Cerebus: High Society #23

Jan 1991 · Aardvark-Vanaheim · 2.00 USD; 2.25 CAD; 1.10 GBP

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In "Cerebus' Six Crises: Crisis No. Four Upstairs," Dave Sim delivers a raw, character-driven turning point as Cerebus faces mounting pressure from both war and rebellion. With Palnu’s army stranded and his last gambit failed, he resorts to desperate measures—threatening citizens with frontline duty unless they pay up—only to be shattered by Jaka’s confession of love and her plea for him to flee. The emotional weight of the moment lands hard, leaving Cerebus isolated and broken, retreating to his office as the city’s collapse looms. Dave Sim’s writing and art—both on the interior and cover—capture the tension and despair with unflinching honesty.

Contains 2 stories

Cerebus' Six Crises: Crisis No. Four Upstairs

20 pp · Anthropomorphic-Funny Animals, Satire-Parody, Sword And Sorcery

In "Cerebus' Six Crises: Crisis No. Four Upstairs," Cerebus faces mounting chaos as Palnu's army crumbles under failed campaigns and dwindling support. With no allies left and desperation mounting, he turns to coercing citizens into funding the war—only to be shattered by Jaka’s sudden confession of love, which he meets with a harsh reaction. Left alone in his office, the weight of command and emotion presses down as the city teeters on the edge.

Untitled story

2 pp