Deathblow #1, 2 (1993 Image Comics) VF/NM – Jim Lee WildStorm First Appearance – Black Ops Antihero Origin

For sale is a high-grade VF/NM lot of Deathblow issues #1 and #2 from the 1993 Image Comics series, created by Jim Lee and published under the WildStorm imprint. This series marks the explosive first appearance of Michael Cray, aka Deathblow—a black-ops assassin introduced as part of the original WildStorm Universe alongside WildC.A.T.s and Stormwatch.

Issue #1 features cover-to-cover art by Jim Lee, blending gritty realism with military noir. Issue #2 transitions to fan-favorite artist Tim Sale, whose signature moody style sets the tone for the dark, psychological edge the series is known for.

Perfect for fans of ‘90s comic book action, military thrillers, and supernatural warfare, this series blends Punisher-style tactical violence with Spawn-like darkness. Both issues are bagged, boarded, and ready for your collection.

Lot Details:
Title: Deathblow
Publisher: Image Comics / WildStorm
Series Launch: 1993
Issues Included: #1, #2
Condition: VF/NM – Vibrant covers, clean interiors, minimal spine stress. Collector-grade.
Writers: Brandon Choi, Jim Lee (co-plot)
Artists: Jim Lee (Issue #1), Tim Sale (Issue #2)
Main Characters: Deathblow (Michael Cray), I.O., Helen
Era: Modern Age Comics
Genre: Superhero, Military Action, Supernatural Thriller, Espionage

Key Features:

• First appearance of Deathblow (Michael Cray) – core WildStorm character

• Jim Lee’s early solo creation under Image Comics

• Military-themed storytelling mixed with supernatural elements

• Issue #2 drawn by Tim Sale (Batman: The Long Halloween)

• Part of WildStorm’s foundational lineup (connects with Gen13, Stormwatch, Team 7)

• Essential ‘90s collector title with growing demand among Image/WildStorm completists

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