Astro City #4
In "On the Sidelines," writer Kurt Busiek and artist Brent Eric Anderson spotlight the quiet heroes of Astro City through Sully and a group of lesser-known individuals with minor powers, all suddenly taken by the enigmatic Majordomo. As the Sideliners—unofficial allies bound by their shared status—use their network to fight back, the issue reveals how even the most overlooked can make a difference. The story's emotional core is brought to life with Alex Ross’s striking cover, capturing the gravity of the moment.
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Sully and several other people with low-level powers are kidnapped by the Majordomo, a new villain who plans to brainwash them and make them henchmen. They have an informal network (the Sideliners), and use their connections to capture Majordomo and his men.
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