The Judas Contract

Comic book storyline "The Judas Contract"Cover of Tales of the Teen Titans Annual #3 (July 1984). Art by George Pérez.PublisherDC ComicsPublication dateMay – July 1984Main character(s)Teen TitansDeathstrokeTerraJerichoCreative teamWriterMarv WolfmanArtistAdrienne RoyPencillerGeorge PérezInkerDick GiordanoLettererJohn CostanzaColoristGeorge PérezEditor(s)Marv WolfmanGeorge Pérez "The Judas Contract" is a Teen Titans event featuring the secret origins of Deathstroke in the DC Comics. The story revolves around the betrayal of Terra after her revelation as a secret agent. "The Judas Contract" is also noted for the introduction of Deathstroke's ex-wife, Adeline, but more importantly, it introduces his second son Joey Wilson. Immediately following the events of "The Judas Contract", Joey joins the Teen Titans as Jericho. Adeline Kane remains a stable supporting character and has made frequent appearances in both New Teen Titans and Teen Titans Spotlight. In addition, this storyline presents the first appearance of Dick Grayson under his new costume and code-name Nightwing, having left the Robin identity behind. Plot "The Judas Contract" begins shortly after Dick Grayson and Wally W