menon (Lunar Code: 0726IM0441)
G.I. Joe #26 Cover C by InHyuk Lee (Lunar Code: 0726IM0442)
G.I. Joe #26 Cover D (1:25 Incentive) by Fadime Yildirim (Lunar Code: 0726IM0443)
G.I. Joe #26 Cover E (1:50 Incentive) by Jonboy Meyers (Lunar Code: 0726IM0444)
(W) Joshua Williamson (A) Tom Reilly, Andrea Milana (C) Lee Loughridge (L) Rus Wooton
It had to happen: G.I. Joe VS Night Force!
Everything has been leading to this EXTRA-SIZED landmark issue as Joe battles Joe, friends become enemies, and the chart-topping creative team kicks off the biggest G.I. Joe story in Energon Universe history!
SNAKE-EYES VS. SNAKE-EYES! Snake-Eyes is in danger. ALL of them!
Story: Larry Hama Art: Paul Pelletier Ink: Tony Kordos Color: Francesco Segala Flatter: Sabrina Del Grosso Letterer: Pat Brosseau
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At the official Energon Universe comics panel at Comic-Con International: San Diego (SDCC) this weekend, Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro revealed an all-new trailer, new covers and character designs from the shared universe in a panel featuring Robert Kirkman, Joshua Williamson, Conor Hughes, and Sean Mackiewicz.
Recently celebrating its third anniversary, the Energon Universe comics have provento be unstoppable, and this year’s panel was packed with new reveals, unexpected teasers, and an exclusive M.A.S.K. wristband giveaway for the SDCC audience, who were also granted an exclusive debut of the all-new trailer!
M.A.S.K.has long been planned as the fourth entry in Energon Universe comics and the panel celebrated the recent launch of the high-octane series from writer Dan Watters and artist Pye Parr. While the audience activated their M.A.S.K. network wristbands and awaited Matt Trakker’s orders, they were shown new character designs for iconic M.A.S.K. characters Trakker’s son Scott, and his trusty protector T-Bob, who will be introduced in upcoming issues of M.A.S.K.
Following the explosive events of the Quintesson War, Void Rivalshas entered a new chapter and series artist Conor Hughes joined co-creator and writer Robert Kirkman to discuss ROM’s upcoming arrival in the Sacred Ring. The audience was treated to the reveal of character designs for bounty hunter Predacron and hints of what’s to come in Void Rivals’ next story arc, including new artist Frank Mazzoli!
G.I. Joekicks off its biggest story arc yet with an extra-sized issue #25 releasing in August and writer Joshua Williamson was on hand to give insight into the key moments that led to G.I. Joe vs. Night Force. Then the all-new Cobra character named Major Medusa was revealed to the world for the first time, including a look at her stunning new character design, with some hints as to what her role might be in the coming issues with G.I. Joe #26 covers featured on screen.
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Transformershas proven to be a series true to its title with several key characters experiencing significant changes in recent issues. Robert Kirkman described the process of taking the series in new and unexpected directions with characters introduced across different iterations of Transformers over the years—like Superion, featured in the #36 main cover with newly christened Autobot Thundercracker as his new arm. Energon Universe comics architects Kirkman and Sean Mackiewicz also teased the future of the Transformers, how far Elita Prime might go to win the war,and announced Karl Kerschl will be the guest artist on issue #37.
G.I. JOE CLASSIFIED SERIES RETRO CARDBACK COLLABORATIVE LARA CROFT TOMB RAIDER
(HASBRO | Ages 4 years & up | Approx. Retail Price: $44.99 | Pre-Order Thursday July 23 at 5 PM ET; Available Fall 2026)
G.I. Joe is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the world. Lara Croft, the TOMB RAIDER, is a legendary truth seeker and adventurer whose globetrotting explorations have brought her fame and notoriety. It’s only natural their paths would cross while exploring the jungles of Cobra Island in this amazing collaborative between Hasbro and Crystal Dynamics. New to the G.I. Joe Classified Series line, Lara Croft TOMB RAIDER comes ready for adventure, with multiple points of articulation for high poseability. This Lara Croft TOMB RAIDER figure contains 16 character-inspired accessory pieces including alternate head, 2 alt hands, 2 climbing axes, backpack, grappling hook with handle and rope, recurve bow and arrow, quiver, the Dagger of Xian with sheath, and dual weapon accessories; plus a removable bandolier.
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TOMB RAIDER copyright 2026 Crystal Dynamics group of companies. All rights reserved.
G.I. JOE CLASSIFIED SERIES #220, MAD MARAUDERS FOOTLOOSE, MUTT, & JUNKYARD
(HASBRO | Ages 4 years & up | Approx. Retail Price: $74.99 | Pre-Order Tuesday, July 28 at 1PM ET; Available Fall 2026)
G.I. Joe is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. Wherever there’s trouble, G.I. Joe is there. New to the G.I. Joe Classified Series line, Mad Marauders Footloose, Mutt, & Junkyard come ready for adventure, with multiple points of articulation for high poseability. This figure set is bursting with 23 character-inspired accessory pieces: Footloose includes helmet, knife, bazooka, rocket, backpack, and 3 weapons accessories; Mutt includes 6 alternate hands some with dog trainer signals, nightstick, knife, helmet, 2 goggles, mask, and 3 weapon accessories; plus swapable “good boy” and “growling” heads for Junkyard. The Mad Marauders sub-team of G.I. Joe is a highly specialized, fast attack, ground assault unit that strikes the first blow for G.I.Joe against Cobra’s forces of evil!
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G.I. JOE CLASSIFIED SERIES #219, MARS (MILITARY ARMAMENTS RESEARCH SYNDICATE) S.N.A.K.E. (SYSTEM NEUTRALIZER-ARMED KLOAKING EQUIPMENT) BATTLE SUIT
(HASBRO | Ages 4 years & up | Approx. Retail Price: $79.99| Pre-Order Tuesday July 28 at 1PM ET; Available Fall 2026)
G.I. Joe is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. The brave members of G.I. Joe are prepared to seek out Cobra in any environment on the planet. From hostile jungles to ice-clad arctic peaks…wherever there’s trouble, G.I. Joe is there. New to the G.I. Joe Classified Series line, M.A.R.S. (Military Armaments Research Syndicate) S.N.A.K.E. (System Neutralizer-Armed Kloaking Equipement) Battle Suit comes ready for adventure, with multiple points of articulation for high poseability. The battle suit fits most 6-inch action figures (sold separately) inside the cockpit. This Battle Suit contains 15 character-inspired accessory pieces including missile, 2 wrist coupling pieces, 2 hands, flamethrower with 3 flame effects, power claw, laser cannon, jetpack, and 2 fuel tanks; plus a hinged entryway. Designed by Destro and his scientists the M.A.R.S. S.N.A.K.E. is a powerful battle suit whose heavy armor plating protects Destro’s troopers. When captured G.I. Joes are placed inside, its powerful sensors easily brainwash them into thinking and acting like the enemy.
G.I. JOE CLASSIFIED SERIES RETRO CARDBACK VINCENT R. “FALCON” FALCONE
(HASBRO | Ages 4 years & up | Approx. Retail Price: $27.99 | Pre-Order Tuesday July 28 at 1PM ET; Available Fall 2026)
G.I. Joe is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. The brave members of G.I. Joe are prepared to seek out Cobra in any environment on the planet. From hostile jungles to ice-clad arctic peaks…wherever there’s trouble, G.I. Joe is there. New to the G.I. Joe Classified Series line, Vincent R. “Falcon” Falcone comes ready for adventure, with multiple points of articulation for high poseability. This Vincent R. “Falcon” Falcone figure contains 5 character-inspired accessory pieces including backpack, knife, iconic beret, figure stand, and weapon accessory, plus removable scarf. Multilingual, Falcon is first on the ground immersing himself in the native population. He rallies their support, trains foreign troops, and leads them against Cobra wherever enemy threats arise.
G.I. JOE CLASSIFIED SERIES RETRO CARDBACK COBRA VALKYRIE
(HASBRO | Ages 4 years & up | Approx. Retail Price: $27.99 | Pre-Order Tuesday July 28 at 1PM ET; Available Fall 2026)
G.I. Joe is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. The brave members of G.I. Joe are prepared to seek out Cobra in any environment on the planet. From hostile jungles to ice-clad arctic peaks…wherever there’s trouble, G.I. Joe is there. New to the G.I. Joe Classified Series line, Cobra Valkyrie comes ready for adventure, with multiple points of articulation for high poseability. This Cobra Valkyrie figure contains 9 character-inspired accessory pieces including helmet, knife, figure stand, and 6 weapon accessories. The Cobra Valkyries stalk the battlefield as “choosers of the slain” ushering any enemies who cross their path straight to Valhalla. These Cobra Troopers are not to be underestimated or trifled with.
G.I. JOE CLASSIFIED SERIES RETRO CARDBACK ANTHONY “FLASH” GAMBELLO
(HASBRO | Ages 4 years & up | Approx. Retail Price: $27.99 | Pre-Order Tuesday July 28 at 1PM ET; Available Fall 2026)
G.I. Joe is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. The brave members of G.I. Joe are prepared to seek out Cobra in any environment on the planet. From hostile jungles to ice-clad arctic peaks…wherever there’s trouble, G.I. Joe is there. New to the G.I. Joe Classified Series line, Anthony “Flash” Gambello comes ready for adventure, with multiple points of articulation for high poseability. This Anthony “Flash” Gambello figure contains 6 character-inspired accessory pieces including helmet, XMLR-1A Laser Rifle, power pack, connecting tube, figure stand and weapon accessory. Flash is methodical and persistent. Has an innate and unshakable faith in the order of the universe. He’s working on his Master’s degree in electronic engineering (nights).
G.I. JOE CLASSIFIED SERIES #216, ARCTIC BATTLE 3-PACK
(HASBRO | Ages 4 years & up | Approx. Retail Price: $84.99 | Pre-Order Wednesday August 26 at 1PM; Available Fall 2026)
G.I. Joe is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe. tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. The brave members of G.I. Joe are prepared to seek out Cobra in any environment on the planet. From hostile jungles to ice-clad arctic peaks…wherever there’s trouble, G.I. Joe is there. New to the G.I. Joe Classified Series line, build your arctic collection with this set of 2 Cobra and 1 Joe 6″ scale action figures. Includes 27 accessories. Build a complete strike scenario right out of the box. The Arctic S.A.W.-Viper lays down suppressive fire, the Drift Viper tracks targets with precision optics, and the Steel Corps Trooper answers with specialized weapons for frontline engagement.
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G.I. JOE CLASSIFIED SERIES #214, SGT SLAUGHTER & THE TRIPLE “T”
(HASBRO | Ages 14 years & up | Approx. Retail Price: $109.99 | Pre-Order Wednesday August 12 at 1PM ET; Available Fall 2026)
G.I. Joe is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. The brave members of G.I. Joe are prepared to seek out Cobra in any environment on the planet. From hostile jungles to ice-clad arctic peaks…wherever there’s trouble, G.I. Joe is there. New to the G.I. Joe Classified Series line, Sgt Slaughter & the Triple “T” come ready for adventure, with multiple points of articulation for high poseability. This collectible set includes a highly articulated 6” scale Sgt Slaughter action figure with premium deco and detailing, 7 character-inspired accessories including 3 alternate hands, helmet, drill instructor baton, knife, and weapon accessory; plus his signature removable cover and sunglasses. The Triple “T”: Tag Team Terminator vehicle has been modernized with working treads, 2 missiles, 2 movable cannons, protective canopy, dashboard display, and articulated joystick. A hinged grill plate opens to reveal a battle platform with weapon storage and communications array—everything a growing Joe needs to kick Cobra’s keister back to the stone age. Sgt Slaughter is the premier drill instructor and special forces leader of G.I. Joe, a master recruiter who turns even the toughest recruits into an unbeatable fighting force,
Inspired by the legendary Cobra Civil War storyline from the G.I. Joe comics, “Cobra Island” channels the chaos, power struggles, and all-out warfare between Cobra Commander, Serpentor, and their rival factions through razor-sharp riffs, soaring vocals, and classic ’80s metal energy.
Headbang to the treacherous heart of Cobra’s infamous stronghold with Cold Slither’s crushing new track “Cobra Island”. This thunderous heavy metal ripper captures the utter chaos, and all-out warfare of the legendary Cobra Civil War from the G.I. Joe comic book series — the brutal power struggle between Cobra Commander, Serpentor, and their rival factions that tore the organization apart and dragged G.I. Joe and the Iron Grenadiers into the fray. Interpreted by our beloved bunch of Dreadnoks!
Packed with razor-sharp riffs, Zartan’s soaring vocals, and a relentless groove that hits like a Thunder Machine barreling through the swamps, “Cobra Island” high-octane energy and shows a glimpse of what things might sound for a future album. Think classic ’80s metal fury meets the early thrash groove and power — perfect for headbanging, moshing, and plotting world domination.
Cold Slither is a declaration of war. Fronted by the enigmatic Zartan and his ruthless Dreadnok bandmates Torch, Ripper, and Buzzer, the band fuses old-school heavy metal with anarchic energy and unrelenting force. With tracks built on punishing riffs, venomous vocals, and apocalyptic atmosphere, COLD SLITHER resurrects the myth and turns it into a modern-day metal juggernaut.
The release arrives just ahead of Cold Slither’s performance at Hasbro’sThe Transformers: The Movie 40th AnniversaryCelebration of Life Concert, taking place Thursday, July 23 at the House of Blues in San Diego. The one-night-only event will feature an all-star lineup, including the hard-rocking band returning to the stage following their fan-favorite live debut in San Diego last year, bringing their loud and rebellious sound straight from the world of G.I. Joe.
