Cover: Alex Ross

Astro City #43

Jun 2017 · DC · 3.99 USD

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“My Dad”

In "My Dad," young Tillie grapples with the loss of the man she looked up to, finding solace in the idea of a hero who carried her father’s courage and kindness—The Gentleman. Written by Kurt Busiek and brought to life with heartfelt art by Brent E. Anderson, this poignant story captures a moment of quiet heroism and personal legacy. The cover, a striking portrait by Alex Ross, mirrors the emotional weight of the tale.

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writer Kurt Busiek · artist, inker Brent E. Anderson · colorist Peter Pantazis · letterer John Roshell · letterer Albert Deschesne · letterer Comicraft · cover Alex Ross

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Cast · 11 characters

Benjamin Naparski Daniel Armstrong Lord Saampa Miss Sykes Professor Borzoi The Bouncing Beatnik The Broken Man The Gentleman The Oubor The Young Gentleman Tillie Armstrong

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writer Kurt Busiek

artist, inker Brent E. Anderson

colorist Peter Pantazis

letterer John Roshell

letterer Albert Deschesne

letterer Comicraft

cover pencils, inks Alex Ross

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When the father she admires is killed protecting innocents, young Tillie makes up a hero that embodies everything she feels her father was: The Gentleman.

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