Separated into two (or maybe three?) forms, a cloned Luther Manning starts chronicling the adventures of Deathlok. A pair of confusing stories from Rich Buckler and Keith Pollard wrap up the character’s run in Astonishing Tales.
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Deathlok faces off with Maj. Ryker in a virtual reality “Mind-Lock,” then attempts a mind transference to a clone. This visually strong series – by Rich Buckler, Bill Mantlo and Klaus Janson – continues to be overwhelmed by a plethora of concepts.
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After being damaged by Hellinger’s explosive, Deathlok is rebuilt by the CIA and sent back on the hunt for Ryker. The creative team of Rich Buckler, Bill Mantlo and Klaus Janson serve up a visually striking story that’s overstuffed with plot elements.
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Deathlok’s quest to restore his humanity brings him to Maj. Ryker’s brother Hellinger and a Luther Manning clone. New inker Klaus Janson improves the look of this series but it’s still unclear where plotter/artist Rich Buckler is trying to take the story.
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Deathlok battles human drones in abandoned subway tunnels while Mike Travers frees Nina from Maj. Ryker. Rich Buckler is joined by Bill Mantlo and a “whole blame Bullpen” of artists, but this story simply idles in place.
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Deathlok is confronted by former friend Mike Travers, then the cyborg antihero resumes his quest to regain his lost humanity. The short lead feature by Rich Buckler and company is padded out by a fun Stan Lee/Gene Colan reprint.
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After losing a potential ally, Deathlok remains on the run from Maj. Simon Ryker’s soldiers and “supreme death-machine.” After a one issue absence, Rich Buckler’s Deathlok returns to Astonishing Tales (with some creative help from Doug Moench, Keith Pollard, Arvell Jones and Al McWilliams).
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Unable to commit suicide, Deathlok finds himself back on the run from Maj. Simon Ryker’s forces. Writer/artist Rich Buckler delivers an innovative – albeit rough – dystopian gem.
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After battling War-Wolf, Deathlok tries returning to his pre-cyborg home and finds only rejection and despair. Creator Rich Buckler assumes scripting duties this time out but the whole thing seems a little off.
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Deathlok tries to rescue his best friend from the clutches of Maj. Simon Ryker, head of Project: Alpha-Mech. Doug Moench and Rich Buckler continue to push the envelope of mainstream comics fare with this strong second installment.
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