The Dreadnok War left its’ mark in the Energon Universe. It also revealed a secret to Duke that he’s not ready for.

Hound, an Autobot Transformer, has been working with Clutch for months. During the War, Hound revealed himself to save the Joes from attack. It is well known Duke doesn’t like Transformers. One in particular killed his friend. Having one hiding underneath his watch isn’t making things better.

In the aftermath of the Dreadnok War, the focus switches to another area of G.I. Joe.

General Hawk has been making covert moves unknown to most. He has been recruiting members for a team working in shadows. NIGHT FORCE has a loaded line-up currently. They have another name on the list to join. So does COBRA. To draw this much attention, you know they have to be a game-changer.

It’s the end of the road for Cobra Commander…or is it?

The failed assassination attempt orchestrated by Destro has led the COBRA leader to find unlikely help. Unlikely is an understatement. The help is in the form of DUKE! It resulted in new directions for the pair. Duke has reunited with his team and looks to bring in the Commander. They have competition in the Dreadnoks, who look to fulfill their deal. Who will be left standing in the end?

What a mess Duke has walked into.

While taking time away from G.I. Joe, he stumbles on an assassination attempt on Cobra Commander. The culprit: his own enforcer Ripper! There is plenty of bad blood between the Commander and Ripper’s crew, The Dreadnoks. Duke made a choice to save the Cobra leader because it’ the right thing to do. No good deed ever goes unpunished.

A failed assassination attempt. An unlikely pairing.

When Destro manipulated Ripper into trying to kill Cobra Commander, he thought this would be an easy win. Little did he know Duke would be watching the events. After saving the Cobra leader, they are now on the run from a vengeful Dreadnok squad looking for payback.

It can’t get any worse for the “Energon Odd Couple” right? Right?