Guardians of the Galaxy [Quest for the Shield]

In this single-issue Marvel special from 1992, writer/artist Jim Valentino brings the original Guardians of the Galaxy into a crossover with Spider-Man, as the web-slinger joins their quest for a powerful artifact. Part of a broader storyline that ran through the series, this issue highlights Valentino's signature cosmic-adventure style and his deep affection for the team's classic, far-future setting. It's a snapshot of the Guardians' early-90s revival, bridging their past with a wider Marvel universe cameo.