The Defenders #140
marvel • 1985
- Series
- The Defenders
- Issue
- 140
- Publisher
- Marvel
- Cover date
- Feb 1, 1985
- Story title
- The Heartbreak Kid!
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Published in February 1985, The Defenders #140 arrived during the waning months of the series' original run, a period characterized by significant creative transitions as the title moved toward its eventual cancellation with issue #152. Written by Peter B. Gillis with interior art by Don Perlin, this issue fits into the 'New Defenders' era, which sought to revitalize the team's membership and tone by centering the narrative on core members like Beast, Iceman, and Angel.
The cover art, provided by Mike Zeck, reflects the darker, more introspective direction Gillis brought to the series during his tenure. By focusing on complex interpersonal dynamics and cosmic threats rather than traditional superhero tropes, the creative team aimed to distinguish the title from other Marvel ensemble books of the mid-1980s. While the series was viewed at the time as a secondary title compared to the X-Men or Avengers, it is now appreciated by collectors for its experimental approach to character development and its distinct place in the bronze-to-copper age transition.
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