Dark Horse Comics #17

Dark Horse Comics #17 brings together three of the publisher's biggest licensed properties under one cover, anchored by a striking scene rendered by Bill Hughes: C-3PO and R2-D2 stand in what appears to be a desert city setting, facing an imposing, battle-worn droid that looms over them with outstretched hands. The anthology format means this 1994 issue also features "Aliens: Alien" and "Predator: The Hunted City" alongside the "Star Wars: Droids" lead story, making it a solid grab for fans of any of these franchises. Hughes's linework gives the droid-to-droid encounter a wonderfully tactile, mechanical weight that sets an intriguing tone for the Star Wars segment within.