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The Energon Universe expands with a bang as Scarlett O’Hara enters the fray…  Skybound has had quite a lot of success with its relaunch of G.I. Joe . Introducing the Joe universe into their wider Hasbro led “ Energon Universe ” has been both refreshing and extremely interesting. With Duke and Cobra Commando already establishing their own corners of their shared universe, Skybound now turns their attention to fellow G.I. Joe alumni, Shana “Scarlett” O’Hara.  Taking on the task of introducing Scarlett to this shared world is writer Kelly Thompson and artist Marco Ferrari , who waste no time in establishing the character’s unique personality as a super spy. Opening up to the spy infiltrating an arms deal within the backdrop of Monaco, Thompson soon throws Scarlett into very deep water. As her mission gets underway there’s the added complexity of a hostage situation which forces Scarlett to get directly involved. There’s yet another twist in the tale as for added complexity a gh...

Two more Transformers join the Kotobukiya Bishoujo line-up… ‘Based on the enthralling toy concept of everyday objects transforming into robot-like lifeforms, the Transformers series has captivated the world with its films and cartoons. Since 1984, this series has been loved by people from all walks of life across the globe and now, Hasbro, Takara Tomy, and Kotobukiya have teamed up to create the new TRANSFORMERS BISHOUJO series! Laying the foundations for the still beloved series, the first generation, THE TRANSFORMERS (or G1 for short), have been given a BISHOUJO-style makeover by Shunya Yamashita.Starscream, the Air Commander of the Decepticons, makes a long-awaited arrival to the series!Underneath an ambitious, cunning smirk, Starscream’s false loyalty is represented by a precisely done necktie. The active design of the survival jacket she wears is reminiscent of a jet pilot and sports the color scheme of Starscream’s original robot design.The wings have been recreated as a gym bag ...

As part of the Energon Universe panel at SDCC this weekend, Skybound, in collaboration with Hasbro, revealed all-new cover art for its upcoming Energon Universe tentpole titles reintroducing G.I. Joe to comics, Duke and Cobra Commander .     The all-new shared Energon Universe kicked off last month with the surprise first appearance of iconic Transformers character Jetfire in Robert Kirkman and Lorenzo De Felici’s Void Rivals #1 . The launch introduced the historic new partnership Hasbro and Skybound, with Transformers and G.I. Joe comics finding a new home with the publisher.  Duke #1 , a limited series from Joshua Williamson (DC’s Superman, Dark Ride ), Tom Reilly ( The Thing ) and Jordie Bellaire ( W0rldtr33 ), tells the story you’ve never read before – the origins of G.I. Joe and Cobra in a world grappling with the arrival of the Autobots and Decepticons. When Conrad S. Hauser (codename DUKE) investigates the mysteries behind The Transformers, the answers will lead to...

During last weeks Hasbro Pulse Fan Fest ,  Power Ranger fans got a look at a couple of figures that will be coming soon to the Lightning Collection . The Tyrannosaurus Sentry was one of these and is by far the coolest figure I've ever seen! The Tyrannosaurus Sentry is inspired by the look of the Red Ranger from BOOM! Studios' long running Power Ranger series. The Tyrannosaurus Sentry serves as guard to Lord Drakkon - the evil Tommy Oliver from an alternate universe.  The figure also features more than 20 points of articulation. And also comes with a staff, blast effect piece, and a extra pair of hands. This new figure will be arriving in stores on September 1, 2021. Rob Lake - For more comic book and video game chat why not follow Geek Culture Reviews on Twitter and Facebook @GeekCultureRev