Gi Joe: 1982 Personnel and Equipment
Personnel:
Agent Delta: Lorcan Rourke was one of General Flagg's original recruits for his small, anti-terrorist operation. Sent to infiltrate Cobra early in its formation, Lorcan was believed to have been killed in the line of duty - at least, until recently...! Availability:
Breaker: Alvin was schooled in at least seven languages and the operation of most NATO communications gear. Despite his lack of combat experience, and being one of the youngest men to ever become a Joe, Alvin repeatedly proved his worth as the Joes' communications officer. Breaker is available in Classic and Saga styles!
Clutch: after this Asbury Park gear-head decided to finally grow up somewhat, he enlisted in the army, eventually becoming an expert in vehicle to vehicle combat. After over a decade with the Joes, he's become their resident vehicular combat master, and a sort of anti-Dreadnok! Clutch comes in Classic and Saga styles!
General Flagg: while Hawk was the Joe team's field leader, General Flagg performed executive level planning for the group. A master of espionage and covert military tactics, he was perfect for the job - which was eventually filled by Hawk after Flagg's demise... General Flagg is available in Classic and Saga styles!
Flash: logical and methodical, Anthony had already mastered several schools of electronics knowledge before he joined the Army. After working his way through a bevy of advanced Army schools, he became a specialist in laser weaponry, and works as the Joe team's lab techie. Flash comes in Classic and Saga styles!
Grand Slam: a comic book / sci-fi fan, James has always been fascinated with advanced technology. In addition to studying electronics in college, he attended the Army's Special Weapons and Advanced Technology schools, allowing him to wield the mighty H.A.L.! Grand Slam is available in Classic and Saga styles!
Grunt: after his enthusiasm helped him to graduate near the top of his class in his Advanced Infantry Training, Robert made quite a name for himself as an expert soldier in general. As such, he made the cut for the original Gi Joe team, and returns from time to time to help them out. Grunt comes in Classic and Saga styles!
Hawk: head of the Gi Joe team since its inception in '82, good ol' Clayton has proven time and time again that he's a capable leader, tactician, and victor in the seemingly eternal war against terrorism, especially versus the group (and occasional sovereign state) known to the world as Cobra. Hawk comes in Classic and Saga styles!
Rock 'n Roll: the team's original heavy machine gunner, Craig was born in beautiful Malibu, California. He eventually grew up and joined the Army, hoping to make the world a better place, and found that membership in the Gi Joe team offers him the ability to do just that. Rock 'n Roll is available in Classic and Saga styles!
Scarlett: having trained as a martial artist since she was nine years old, and then being put through more 'dirty tricks' training in the Army, Shana makes for an excellent Joe. Her combat prowess and ability to gain intelligence on Cobra operations is second to none! Scarlett comes in Classic and Saga styles!
Shooter: leading a spiritual and charitable life outside of the military, few would guess at SFC Jodie Craig's actual job in the Army. A highly decorated sniper, she was one of the original members of the Gi Joe team - even if they didn't even know it! Availability:
Short-Fuze: coming from two previous generations of Army guys, it was only natural that Eric would join with the Army himself. His natural mathematical capabilities made him a demon with a mortar, a skill which made him a candidate for the new Gi Joe team! Short-Fuze is available in Classic and Saga styles!
Snake-Eyes: a singularly mysterious man, the commando known only as Snake-Eyes has experienced nothing but tragedy in his life. However, he's persevered through the years, and become a true force to be reckoned with - as would any other patriotic ninja master! Snake-Eyes comes in Classic and Saga styles!
Sparks: Alex was the assistant to General Flagg and a liaison between the Gi Joe team and the rest of the conventional military - at least until General Flagg's death. He retired for a time, but came back when General Colton personally requested his help with the team! Sparks is available in Classic and Saga styles!
Stalker: though he started out as an urban warlord in Detroit, Lonzo cleaned up his act and joined the Army, only to become one of its very best operatives - and one of the first Joes. A qualified Ranger, helicopter pilot, and field medic, Lonzo is an invaluable Gi Joe operative! Stalker comes in Classic and Saga styles!
Steeler: Ralph has a natural affinity for large, mechanized vehicles - and he loves blowing things up. Once he go through the unbelievably tough Gi Joe entrance exam, Ralph served the team with distinction, either as a tank jockey or when just testing out new weaponry. Steeler comes in Classic and Saga styles!
Zap: a New York City native, Rafael was raised in awe of the gigantic structures around him. He joined the Army to get the education he needed to take part in the construction of such buildings, and became an engineer of sorts - he now knows how to best take buildings apart! Zap comes in Classic and Saga styles!
Equipment:
the F.L.A.K. Attack Cannon: the Field Light Attack Weapon is a towable heavy assault weapon that can be loaded with a variety of mission-variable ammunition, ranging from non-lethal smoke canisters to flares to ultra-deadly, high-explosive anti-tank or anti-aircraft shells. The F.L.A.K. comes in Classic and Saga styles!
the H.A.L.: the Heavy Artillery laser is an experimental weapons system developed by the U.S. Army. It is a towable weapons system that can be deployed in most any terrain, and carries a level of firepower that is sufficient to eliminate most hard targets with just one shot. The H.A.L. comes in Classic and Saga styles!
the J.U.M.P. Jet Pack: the Jet Mobile Propulsion Unit is a revolutionary vehicle that transforms a single soldier into an airborne implement of destruction. This miniature 'vehicle' makes for instant air support in a pinch, and has become a mainstay of the Gi Joe arsenal over the years. The J.U.M.P. comes in Classic and Saga styles!
the M.M.S.: the Mobile Missile System is a potent, long-range attack mechanism. A towable rocket launcher system, the M.M.S. can fire three Patriot rockets at any target in its range. Whether its targets are in the land, on the sea, or in the air itself, the M.M.S. can easily do the job. The M.M.S. comes in Classic and Saga styles!
the M.O.B.A.T.: the Motorized Battle Tank combines the best features of the various Gi Joe vehicles into a mobile, heavily armored power house. When the Joes need to assault a heavily fortified position, and the rest of their gear just won't cut the mustard, they roll out the M.O.B.A.T.! Comes in Classic and Saga styles!
the Pit: situated beneath the Chaplain's Assistant school in Fort Wadsworth is one of the most classified installations manned by the military: the home of Special Counter-Terrorist Group Delta - the Gi Joe team! From here they launch all of their many missions agains the forces of Cobra! The Pit comes in Classic and Saga styles!
the R.A.M.: the Rapid Fire Motorcycle is an exceptionally fast ground attack vehicle. Armed with a deadly guncar, this 'cycle can achieve ground speeds in excess of 100 m.p.h., allowing one or two Joes to race quickly into a combat situation - and right back out - in the blink of an eye. The R.A.M. comes in Classic and Saga styles!
the R.T.V.: the Rough Terrain Vehicle is an experimental, off-road freight hauler. Essentially an all-terrain Mack truck, this six-wheeled, conveyance is a prefabricated vehicle constructed from lightweight materials, which can be assembled in the field quickly by a small, motivated team. The R.T.V. comes in Classic and Saga styles!
the V.A.M.P., Mark 1: the off-road, Army-green Vehicle Attack / Multi Purpose is equipped with a twin-mounted, swivel-based pair of .50 Caliber cannons on the roof, and can easily deal with most conventional infantry troops - as well as whatever vehicles they happen to be riding in at the time. The Mark 1 V.A.M.P. comes in Classic and Saga styles!
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