Tim Corrigan's Superhero Comics #5
In "Tyran," a lone figure faces exile on the primitive world of Fantasm after being sentenced without trial for murder—though the truth of his crime is far from clear. Written and illustrated by Tim Corrigan, this 1975 issue unfolds with tense drama as a desperate escape attempt and a haunting flashback reveal the moment Tyran’s life changed forever. The story, told with raw, personal artistry, explores justice, political violence, and the weight of unintended consequences—all under Corrigan’s distinctive cover by himself.
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Tyran sits in jail expecting to be beamed to the primitive planet Fantasm for the crime of murder even though he has had no trial. Tyran attempts to escape when his jailer comes to escort him to an audience with the president, but he is quickly recaptured. The president sentences Tyran to exile as expected. In a flashback, Tyran attends a peaceful political speech by an opposition leader. Unknown to the attendees, the president has sent agents to violently break up the gathering. After Tyran accidentally kills one of the agents while defending others from the attack, he is taken to jail.
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