Henchgirl

Kristen Gudsnik writes and illustrates this offbeat Scout Comics series, which follows Mary, a low-level super-villain henchwoman trying to balance a dangerous job, a complicated relationship with her villainous boss, and the mundane frustrations of everyday life. Running for 11 issues from 2015 to 2016, Henchgirl offers a refreshingly human-scale take on the superhero genre, focusing on the overlooked support staff of the criminal underworld. Gudsnik's distinctive, expressive art and sharp comedic voice make this a standout indie title for fans of character-driven, slice-of-life stories with a twist.