Brilliant Boy

A short-lived but inventive 8-issue series from Circus Comics, Brilliant Boy (1997–1998) was a quirky, character-driven superhero title most closely associated with the writing of David Dang and Tim Dang. Its premise centered on a young hero whose powers were tied to intellectual brilliance rather than physical might, offering a thoughtful counterpoint to the era's more bombastic comics. Though brief, the series stands out for its clever, dialogue-heavy scripting and a distinctive take on the "kid genius" archetype.