The Demon #36

Published by DC Comics in 1995, The Demon #36 serves as part of the long-running series featuring Etrigan the Demon, a character originally created by Jack Kirby in 1972. This specific issue falls into a period where the series experimented with darker, more supernatural tones, often leaning into the gothic aesthetic that defined much of the mid-nineties comic book landscape. The narrative continues the exploration of Etrigan's complex relationship with his human host, Jason Blood, set against a backdrop of occult intrigue.

The creative direction for this era of the series emphasized a gritty, intense visual style intended to differentiate the title from mainstream superhero tropes. As part of an ongoing monthly publication, issue 36 was crafted to satisfy established fans of the horror-fantasy genre while maintaining the continuity of the DC Universe. It remains a representative example of how established legacy characters were adapted to suit the stylistic sensibilities of the nineties, characterized by intricate line work and a focus on the demon's enduring internal conflict.