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There is something inviting about the way Avengers (1963) 383 establishes its world, its conflict and its emotional temperature with very little fuss. The issue was published on 1 February 1995 as part of Avengers, with Inhuman Devlor providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Fantastic Force with questions of duty and courage. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. ⁠ Avengers (1963) 383 builds tension by maki

Star Wars: Droids Special (1995) 1 is the kind of issue that makes an old publication date feel less important than the energy waiting on the first page. The issue was published on 31 January 1995 as part of Star Wars: Droids Special, with Artoo Detoo'and'See Threepio'arrive providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Hosk Station with questions of duty and courage. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. ⁠ Star

Reading Star Wars: Dark Empire II (1994) 2 as part of Marvel's wider catalogue reveals an issue with a clear personality and a surprisingly immediate sense of purpose. The issue was published on 24 January 1995 as part of Star Wars: Dark Empire II, with Nar Shaddaa'is providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Han Solo with questions of duty and courage. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure. ⁠ Star Wars: Dark

Marvel Comics Presents (1988) 172 opens the door to a distinct corner of Marvel history rather than feeling like a catalogue entry that should be admired from a distance. The issue was published on 20 January 1995 as part of Marvel Comics Presents, with Force Works providing the clearest point of entry. Its premise connects Avatars of Mandarin with questions of identity and responsibility. That combination gives the opening a purpose beyond simply announcing another adventure