Greed and corruption don't just lurk; they absolutely *thrive* in the inky abyss between stars! The sprawling, seemingly endless territories of the Galactic Federation, stretched thin across the cosmos, are ripe for exploitation. Here, ruthless pirates and cutthroat hijackers aren't just raiding; they're *pummeling* distant colonies with a shocking, cruel disregard for the brilliant, innocent scientists who call them home.
But fear not, for a beacon of hope pierces the cosmic gloom! There is a cosmic vigilante, a lone wolf of justice who doesn't just mete out retribution; he *unleashes* vengeance across the galaxy, a protector of the defenseless!
Whispers abound about his true identity. Some swear he's a disillusioned policeman, a lawman who cast aside the chains of bureaucracy to forge his own brand of justice. Others believe he's a phantom, the sole, haunting survivor of a planet consumed by war. And those unfortunate souls who have felt the searing heat of his wrath? They claim he's far more than a man; he's a primordial force of nature, capable of bending the very elements of Creation to utterly decimate his foes!
They call him the SPACE GHOST – and his pulse-pounding adventures, promising unparalleled thrills and heroic deeds, begin right here, right now!
Brace yourselves as award-winning writer DAVID PEPOSE (the mastermind behind *Punisher*) and superstar artist JONATHAN LAU (the artistic genius of *Vampirella Strikes*) ignite this action-packed series! Their explosive collaboration kicks off with a devastating surprise attack on Space Colony Omicron, a vital hub of scientific endeavor. This is the cherished home of the brilliant Dr. Jerrod Keplar, his bright young children, Jan and Jace, and their incredibly clever pet monkey, Blip. With the colony's defenses catastrophically overwhelmed, all hope seems lost – but these merciless pirates made one fatal miscalculation. They utterly failed to account for the unpredictable, unstoppable wild card that is Space Ghost! Get ready for a high-octane rescue mission where the stakes are astronomical!
And as if the thrilling narrative wasn't enough, this debut issue is a collector's dream! It also includes breathtaking variant covers from some of the finest artists in the known universe – including the masterful FRANCESCO MATTINA, the iconic JAE LEE & JUNE CHUNG, the dynamic BJORN BARENDS, and the incomparable MICHAEL CHO! Each cover is a work of art, enhancing the overall value and appeal of this incredible Space Ghost series launch!