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Creation & Design

The Dreadnoks were created by Larry Hama and first appeared in the G.I. Joe comic series as a group of mercenaries and bikers working for Cobra.

Early Years

Initially introduced as a gang of thugs, the Dreadnoks quickly became a staple of the G.I. Joe franchise, known for their chaotic and rebellious nature.

Character Development

Over the years, the Dreadnoks have evolved from mere henchmen to complex characters with individual backstories, showcasing their motivations and conflicts within Cobra.

Cultural Reception

The Dreadnoks have been well-received by fans for their unique personalities and chaotic nature, becoming iconic figures in the G.I. Joe franchise.

Character Details

Real Name:
N/A
First Appearance:
G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #25
Aliases:
Dreadnoks
Species:
Human
Gender:
N/A
Affiliations:
Cobra, G.I. Joe
Abilities:
Combat skills, Motorcycle proficiency, Tactical planning
Equipment:
Motorcycles, Weapons
Weight:
N/A
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
varies
Hair Color:
varies

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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #25
Marvel ⋅ 1984
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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #25
 
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1st full appearance and cover of Zartan

1st appearance of Deep Six

1st appearance of Mutt & Junkyard

1st team appearance of the Dreadnoks: Ripper, Torch, Buzzer, Cutter

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #50
Marvel ⋅ 1986
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1st cameo appearance of Zarana

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #51
Marvel ⋅ 1986
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1st appearance of Zandar, a Dreadnok

1st appearance of Thrasher, a Dreadnok

1st appearance of Thunder, a tank operator

1st appearance of Toll Booth, tank operator

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #60
Marvel ⋅ 1987
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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #60
 
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1st appearance of Lt. Falcon

1st appearance of Chuckles

1st appearance of Fast Draw, a missile specialist

1st appearance of Law & Order

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1st appearance of Iceberg, a snow trooper

1st appearance of Monkeywrench, a Dreadnok

1st appearance of Zanzibar, a Dreadnok

1st appearance of an Ice Viper

Interior artwork by Todd McFarlane with cover art by Mike Zeck

McFarlane also penciled the interior of G.I. Joe #61

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #212
Convention Exclusive ⋅ IDW ⋅ 2015
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G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #212
 
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G.I. Joe Con 2015 exclusive featuring Cold Slither (Dreadnoks) and Jem & the Holograms

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