The Spectacular Spider-Man #98

The cover by Al Milgrom says it all: an enormous, looming Kingpin threatens to crush both Spider-Man and the Black Cat between his massive fists, with a glowing gem on a pedestal between them hinting at what's at stake. The two heroes stand their ground on a rooftop, looking wary but far from beaten, while a small inset corner box reminds us that Spidey is sporting his sleek black costume in 1985. With a story titled "True Confessions!" and the Kingpin's cold, implacable gaze dominating the scene, this issue promises the kind of tension that makes Spectacular Spider-Man such a satisfying read.