Werewolf by Night #41

Werewolf by Night #41, published by Marvel Comics in December 1976, arrived during the tail end of the original series' run. The title, which launched in the early 1970s, was a significant part of Marvel's exploration of supernatural and horror-themed storytelling following the relaxation of the Comics Code Authority's restrictions on monsters. This issue captures the darker, character-driven tone that defined Jack Russell's struggle with his lycanthropy, reflecting the era's experimentation with gothic horror within the superhero medium.

The issue features work from a creative team deeply embedded in the Marvel house style of the mid-70s. During this period, the series underwent various shifts in artistic direction to maintain reader interest as the initial popularity of the monster-comic trend began to wane. While not as iconic as the debut issues illustrated by Mike Ploog, issue #41 serves as an example of the steady craftsmanship typical of Marvel's secondary titles, focusing on maintaining internal continuity and the ongoing psychological torment of its lead character.