Empath

In the near-future world of Empath, a Blackbox Comics series from 2023–2024, a troubled young man discovers his ability to absorb and manipulate the emotions of those around him, a power that makes him both a target and a potential weapon. Over five issues, writer and artist team craft a tense, character-driven thriller that explores the isolating weight of empathy in a fractured society. This concise run stands out for its intimate focus on psychological horror and its refusal to lean on super-heroic tropes, offering a grounded, unsettling take on power and connection.