Critical Comics Inc.

The publisher

Critical stories about people facing critical choices in a world experiencing critical times.

Enter the Crisis Universe →

Named for Life’s Critical Moments, a book written by the founder’s father, Dr. E.B Thompson Sr.

• 01The publisher

  Critical Comics Inc. is an independent comic book publisher dedicated to telling compelling stories within its shared fictional setting, the Crisis Universe.

• 02The name

  The company’s name draws from Life’s Critical Moments, a book written by the founder’s father, Dr. E.B Thompson Sr. That influence became the core philosophy of the brand: telling critical stories about people facing critical choices in a world experiencing critical times.

• 03The world

  Within the Crisis Universe, society exists in a perpetual state of crisis. It is a backdrop where heroes, villains and everyday people alike are continually challenged by extraordinary circumstances.

• 04The stories

  At its heart, Critical Comics creates character-driven narratives that highlight diverse perspectives, particularly those of people of color, while exploring universal themes of courage, sacrifice, identity and hope.

• 05The intent

  Above all, Critical Comics is a love letter to the superhero genre, celebrating the timeless appeal of heroes while offering fresh stories and perspectives for a new generation of readers.