Swamp Thing #9
This ninth volume of the 1988 Swamp Thing series collects the final issues of Rick Veitch's acclaimed run, delving into the elemental hero's cosmic journey as he confronts the nature of his own existence. Featuring appearances by John Constantine, Deadman, and The Phantom Stranger, the story explores Swamp Thing's evolution beyond the boundaries of the Green. The collection also includes a Batman crossover that ties into the broader DC Universe, showcasing the character's enduring impact on the supernatural side of comics.
In "Natural Consequences," Alan Moore and John Totleben deliver a pivotal moment in the Swamp Thing saga as Gotham surrenders Abby to the titular hero, bringing an end to his siege. With tension at its peak, Swamp Thing faces a brutal assault by Wicker and his men—leaving his fate uncertain. Stephen R. Bissette’s haunting cover captures the moment’s dread, while Moore’s writing and Totleben’s art continue to define the series’ eerie, emotionally charged tone.
In "The Garden of Earthly Delights," Swamp Thing finds himself hunted through the twisted heart of Gotham, where the city's surrender to his cause ends in betrayal. Dwight Wicker, a man of twisted purpose, leads an assault that leaves Swamp Thing seemingly dead—his fate hanging in the mire as the true horror of the garden begins to bloom.
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↩ Reprints Swamp Thing #52 (1986), Swamp Thing #53 (1986), Swamp Thing #54 (1986), Swamp Thing #55 (1986)
Reprinted in Saga of the Swamp Thing #5 (2011)
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