Rising Stars

In 1999, J. Michael Straczynski and Tom Groot brought Rising Stars to Juniorpress, a four-issue series that explores the aftermath of a mysterious event granting extraordinary abilities to a group of individuals. With artwork by Christian Zanier and Ken Lashley, the story examines how these powers shape—and often complicate—the lives of its characters. A thoughtful take on superhuman potential, the series stands out for its grounded, character-driven approach within the late-90s comic landscape.