Mini-Series Finale. The Rise of Cobra Commander! To build an army, Cobra Commander makes a deal with a powerful ally that can't be trusted. Now that's its started, can the Cobra Threat ever be stopped?
Cobra Commander #5 was a fantastic conclusion to one of the year's best surprises with this successful re-imagining of Cobra. Read Full Review
When the horror ends, the true terror begins. Williamsons fantastic writing establishes an uneasy alliance that spells disaster for any who cross their paths. The excellent imagery of Milana, Leoni and Wooten construct a sense of fear and danger as Evil enters its final form. This series is another monster win for a fast growing universe building a reputation for must read books every time out. Read Full Review
The pace moves quickly in an exciting fifth issue of Cobra Commander. Fans of these characters will enjoy where the issue ends and be even more excited about the potential of this story after reading the last few pages. Read Full Review
Cobra Commander #5 concludes this miniseries in an amazing way, establishing one of the biggest threats in the Energon Universe thus far. Read Full Review
Cobra Commander #5 ends the series with exciting teases of what's to come. Not just clashes between Cobra and G.I. JOE and Destro and Cobra Commander but also the future of the property's connection to the Transformers. It's an exciting time to be a fan of all of these properties. This is a comic universe that can't be missed. Read Full Review
Joshua Williamson and Andrea Milana deliver an incredible conclusion to Cobra Commader. Seeing the rise of Cobra throughout these five issues perfectly complimented what went on over in the Duke series. Cobra Commander #5 ending will make you even more excited to experience what will happen next in the Energon Universe. Read Full Review
Cobra the organization is officially born. Cobra Commander and Destro have joined forces, and with more recruits, better B.A.T.S. and other technology at their fingertips, the world is in grave danger. Thankfully that grave danger gives us a solid comic book to read. While the art could pop more, the writing more than makes up for it. There is definitely a huge war brewing between Cobra, The Cybertronians, Cobra-La, and G.I. Joe. The only downside is that this was ONLY a 5-issue miniseries. Oh well! Onto Destro! Read Full Review
Final Thoughts Cobra the organization is officially born. Cobra Commander and Destro have joined forces, and with more recruits, better B.A.T.S. and other technology at their fingertips, the world is in grave danger. Thankfully that grave danger gives us a solid comic book to read. While the art could pop more, the writing more than makes up for it. There is definitely a huge war brewing between Cobra, The Cybertronians, Cobra-La, and G.I. Joe. The only downside is that this was ONLY a 5-issue miniseries. Oh well! Onto Destro! Read Full Review
COBRA COMMANDER #5 elevates Cobra Commander as a Class-A villain and serves as an origin story for the formation of Cobra, heavily integrated with what's happening with the Transformers. For the most part, Williamson sticks the landing, albeit with an uncomfortable number of shortcuts to cross the finish line, and the artwork is perfectly serviceable. Read Full Review
The Transformers are still very much in the background of all of this, but I get the sense that Image Comics is biding its time in bringing them in rather than deliberately holding them off for a climactic crossover. Read Full Review
I really don't have the words. All I can say is...perfection.
A great epilogue for this series with very exciting ramifications for the entire Energon Universe.
The finale of Joshua Williamson's Cobra Commander miniseries is a perfect conclusion that cements the character's transformation into the iconic villain we all know and love. Williamson delivered on his upfront promise, showcasing Cobra Commander's ascension to evil greatness with precision and flair.
Cobra’s coordinated attacks on M.A.R.S. Industries are expertly choreographed, with Williamson's writing and Andrea Milana's artwork working in perfect harmony. The visuals are stunning, with Annalisa Leoni's colors & Rus Wooton’s lettering bringing the action to life. But it's Williamson’s character development that truly shines, as Cobra Commander's new partnership with Destro reveal the depth of his ambition and cunning. more