Deadpool #2 1993

Deadpool #2 (1997) continues Joe Kelly's seminal run, further shaping the Merc with a Mouth's iconic personality. In this issue, Deadpool's ally Weasel is kidnapped by the nefarious Taskmaster, forcing Wade to confront whether this is a trap or a twisted job opportunity. This issue is notable for developing Deadpool's character and featuring early interactions with significant figures like Taskmaster and T-Ray, as Deadpool grapples with a terminal diagnosis.