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The Legion of Super-Heroes#269
Cover: Dick Giordano
The Legion of Super-Heroes #269
“Who Shall Name the Dark Man?”
In "Who Shall Name the Dark Man?", a pivotal moment in the Legion of Super-Heroes saga, Ernie Colón’s dynamic art brings to life a story that delves into legacy and choice. Set in the 30th century, this issue explores the roots of a powerful figure through a quiet, revealing conversation between father and son, all while the cover by Dick Giordano captures the weight of destiny in shadow and light.
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writer Gerry Conway · artist Jimmy Janes · inker Frank Chiaramonte · colorist Gene D'Angelo · letterer Ben Oda · cover Dick Giordano
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writer Gerry Conway
artist Jimmy Janes
inker Frank Chiaramonte
colorist Gene D'Angelo
letterer Ben Oda
cover pencils, inks Dick Giordano
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The Fatal Five returns to challenge the Legion under orders from their new leader, the Dark Man.
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