Kurt Busiek's Astro City 3D Special #1
"Welcome to Astro City" kicks off with Ben Pullam, a father adjusting to life in the sprawling metropolis of Astro City, as he grapples with doubts about his family's new start—especially when the city's long-dormant elemental force, Thundercloud, erupts in open conflict with humanity. Written by Kurt Busiek and brought to life with striking detail by artist Brent E. Anderson, inks by Will Blyberg, and vibrant colors by Alex Sinclair and Ray Zone, this issue blends intimate family drama with the grand scale of a city on the edge. The cover, a stunning piece by Alex Ross, captures the moment’s intensity with his signature realism.
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Ben Pullam wonders if he made the right decision moving his daughters to Astro City, especially when the elemental god Thundercloud declares war on humanity.
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