Epitaphs from the Abyss #1

Jul 2024 · Oni Press · 4.99 USD

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“Killer Spec”

"Killer Spec" kicks off Epitaphs from the Abyss #1 with a chilling homage to EC Comics' legacy, weaving the dark, satirical spirit of classic horror into a modern tale of dread and societal unease. Written by Hunter Gorinson and illustrated with stark, atmospheric precision, the story channels the legacy of Johnny Craig’s iconic work, all under Lee Bermejo’s striking cover art. A 4.99 USD dive into the abyss, this is horror with a pulse and a purpose.

writer J. Holtham · artist, inker Jorge Fornés · colorist Dan Jackson · letterer Richard Starkings · letterer Comicraft's Tyler Smith · cover Lee Bermejo

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Full credits

writer J. Holtham

artist, inker Jorge Fornés

colorist Dan Jackson

letterer Richard Starkings

letterer Comicraft's Tyler Smith

cover pencils, inks Lee Bermejo

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In 1993, Hunter Gorinson discovered the power of comics at the Barbarian Bookstore via a reprinted issue of Vault of Horror. Illustrated by Johnny Craig, these stories blended visceral dread with dark humor in familiar settings. This fascination led him to explore EC Comics' history, revealing its impact on American culture and the Comics Code Authority's censorship in 1955. Reflecting on EC's legacy and its influence on filmmakers, Gorinson introduces "Epitaphs from the Abyss," a project aimed at reviving EC's spirit for modern readers, embracing horror and societal anxieties. Long live EC!

Plot details indexed by the Grand Comics Database (CC BY-SA).