Redcoat

Set during the American Revolution, Redcoat is a 2024 Image Comics series from writer Geoff Johns and artist Bryan Hitch. The story follows a young British soldier who gains immortality, forcing him to wander through history as an eternal, reluctant mercenary. With its blend of historical epic and supernatural action, the series showcases Hitch's cinematic, large-scale artwork and Johns' knack for reimagining classic characters. It matters as a creator-owned work from two of the industry's most prominent talents, offering a fresh take on the superhero genre grounded in real-world events.