Guardians of the Galaxy #8

Francesco Francavilla bathes the entire Guardians lineup in a striking hot-pink-and-shadow palette that makes this 2013 tie-in to the Infinity crossover event genuinely hard to put down. The cover brings together Rocket Raccoon, Gamora, Star-Lord, and a looming, darkened Groot, all bristling with weapons and attitude against a cool blue sky. With Brian Michael Bendis and Neil Gaiman sharing writing duties, this is one team-up behind the scenes that matches the firepower on the front.