Duke #5

The beginning journey of Duke in the Energon Universe leaves a lasting impression with an impactful finale. Led by Williamsons outstanding writing, the flagship character of G.I. Joe scores a massive win. Factor in the magnificent art of Reilley, Bellaire and Wooden and theres no doubt of why this series has been such a huge hit with fans. Read Full Review

Duke #5 concludes the first chapter of the G.I. Joe saga of the Energon Universe with a bang, delivering some of the best action and heartfelt moments that this universe has seen so far. Read Full Review

DUKE #5 offers lots of action, great drama, and emotional depth. The entire mini-series ends with a new status quo, bringing at least this portion of GI Joe more into the Energon Universe. Overall, its a solid issue. We enjoyed it a lot. Read Full Review

Duke #5 is a phenomenal, action-packed ending to Codename: G.I. Joe. The way the story ends gets you not only excited for Duke's future but also for the future of the entire Energon Universe. How this finale sets up G.I. JOE franchise success within the Energon Universe should excite fans with how things end. Definitely make sure to pick up this series, whether it's the individual issues or the trade paperback when released. Read Full Review

With fists, fire, and sparks flying all over the place, Duke #5 delivers an action-packed finale that also sets up an even bigger battle to take place in the future. Read Full Review

This mini-series wraps up nicely with another fine look at the awesomeness of Duke. I'd say this whole series has done a bang up job of making Duke, the blandest of the G.I.Joes, into a character to root for and get behind. Read Full Review

The ending to Duke #5 was unexpected, but not surprising. It sets up future stories with the establishment of the Energon Universe's version of G.I. Joe. Read Full Review

Overall, the Duke run will likely read better as a trade than week by week as some issues were much stronger than others. As for the final issue, it's just okay. Read Full Review

ResearchReader

May 08, 2024

Yeah Duke was awesome. Enough said. Oh I should say more for a review? Well the action was great, got lots of that. Got the classic faking the death scene. Got the start of GI Joes. Some more Destro stuff. All the good good stuff you want. Strong recommend. This was a fiery amazing start to the Energon Universe.

fzanca

Apr 25, 2024

Another good issue. I can't believe this is the same Joshua Williamson who works for DC Comics, but sometimes characters click with writers on another level. Duke turns on the action and the charm as we finish his solo story. The fight with BAT is good, his stand-off with Destro, and finally his motivation for taking on the formation of GI Joe. Good stuff. My Comic Review Channel - https://youtu.be/k-l6-pNkPes

Comics Code Authorities

Jun 20, 2024

This was a pretty satisfactory conclusion. I have a feeling either before or after the regular G.I. Joe book for this universe launches that a brawl/team up with the Transformers is inevitable. The joes still consider all Transformers a threat (hopefully they'll learn and accept that that isn't the case) and The Decepticon and Cobra leaders don't have a pretty history either. I'm guessing this year is the warm up phase and 2025 will be the big one where G.I. Joe is ready to go, Cobra's ready to make their move and Megatron reunites with his troops. At least that's how you set up a perfect G.I. Joe/Transformer crossover. So far the starting origin mini-series have been great. And while Williamson will be taking a break leaving the reins for the next pair of minis to someone else, rejoice. Because word is he will be back and doing a regular G.I. Joe series for the Energon universe. While DC and Marvel's futures aren't too positive, This one's looks like more great stuff ahead. It's little wonder this stuff is trampling the big two so easily. more