Mass Effect: Evolution

Set in the years before Commander Shepard's first mission, Mass Effect: Evolution (2011, Dark Horse) explores the origins of the Illusive Man and the early days of the Cerberus organization. Written by John Jackson Miller and Mac Walters, with art by Manuel Silva and Omar Francia, this four-issue series expands the lore of the beloved video game universe by delving into the First Contact War and the human political struggles that followed. It's an essential prequel for fans seeking the backstory of one of the galaxy's most enigmatic figures.