Strikeforce: Morituri #28

Strikeforce: Morituri was launched by Marvel Comics in 1986, created by writer Peter B. Gillis and artist Brent Anderson. The series presented a grim science-fiction premise where human volunteers were granted superpowers to defend Earth against an alien invasion, with the caveat that the transformation process guaranteed their death within a year. This narrative device allowed for a high-stakes, character-driven story that explored the psychological toll of terminal heroism.

Issue #28, published in 1989, arrives during the latter stage of the series as it approached its conclusion. By this point in the run, the title had become known for its unconventional approach to the superhero genre, often prioritizing philosophical questions and the inevitability of mortality over traditional tropes. The art in this era maintained the gritty, detailed aesthetic that defined the series, reflecting the somber tone established by Gillis and the creative team throughout the title's lifespan.