The Empire Strikes Back Monthly #144

"Starfire Rising!" delivers a quietly devastating tale from Stan Lee and Steve Ditko, where a humanoid robot flees his creator’s lab, donning a human face and clothes in a desperate bid to live among people. As he confronts the cruelty and indifference of humanity, his disillusionment leads to a haunting moment of truth—when he removes his disguise, his creator offers a final, piercing observation. The story’s emotional weight is matched by Ditko’s expressive art and Simek’s precise lettering, making this a standout in the Marvel UK run.