Astro City

Astro City, launched in 1997 by Semic S.A., is a long-running, character-driven superhero series that reimagines the entire genre through the eyes of its everyday citizens and heroes alike. Written primarily by Kurt Busiek with art by Brent Anderson, the series builds a sprawling, interconnected world where each story explores the humanity behind the masks. Its enduring appeal lies in its thoughtful, grounded approach to superhero tropes, making it a landmark for mature, literary takes on the medium.