Ka-Zar by Mark Waid & Andy Kubert

In this two-issue Marvel miniseries from 2010–2012, writer Mark Waid and artist Andy Kubert reimagine the savage land’s lord, Ka-Zar—Kevin Plunder—for a modern audience. The story strips away the familiar jungle trappings to explore the man beneath the myth, pairing Waid’s sharp character work with Kubert’s dynamic, visceral art. A concise, character-driven take that distills the essence of Ka-Zar into a tight, impactful narrative.