Outcast by Kirkman & Azaceta

From 2014 to 2021, Robert Kirkman and Paul Azaceta delivered a slow-burn horror series for Image Comics that explores demonic possession through a deeply human lens. Set in the oppressive small-town atmosphere of Rome, West Virginia, the story follows a man named Kyle Barnes, whose life has been shattered by a seemingly endless cycle of supernatural affliction. Kirkman’s taut, character-driven script and Azaceta’s moody, visceral artwork combine to create a chilling, grounded take on exorcism and faith. Outcast stands as a compelling, 48-issue examination of trauma and redemption, earning its place as a standout in modern horror comics.