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  • In 1986, Marvel Comics debuted the New Universe to celebrate its 25th anniversary. 1 / 8

  • D.P. 7 was one of the main New Universe books. 2 / 8

  • Like all New Universe books, D.P. 7 tried to be more realistic about superpowers. 3 / 8

  • D.P. 7's realism meant characters were attacked by many religious people. 4 / 8

  • The characters became objects of government interest. 5 / 8

  • Characters like Lenore found their powers interrupting their lives, with no upside. 6 / 8

  • Many characters were pressed into military service. 7 / 8

  • The series proved gaining superpowers is often a traumatic experience. 8 / 8