The Authority Volume 1
- Publisher
- DC Comics
- Year
- 2013
- Colourist
- Laura Depuy
- Contributor
- Paul Neary, Chris Garcia, David Baron, Michael Garcia, Eric Guerrero, Ali Fuchs, Robbie Robbins For Idea + Design Works, Ryan Cline
- Cover artist
- Bryan Hitch
- Letterer
- Bill O'Neil
- Writer
- Warren Ellis
- Characters
- The Authority, Jenny Sparks, Midnighter, Apollo, Jack Hawksmoor
- ISBN
- 9781401247072
About This Comic
In The Authority Volume 1, writer Warren Ellis redefines superhero narratives through a team of formidable, often ruthless protectors of Earth. As former Stormwatch operatives, Jenny Sparks leads this diverse squad, wielding electric power, while Jack Hawksmoor channels the spirits of cities. They confront a god-like alien threat that challenges their ideals and methods of justice. Midnighter and Apollo’s contrasting abilities add tension, showcasing personal struggles and moral dilemmas. The Doctor’s mystical journey intertwines with the team’s mission, revealing a world where heroism is dictated by necessity over morality. The stakes escalate, forcing the Authority to confront not just external enemies, but their own ideals.