Werewolf by Night #29

Werewolf by Night #29 was published by Marvel Comics in May 1975 during the height of the publisher's experimentation with horror-themed narratives. As part of a series centered on Jack Russell, a man cursed with lycanthropy, the issue emerged during a period when the Comics Code Authority allowed for more supernatural elements, provided they were handled with a specific moral framework. The series was significant for integrating classic monsters into the established Marvel Universe, often pitting the protagonist against both occult threats and the limitations of his own humanity.

The issue features cover art and interior work representative of the moody, atmospheric aesthetic common to 1970s Marvel horror titles. Creators during this era often leaned into Gothic tropes and tragic character arcs to differentiate the series from the standard superhero fare of the time. While Werewolf by Night was a niche title compared to the company's flagship books, it gained a dedicated following for its unique tone and its role in introducing major characters, such as Moon Knight, who debuted in the same series shortly before this issue was released.