First Wave

In 2011, DC Comics launched First Wave, a six-issue miniseries by writer Brian Azzarello and artist Rags Morales. The series reimagines classic pulp heroes—such as Doc Savage, The Spirit, and The Avenger—within a shared, gritty 1930s-era universe, blending noir adventure with superhero tropes. Though short-lived, it stands as a bold, creator-driven experiment in cross-company pastiche, showcasing Morales' dynamic storytelling and Azzarello's hard-boiled dialogue.