The Spectre #22

In "Spear of Destiny, Conclusion," the Spectre confronts the weight of power as Superman, burdened by the Spear of Destiny’s corrupting influence, faces the consequences of wielding it in Tokyo. Written by John Ostrander and illustrated with haunting precision by Tom Mandrake, this pivotal issue sees the Spectre guide Superman toward redemption, culminating in the spear’s final entombment. Alex Ross’s striking cover captures the moment’s gravity, a visual echo of the story’s moral stakes.