Nick Fury Agent of Shield, Vol. 4 #1 (Marvel Comics 1989)

The Past Still Haunts

Nick Fury Agent of Shield, Vol. 4 #1 (Marvel Comics, 1989) launches the debut of an all-new monthly SHIELD series, inviting readers into a reshaped SHIELD world where the balance between espionage and heroism is tested like never before.

Written by Bob Harras with art and cover by Bob Hall & Kim DeMulder, this issue introduces a fresh threat stalking Nick Fury. SHIELD as you know it may be gone, and that upheaval spells trouble not just for Fury, but for Earth itself. To stop the danger, Fury must rally his friends—yet unity could expose them all to a far greater menace.

Details at a glance: 32 pages in full color, original cover price $1.50.

Why this issue stands out

• First issue in a bold new monthly SHIELD run, a pivotal entry for fans of late-80s Marvel espionage and superhero storytelling.
• Story title The Past Still Haunts anchors a theme of history resurfacing to threaten the present.
• Creative team delivers a distinctive late-80s visual vibe through Bob Hall & Kim DeMulder’s art and cover work.
• Compact 32-page format provides a complete, self-contained chapter with high stakes and personal peril for Nick Fury and his allies.

Whether you're a longtime Fury enthusiast or a collector seeking a landmark entry from Marvel’s late-1980s era, this issue offers a clear gateway into Nick Fury’s evolving world and the new challenges that redefine SHIELD. A compelling blend of suspense, action, and character-driven drama—perfect for readers who crave stories with real consequences and a sense of legacy.