The First

In the wake of a cosmic catastrophe, an ordinary man becomes the unwilling vessel for a mysterious power, setting the stage for a dark and violent superhero saga. Published by Semic S.A. in 2001–2002, this six-issue series is defined by the muscular, kinetic artwork of Bart Sears, whose dynamic style amplifies the story’s gritty, mythic tone. A brief but intense exploration of identity and sacrifice, The First stands as a distinctive European take on the superhero genre, blending visceral action with philosophical weight.