Secret History of the Authority: Hawksmoor

In this 2009 one-shot from DC, writer Mike Costa and artist Fiona Staples explore the enigmatic backstory of Hawksmoor, a core member of The Authority. The issue peels back layers of his origin, revealing the dark, urban mysticism that defines his connection to cities. It's a focused, character-driven glimpse into the strange forces that shaped one of the team's most distinctive heroes.