Darkchylde: The Descent
Image · 1998 · 1 issue
About the series
In 1998, Image Comics launched Darkchylde: The Descent, a single-issue debut for a supernatural horror series that introduced a world where dark, otherworldly forces clashed with human vulnerability. Written and illustrated by Randy Queen, the issue set the stage for the ongoing saga of a young woman grappling with a terrifying transformation and her connection to a realm of nightmares. This opening chapter established the series' signature blend of visceral artwork and gothic atmosphere, marking the beginning of a cult-favorite franchise that would explore themes of identity and inner demons.