Werewolf by Night #34

Werewolf by Night #34 was published by Marvel Comics in 1975 during the Bronze Age of comics, a period defined by a move toward more mature, grounded themes within the horror genre. The title was a product of the mid-1970s fascination with supernatural creatures, emerging shortly after the Comics Code Authority relaxed its restrictions on vampires, ghouls, and werewolves, allowing Marvel to explore darker narratives through characters like Jack Russell.

This specific issue is notable for being the first appearance of Marc Spector, the character who would eventually become Moon Knight. Written by Doug Moench and illustrated by Don Perlin, the design for Moon Knight was crafted to contrast the gritty, lunar-themed vigilante against the supernatural horror of the werewolf protagonist. At the time of its release, the issue was considered a standard anthology-style installment, but it has since gained significant historical importance due to the enduring popularity and complex psychological evolution of the character it introduced.