The Defenders #112

The Defenders #112, published by Marvel Comics in October 1982, arrived during a period of transition for the titular team. The series, originally established as a loose affiliation of powerful outsiders like Doctor Strange and the Hulk, had evolved into a more formalized superhero squad by the early 1980s. This issue falls within the tenure of writer J.M. DeMatteis and artist Don Perlin, a creative team that focused on blending character-driven drama with the cosmic and mystical threats that defined the title's unique identity.

The cover and interior art were rendered by Don Perlin, a stalwart of the Marvel bullpen known for his consistent work on titles like The Defenders and Ghost Rider. Perlin's style provided a grounded, gritty aesthetic that contrasted well with the surreal narratives often found in these scripts. The issue was received as a standard installment in a long-running series, notable among fans for maintaining the team's balance of interpersonal tension and existential peril before the book eventually underwent a significant thematic shift in the following years.