Heroic Age: One Month to Live #1
In "One Month to Live Week One," banker Dennis Sykes finds himself with a shocking prognosis after being exposed to toxic waste during a robbery—just one month to live. With newfound powers to alter matter by touch, he initially plans to rob the bank that ruined his life, but instead chooses to rebuild, using his abilities to create a new park. The act draws the unwanted attention of the enigmatic Mr. Negative. Written by Rick Remender and illustrated by Andrea Mutti, with a striking cover by Michael Del Mundo, this issue blends personal stakes with rising cosmic tension.
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Banker Dennis Sykes tries to stop a robbery and is doused with toxic waste. The Fantastic Four tend to him and discover he has only one month to live. Dennis discovers he has the power to alter matter by touch. He quits his job and decides to rob the bank to provide for his family, but has a change of heart and returns the money. He uses his powers to build a new park, but this draws the attention of Mr. Negative.
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