Break-Thru #1

Break-Thru #1 was published in 1993 as the kickoff to a major crossover event within the Ultraverse, a shared superhero universe created by Malibu Comics. The series sought to unify various titles under the Malibu banner, positioning itself as a bold alternative to the dominant Marvel and DC universes by exploring a more grounded and sometimes grittier approach to superpowered individuals.

The creative direction for this inaugural issue was helmed by writer Gerard Jones and artist George Pérez, whose intricate and detailed illustrative style was a hallmark of the era's peak production values. The issue was designed to establish the core tension of the event, where the sudden emergence of 'Ultras' forced a global reckoning. While it garnered significant attention upon release due to the prominence of the creative team, the long-term legacy of the series remains tied to the eventual acquisition of the Ultraverse by Marvel Comics.