Marvel Comics Presents #8
In "Vanguard Chapter 8: Who Is Trenton Craft?", Guardian and U.S. Agent clash in a high-stakes test facility, pushing their conflict to a breaking point when U.S. Agent provokes Michael just too far—leading Guardian to lose control in a violent outburst. As his handlers attempt to shut down the suit, they uncover a shocking truth: Michael isn’t just powered by his armor—he’s drawing energy from an unknown external source. Written by Rich Koslowski and illustrated by Marco Checchetto, with colors by Laura Villari and letters by Dave Sharpe, this issue deepens the mystery of Trenton Craft’s origins. The cover by Brandon Peterson captures the tension with stark, striking detail.
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Guardian and U.S.Agent are battling in a test facility when Agent goads Michael a little too far and Guardian tears into him. When his handlers try to power the suit down, they discover that Michael is drawing power from an outside source.
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