Synopsis:
Rorschach's investigation continues while an attack on Adrian Veidt confirms the 'Mask Killer' theory. The Pirate comic-book story parallels events in the real world.
Notes:
An extract from the "Treasure Island Treasury of Comics" documents the rise in popularity of Pirate comics after the failure of Super-Hero books in the Watchmen world.
Note: symmetry is everywhere in this issue. Pay attention to the panel layouts.