The Concept: An alien despot targets Earth for conquest, concocting a sinister scheme to empower the dregs of humanity with a transformative catalyst that they may sow chaos and fear. Overhearing the warlord’s insidious plans, a noble alien rebel escapes with the catalyst, hoping to imbue worthy men and women with powers that might allow them to turn back the tide of invasion. Based on the best-selling computer game!

This Issue: “Casualty of War”—A daring daylight bank heist orchestrated by the malevolent Mafioso Pinstripe leads to tragedy when a young boy risks his life to save Minuteman. Can our star-spangled soldier return the favor before time runs out? Plus, when the minions of a mysterious new foe infiltrate the Freedom Fortress, the newest members of the team learn the meaning of pest control as they face the Terror from Beneath!