Starman #41
In "Villain's Redemption," Doctor Phosphorus breaks free from Cray Prison, sending shockwaves through the city and forcing Jack to confront the consequences of his past. As Ted watches the news with him, tensions rise—while Shade quietly reshapes Matt O'Dare’s future, one dangerous reckoning at a time. Written by James Robinson and illustrated with striking precision by Gary Erskine, with colors by Gregory Wright and letters by Bill Oakley, this issue explores the fragile line between redemption and retribution. The cover, a moody, atmospheric piece by Tony Harris, captures the weight of choices yet to be made.
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Doctor Phosphorus escapes from Cray Prison. Jack and Ted discuss how Jack is going to deal with the escaped villain while watching the TV news. Elsewhere, Shade helps Matt O'Dare go straight by eliminating, either by murder or conversation, those who knew Matt's past. The last person they confront is Hope, she isn't happy with Matt, but gives him a chance to prove himself.
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