Forever People #2

The Forever People #2 was published in 1971 as part of Jack Kirby’s ambitious Fourth World epic for DC Comics. Following his departure from Marvel, Kirby was granted creative autonomy to build a cosmic mythology centered on the struggle between the New Gods of New Genesis and the forces of Apokolips. This issue continues the adventures of a group of young New Gods navigating life on Earth, further establishing the thematic contrast between Kirby's high-concept interstellar conflict and the counterculture youth movements of the late 1960s and early 1970s.

Jack Kirby both wrote and illustrated the series, utilizing his signature kinetic style and dense, imaginative world-building to define the visual language of the Fourth World. The series was designed to push the boundaries of the superhero genre, introducing complex archetypes like the Infinity Man and the villainous Desaad. While the series did not achieve the mainstream longevity of Kirby’s earlier collaborations, it was critically received as a visionary work of pure imagination, eventually securing a reputation as a foundational pillar of modern comic book mythology.