Redcoat #20 — Geoff Johns and Bryan Hitch End an Immortal War in Blood
Simon Pure’s bloody conclusion to the “1909” arc arrives this week. Geoff Johns and Bryan Hitch bring the immortal clash with Benedict Arnold to its visceral finish. This is the issue you’ve been waiting for.
There are few creative pairings in comics that demand immediate attention the moment the cover hits the shelf, but Bryan Hitch and Geoff Johns is one of them. When those two names are attached to a title, you know the stakes are high and the art is going to be monumental. Redcoat #20 is here, marking the end of the “1909” storyline, and it represents the kind of blockbuster comic event that reminds you why we fall in love with the medium in the first place.
The premise has been building toward this moment for months. We are following Simon Pure, a figure caught in the crossfire of history, now locked in a visceral, personal war against Benedict Arnold. This isn't just a historical fiction piece; it’s a clash of immortals where the rules of mortality are being tested. The conflict is deeply personal for Simon, a story he has kept quiet about, and now that silence is breaking apart in the most dramatic way possible.
What makes this issue a must-pickup is the sheer scale of the creative team behind it. Hitch’s art has defined a generation of superhero comics, and his work here is nothing short of spectacular. With color work from Andrew Currie and additional support from Brad Anderson, the visual storytelling is lush, dynamic, and incredibly detailed. The wraparound cover itself is a piece of art that promises a grand, sweeping finale. You can feel the weight of the final battle in every panel.
If you’ve been following the journey, this is the payoff you’ve been anticipating. The tension between history and myth has been woven carefully, and Johns delivers a narrative that feels both epic and intimate. This is the issue where the secrets come out and the battles are settled. It’s a thrilling read that respects the history while pushing the fantasy elements to their limit.
The wraparound cover by Hitch and Anderson is going to look stunning on the shelf and even better framed on your wall. These editions move quickly, so if you want to experience the full scope of this story with the best possible presentation, I’d recommend grabbing this one before it disappears. It’s the perfect capstone to an incredible run.