Star-Spangled War Stories Featuring G.I. Zombie # 1 3D Lenticular Motion Cover 2014 NM-

Star-Spangled War Stories Featuring G.I. Zombie #1 is the debut issue of a unique horror-military series published by DC Comics on July 23, 2014. Written by the fan-favorite creative duo Jimmy Palmiotti and Justin Gray, with haunting, gritty artwork by Scott Hampton, the series resurrected the classic Star-Spangled War Stories anthology title with a modern, supernatural twist set within the main DC Universe.

Plot Summary

The issue introduces the ultimate undercover asset: Jared Kabe, a heavily trained soldier who died in service but returned as a fully functioning, sentient zombie. Because of his unique condition, he possesses a potent healing factor, handles extreme torture without breaking, and can safely deploy into bio-hazard zones.

• The Mission: Jared is paired with a living, hardened federal agent named Carmen King. Handled by their handler Abel Anderson (codename: Gravedigger), the duo is sent to Mississippi on an urgent, off-the-books assignment.
• The Threat: They must infiltrate a domestic, anti-government extremist militia that has smuggled weapons. The group has successfully stolen a horrific chemical weapon known as "Black Ice", intending to deploy it to purge and restart America from the ground up.
• The Dynamic: Much of the issue balances tense tactical infiltration with dark comedy. Carmen is deeply uncomfortable with her undead partner, bombarding him with bizarre logistics questions during their downtime. Meanwhile, Jared's tactical edge is highlighted when he willingly lets Carmen chop off his hand to prove her "loyalty" and secure her undercover placement inside the militia.

Key Details & Specifications

• Release Date: July 23, 2014
• Creative Team: Jimmy Palmiotti & Justin Gray (Writers), Scott Hampton (Artist)
• Format: 32 pages, full color
• Original Cover Price: $2.99