Warlock # 1 Vol 2. Second Printing NM-

Warlock (1992 Marvel Limited Series) #1 is a reprint anthology that collects the classic Jim Starlin stories from Strange Tales #178, #179, and #180, focusing on Adam Warlock's battle against the Man-Beast and the introduction of key cosmic characters. 

The issue reprints the initial stories from Jim Starlin's first major run with the character, providing an origin story retold through the Soul Gem and introducing several foundational elements of the cosmic Marvel universe. 

• Origin Recap: The story recaps Warlock's origin as "Him," an artificial, perfect human created by the Enclave, and his journey to space where he is named "Warlock" by the High Evolutionary.
• Counter-Earth Conflict: Warlock is sent to Counter-Earth to battle the Man-Beast, an evil counterpart created by the High Evolutionary.
• Introduction of Key Characters: The comic features the first appearances of pivotal characters like Pip the Troll, the assassin Gamora, and the revelation of the Magus as an evil future version of Warlock.
• Universal Church of Truth: Warlock learns about and begins his conflict with the Universal Church of Truth, a powerful intergalactic religious organization led by the Magus.
• The Soul Gem: The story highlights the introduction and significance of the Soul Gem (later known as the Soul Stone), which is affixed to Warlock's forehead and plays a central role in his adventures. 

• Writer: Jim Starlin
• Artist: Jim Starlin (for the original content being reprinted)
• Publisher: Marvel Comics
• Publication Date: May 1992