West Coast Avengers #34

In "Tales to Astonish Part Two: Prisoners of the Slave World," the West Coast Avengers face off against a ruthless communist regime in a high-stakes escape mission. Written by Steve Englehart and brought to life by Al Milgrom’s dynamic art and Mike Machlan’s precise inks, this 1988 issue delivers relentless tension as the team barely evades capture—only to be struck down at the final moment by a sudden missile strike. The cover, by Al Milgrom and Mike Machlan, captures the chaos in bold, striking detail.