The Doom Patrol and Suicide Squad Special

A one-shot 1988 DC special that teams two of the era’s most offbeat teams—the Doom Patrol and the Suicide Squad—under the combined writing of John Ostrander and Paul Kupperberg, with Erik Larsen on art. It pits these misfit squads against each other in a mission that blurs the line between hero and villain, showcasing the gritty, character-driven storytelling that defined late-’80s DC. Though a single issue, it’s a memorable crossover for fans of both teams’ cult followings.