Hercules: The Knives of Kush

In this 2009 Radical Comics miniseries, writer Steve Moore and artists Cris Bolson, Leonardo Silva, and Manuel Silva reimagine the legendary demigod Hercules as a hardened mercenary navigating a gritty, ancient world. The story sends him on a perilous mission into the heart of Kush, where political intrigue and supernatural threats collide. This five-issue run stands out for its mature, visceral take on classical myth, blending historical adventure with dark fantasy.