Larry Hama is a legendary writer, artist, and editor best known for his groundbreaking work on G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, where he crafted the rich backstories and personalities of the iconic characters. With a career spanning decades, Hama has also contributed to Marvel titles like Wolverine, The Avengers, and Iron Fist.

Jim Shooter is a legendary figure in the comic book industry, known for his influential tenure as Editor-in-Chief of Marvel Comics. Starting his career at just 13 years old writing for Legion of Super-Heroes, Shooter went on to shape iconic storylines for titles like The Avengers, Secret Wars, and Spider-Man. His leadership at Marvel ushered in a golden age of creativity and innovation, expanding the Marvel Universe with timeless characters and epic crossovers. A prolific writer, editor, and visionary, Shooter’s impact on the world of comics is unparalleled.

Brian Shearer is a professional comic book artist and illustrator based in the United States. He has worked on a variety of high-profile comic book titles, including Transformers, G.I. Joe, and Doctor Who, among others. He also writes and illustrates his creator-owned graphic novels, Gunship Thunderpunch and William the Last .

Guy Dorian Sr. is a dynamic artist with over 30 years of experience spanning comic books, toy design, and cinematic artistry. Known for his work with Marvel, DC, IDW, and Storm King Productions, Guy has contributed to titles like The New Warriors, ROM, and GI Joe: A Real American Hero, and co-created the Marvel character Scorch with Dan Slott. In toy design, he’s crafted iconic figures for legends like Randy Savage and Bret Hart, including the beloved Bendable figure line. Guy’s cinematic contributions include work on X-Men Apocalypse and character development for The Silver Surfer. With new TV series, films, and graphic novels on the way, his creative legacy continues to expand.

Michael Watkins is the CEO and Editor-in-Chief of Highburn Studios, where he has worked professionally in comics and illustration for over 20 years. As the creator of the series GUARDIANS and a contributor to titles like Sonic the Hedgehog, Transformers, Iron Man, and Avengers Assemble, his work spans major publishers like Marvel, DC, Image, and Dark Horse. In addition to his comic career, Michael is a voice actor, lending his talents to characters such as Venom, Scorpion, and Magneto for Marvel and Disney. A master martial artist with 38 years of experience, he is a master instructor and owner of the American College of Martial Arts SC, holding multiple high-degree black belts across various styles.