The MatriXXX

Tony Libido’s The MatriXXX, a three-issue series from Fantagraphics (2003–2004), is a singular, creator-driven vision of a dystopian future where a mysterious digital realm called the MatriXXX blurs the line between reality and simulation. Libido both writes and illustrates this compact, visually striking exploration of identity and control, making it a distinctive artifact of early-2000s alternative comics. Though brief, the series stands as a bold, self-contained statement from a creator fully in command of their craft.