Dark Reign: The Hood

The late 2000s Marvel event Dark Reign brought Norman Osborn to power, and this one-shot from writer Jeff Parker and artist Kyle Hotz focused on one of his most dangerous lieutenants: The Hood. Parker explores the supernatural crime lord’s pragmatic ambition as he navigates the new underworld order, with Hotz’s grotesque, shadowy art perfectly capturing the character’s eerie mystique. A tight, atmospheric character piece that underscores why The Hood became a key player during this era.