The Punisher #4
In "Purgatory Part 4: The Hour of Judgment," Frank Castle confronts the dark truth behind his past as the Punisher, learning from Olivier that his violent legacy is tied to a far older, supernatural design. With Gadriel at his side, Frank fights to reclaim his purpose, facing demonic forces in a battle that tests the limits of vengeance and redemption. The story unfolds in stark, haunting art by Bernie Wrightson, whose cover pencils and inks capture the weight of this pivotal moment in the Punisher’s mythos.
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Olivier explains to Frank the mystic nature of his true secret origin as the Punisher and how he has been used to fuel Olivier's power to wage war in hell. Punisher and Gadriel seek some form of redemption in driving off Olivier and his demonic forces; Frank returns to the streets.
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