# Card Notes The 1991 Impel G.I. Joe Series 1 set captured the franchise at a pivotal moment, translating the beloved toy line and animated series into trading card form during the early '90s boom. Impel's colorful artwork and character-focused design made these cards instant collectibles for G.I. Joe enthusiasts, establishing a visual identity that defined the era's licensed card products. Snake-Eyes, the franchise's most iconic character, appears here in his classic silent commando form. The character's mysterious appeal and enduring popularity have made Snake-Eyes cards among the most sought entries in this set, particularly as collectors build complete runs and revisit nostalgia from their youth.