Deathblow #1–4 Bundle (1993)
Deathblow #1–4 Bundle (1993)
Image Comics | Complete Opening Arc | Direct Editions | Raw Copies
Deathblow dives into the darker corners of the WildStorm Universe, following Michael Cray — a battle-hardened former Navy SEAL recruited by International Operations for black ops missions. Haunted by past trauma and questioning his morality, Cray confronts enemies both human and supernatural. Unlike the flashy, costume-driven Image titles of the era, Deathblow leans into gritty realism, religious symbolism, and psychological warfare, setting it apart as a mature and atmospheric series. Early artwork by Jim Lee (pencils) and Tim Sale (inks) gives this title historical importance and collector value.
Deathblow #1–4 Bundle (1993)
Image Comics | Complete Opening Arc | Direct Editions | Raw Copies
Deathblow dives into the darker corners of the WildStorm Universe, following Michael Cray — a battle-hardened former Navy SEAL recruited by International Operations for black ops missions. Haunted by past trauma and questioning his morality, Cray confronts enemies both human and supernatural. Unlike the flashy, costume-driven Image titles of the era, Deathblow leans into gritty realism, religious symbolism, and psychological warfare, setting it apart as a mature and atmospheric series. Early artwork by Jim Lee (pencils) and Tim Sale (inks) gives this title historical importance and collector value.
Deathblow #1–4 Bundle (1993)
Image Comics | Complete Opening Arc | Direct Editions | Raw Copies
Deathblow dives into the darker corners of the WildStorm Universe, following Michael Cray — a battle-hardened former Navy SEAL recruited by International Operations for black ops missions. Haunted by past trauma and questioning his morality, Cray confronts enemies both human and supernatural. Unlike the flashy, costume-driven Image titles of the era, Deathblow leans into gritty realism, religious symbolism, and psychological warfare, setting it apart as a mature and atmospheric series. Early artwork by Jim Lee (pencils) and Tim Sale (inks) gives this title historical importance and collector value.
🔑 Key Features:
Complete set of the first four issues of the Deathblow series
Features the first full appearance and solo series debut of Michael Cray (Deathblow)
Early inking work by Tim Sale (later acclaimed for Batman: The Long Halloween)
All issues written by Brandon Choi, with art and covers by Jim Lee
WildStorm Universe tie-in — early foundations of darker Image Comics storytelling
📖 Story Summary:
This 4-issue arc introduces readers to Deathblow — a former Navy SEAL turned covert agent battling internal demons, covert corruption, and spiritual threats. Blending hardboiled noir, military action, and religious symbolism, this gritty narrative stands apart from typical '90s superhero fare.