New Crusaders #1
In "Ashes to Ashes: Part 1," the legacy of the Mighty Crusaders takes a dark turn as their utopian town of Red Circle faces a sudden and brutal assault. Years after the heroes supposedly vanquished all evil, Joe Higgins arrives at a celebration marking the town's founding—only to witness the Brain Emperor's devastating attack and the mysterious disappearance of The Shield and the children. Written by Ian Flynn and illustrated by Ben Bates, with inks by Gary Martin, colors by Matt Herms, and letters by John Workman, this first issue sets a tense, emotional tone with a cover by Ben Bates that captures the moment of chaos.
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Years ago, the Mighty Crusaders rid the world of all evil and built a town for themselves called Red Circle. Joe Higgins is invited to a party in celebration of the town's birth, and attends. Just before dinner is served, Brain Emperor attacks the Mighty Crusaders, while the Shield takes the children of the Mighty Crusaders to his house. Meanwhile, all of the other Mighty Crusaders are killed. Being unable to find The Shield, Brain Emperor leaves the town.
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