OMAC #3

OMAC, standing for One Man Army Corps, was launched by DC Comics in 1974 as a visionary collaboration between artist Jack Kirby and writer Mike Royer. Created during a period of creative transition for Kirby after his departure from Marvel, the series reflected his fascination with high-concept science fiction and the looming specter of near-future technocracy. The narrative follows Buddy Blank, a mild-mannered office worker transformed by an artificial intelligence known as Brother Eye into a superhuman warrior, serving as a bleak commentary on the loss of individual autonomy in a hyper-connected surveillance state.

The artistic direction of issue number three showcases Kirby’s signature dynamic compositions, characterized by his intricate 'Kirby tech' machinery and intense, kinetic action sequences. While the series was cancelled after only eight issues, it gained significant retrospective acclaim from critics and comic historians who recognize it as one of Kirby’s most profound thematic explorations. Collectors prize the title for its bold, experimental visual storytelling, which pushed the boundaries of the medium during a time when standard superhero tropes often dominated the industry.