G.I. Joe's strength lay in its ability to deploy the right specialist at the right time.
The MASS Device mini-series was a perfect illustration of how G.I. Joe operated as a modular, cross-specialty task force. When Stalker said, "None of us know diddly squat about deep sea diving." That was the opening for Torpedo to take the lead.
"What do I have to do with Beachhead, the
Rawhides? I guess I'm all wet! hahaha!"
G.I. Joe had to have elite operatives for every scenario in defense against Cobra's global terrorism. Recondo, deep jungle. Snow Job, the Arctic. Shipwreck, sea. Ace, air. Dusty, desert. And so on. And also, just plenty of army infantrymen.