Cover: Bernie Wrightson

DC Special Series #2

Sep 1977 · DC · 0.60 USD

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In "Dark Genesis!", the Swamp Thing’s eerie transformation takes a shocking turn as he briefly regains his humanity—only for the sinister Arcane to seize his body in a mystical twist. Written by Len Wein and brought to life with haunting detail by Bernie Wrightson, whose art spans pencils, inks, and colors, this pivotal story explores the fragile line between man and monster. The cover, also by Wrightson, captures the moment’s chilling intensity.

Contains 2 stories

Dark Genesis!

24 pp · Horror-Suspense

The Conclave [Bruno (villain, introduction, death)second accomplice of Ferret (villain, introduction, unnamed)Louisiana Blue (villain, introduction)]simian creature accompanying Mister E. (cameo, introduction, unnamed)anonymous Un-Men (cameo, introduction, unnamed)

In "Dark Genesis!" from DC Special Series #2 (1977), the reckless explosion of Alec Holland's lab by Ferrett and Bruno unleashes a monstrous transformation—turning Holland into the Swamp Thing. When the two men return to silence the threat by targeting Linda, they find themselves face to face with a creature born of fire, science, and the swamp’s dark heart.

The Man Who Wanted Forever

24 pp · Horror-Suspense

numerous anonymous Un-Men (villain, introduction)simian creature accompanying Mister E. (cameo, unnamed)

In "The Man Who Wanted Forever," the Swamp Thing's desperate quest for a permanent form leads to a shocking twist: Alec Holland’s consciousness is restored to his human body, while the sorcerer Arcane takes possession of the Swamp Thing’s form. As Alec races to stop Arcane from wielding his old body for dark purposes, the line between man and monster blurs in a tale of identity, sacrifice, and the price of eternal life.