The New Gods
DC · 1971–1978 · 19 issues
About the series
Jack Kirby’s cosmic saga for DC, The New Gods (1971–1978), launched the Fourth World epic, pitting the noble denizens of New Genesis—led by Highfather and including Orion, Lightray, and the enigmatic Metron—against the hellish forces of Apokolips. Across 19 issues, Kirby’s visionary art and storytelling defined the series, with later contributions from Gerry Conway, Joe Simon, Don Newton, and Curt Swan. Grounded in mythic grandeur and featuring the Earth-bound Manhunter Dave Lincoln, this series remains a cornerstone of DC’s cosmic mythology, influencing decades of superhero storytelling.