Punisher: War Zone #2

The second chapter of this 2013 five-part limited series puts Frank Castle front and center in an arresting composition — dual pistols raised, skull emblem blazing on his chest, his expression locked in cold determination. Surrounding him is the full weight of the Marvel hero community: Spider-Man, Black Widow, Iron Man, Captain America, Thor, and Wolverine all closing in, making it unmistakably clear that the Punisher has the Avengers' undivided attention. Marco Checchetto's cover work is sharp and kinetic, with Greg Rucka, Carmine Di Giandomenico, and Matt Hollingsworth bringing their considerable talents to the story inside.