Brian Azzarello is a celebrated comic book writer known for his gritty, noir-influenced storytelling. He gained widespread acclaim for 100 Bullets , a long-running Vertigo series created with artist Eduardo Risso, which won both Harvey and Eisner Awards. Azzarello has also written for major titles such as Batman: Broken City , Joker , and Wonder Woman , bringing a darker, more psychological edge to iconic characters. Greg Rucka is a novelist and comic book writer renowned for his work in both crime fiction and superhero genres. He has written extensively for DC Comics, including acclaimed runs on Detective Comics , Wonder Woman , and Gotham Central . Rucka is also the creator of Queen & Country and Lazarus , showcasing his talent for complex characters and political intrigue. Bill Willingham is best known as the creator of Fables , the award-winning Vertigo series that reimagines fairy tale characters in modern settings. His storytelling blends fantasy, mystery, and political drama, earning him multiple Eisner Awards.

Willingham has also contributed to titles like Shadowpact , Robin , and House of Mystery. Garth Ennis is an Irish writer famous for his provocative and often controversial storytelling. He rose to prominence with Preacher, a darkly humorous and violent series that became a cult classic. Ennis is also known for his work on The Boys, Hellblazer, and Punisher MAX, often exploring themes of morality, religion, and war with unflinching honesty. Doug Mahnke is a veteran American comic book artist renowned for his dynamic and detailed penciling style. He first gained recognition for his work on The Mask with Dark Horse Comics, and later became a prominent figure at DC Comics. Mahnke has illustrated major titles including Batman , JLA , Final Crisis , and Green Lantern , where his collaboration with writer Geoff Johns during the Blackest Night storyline was especially acclaimed. His art is known for its expressive characters and cinematic action sequences.