The Creep

Oxel Karnhus is a private detective in 1980s Manhattan, navigating four neo-noir tales. Dale Eaglesham provides the pencil art, and an additional story by Brian O'Connel is included.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 96 pages
Publication date: 12 July 2022
Publisher: Image Comics

1980s New York City is a dangerous place for a private eye like Oxel Karnhus. With a face that looks like it could crack a skull and a heart that's been broken more times than he can count, Karnhus navigates the mean streets of Manhattan in four neo-noir tales that put his courage, his wits, and his ethical core to the test.

But Karnhus is not your average detective. He's a man with a past that's as dark as the city he patrols, and a reputation that's as notorious as the criminals he hunts. He's a man who has seen the worst of humanity and has been forced to confront his own demons on a daily basis.

And yet, Karnhus is also a man with a code of honor that he refuses to break. He's a man who will do whatever it takes to protect the innocent and bring the guilty to justice, even if it means putting himself in danger.

One of Karnhus' most famous cases is the one that brought him to the attention of the world. It was a case that involved a serial killer who was preying on young women in the city's parks. Karnhus was hired by the police to help them catch the killer, and he quickly became the most wanted man in New York.

But Karnhus was not deterred. He spent months tracking down the killer, using his skills and his knowledge of the city to outsmart him at every turn. And in the end, he was able to bring the killer to justice, earning himself the respect of the police and the admiration of the public.

Karnhus is a complex character, a man who is both flawed and heroic. He's a man who has been through hell and back, but who has never lost his sense of right and wrong. And he's a man who is always ready to take on the next challenge, no matter how dangerous it may be.

Dale Eaglesham is a fan favorite artist who provides the fully rendered pencil art for this new edition. The art is faithfully reproduced for the first time, and it adds an extra layer of depth and complexity to the stories. An additional story illustrated by Brian O'Connel is included, and it's another example of Karnhus' bravery and determination.

The dialogue in this collection has been remastered by Eisner nominated writer John Arcudi, and it's as sharp and compelling as ever. Arcudi has done a great job of capturing the essence of the characters and the atmosphere of the 1980s, and it's a pleasure to read the stories again with his new dialogue.

Collects the classic THE CREEP stories from Dark Horse Presents, this collection is a must-have for fans of neo-noir and private eye fiction. Karnhus is a character who will stay with you long after you've finished reading, and his stories are as thrilling and suspenseful as ever.

In conclusion, Oxel Karnhus is a private detective like no other. With the face of a brute and the broken heart of a child, he navigates the mean streets of 1980s Manhattan in four neo-noir tales that test his courage, his wits, and his ethical core. Fan favorite artist Dale Eaglesham provides the fully rendered pencil art, faithfully reproduced for the first time in this new edition. An additional story illustrated by Brian O'Connel is included, and the remastered dialogue by John Arcudi is as sharp and compelling as ever. Collects the classic THE CREEP stories from Dark Horse Presents, this collection is a must-have for fans of neo-noir and private eye fiction. Karnhus is a character who will stay with you long after you've finished reading, and his stories are as thrilling and suspenseful as ever.

Weight: 206g
Dimension: 169 x 258 x 9 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781534322264