Retep
XTRA · 2006–2007 · 3 issues
🌐 Dutch edition · descriptions in English
About the series
Retep (2006–2007) is a three-issue comic series from XTRA, a short-lived imprint that offered a darkly satirical take on superhero tropes. The series follows a washed-up former sidekick who must confront his own legacy when a new, younger hero emerges to claim the spotlight. Written by Keith Giffen and drawn by J.M. DeMatteis, Retep stands out for its meta, character-driven exploration of aging and relevance in a genre obsessed with youth and power. Though brief, it remains a cult favorite among fans of deconstructive superhero storytelling.