Doom Patrol #18

The bold cover proclamation — "The Doom Patrol Is Dead!" — sets a striking tone for this January 1989 DC issue, as a triumphant, spike-haired villainess stands over a fallen hero's body, hoisting an unconscious blond figure overhead against a blazing yellow backdrop. Flanking her is a ragtag group of colorful adversaries, including a gun-toting figure in black, a striped character, and several others ready for a fight — all rendered with confident linework by cover artist Graham Nolan. Tying into DC's "Invasion! Aftermath" event, this issue of "Endings... Beginnings" arrives at what appears to be a pivotal moment for the team, with the creative pairing of writer Paul Kupperberg and Nolan delivering a cover that pulls no punches.