The Energon Universe Flourishes with G.I. Joe’s Successful Relaunch
The Energon Universe is achieving remarkable success, and the recent G.I. Joe relaunch stands as a testament to this trend, emerging as the top-selling single issue from Image Comics in November. Skybound’s innovative crossover universe, merging the worlds of Transformers and G.I. Joe, has captivated comic book enthusiasts ever since the launch of Void Rivals #1 by Robert Kirkman and Lorenzo De Felici in 2023. As this vibrant universe enters its second year, it shows no signs of slowing down.
According to Image Comics, the standout title for November is the relaunch of G.I. Joe, crafted by Joshua Williamson, Tom Reilly, Jordie Bellaire, and Rus Wooton. This marks a significant leap for the forty-year-old franchise, reflecting its enduring popularity.
G.I. Joe #1 ranks as one of the most impactful launches of the year. Impressively, Skybound’s entire Energon Universe lineup dominates the sales charts, with Transformers #14 and Void Rivals #14 clinching the second and third positions, respectively.
G.I. Joe #1 Takes the Crown as Image’s Best-Selling Comic
Eye-Catching Variant Cover by Jonboy Meyers
The excitement surrounding the new G.I. Joe series is well-deserved, especially for those following the Energon Universe. Each subsequent title in this expanding lineup has consistently surpassed its predecessor. G.I. Joe #1 benefited from significant anticipation, marked by successful miniseries exploring characters like Duke, Cobra Commander, Scarlett, and Destro in the year leading up to its release. The creative team has effectively rejuvenated the franchise, inviting a new generation of fans to engage with G.I. Joe.
But the positive news does not end there for long-time G.I. Joe aficionados. In an impressive turn of events, Image Comics lists G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #311 as the eighth best-selling title of November. This is particularly notable as it continues the legacy of Larry Hama’s original G.I. Joe series, which began in the 1980s with Marvel. Hama made a return to the series at IDW with G.I. Joe: ARAH #156 in 2012, and Skybound has continued this journey with issue #301 launched in November 2023.
The Energon Universe: A Dominant Force in Comic Sales
Featuring Transformers, Duke, Cobra Commander, and Gains
The Energon Universe not only leads the charts for November’s single issues but also tops the list for best-selling trade paperbacks and graphic novels by Image Comics. Transformers Vol. 2: Transport to Oblivion secured the top position, alongside collections of Scarlett and Destro’s miniseries, which also reached the top five for the month. For readers interested in diving into the Energon Universe, G.I. Joe #1 serves as an ideal entry point, with the entire successful catalog from Skybound conveniently available in trade collections.
G.I. Joe #1 is now accessible through Skybound Entertainment.
Source: Image Comics
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