Cable & Deadpool #19 2005

Cable & Deadpool #19, published by Marvel in 2005, delves into the formative years of its titular characters. This standalone issue serves as an epilogue to "Enema of the State" and a prelude to "Bosom Buddies." Cable and Deadpool share tales from their youth, exploring pivotal moments that shaped them. Cable recounts a mission involving nanites, while Deadpool reveals a tragic, distorted memory of his father's death. The issue is notable for offering deep character insights and featuring the first appearance of Deadpool's mother (in flashback).