Psi-Force #22

In "The Kick Inside," Mutator—now bound to a feral, tiger-like form—steps into the shadows of New York City, where he confronts a ruthless gang preying on the homeless. After saving them, he finds unexpected refuge among the displaced, only to face betrayal when his silver transformation triggers fear and greed. With only a mysterious figure named Martin, whose breath can kill, willing to stand by him, Mutator escapes into the unknown, their fates now intertwined. Written by Howard Mackie and illustrated by Don Heck, with vibrant colors by Steve Buccellato and sharp lettering by Michael Heisler, the cover by Ron Lim and Al Milgrom captures the tension of this pivotal moment.