Curse of the Spawn #4

Curse of the Spawn number four was published in 1996 as part of the expansion of Todd McFarlane's Spawn universe. The series was designed to explore darker, more peripheral stories within the franchise, distancing itself from the primary narrative of Al Simmons to focus on the broader lore of Hellspawn throughout history. This issue continued the creative momentum established by the monthly title, which sought to maintain the high-intensity aesthetic that defined Image Comics during the mid-nineties.

The issue features the creative work of writer Doug Moench and illustrator Andy Bennett, who maintained the gritty, shadow-heavy style expected of the series. By utilizing a rotating cast of artists, the publishers aimed to offer a visual experience distinct from the core Spawn book. At the time of its release, the series was received as a standard expansion of the McFarlane brand, catering primarily to established fans of the gothic, supernatural superhero genre who were interested in anthology-style storytelling.