Punisher War Journal #4
In "Small Wake for a Tall Man," a rare moment of solemnity cuts through the usual chaos as a roster of Marvel’s rogues gallery gathers in a dimly lit bar to mourn the death of Stilt-Man. Amid the clinking glasses and uneasy camaraderie, the mood shifts when someone realizes the bartender bears an uncanny resemblance to the Punisher—his presence hanging heavy in the air, unspoken but unmistakable. Written by Matt Fraction and illustrated with gritty precision by Mike Deodato Jr., this standout issue blends dark humor and tension, with a cover by Mike Deodato that captures the moment’s eerie stillness.
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A large gathering of villains retire to a local bar to hold a wake for the fallen Stilt-Man and after laughter, tears and a few drunken slugfests (as well as a visit by Spider-Man), somebody notices that the bartender looks an awful lot like the Punisher.
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