Shade, the Changing Man
DC · 1990–1996 · 70 issues
About the series
In the 1990s, DC's Shade, the Changing Man redefined the surreal superhero with a darkly psychological and punk-infused edge. Written primarily by Peter Milligan with early art by Chris Bachalo, the series followed the alien fugitive Shade and his human partner Kathy George through a landscape of madness, metafiction, and social commentary. Its 70-issue run became a cult touchstone for its experimental storytelling and moody, expressive visuals, marking a key moment in DC's shift toward more mature, offbeat narratives.