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Jack Kirby’s *The New Gods* presents a sprawling cosmic saga from DC Comics published in 1971. The series established a universe dominated by powerful warrior-gods like Orko and Glorious Star, battling the immense threat of Darkseid. It's notable for its ambitious scale and exploration of ancient civilizations within a science fiction context. This comic is primarily aimed at readers interested in Kirby’s distinctive artwork, expansive mythology, and stories featuring an overarching struggle against overwhelming power.
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The New Gods ranks #12 of 106 in the Comic ranking, behind Pogo, ahead of Detective Comics.
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Who created the New Gods comic series?
The New Gods is a DC Comics superhero series created by the legendary comic book artist and writer Jack Kirby. He launched the title in 1971 as part of his expansive, creator-driven "Fourth World" saga.
Who is the main villain in the New Gods comics?
The primary villain of the New Gods mythology is Darkseid, a tyrannical ruler of the hellish planet Apokolips. Darkseid is obsessed with finding the Anti-Life Equation to strip all free will from the universe.
What are the Fourth World titles in DC Comics?
The Fourth World saga is a metaseries created by Jack Kirby in the early 1970s that includes The New Gods, Forever People, Mister Miracle, and Superman's Pal Jimmy Olsen. Together, these titles tell an epic cosmic story of dual planets, New Genesis and Apokolips.
Who is the main superhero protagonist of The New Gods?
The main protagonist of The New Gods is Orion, the biological son of Darkseid who was raised on the peaceful planet of New Genesis. Orion struggles against his violent inherited nature to defend New Genesis from his father's armies.
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