Image Firsts: Saga

This 2012 Image Comics debut issue served as a low-cost entry point into Brian K. Vaughan and Fiona Staples' acclaimed space opera, collecting the first chapter of their epic, ongoing saga of star-crossed lovers from warring worlds. As a sampler, it introduced readers to the series' signature blend of sci-fi spectacle, intimate family drama, and unflinching emotional stakes. Its impact lies in how it helped launch one of the most celebrated creator-owned series of the 2010s, demonstrating the power of a single accessible issue to build a passionate readership.