Tales from the Crypt #6
"Concerto for Violin and Werewolf" delivers a chilling twist on a classic revenge plot in this standout 1991 issue of Tales from the Crypt. Written by Jack Oleck and brought to life with stark, expressive art by Bernie Krigstein—his inks lending the story a haunting, almost cinematic weight—this tale unfolds in a diner where betrayal and dread collide. The cover, a striking piece by Jack Davis, captures the story’s eerie tension perfectly.
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Ed has finally tracked down Marty, the man who stole his woman and his money. Ed plans to shoot Marty in his diner, but Marty has a plan. He stalls for time, knowing a policeman will be along soon for his usual late-night snack. When the cop arrives outside, Ed realizes he's been tricked and Marty taunts him mercilessly. Then, just before the officer can enter the diner, a speeding car roars by and the cop reluctantly has to chase after it. Poor Marty.
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