The First Kingdom

Jack Katz’s The First Kingdom is a sprawling, self-contained epic that began in 1978 with Pocket Books, blending science fiction and fantasy to chronicle the rise and fall of civilizations across millennia. Written and drawn entirely by Katz, this ambitious series stands as a singular, visionary work of world-building, often cited as a landmark in independent comics for its sheer scope and personal authorship. Though its initial run comprised only a single issue, its influence endures as a testament to one creator’s unflinching commitment to a grand, mythic narrative.