John

Paul Pope's early 2000s DC work was never quite like anything else in comics, and John — a quiet presence woven through the pages of 100% — is a prime example of why that series still resonates with readers who prize literary, art-forward storytelling. Debuting in 2002 alongside a richly drawn ensemble that includes Daisy, Kim, Haitous, Strel, and Benjamin, John inhabits a Modern Age work that feels more like a graphic novel of ideas than a conventional superhero book. 100% is a collector's gem, and John is part of what makes its five-issue world feel so lived-in and human.