New Talent Showcase #5
"Return of the Dragonknights, Part One: Isle of the Kraken" kicks off a thrilling adventure in New Talent Showcase #5 (1984), a standout issue spotlighting emerging artists and writers. With a dynamic mix of creators including writer Karen Berger and artist Steve Lightle—whose work is also featured on the cover by Louis Scarborough Jr., Steve Lightle, Cara Sherman-Tereno, and Chris Carlson—this issue delivers a bold, visually rich tale that sets the stage for an epic clash. A preview of the upcoming Ekko story "Heroes End?" teases what’s next, making this a must-read for fans of early 80s DC talent.
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Profiles of Peter Scianna, Louis Scarborough Jr, Reuben Pharms, Steve Ringgenberg, Chris Carlson, Karl Kesel, Mindy Newell, Cara Sherman, Marc Alexander, Rich Margopoulos, Steven Lightle, and Gary Martin. Also has preview panel from the Ekko story 'Heroes End?' in next issue.
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