Ascender

Jeff Lemire and Dustin Nguyen's acclaimed science fantasy series Descender continues in this standalone sequel, Ascender, published by Splitter Verlag. Set a decade after the events of its predecessor, the story follows a young girl named Mila as she navigates a galaxy where magic has returned and all robots have been outlawed. Originally launched in 2019, this four-issue series reunites the creative team to explore a universe transformed, blending the high-tech legacy of the past with a new, mystical order. It stands as a pivotal chapter in Lemire and Nguyen's shared universe, expanding the emotional and philosophical stakes of its world.