Y: The Last Man #8

Released in 2003 as part of the acclaimed Vertigo series written by Brian K. Vaughan, Y: The Last Man #8 concludes the 'One Small Step' story arc. The series explores a post-apocalyptic world where every mammal with a Y chromosome suddenly dies, except for an amateur escape artist named Yorick Brown and his pet monkey. This specific issue serves as a pivotal character moment, focusing on the discovery of Yorick's survival and the immediate geopolitical fallout following the global extinction event.

The visual identity of the series was defined by artist Pia Guerra, whose clean, grounded aesthetic helped anchor the high-concept premise in a realistic, gritty atmosphere. The covers were famously crafted by J.G. Jones, whose minimalist, iconic imagery became a hallmark of the title. Upon its release, the series was widely lauded for its balanced exploration of sociological themes and suspense, earning multiple Eisner Award nominations and solidifying its reputation as a modern staple of adult-oriented comic literature.