Writer Gail Simone takes on the Merc With a Mouth! When Deadpool crosses paths with the Black Swan, the telepathic villain infects Wade with a virus that eats away at his mind. Can Deadpool overcome his degenerating thought processes and continue his merc work? No, probably not. Plus, Deadpool is hired to steal the Rhino's horn and protect Dazzler, and gathers new allies Sandi Brandenberg, Ratbag, Outlaw and the Taskmaster. But when a showdown with the Black Swan goes wrong, who - if anyone - will survive? COLLECTING: Deadpool (1997) 65-69, Agent X 1-6
Gail Simone
Gail Simone is a renowned comic book writer known for her work on titles such as "Wonder Woman," "Batgirl," and "Birds of Prey." Her writing style is characterized by strong, complex female characters and witty dialogue. Simone's key contribution to literature is her groundbreaking portrayal of women in the male-dominated world of comics.