Flare #29

Dec 2005 · Heroic Publishing · 2.99 USD; 3.99 CAD

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In "The Return of Duel," Flare finds herself at a crossroads when Patricia refuses to kill her on Nikki’s behalf—instead suggesting Nikki hire Duel to finish the job. Flare’s shifting demeanor unsettles everyone around her, turning allies into wary observers and enemies into uncertain adversaries. Written by Wilson Hill and illustrated by Gordon Purcell, with inks by Terry Pallot and colors by Melchman, this issue delivers a tense, character-driven turn in the series, all wrapped in a striking cover by Frank Brunner.

Contains 3 stories

The Return of Duel

16 pp · Superhero

Nikki Caldwell [Lady Darkon]Patricia Fuentes [Whipperette]Teresa Feran [Flare]Raven GoldLucas MadisonDuel

In "The Return of Duel," Flare’s shifting demeanor throws everyone off—friends and foes alike—when Patricia refuses to kill her for Nikki’s sake, instead steering Nikki toward the long-absent Duel. The story unfolds with quiet tension, probing the fragile lines between loyalty, vengeance, and the cost of second chances.

Trick or Treat

7 pp · Superhero

Olga Gottmann [Sparkplug]Jimmy DooleyFlare [Terri Feran]Black Enchantress [Andrea Avery-Crusoe]Donald HunterDonnah Hannah [Lady Arcane]

In "Trick or Treat," Sparkplug and her sister Flare pull off a clever Halloween ruse, swapping identities at a costume party to challenge Jimmy’s belief that Olga is really Sparkplug. With masks, disguises, and a dash of sisterly mischief, they set out to prove a point—though not everyone may see through the act.

The Revenge of Speedy-Cat

5 pp

CookySpeedy-CatDolfGayoArdiLarry