Collection: Barb Wire: Ace of Spades – Dark Horse Comics – (1996) – Volume 1 – Limited Series - #1–4

📘 Series Summary

Returning to the grit and grime of Steel Harbor, Barb Wire: Ace of Spades is a four-issue limited series written and penciled by character creator Chris Warner, with atmospheric inking by Tim Bradstreet. Launching alongside the character’s cinematic debut, this series updates Barb’s aesthetic to align with the film's leather-clad biker look while doubling down on the "bad girl" action that made the character a 1990s staple.

The story kicks off when a mysterious vigilante known as Death Card begins a high-velocity execution spree against the city's most powerful gangs. Because Death Card shares Barb's penchant for heavy firearms and fast motorcycles, the bounty-hunting owner of the Hammerhead Bar and Grill becomes the primary suspect. Barb must navigate an all-out street war between the Wolf Gang and the Prime Movers to unmask the true killer before she is gunned down for a crime she didn't commit.

⭐ Why This Series Stands Out

• The high-octane 1996 sequel to the original Barb Wire series, featuring the character's revamped movie-inspired design.
• Features incredible, photo-realistic inking by Tim Bradstreet, known for his gritty work on The Punisher and Hellblazer.
• A complete 4-issue mystery arc that explores the dark underbelly of Steel Harbor and the Comics' Greatest World universe.
• Showcases classic 90s "Bad Girl" tropes with a focus on tactical firearms and motorcycle-led action sequences.
• Includes stunning cover art by Doug Mahnke and creator Chris Warner.
• A foundational piece of Dark Horse's superhero history during its mid-90s editorial peak.

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