Bill August

Few characters can claim they were there at the very beginning of Erik Larsen's universe — but Bill August debuted in Graphic Fantasy #1 in 1982, a Bronze Age origin point that predates Image Comics itself and makes him a genuine piece of comics history. With appearances stretching across an impressive four-plus decades into 2024, he's woven into the fabric of the Savage Dragon world, turning up across Graphic Fantasy, The Dragon Archives, and Savage Dragon itself — the series that became one of Image's cornerstone titles. He shares the page with heavy hitters like Dragon, SuperPatriot, and Mighty Man, placing him squarely in some of the most action-packed corners of that universe. Three of his appearances carry key-issue status, making him a rewarding name for collectors who love digging into the deeper lore of one of indie comics' most enduring creator-owned sagas.