The Thing #34
1986
- Series
- The Thing
- Issue
- 34
- Cover date
- Apr 1, 1986
- Story title
- Dual Duel
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The Thing #34, published in April 1986, arrived during the waning days of the character's solo series, which initially launched to capitalize on Ben Grimm's heightened popularity following the Secret Wars event. By this stage in the run, the title had moved away from its original premise of featuring guest stars in every issue and leaned into more experimental storytelling, reflecting the editorial climate of Marvel Comics in the mid-1980s.
Written by Mike Carlin with cover art by Ron Wilson, the issue is remembered for its distinct departure from standard superhero fare. The creative team leaned into a more introspective and sometimes surreal tone, which was a hallmark of Carlin's writing during this period. While the series was cancelled shortly after this issue, it remains a point of interest for completionists and those tracking the character's evolution away from his traditional Fantastic Four dynamics.
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