Tharg

Tharg is best known as the fictional extraterrestrial editor of the British science fiction anthology *2000 AD*. He first appeared on the cover of the debut issue in 1977 and, alongside Judge Dredd, is one of only two characters to appear in nearly every issue of the comic. Tharg is presented as the "Mighty One," a green-skinned alien from the planet Betelgeuse who oversees the comic's stories with a mix of bureaucratic bluster and paternal pride. Though a fictional creation, Tharg is credited as a writer on 19 issues between 1979 and 1986, primarily for *2000 AD* and its spin-off *2000 AD and Starlord*. Stories featuring Tharg were penned by notable writers including Alan Grant, Alan Moore, and John Wagner, often under the pseudonym "TMO" (The Mighty One). His strips typically involve him interacting with the comic's creators or readers, offering a meta-commentary on the industry. Tharg's legacy is as a beloved mascot and editorial persona, embodying the irreverent, sci-fi spirit of *2000 AD*. He has received no major individual awards, but his presence remains a defining element of the comic's identity.