Heathcliff #20
In "Splish Splash!", Heathcliff takes on a surprisingly heartfelt mission when billionaire Mr. Gotbucks threatens to demolish the Elite Fish Market—his favorite spot—out of spite for a past fishing defeat. With a mix of charm and cleverness, Heathcliff helps Gotbucks confront his grudge by guiding him to catch a truly massive fish, turning a personal vendetta into a surprising victory. Written by Joe Edwards and brought to life by George Wildman’s expressive art with inks by Jacqueline Roettcher, this 1987 Marvel adventure blends humor and heart in a story that’s as splashy as it is sweet.
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Billionaire Mr. Gotbucks wants to tear down the Elite Fish Market, Heathcliff's favorite store. Gotbucks hates fish because he was humiliated in a fishing tournament by catching the smallest fish. Heathcliff helps him catch a huge fish to win a tournament and in return Gotbucks allows the Elite Fish Market to reopen.
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