The Boys Vol. 1: The Name of the Game

The first volume of this provocative series introduces a world where superheroes are real—and deeply flawed. When a careless “supe” causes a personal tragedy, ordinary young Scot Hughie Campbell is drawn into a shadowy CIA-backed group led by the ruthless Billy Butcher. Their mission: keep the superpowered elite in check by any means necessary. Blending brutal action, dark humor, and sharp satire, the story dismantles the mythology of heroism to explore power, corruption, celebrity culture, and moral compromise. Written by Garth Ennis, co-creator of *Preacher*, this opening arc sets the tone for a bold, uncompromising take on the superhero genre that will appeal to readers who enjoy mature, subversive comics.