Aztek: The Ultimate Man #9

Aztek: The Ultimate Man was created by Grant Morrison, Mark Millar, and artist N. Steven Harris, debuting in 1996 as part of a DC Comics attempt to modernize the superhero archetype. The series follows Uno, a warrior trained by a secret society to serve as the champion of the deity Quetzalcoatl. The character was designed to blend high-concept superhero tropes with Aztec mythology, serving as a complex study on destiny and institutional indoctrination.

Issue number 9 serves as part of the series' concluding arc, capturing the character's internal struggle as he navigates his role within the Justice League and his final confrontation with his hidden benefactors. N. Steven Harris’s artwork during this period was noted for its dynamic layouts and ability to ground the cosmic, mythological elements of the script in a tangible urban setting. While the series was critically praised for its intellectual depth, it faced low circulation, leading to its cancellation shortly after this issue, cementing its status as a cult classic among fans of 1990s DC experimentation.