Excommunicated #1

Excommunicated #1, published by Scout Comics, debuted in 2021 as the first issue of a supernatural crime series created by writer Ehsan A. and artist Alejandro Aragon. The narrative centers on a clandestine group of rogue priests who serve as a supernatural hit squad, tasked with hunting down demons that have infiltrated human society. The premise seeks to blend gritty noir storytelling with theological horror, exploring the moral ambiguity of characters operating outside the traditional structures of the church to protect humanity.

The aesthetic of the series, shaped by Aragon’s stark, moody illustration style, emphasizes the dark, urban setting of the protagonists' underworld operations. It reflects the contemporary trend in independent comics of reimagining religious mythology through the lens of modern action-thriller tropes. Upon its release, the issue was received as a stylistic addition to the publisher's dark fantasy catalog, garnering attention for its high-concept pitch and the tension between the characters' faith and their violent profession.