Grendel Tales: Four Devils, One Hell #5

Released in 1994 as part of the Grendel Tales series, this issue serves as the conclusion to the Four Devils, One Hell miniseries. Set within the expansive, dystopian world created by Matt Wagner, the narrative explores the brutal life of mercenaries in a future where the Grendel identity has become a cultural infection. This specific arc was written by Eddie Campbell, whose gritty and psychological approach brought a unique tone to the overarching mythos of the series.

The artwork for this issue was provided by Ted McKeever, whose signature expressionist style—characterized by jagged lines and unsettling, high-contrast shadows—perfectly complemented the nihilistic atmosphere of the story. The series was published by Dark Horse Comics during a period when the company was heavily investing in auteur-driven, experimental genre fiction. It was generally well-received by fans of the dark sci-fi and cyberpunk movements for its departure from traditional superhero tropes and its commitment to the grim, stylized legacy of the Grendel character.