Deadpool: The Circle Chase

A single-issue 1997 Marvel special, Deadpool: The Circle Chase marks the Merc with a Mouth's first solo series, written by co-creator Fabian Nicieza with kinetic art by Joe Madureira. This one-shot set the template for Deadpool's solo adventures, blending wisecracking violence with a convoluted chase plot that established his signature tone. Though brief, it's a foundational piece of the character's transition from supporting player to headliner.