Heartbreak, horror, and heroism collide in Animal Man #20 – Vol. 2 – 2013, a deeply emotional and visually arresting chapter in one of the most acclaimed New 52 runs. Written by Jeff Lemire with evocative artwork by John Paul Leon, this issue delivers a poignant breather after the chaos of “Rotworld”—but it’s no less powerful or essential.

Following the devastating loss of his son, Buddy Baker finds himself grappling with guilt, grief, and the heavy cost of being connected to the Red—the elemental force of animal life. In issue #20, the spotlight shifts to Buddy’s fractured psyche and fractured family, showing a side of superhero storytelling that’s rarely explored with such depth and sincerity.

John Paul Leon’s art infuses the issue with a grounded, cinematic mood—shadowed, emotive, and perfectly in sync with Lemire’s soul-searching script. The result is a powerful standalone story that examines mortality, fatherhood, and identity without ever slipping into sentimentality. It’s storytelling at its rawest, making this issue a key emotional milestone in Animal Man’s journey.

For readers who appreciate character-driven narratives and supernatural realism, Animal Man #20 stands out as a perfect entry point or reflective pause within the broader mythos. It’s an excellent collector’s piece for fans of the New 52 era, Vertigo-style depth, and Jeff Lemire’s unique blend of humanity and horror.

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