Nick Fury's Howling Commandos #4
In "Assault on Area 13," the Howling Commandos face a new threat as Merlin's trolls launch a coordinated assault on SHIELD's Area 13, testing the team's limits against both supernatural forces and high-stakes military operations. Written by Keith Giffen and illustrated by Derec Aucoin, this 2006 issue delivers a tense, action-packed showdown with sharp art and bold storytelling. The cover by Eric Canete captures the intensity of the clash, making it a standout entry in the series.
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The Howling Commandos take down another monster, Goom, to add to their collection. Merlin send trolls to attack the Lords of the Living Lightning in order to take over their operation and use their scientific resources to further his plans. He then sends his forces to attack SHIELD's Area 13 where they come up against the Howling Commandos.
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