Introduction Grendel is divided, more so than any other comic book, not by dates of publication but by the dates of its narratives. When Comico went bankrupt, Grendel was on hiatus, having wrapped up a storyline with #40 in early 1990. What was published by Dark Horse as Grendel: War Child was already in production for a planned re-emergence in late 1990. In addition, #40 featured a preview of the Grendel Tales series that was planned at Comico but that became a series of mini-series at Dark Horse. Referring to "the series' inherent nature of re-inventing itself for every storyline," Matt Wagner (in November 2002) added: 'Grendel' started out as an early example of Criminal Chic, back in the '80s when such concepts weren't yet so prevalent (loooong before Tarantino). Eventually, though, it became one of the first attempts at another structure that has since gained favor; a continuing series that was, in fact, a progression of mini-series (again, loooong before 'Legends of the Dark Knight'). What began as an upside-down morality play in time became an epic examination on the nature of aggressive violence. Grendel is both concept and character in these pages and the results are always exciting and unexpected. The following eras are available: Hunter Rose Era ( -2022) The Grendel Cycle Era (2022-2603) Grendel Tales Era (2603-1707) Following these eras is a list of other sites of interest.

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