Deadpool, Vol. 2 #25 (Marvel Comics 1998)

Deadpool, Vol. 2 #25 (Marvel Comics, 1998) — Dead Reckoning Part 3: What the World Needs Now

Top left corner has damage. Travel with Deadpool to a desert landscape in Egypt where the Merc with a Mouth confronts a destiny bigger than any battle he’s faced before. This issue, part of the Dead Reckoning arc, pushes Deadpool beyond his usual wisecracks into a heroic moment where free will and change are on the line, and only he can save the universe from a cosmic messiah with a dangerous offer of peace.

The creative team behind this pivotal issue blends distinctive art and storytelling: cover pencils by Walter McDaniel, with inks by John Livesay. Inside, Joe Kelly crafts the script, with pencils by Walter McDaniel. Inks come from a dynamic trio of contributors—Whitney McFarland, Rodney Ramos, Walden Wong, Scott Elmer, and Scott Koblish—delivering a bold, cinematic look that fans of late-90s Marvel will recognize and appreciate.

Key story beats you won’t want to miss include Deadpool stepping into a defining hero’s role, Dixon’s unraveling in the aftermath, and Zoe taking the reins at LL & L as Deadpool’s fate is reassessed. It’s a memorable entry in a period when Deadpool’s adventures balanced high-stakes cosmic drama with his signature irreverence.

• 52 pages of immersive Deadpool storytelling
• Storyline: Dead Reckoning Part 3 — What the World Needs Now
• Desert-epic setting in Egypt with universe-changing consequences
• Artistic vision from Walter McDaniel (pencils) and a diverse ink crew
• Original cover price: $2.99

This issue is a must for collectors seeking a 1998 Deadpool chapter that blends grand cosmic stakes with character-driven moments. It stands out for its ambitious premise, distinctive art team, and the way it redefines what a Deadpool story can be.