War Story: Archangel

In 2003, DC published Garth Ennis and Gary Erskine’s War Story: Archangel, a single-issue comic that stands as a taut, character-driven tale within Ennis’s acclaimed War Story series. Set against the brutal backdrop of World War II, it focuses on the grim reality of aerial combat and the psychological cost of duty. This issue exemplifies Ennis’s signature blend of gritty realism and dark humor, with Erskine’s detailed, visceral artwork grounding the story in the era’s harrowing atmosphere. A sharp, standalone entry, it’s a compelling snapshot of the war genre from two creators at the height of their collaborative powers.