The Sacred and the Profane

Dean Motter and Ken Steacy’s The Sacred and the Profane is a single-issue Eclipse Comics one-shot from 1987, a dense, atmospheric exploration of mysticism and urban decay. Known for its intricate, noir-infused artwork by Steacy and Motter’s layered storytelling, it stands as a distinctive artifact of late-80s independent comics. This brief but potent work matters for its ambitious fusion of the esoteric with gritty realism, showcasing the creative partnership of two celebrated talents at the peak of their craft.