Y: The Last Man #35

Y: The Last Man #35, released in 2005 by Vertigo Comics, is a pivotal installment in the long-running post-apocalyptic series created by writer Brian K. Vaughan and artist Pia Guerra. The series examines a world where a mysterious plague has simultaneously killed every mammal possessing a Y chromosome, with the exception of one man, Yorick Brown, and his pet monkey. This issue occupies a critical space in the narrative, continuing the slow-burn character development that defined the series as a seminal work of mid-2000s speculative fiction.

The visual identity of the series, maintained here by Pia Guerra and colorist José Villarrubia, is noted for its grounded, cinematic approach to a high-concept premise. The creative team aimed to prioritize the emotional weight of the survivors' experiences over pure action, which helped the title earn significant critical acclaim and multiple Eisner Award nominations. By the time this issue was published, the series had established itself as a cornerstone of the Vertigo imprint, praised for its sharp dialogue and its ability to blend political commentary with intimate character drama.