Prophet Vol. 3, titled Empire, continues the ambitious sci-fi saga created by Brandon Graham with art primarily by Simon Roy and Giannis Milonogiannis. This volume shifts focus back to the Earth Empire and its growing army of Prophets, weaving together narrative threads from earlier installments into an escalating conflict.
The Earth Empire is rebuilt and tightening its grip on Earthspace. Old Man Prophet and his team face a new and menacing threat, seeking aid from long-time allies. In parallel, New Father John—leader among the Prophets—guides his own group, including John Ka, a female clone “brother” navigating her own struggles in a hostile world. Themes of loyalty, identity, and control emerge, especially through the psychic influence of the Brain Mothers over young Prophets.
The artistic style varies by character: Giannis Milonogiannis delivers atmospheric visuals for Old Man Prophet’s storyline, while Simon Roy’s approach adds distinct energy to other Prophet arcs. This variety enhances the narrative’s shifting perspectives, blending gripping battles, surreal worldbuilding, and moments of humor.
Empire builds toward a pivotal clash between New Father John and Old Man Prophet, setting the stage for larger confrontations in future volumes. Praised for its mature, European-style science fiction and balance of sweeping scope with intimate character work, this entry solidifies the revitalized Prophet as a standout in modern speculative comics.
