The Best Comic Books About Mythology

Comic books were a big part of our childhood. These books not only entertain us but also make us believe in the stories they tell. Comics take us to the fantasy world. In addition, during our childhood, famous comic book characters from DC and Marvel appeared in our dreams. 

Most children aspire to be Iron Man or Captain America at some point in time. On the other hand, mythology-based comic books teach children about history, mythology, and its many facets. Let’s go over some of the best mythology comic books that will both entertain and educate you.

American Born Chinese 
Gene Luen Yang’s Chinese-American comics are adapted from the legendary folktales of Monkey King or Sun Wukong. Thus comics deal with Jin Wang’s struggle to fit in at his new school after moving from San Francisco to Chinatown. 

Also, It received numerous awards, including the Michael L. Printz Award, the San Francisco Chronicle Best Comic Award, and many others. This book will remind you not to change for the sake of others as you are best in your way. 

The Goddamned
The Goddamned, written by Jason Aaron and R.M. Guéra has a storyline about life after the first apocalypse on Earth. It tells the story of Cain, the infamous killer who lived for nearly 1600 years before dying. But, because he is cursed, no one can help him. 

Prehistoric monsters and stone-age marauders roamed the land as the first apocalypse arrived. The story is about how Marked Murder overcame it. The Goddamned told us to bravely face every challenge in life.

God is dead
Avatar Press released Mike Costa and Jonathan Hickman’s comic book “God is Dead.” This cartoon depicts ancient gods and goddesses from various mythology arriving on Earth to claim their rightful place. Its plot revolves around a man named Zeus (the ancient Greek god of thunder) who comes to Vatican City in 2015 and declares the Earth to be his realm. 

​God’s Second Coming is what it’s termed. Several other Gods follow suit afterward.
Until 2013, it was a six-issue limited series. However, due to its intriguing tale and many mythologies, a new version of the story arc, titled God is Dead: The Book of Acts, was produced in 2014. Its 48th issue was published in the year 2016.

Thor: The God Of Thunder 
Thor is a hammer-wielding god in German mythology related to lightning, thunder, storm, and power. Thor is a Marvel comic book that has several volumes as well as video games and movies.

Thor appears in three different timelines in the comic, fighting against the relentless Butcher: a Thor from the 1800s, a Thor from the present, and an old Thor from the future. Its unpredictable plot and intriguing artwork earn it a special place in the reader’s hearts.

Greek Street
Greek Street by Peter Milligan is a popular comic book in the United States. Ancient Greek legends are in a modern London context in this comic. The series, however, was later canceled.  

Eddie, the protagonist, begins the story by sailing through increasingly dangerous landscapes. When Eddie became involved in the conspiracy that Detective Dedalus was investigating, the Fureys made their presence known. If you enjoy crime dramas or any drama, Greek Street Issue 16 might be for you.

Finally, this article discusses the best mythology comic books. These comic books will both entertain and educate you on the mythology of various religions and locations. Mythology comics are well-known for their fantastic and fictitious storylines. They will transport you to a fantastical world and make your fairytale a reality.