Excalibur #39

In "Heart Of The Matter," Excalibur, Avengers West Coast, and the enigmatic Darkoth unite to confront Dr. Doom in a high-stakes battle for the fate of Limbo, England, and the world. With Doom defeated but armored in mysterious promethium, the balance of power shifts—leading to Darkoth's unexpected role as guardian of Limbo, now known as Otherplace. Written by Scott Lobdell and illustrated with bold precision by Mark Badger, this pivotal issue blends cosmic stakes with personal consequence, all framed by Badger’s striking cover.