WAR MACHINE #5
(August, 1994) "The Wages of Death!" Cover art: Gabe Gecko. Script: Scott Benson/Len Kaminski. Art: Gabe Gecko/Pam Ecklund.
Introducing - Deathtoll! Saint Van Sant is a hitman-for-hire who has a mysterious ability to come back from seemingly being dead, as is aptly demonstrated in the first few pages. James Rhodes assumes the role of Director of Worldwatch, then confirms with Dr. Jeffries that the job is still his to be had. Next, Rhodey dons the WM armor to appear before the UN, who all but brands him a criminal! WM puts the UN on notice: clean up the trouble spots of the world, or he will! Deathtoll pops in to make good on a contract to take WM out. WM takes him and the fight elsewhere. Due to increasing armor difficulty, Rhodes has to make the choice - him, or Deathtoll!
TJ's Recommendation: 3 1/2 Variable Threat Response Battle Suits!
