Nullhunter #1
Illustrated by: Gustaffo Vargas
Written by: Michael Walsh
Image Comics
2024
*Spoilers. Some knowledge of Greek mythology and elite BBS status may be needed.
From acclaimed creator MICHAEL WALSH (THE SILVER COIN, UNIVERSAL MONSTERS: FRANKENSTEIN) and with art by rising star GUSTAFFO VARGAS (Marvel’s Voices), NULLHUNTER is a kinetic cyberpunk retelling of the Labors of Hercules. Clay is a war hero who faces unspeakable tragedy after returning home. Seeking justice, he’s forced into service for his estranged father’s powerful company, OLYMP0S. His first mission takes him to faraway N3M-3A on the trail of a hijacked shipment of war lions.
If you’re into cyberpunk or Greek mythology, Nullhunter #1 is something you’ll want to check out. Written by Michael Walsh, who’s brought us The Silver Coin and Universal Monsters: Frankenstein, and illustrated by the talented Gustaffo Vargas, the issue kicks off with a high-energy, gritty style that’s just as ambitious as it sounds.
The plot centers around Clay, a war hero grappling with a devastating loss. His search for justice pulls him into the orbit of OLYMP0S, his estranged father’s mega-corporation. Before long, he’s assigned to hunt down a missing shipment of war lions, which sends him to a distant world called N3M-3A. It’s a classic cyberpunk setup but with that mythological twist: this is a modern Hercules taking on Herculean challenges in a far-flung future.
I found the world-building here super intriguing, although I’ll admit it’s a bit of a dive right in—like being tossed into a deep end with little to no preamble. Fortunately, there’s an interview piece at the back that gives some helpful context for the world. The art shines through with Vargas’s intricate, intense style, perfect for the sci-fi vibes. It really complements the mood, and the colors pull you right into that raw, futuristic landscape.
What really stood out to me was how Nullhunter reinterprets the classic Hercules story and the Greek pantheon, adapting them into something that feels both ancient and modern. I’m excited to see where this series goes, especially if it keeps pushing the envelope on blending mythology with sci-fi.
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