Doom Patrol #2

The cover of this November 1987 DC issue sets a menacing tone immediately — a massive, fanged crimson creature frames the entire scene like a living trap, its jaws wide and its clawed hands reaching inward toward the heroes caught within. Caught in that deadly tableau are at least two Doom Patrol members fighting back against a swarm of monstrous attackers, with a mysterious pale-haired figure inset in the corner adding further intrigue. Steve Lightle's cover art — both pencils and inks — delivers real tension and energy, making "Satellite of Doom!" from Kupperberg, Lightle, and Martin look like a genuinely thrilling second chapter for this revived team.