G.I. Joe Compendium Campaign

G.I. Joe ARAH Compendium - Original and Next Era, Joe and Cobra editions

G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero

The Definitive Compendium Collection - 8 Volumes

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The Most Comprehensive G.I. Joe Comics Collection Ever Assembled.

After the historic success of the first G.I. Joe Kickstarter campaign, Skybound, Hasbro, and Image Comics are proud to present the definitive hardcover compendiums of the legendary G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero comic book series - now in eight volumes.

From issue #1 to the landmark #300, every battle, every mission, every sacrifice - collected in a format worthy of the legend. Available in Joe Edition and Cobra Edition.

What Is Included

The full collection spans the entire original run of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, including rare and previously uncollected material:

  • G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero #1-300
  • G.I. Joe: Special Missions #1-28
  • G.I. Joe: Silent Option #1-4 and Silent Option Codename: Helix
  • G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero Comic Pack-Ins
  • The original G.I. Joe and the Transformers miniseries
  • G.I. Joe: ARAH Annual 2012
  • G.I. Joe: ARAH Cobra World Order Prelude #1
  • Synergy: A Hasbro Creators Showcase
  • G.I. Joe: ARAH Yearbook 2019
  • G.I. Joe: ARAH 40th Anniversary Special #1
  • G.I. Joe: ARAH Comic Packs (2008 and 2009)
  • G.I. Joe: Absolutes and much more

The Original Era - Volumes 1 to 4 (First Printing)

G.I. Joe Compendium Joe Edition Original Era Box Set First PrintingG.I. Joe Compendium Cobra Edition Original Era Box Set First Printing

The saga begins. Volumes 1 through 4 collect the foundational original era of G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero. Available in both Joe Edition (blue) and Cobra Edition (red), each box set is a First Printing from the original Skybound Kickstarter campaign.

Volume 1: G.I. Joe: ARAH #1-54 and Special Missions #1-9
Volume 2: G.I. Joe: ARAH #55-109 and Special Missions #10-22
Volume 3: G.I. Joe: ARAH #110-154.5 and Special Missions #23-28
Volume 4: G.I. Joe: ARAH #155-155.5 and G.I. Joe and the Transformers #1-4

Each Original Era box set includes exclusive fold-out posters by Andy Kubert and an unsigned bookplate.

First Printing only - a second printing will be made available to late backers at a future date. Once our allocation is gone, it is gone.

The Next Era - Volumes 5 to 8

Next Era Joe Box Set packaging and box art by Andy KubertNext Era Cobra Box Set packaging and box art by Andy Kubert

The next era starts here. Larry Hama's historic series continues with brand-new box sets featuring rare, previously unpublished material. Box art by Andy Kubert. Available in Joe and Cobra variations.

Volume 5: G.I. Joe: ARAH #155.5-190 and ARAH Annual 2012
Volume 6: G.I. Joe: ARAH #191-235 and Cobra World Order Prelude #1
Volume 7: G.I. Joe: ARAH #236-273, Synergy, ARAH Yearbook 2019, Silent Option #1-4 and Codename: Helix
Volume 8: G.I. Joe: ARAH #274-300, 40th Anniversary Special #1, Comic Packs (2008 and 2009), G.I. Joe: Absolutes

Joe Edition or Cobra Edition - Choose Your Side

Complete Joe Edition - All 8 VolumesComplete Cobra Edition - All 8 Volumes

Every box set is available in two premium variants. The Joe Edition features striking blue packaging with Snake-Eyes and team Joe artwork. The Cobra Edition features bold red packaging with Cobra Commander and Baroness artwork. Both editions contain identical comic content - the difference is in the packaging and exclusive art.

Also Available: G.I. Joe Order of Battle

G.I. Joe Order of Battle Issue 1 Joe EditionG.I. Joe Order of Battle Issue 2 Cobra Edition

New to this campaign - a brand-new limited series companion to the compendium collection featuring in-depth character profiles, vehicle specs, and original art from G.I. Joe legends including Larry Hama, Andy Kubert, Chris Mooneyham, Lee Weeks, Rod Whigham, Paul Pelletier, Ron Wagner, and more.

  • Issue #1 (Joe Edition) - Duke, Scarlett, Snake-Eyes, Lady Jaye, Roadblock and more. Vehicles: M.O.B.A.T., The Pit, USS Flagg.
  • Issue #2 (Cobra Edition) - Cobra Commander, Destro, Baroness, Storm Shadow, Serpentor and more. Vehicles: Cobra Island, H.I.S.S. Tank, Rattler.

Why Pre-Order from Roly's Toys?

  • Ships from Canada - Canadian customers avoid surprise import duties and customs fees that apply when ordering from US-based retailers
  • 50% deposit now, balance at shipment - unlike Kickstarter which requires full payment upfront, you only pay the rest when your order is ready
  • First Printing (Original Era sets) - not the second printing available to late backers later
  • Kickstarter-quality hardcovers fulfilled through a trusted Canadian retailer

Important Information

These listings include the hardcover G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero Compendium books as described - the same premium hardcover editions produced through the original Skybound Kickstarter campaign.

Kickstarter-exclusive stretch-goal rewards and campaign extras are not included unless specifically listed in individual product descriptions. Some add-ons such as the Order of Battle issues are listed separately.

Estimated fulfillment: December 2026, subject to publisher production and shipping schedules. Prices in CAD.