{"product_id":"deadpool-vol-2-20-marvel-comics-1998","title":"Deadpool, Vol. 2 #20 (Marvel Comics 1998)","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eDeadpool, Vol. 2 #20 (Marvel Comics 1998) drops readers into a sharp-edged Monte Carlo caper that blends irreverent humor with high-stakes con artistry. This 38-page issue, cheekily titled Justice, Order, \u0026amp; Luck (or...Skinless Drooler's Day Off!), follows Deadpool as he pairs with Monty for a fortune-seeking scheme that slingshots from dazzling highs to chaotic consequences in quintessential Deadpool fashion. Creative team and format\n- Cover pencils: Walter McDaniel; Inks: John Livesay\n- Script: James Felder (Plot) and Joe Kelly\n- Pencils: Pete Woods; Inks: Walden Wong\n- 38 pages; cover price: $1.99\n- Original publication: Marvel Comics, 1998 Story highlights and what makes it stand out\n- Monte Carlo caper: Deadpool leverages a precognitive ally’s powers to stack the odds and pull off a multi-million fortune against the slick agent Batroc.\n- Moral ambiguity with humor: Monty discovers he’s having an unexpectedly fantastic time, even as Dixon—Deadpool’s ruthless boss—remains unimpressed.\n- Consequences and memory manipulation: The tension culminates in Dixon deciding to erase the excursion from Monty’s memory, adding a twist that resonates with the series’ penchant for consequences and chaos. Why this issue appeals to collectors and readers\n- Distinctive late-90s Marvel voice: A blend of sharp wit, caper storytelling, and kinetic art that captures Deadpool’s irreverent charm.\n- Notable creative lineup: A collaboration between Felder, Joe Kelly, Pete Woods, Walter McDaniel, John Livesay, and Walden Wong delivers a visually dynamic and tightly scripted story.\n- Standalone intrigue within a larger run: While it sits in Deadpool, Vol. 2, the issue tells a complete, entertaining arc that can be read and enjoyed on its own, making it a compelling entry point for new readers and a strong addition for collectors. Ideal for\n- Deadpool enthusiasts seeking a stylish, plot-driven caper with zippy dialogue.\n- Collectors building a 1990s Marvel stack who want a volume that showcases a bold creative team and a memorable Monte Carlo heist story.\n- Fans curious about how the series balances humor, crime caper energy, and the occasional surreal twist.\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ugly Monkey Comics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51455095701782,"sku":"00928103703309","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0973\/4301\/3142\/files\/04D6E720-618B-4071-AAC8-33A49BCB565F.jpg?v=1781973576","url":"https:\/\/uglymonkeycomics.com\/products\/deadpool-vol-2-20-marvel-comics-1998","provider":"Ugly Monkey Comics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}