The Knights of Pendragon The Only Child 1991 February Vol. 8 - Axiom Graded Excellent, Very Fine Condition See Photos ... Includes FREE SHIPPING. Note the global comic book market is projected to reach $27 billion by 2033. This represents a steady 6% compound annual growth rate (CAGR). In the February 1991 issue of Marvel Comics The Knights of Pendragon, titled "The Only Child" (Vol. 1, #8), the series unique blend of Arthurian legend and eco-warrior themes takes a deeply personal turn. The narrative centers on Kate McClellan, a writer and single mother recently empowered as a Pendragon, as she investigates the sinister Omni Corporation, a corporate front for the malevolent, polluting entity known as the Bane. The story escalates dramatically when Kates young son, Cam, is kidnapped, directly linking the overarching battle for the planets soul to her most intimate role as a mother. This pivotal issue masterfully intertwines the epic struggle against a corrupting industrial force with a desperate and relatable human drama, solidifying Kates motivation and transforming her fight from an abstract duty into a fierce, protective crusade.