2000 AD #682

A close-up of Judge Dredd's uniformed torso dominates this June 1990 cover of 2000 AD Prog 682 — his gold eagle badge gleaming, a heavy weapon gripped in green-gloved hands, and a chunky chain adding to the sense of armored authority. The tagline "Lock & Load: MC-1's Finest Hour" sets a tense, purposeful tone that pairs well with the interior Necropolis storyline featuring John Wagner and Carlos Ezquerra. Cover art by Gary Caldwell delivers a striking, detail-rich portrait that feels both immediate and weighty — a satisfying snapshot of Mega-City One's law in action.