Mister Miracle #7

Mister Miracle issue 7 was published by DC Comics in 1972 as part of Jack Kirby’s ambitious Fourth World saga. This series served as a cornerstone of Kirby's move to DC, introducing Scott Free, an escape artist who had escaped the hellish planet Apokolips. The narrative was deeply personal for Kirby, reflecting his own experiences and his desire to explore themes of freedom, authoritarianism, and the struggle between good and evil through the lens of cosmic mythology.

The design and illustration were handled entirely by Jack Kirby, with Mike Royer providing the definitive inks that helped solidify the sharp, kinetic aesthetic of the series. Kirby utilized high-contrast panels and complex page layouts to emphasize the frantic nature of Scott Free’s escapes. Upon its release, the series was noted for its departure from standard superhero tropes, offering a blend of psychedelic sci-fi and human drama that critics often cite as a quintessential example of Kirby’s unrestrained creative vision.