What is the first Hellblazer comic?
Swamp Thing
Hellblazer, also known as John Constantine, Hellblazer, is an American comic book series starring John Constantine. The character, created by Alan Moore, Stephen R. Bissette, and John Totleben first appeared in Swamp Thing (vol.
When did the first Hellblazer comic come out?
January 1988
Cover of Hellblazer #1, by Dave McKean. John Constantine, Hellblazer is an American contemporary horror comic-book series published by DC Comics since January 1988, and subsequently by its Vertigo imprint since March 1993, when the imprint was introduced.
How many Hellblazer comics are there?
John Constantine Graphic Novel Series Book Series (11 Books) The very first Hellblazer collection Original Sins is available in a new edition that includes John Constantine’s appearances in Swamp Thing.
Who is the real John Constantine?
John Constantine (b. May 10, 1953) is the protagonist of the comic book series Hellblazer and first appeared in Swamp Thing issue 37 in June 1985. He is a twink, con-artist, magician and anti-hero. He was created by Alan Moore, Steve Bissette and John Totleben.
Do I need to read anything before Sandman?
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of The Sandman and Vertigo’s 25th anniversary, a new Sandman Universe was created under the supervision of Neil Gaiman. The idea is to expand The Sandman’s part of the DC Universe. It’s a new beginning, but it is recommended to read the original Sandman series before.
Why is Constantine so powerful?
This tainted blood may have cursed him but it also gives him some powerful abilities. Constantine cannot be turned into a vampire. He is also immune to most forms of angelic magic. The demonic blood also gives him a powerful healing factor.
Which Sandman should I read first?
Uh… so where should I start? Well, if you’re ready to go all in on The Sandman, go ahead and buy the first Omnibus. But if you’re still on the fence, and just want to dip your toe into the Sandman universe, go with Preludes and Nocturnes.
What should I read after Sandman?
10 Comics To Read If You Loved The Sandman
- 4 Promethea by Alan Moore.
- 5 Alice in Sunderland by Bryan Talbot.
- 6 Facts In The Case Of The Departure Of Miss Finch by Neil Gaiman.
- 7 Unwritten By Mike Carey and Peter Gross.
- 8 Fables by Bill Willingham.
- 9 Lucifer by Mike Carey.
- 10 Death: The High Cost of Living by Neil Gaiman.
Why was vertigo discontinued?
After months of speculation, in June 2019 DC announced that Vertigo would be discontinued as part of a plan to publish all the company’s comics under a single banner, with DC Black Label taking its place as DC’s mature readers’ imprint.
Where can I find the first issue of Hellblazer?
All three issues from the main series are available in other collections: #1 in vol. 1, Original Sins, #41 in vol. 5, Dangerous Habits, and #27 in Neil Gaiman’s Midnight Days, a collection of Gaiman-penned stories ( ISBN 140120340X ), and Hellblazer vol. 4, The Family Man.
When did John Constantine Hellblazer first come out?
John Constantine, Hellblazer is an American contemporary horror comic book series published by DC Comics, and subsequently by its Vertigo imprint since March 1993 when the imprint was introduced.
Who is the artist of the Hellblazer comic?
John Ridgway is a British comics artist whose work is immediately distinctive for its unusual realism coupled with a delicate, sketchy pencil line. Ridgway has been responsible for creating the look for a number of series, including Hellblazer, and has worked on iconic characters including Doctor Who and the Incredible Hulk.
When did the Hellblazer original sins come out?
* In a nutshell, Hellblazer: Original Sins is a fantastic introduction to John Constantine as a character and the world and monsters–real, imagined and personal–that he must face. I was in love with John Constantine. This is a re-read for me. I originally read the graphic novels around 1990/91.