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The Saga of Swamp Thing (1982) - Series

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The Saga of Swamp Thing (1982)

Series

1982 - 1985

Overview Issues Discussion

Description

The Saga of Swamp Thing is a DC Comics series running from 1982 to 1985 that redefined the horror genre in comics. It centers on a plant-based creature grappling with identity and supernatural threats in a dark, atmospheric setting. Known for its literary depth and mature storytelling, this run stands out for its blend of horror, environmental themes, and complex character exploration.

Series Details

Publisher

DC Comics

Type

Regular Series

Status

Completed

Run

1982 - 1985

Issues Count

45

Awards

Squiddy Award - Eighties Awards - Favorite Storyline of Any Series, Kirby Award - Best Continuing Series (1985)

Genre

Superhero, Horror, Fantasy

Format

Standard

Original Language

English

Language

English

Creators

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Alan Moore

Alan Moore

Writer

Anthony Tollin

Anthony Tollin

Colorist, Other

Carl Gafford

Carl Gafford

Colorist, Editor

Gaspar Saladino

Gaspar Saladino

Letterer

Jan Duursema-Mandrake

Jan Duursema-Mandrake

Penciller

John Costanza

John Costanza

Letterer

John Totleben

John Totleben

Artist, Penciller, Inker, Colorist, Cover Artist

Scott Hampton

Scott Hampton

Inker

Tatjana Wood

Tatjana Wood

Colorist

Todd Klein

Todd Klein

Letterer

Tom Mandrake

Tom Mandrake

Inker

Tom Yeates

Tom Yeates

Artist, Penciller, Inker, Cover Artist

Cover of The Saga of Swamp Thing (1982)

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