Enigma: The Definitive Edition
Enigma: The Definitive Edition by Peter Milligan, published by Dark Horse Comics on November 16, 2021, is a 264-page exploration of self-discovery and sexual identity set against a backdrop of outrageous superheroes and villains. The narrative follows Michael Smith, who leads a mundane life until the characters from his favorite childhood comic book, Enigma, seemingly come to life. This unexpected turn leads him on an obsessive quest to uncover the secrets behind their existence, intertwining his journey with the comic’s creator and a cast of bizarre characters.
Readers will find a visceral tale that delves into themes of identity and obsession, featuring a range of eccentric figures including a psychopath and a brain-eating serial killer. The edition includes nearly 50 pages of extras, such as development art and behind-the-scenes notes, enriching the reading experience. Enigma touches on subjects like superheroes, LGBTQ themes, and fantasy, making it a multifaceted addition to the comics and graphic novels genre.
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Enigma is a visceral, post-modern tale of self-discovery and sexual identity told against the backdrop of outrageous superheroes and villains.
Michael Smith lives a meaningless life of routine and boredom. But when the weird characters from Enigma – his favorite childhood comic book hero – seem to come to life, Michael embarks upon an increasingly obsessive crusade to uncover the incredible secret behind their improbable existence. Teaming up with Enigma‘s comic creator, Smith encounters an insanity-inducing psychopath, a brain-eating serial killer, a suicide-inciting Truthsayer and a teleporting model “who really sends you” as his quest uncovers shock-ing truths about his idol… and ultimately himself.
With a brand-new cover by Duncan Fegredo and a treasure trove of nearly 50 pages of extras including development art, color sketches, and behind the scenes notes into the making of this celebrated, groundbreaking story.
“Beautiful. Literary. Decades ahead of its time. This is the greatest adult superhero comic of the nineties. At least.”
— Kieron Gillen The Wicked and the Divine
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