Lucifer #27

In "Purgatorio Part 3 of 3," Lucifer faces escalating stakes as Elaine’s death is confirmed and her parents are notified, setting a somber tone for the unfolding crisis. With Susano-O-No–Mikoto retrieving the enchanted feathers from Lucifer’s wings, the balance of power shifts as the Basanos close in—only for Meleos to hold them back long enough for the Lilim to intervene. Mike Carey’s writing, brought to vivid life by Peter Gross’s art and Ryan Kelly’s inks, drives the tension forward as Lucifer’s next move becomes clear, leaving the Basanos to confront a chilling choice. The cover by Christopher Moeller captures the weight of the moment with striking precision.