Hercules: The Legendary Journeys #5
In "The Warrior Princess Part Three of Three: Smile For The Chimaera," Xena, Herc, and their allies confront the Shaper in a climactic showdown that reveals a chilling truth: his stripes mark him no matter what form he takes. Written by Roy Thomas and brought to life by Jeff Butler’s dynamic art, this pivotal issue delivers high-stakes action and lingering mystery, ending with a hint that the Shaper’s story isn’t over—just waiting to return. The cover by Earl Norem captures the moment’s tension with sharp, expressive detail.
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Xena, Herc, and gang find the Shaper and battle him. They learn from his brother that he has stripes that will appear no matter the form he takes. In the end, he appears to die... but he'll be back someday.
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