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"Karate Kommandos," also popularly referred to as "Chuck Norris: Karate Kommandos," is an American animated television series that originated in the 1980s. It first graced the small screen in 1986, presenting itself as a syndicated mini-series spanning just five episodes. The creative genius behind this venture was none other than Chuck Norris, who also lent his iconic persona to the show, and the production was handled by the esteemed Ruby-Spears Productions. This dramatized iteration of Norris portrays him as a covert United States government agent, leading a squad of "extraordinarily diverse" warriors. The group comprises Pepper, a master of technology and mechanics; Reed, Norris's youthful protégé and Pepper's sibling; Kimo, a samurai warrior; Tabe, a formidable sumo champion; and Too Much, a young protégé. United by their shared purpose, they engage in a relentless battle against The Claw and his sinister accomplice, Super Ninja.

The narrative structure of the series mirrors that of Mr. T's animated series, also a product of Ruby-Spears Productions: Each episode commences with a live-action segment featuring Norris, often set within a gym or martial arts studio, where he elucidates the episode's storyline. Concluding each episode, Norris imparts a moral lesson intended to resonate with the audience.

To further extend the Karate Kommandos universe, Star Comics, an imprint of Marvel Comics, published a comic book series designed to captivate the imaginations of young readers.