Codename: Strykeforce – Image Comics – 1994–1995 – Volume 1 – #0–14

Codename: Strykeforce – Image/Top Cow – 1994–1995 – #0–14

📘 Series Summary

Spinning out of the pages of Cyberforce, Codename: Strykeforce follows the tactical leader Stryker as he assembles his own mercenary unit for missions too dirty or high-risk for his former team. Published by Marc Silvestri's Top Cow Productions, this series exemplified the high-octane, "extreme" aesthetic of the mid-90s Image revolution, featuring cyborgs, aliens, and global political intrigue.

The series is a treasure trove of early work from modern industry legends. Plotted by Marc Silvestri and David Wohl, and later written by the iconic Steve Gerber, the book features dynamic pencils from Brandon Peterson, Billy Tan, and Michael Turner. Over 15 issues (including #0), the team faces off against Death's Angel, shape-shifting aliens aboard the Skywatch space station, and the "Industrial Accidents," culminating in a massive crossover with Cyberforce.

⭐ Why This Series Stands Out

  • Top Cow Aesthetic: Features the polished, hyper-detailed art style that defined Marc Silvestri's studio in the 90s.
  • Variant Hunter’s Dream: Issue #1 is available in the standard edition, as well as highly collectible Blue Embossed and Gold Embossed variants.
  • Artistic Origins: Includes early career work by Michael Turner (creator of Fathom) and Billy Tan.
  • Stormwatch Crossover (#4–7): A major inter-company-style crossover as the team heads to Skywatch to battle the alien Sh'rrrnn.
  • Steve Gerber Scripts: The legendary Howard the Duck creator brought a unique, cynical edge to the mercenary team starting in issue #10.
  • Issue #0: An essential prequel origin issue released at the height of the series' popularity.

📦 Inventory Notice

We currently have a wide range of conditions in stock, from affordable Fine reading copies to Near Mint collector copies. The Gold and Blue Embossed variants of Issue #1 are highly sought after and often move quickly—if you see them in stock, don't wait! Please note that the series concludes in the Opposing Forces one-shot.

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