Aria (1999) — Image Comics
A modern dark-fantasy series mixing faerie mythology, gothic atmosphere, and breathtaking painted artwork by Jay Anacleto.
Overview
Aria (1999) is a fantasy series from Image Comics, created by writer Brian Holguin and co-creator Brian Haberlin, with exquisite, highly detailed art by Jay Anacleto. The story centers on Kildare, an immortal faerie living among mortals in modern-day New York, maintaining a nightlife of art, culture, magic, and danger.
When faeries begin turning up murdered in England — and strange monsters stalk the streets of New York — Kildare and her companions are pulled into a mystery that threatens both the mortal world and the hidden realms of Faerie.
Series Summary
As ancient forces awaken and old enemies return, Kildare must confront her past and the secrets of her immortal heritage. Joined by allies like Pug, Roland, and Magnus Magus, she travels from New York nightclubs to the shores of Faerie itself, uncovering a deadly plot that targets her kind.
Each issue blends urban fantasy, folklore, and atmospheric storytelling, with multiple variant covers — including Michael Turner variants, Limited Editions, Gold Prism editions, glow-in-the-dark variants, and signed Wizard exclusives.
Highlights
- Stunning painted artwork by Jay Anacleto
- Urban fantasy with faeries, magic, and dark mythological elements
- Multiple high-demand variants (Turner covers, Gold editions, Glow covers)
- Kildare becomes one of Image’s most iconic fantasy characters
- Blends gothic fashion, folklore, and modern storytelling
Creators Holguin · Haberlin · Anacleto Format Image Comics · Debuted 1999
