PvP #11

PvP #11 from Image Comics delivers one of the more unexpected cover match-ups of 2004: a snarling, muscle-bound green behemoth squaring off against Skull the Troll, the round blue mascot of the PvP crew, who goes flying amid an explosion of debris and cartoon impact stars. The collision of hyper-detailed superhero grit with Kurtz's cheerful cartoon style is genuinely charming, and cover pencils by Erik Larsen and Scott Kurtz make the tonal contrast feel intentional and fun. Whether you're a longtime PvP reader or just someone who appreciates a good cross-genre cover gag, this one earns a spot on the shelf.