The New Gods #8
dc • 1972
- Series
- The New Gods
- Issue
- 8
- Publisher
- DC Comics
- Cover date
- May 1, 1972
- Story title
- The Death Wish of Terrible Turpin!
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The New Gods #8, published by DC Comics in 1972, serves as a pivotal installment in Jack Kirby’s Fourth World saga. Kirby, having left Marvel Comics to pursue his own expansive cosmic mythology at DC, envisioned this series as a modern epic exploring the struggle between the forces of New Genesis and Apokolips. This issue specifically features the conclusion of the 'The Pact' storyline, a narrative cornerstone that provides the necessary historical context for the ongoing war between Darkseid and Highfather.
The design of this issue is quintessential Kirby, characterized by his signature dynamic layouts, intricate machinery, and monumental figures. Known for his ability to blend mythological archetypes with science fiction, Kirby served as both writer and penciller, bringing a sense of immense scale to the printed page. While the Fourth World series was not a massive commercial success upon its initial release, it was eventually recognized by critics and fans alike as a monumental achievement in comic book history, cementing Kirby's status as a foundational architect of the medium.
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