Guardians of the Galaxy #15

Set in Marvel's 31st-century cosmos, this 1991 issue of Guardians of the Galaxy puts a striking young figure — the Protege — front and center, hovering in an aura of star-filled darkness with arms outstretched and a sweeping blue cape, radiating an unmistakable sense of cosmic authority. Flanking him are two powerful figures: a blonde woman in gold and a snarling, red-caped adversary who looks anything but welcoming. The cover by Jim Valentino and Jim Starlin sells the ominous tagline "Beware… the Power of the Protege!" with confident, dynamic energy that makes this an easy pick-up for fans of Marvel's far-future adventures.