Cover: Alitha Martinez & Gary Martin

New Crusaders #5

Feb 2013 · Archie · 2.99 USD

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In "Trial by Fire Part One: Jailbreak," Kip Burland confronts the deep-rooted corruption in his city, only to uncover a hidden family legacy tied to a secret tradition that might be his only hope. When a mysterious hooded motorcyclist suddenly appears to rescue the daughter of one of Kip’s key witnesses, the line between justice and legend begins to blur. Written and illustrated by Gray Morrow, with colors by Barry Grossman and Thomas Mason and letters by Gray Morrow, this issue features a striking cover by Alitha Martinez and Gary Martin.

Contains 2 stories

Trial by Fire Part One: Jailbreak

24 pp · Superhero, Teen

LodestoneRed StoneStingBuzzard

In "Trial by Fire Part One: Jailbreak," the Brain Emperor orchestrates a daring breakout at the Zenith Institution and Penitentiary, unleashing a wave of super-villains with one goal: destroy the New Crusaders. As chaos erupts, the teen heroes brace for the assault, rallying alongside a newly formed Riot Squad to hold the line.

Black Hood

5 pp · Superhero

Uncle Matt [the Black Hood from the West]Damian Doyle (Kip's weapons outfitter and electronics expert)Faye Traynor

In a city choked by corruption, Kip Burland seeks answers from his uncle, only to learn of a hidden family legacy tied to a secretive tradition. When a hooded motorcyclist suddenly appears to save the daughter of one of Kip’s witnesses, the line between myth and vigilante justice begins to blur.