Cover: Bob Brown

The Doom Patrol #117

Feb 1968 · DC · 0.12 USD

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In "The Black Vulture [Part 1]," the Doom Patrol fractures as the Chief's unexpected bond with the reformed Madame Rouge unsettles the team's dynamic, pushing them apart just as the Brain devises a new scheme to seize control of her mind. Written by Arnold Drake and illustrated by Bruno Premiani, this pivotal issue blends personal tension with sinister intent, all rendered in stark, expressive art. The cover by Bob Brown captures the looming threat of the Black Vulture with a haunting, atmospheric presence.

Contains 5 stories

The Black Vulture [Part 1]

7.5 pp · Superhero

Madame RougeSteve Dayton [Mento]Brotherhood of Evil [The BrainMonsieur Mallah] (villains)The Black Vulture [Mr. Decker] (villain)

In "The Black Vulture [Part 1]," the fragile peace within the Doom Patrol cracks as The Chief’s new relationship with the reformed Madame Rouge unsettles the team, driving them apart. With the Brain plotting to reclaim Madame Rouge’s mind, the Brotherhood of Evil moves in the shadows—while the mysterious Black Vulture, Mr. Decker, emerges as a new threat in the chaos.

Untitled Humor story

1 pp · Humor

The Black Vulture [Part 2]

7.5 pp · Superhero

The Black Vulture [Mr. Decker] (villain)

In "The Black Vulture [Part 2]," the Doom Patrol fractures under the weight of the Chief’s new relationship with the reformed Madame Rouge, leaving the team vulnerable. With the Chief isolated, the Black Vulture—Mr. Decker—seizes the moment to strike, while the Brain quietly plots to reclaim Madame Rouge’s mind.

The Black Vulture [Part 3]

6.5 pp · Superhero

The Black Vulture [Mr. Decker] (villain)

In "The Black Vulture [Part 3]," Cliff and Larry seek redemption after their harsh words to the Chief, rushing back just in time to face the villainous Black Vulture—Mr. Decker—alongside Rita, Madame Rouge, and a group of natives the Vulture once deceived. With the stakes high and old grudges resurfacing, the team must unite to stop a man who thrives on betrayal and manipulation.

The Man with 100 Wigs

6 pp · Fantasy