A reinvention of classic British comics characters from the mind of Alan Moore (The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen).

The Spider, The Steel Claw, Grimly Feendish, Captain Hurricane. Born in the pages of Lion, Valiant, Smash! and Wham!, these are some of the most beloved characters in the history of British comics. But what if they were all real people?

Danny, a keen comics enthusiast, and his new friend, Penny, go in search of the long-missing heroes and villains from the classic comics of the past. But where have they been all these years? And what happens if they find them?

From the mind of the legendary Alan Moore (The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen) with scripts by Leah Moore & John Reppion (Megadeth: Death By Design), and art by Shane Oakley (The Fall of the House of Usher).

Published
August 4, 2026
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Alan Moore

Alan Moore is often described as one of the most visionary and influential writers in the world of graphic novels and comic books. With a career spanning decades, he’s a master at weaving complex narratives that push the boundaries of the medium, exploring everything from the nature of power to the intricacies of human consciousness. His work has inspired not just comic book fans but readers of all literary genres, and his impact on storytelling in the 20th and 21st centuries is undeniable. Born in Northampton, England, in 1953, Moore’s journey into writing began with a fascination for literature, horror, and the countercultural movements of…