Daredevil / Punisher Child's Play #[nn]
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis 1988 Marvel one-shot teams up the Man Without Fear and the Punisher in a gritty street-level story. Written by David Michelinie with art by John Romita Jr., the issue finds Daredevil and Frank Castle forced into an uneasy alliance when a child is targeted by a ruthless crime syndicate. The collection presents the complete original comic, highlighting the philosophical clash between the two vigilantes as they pursue justice by very different means.
In "She's Alive," a harrowing tale from 1988, the lives of Daredevil and the Punisher collide in a grim pursuit after a young girl’s tragic death sends shockwaves through their world. With Frank Miller’s sharp storytelling and his signature noir edge, the story unfolds with raw intensity as Matt Murdock and the Punisher race to uncover the dealer responsible—while Matt faces a personal crossroads with a heartfelt proposal to Heather. The stark, powerful visuals by Miller and Geof Darrow on the cover capture the weight of the moment, making this a pivotal, emotionally charged chapter in the series.
In "She's Alive," Matt Murdock, haunted by grief, becomes consumed by the impossible hope that Elektra is still alive—leading him to make a desperate, haunting decision. Meanwhile, the Punisher breaks free from captivity, setting a violent course that will collide with Matt’s fragile state.
In "Child's Play," a tragic accident at a school sets off a grim investigation as Jo, a grieving brother, joins forces with Daredevil and the Punisher in a relentless hunt for the drug dealer responsible for his sister’s death. As the city’s shadows grow darker, Matt’s personal journey takes a sudden turn when he proposes to Heather, adding emotional weight to an already volatile mission.
In "Good Guys Wear Red," Daredevil and the Punisher team up to stop Hogman from selling drugs to children, but their conflicting approaches quickly ignite tension. As the mission unfolds, the line between justice and vengeance blurs—leading to a shocking moment that leaves both heroes shaken.
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↩ Reprints Daredevil #182 (1982), Daredevil #183 (1982), Daredevil #184 (1982)
Reprinted in Strange Spécial Origines #307 (1995), Daredevil by Frank Miller and Klaus Janson Omnibus #[nn] (2007), Daredevil by Frank Miller and Klaus Janson #2 (2008), Punisher: Back to the War Omnibus #[nn] (2017), Marvel Superhelden #38
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