Heru, Son of Ausar

Roger Barnes’s Heru, Son of Ausar, launched in 1993 by Afrocentric Comic Books, reimagines Egyptian mythology through an Afrocentric lens, following the divine son of Ausar (Osiris) on a quest for justice and identity. Written and drawn entirely by Barnes, this single-issue series stands as a bold, creator-driven statement that blends ancient lore with modern comic storytelling. Though brief, it remains a notable artifact of independent Black comics, showcasing Barnes’s singular vision and the publisher’s commitment to culturally rooted narratives.