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Creation & Design

Cobra Commander was created as the primary antagonist for the G.I. Joe franchise, designed to embody the archetype of a villainous leader with grand ambitions.

Early Years

Initially introduced as the leader of the Cobra organization, Cobra Commander quickly became a symbol of villainy in the G.I. Joe universe, often clashing with the Joes in various plots.

Character Development

Over the years, Cobra Commander has evolved from a one-dimensional villain to a complex character with intricate motivations, often reflecting themes of power, betrayal, and ambition.

Cultural Reception

Cobra Commander has been received as an iconic villain in pop culture, often referenced in various media as the archetypal evil leader.

Character Details

Real Name:
Unknown
First Appearance:
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #1
Aliases:
Cobra Commander, CC
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Cobra, Cobra La
Abilities:
Leadership, Strategic Planning, Combat Skills
Equipment:
Cobra Battle Armor, Cobra Vehicles, Weapons
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #1
Marvel ⋅ 1982
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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #1
 
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1st team appearance of G.I. Joe

1st appearance of Snake-Eyes, an Arashikage-trained ninja (G.I. Joe)

1st appearance of Scarlett, an intel officer (G.I. Joe)

1st appearance of Grunt, an infantry trooper (G.I. Joe)

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1st appearance of Breaker, a communications officer (G.I. Joe)

1st appearance of Rock 'N Roll, a machine gunner (G.I. Joe)

1st appearance of Stalker, a ranger (G.I. Joe)

1st appearance of Zap, a bazooka soldier (G.I. Joe)

1st appearance of Short-Fuze, a mortar soldier (G.I. Joe)

1st appearance of Clutch, a Vamp operator (G.I. Joe)

1st appearance of Laser, a rifle trooper (G.I. Joe)

1st appearance of Steeler, a tank commander (G.I. Joe)

1st appearance of Hawk, a field commander (G.I. Joe)

1st appearance of Grand Slam, an artillery specialist (G.I. Joe)

1st team appearance of Cobra, a terrorist organization

1st appearance of Cobra Commander, leader and founder of Cobra

1st appearance of Baroness, an intel officer (Cobra)

Writer and Vietnam veteran Larry Hama intended to create a Nick Fury series but after being approached by Hasbro to launch their 3.75-inch action figures, the Fury Force concept was applied to G.I. Joe

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #55
Marvel ⋅ 1987
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Origin of Cobra Commander, reveals he was once a used car salesman

1st appearance of Low-Light, a marksman

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #58
Marvel ⋅ 1987
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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #58
 
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1st appearance of Dusty, desert trooper

1st appearance of Fred VII

Debut of new Cobra Commander armor

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #100
Marvel ⋅ 1990
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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #100
 
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Milestone issue

Average number of issues printed over the course of 12 months: 303,220, according to circulation information

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero - Cobra Reborn #1
Devil's Due Publishing ⋅ 2004
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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero - Cobra Reborn #1
 
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Origin of Cobra Commander

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #34
2nd Print ⋅ Devil's Due Publishing ⋅ 2004
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Variant second printing cover art

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #226
Action Figure ⋅ IDW ⋅ 2016
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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #226
 
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Variant cover art by Adam Riches

Action figure cover featuring Cobra Commander

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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero - Snake Eyes Origin #1
Variant ⋅ IDW ⋅ 2020
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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero - Snake Eyes Origin #1
 
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Variant cover art by Gabriele Dell'Otto featuring Cobra Commander

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