Elementals #9

Elementals #9 was published by Comico Comics in 1986 during the mid-eighties surge of independent superhero titles. Created by Bill Willingham, the series centered on four individuals resurrected by a death goddess to combat supernatural threats. This specific issue arrived during the height of the series' cult popularity, a period when Comico was gaining significant industry attention for high-quality production values and creator-driven narratives.

The art and writing for this issue follow the signature style established by Willingham, who utilized the medium to explore darker, more mature themes than the traditional superhero fare of the era. The design of the Elementals characters emphasized distinct elemental powers—fire, water, earth, and air—integrated into a gritty, modern world. The series is often cited by collectors as a notable example of the independent comic book movement that challenged the dominance of larger publishers in the eighties.