Atari Force #18

In "Tempest Toss'd!", young Chris Champion faces a quiet crisis when he accidentally leaves his alien companion Hukka behind at a closing toy store, forcing the little creature to outwit a guard dog in the darkening aisles. Written by Dave Manak and brought to life with sharp, atmospheric art by Marshall Rogers, this 1985 issue captures a moment of tension and heart, with Joe Delbeato’s inks, Tom Ziuko’s colors, and Bob Lappan’s lettering adding depth to the suspense. The cover by Paris Cullins and José Luis García-López perfectly captures the urgency of the moment.