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Cover: Rafael Albuquerque

American Vampire #5

Sep 2010 · DC · 3.99 USD
📊 ~24,857 copies sold its debut month
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In "Curtain Call," the haunting saga of American Vampire reaches a pivotal moment as Will Bunting reflects on the aftermath of his battle with Skinner Sweet. Three years on, James Book wrestles with the lingering curse of vampirism, while Abilena faces a heart-wrenching decision—granting her beloved peace, but only after one final, deeply personal request. Meanwhile, Skinner Sweet breaks free from his earthly prison, turning his focus toward the true architect of the chaos. Written by Stephen King and brought to life with haunting art by Rafael Albuquerque and vivid colors by Dave McCaig, this issue delivers a chilling, emotionally charged chapter in the series, with a cover by Rafael Albuquerque that captures its melancholic intensity.

Contains 2 stories
Curtain Call
15 pp · Horror-Suspense
Bernard "BD" BlochHattie HargrovePearl JonesHenry PrestonSkinner Sweet
If Thy Right Hand Offend Thee, Cut It Off
17 pp · Horror-Suspense
James BookWill BuntingAbilena CaminoBram PercySkinner Sweet

In "If Thy Right Hand Offend Thee, Cut It Off," James Book wrestles with the lingering curse of vampirism three years after his clash with Skinner Sweet, while Abilena faces a heart-wrenching decision. As Will Bunting wraps his tale, Skinner Sweet breaks free from his prison, turning his gaze toward the true architect of the chaos.

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Full credits

artist, inker Rafael Albuquerque
colorist Dave McCaig
letterer Steve Wands
cover pencils, inks Rafael Albuquerque

Reprints

Reprinted in American Vampire #1 (2010), American Vampire #1 (2011), American Vampire #1 (2013), American Vampire Omnibus #1 (2018)

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