Cody Starbuck

Howard Chaykin’s Cody Starbuck launched in 1978 from the independent StarReach imprint, a single-issue sci-fi romp that showcases the artist-writer’s signature blend of swagger, satire, and sleek, kinetic linework. The series follows its interstellar adventurer through a vividly rendered, cynical future, embodying the creator-driven energy of the late-1970s comics underground. Though brief, it remains a cult touchstone for fans of Chaykin’s bold, design-forward storytelling and his early, unvarnished take on space opera.