Freak Force #17

Freak Force #17 brings the heat in this 1995 Image series, with cover art by Vic Bridges and Karl Kesel showcasing a powerfully built, stars-and-stripes-armored warrior wielding shield-like gauntlets amid a storm of energy blasts and debris. At his feet, a dark-haired woman in a purple costume braces herself against the chaos of what looks like a full-scale battle unfolding behind them. It's a vivid snapshot of mid-90s superhero energy, with a creative team including Erik Larsen, Keith Giffen, and Victor Bridges keeping this ensemble title firing on all cylinders.