Animal Man #0
"Red Birth" kicks off a new era for Animal Man with a haunting origin story that redefines the legacy of the Animal Totems. Written by Jeff Lemire and illustrated by Steve Pugh, this pivotal issue reveals how the Totems chose Hollywood stuntman Buddy Baker as their next champion, aware that his unborn daughter Jo holds a destiny far greater than he could ever imagine. The cover by Steve Pugh captures the eerie, otherworldly tone of a world where animals are more than beasts—they’re guardians, and their choices ripple through time.
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Years ago, when an African Animal Man is killed by Anton Arcane, the Animal Totems must find a replacement. They choose Hollywood stuntman Buddy Baker as an imperfect substitute, knowing that his yet-unborn daughter is fated to be a great champion when she is older.
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