{"product_id":"deadman-1-1986-vf-nm","title":"Deadman # 1 1986 VF\/NM","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDeadman # 1\u003c\/b\u003e, released by DC Comics on March 1, 1986, is the debut of a four-part prestige-format miniseries that reintroduces the ghostly hero, Boston Brand, for the modern era. Written by Andrew Helfer and illustrated by the legendary José Luis García-López, the issue explores deep themes of isolation, duty, and the tragic nature of Deadman's existence. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Return To Forever!\" \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe story picks up with Deadman (Boston Brand) residing in the mystical, hidden city of Nanda Parbat, still recovering from a past poisoning by the villainous Sensei. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eA Ghostly Dilemma: The deity Rama Kushna urges Deadman to remain in Nanda Parbat as its eternal defender. However, Deadman is plagued by profound loneliness and a longing for physical human sensations, such as warmth and the love of a woman.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Sibling Connection: Desperate to tie up loose ends and experience life again, Deadman seeks out his identical twin brother, Cleveland Brand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eA Tragic Possession: In a fateful encounter, Deadman convinces Cleveland to let him possess his body so he can perform his old circus trapeze act once more.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Second Death: While performing in Cleveland's body, an assassin shoots the trapeze artist mid-air. This results in a second death for Boston and the actual death of his brother.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe Fallout: The issue concludes with a supernatural vortex where the brothers' spirits confront each other, setting the stage for Deadman to pursue his old nemesis, the Sensei, once again. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eWriter: Andrew Helfer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eArtist: José Luis García-López.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eColorist: Tom Ziuko.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eGuest Stars: Includes a significant appearance by Batman in the issue's early pages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"BattleBuddyComics.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47644543778916,"sku":"BG518","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0728\/7606\/4868\/files\/IMG_2026_01_06_08_03_58_404.jpg?v=1767708427","url":"https:\/\/battlebuddycomics.com\/products\/deadman-1-1986-vf-nm","provider":"BattleBuddyComics.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}