WildC.A.T.s (Covert Action Teams) is a superhero comic book series created by artist Jim Lee and writer Brandon Choi, first published by Image Comics in 1992 as one of the launch titles of the independent publisher founded by Lee and other top artists from Marvel Comics. The series introduced a team of alien-descended warriors battling ancient enemies on Earth, blending high-stakes action, advanced technology, and interstellar lore. Key characters include Spartan, a noble android leader; Zealot, an immortal warrior; and Warblade, a shape-shifting fighter, all united under billionaire Jacob Marlowe against the sinister Daemonites and other cosmic threats.
Set in a universe of ancient Kherubim-Daemonite wars that spilled onto Earth millennia ago, the comic explores themes of hidden histories, genetic legacies, and heroic sacrifice. Its dynamic artwork by Lee, known for intricate designs and explosive action sequences, helped propel Image Comics to immediate success, challenging the dominance of Marvel and DC. WildC.A.T.s became a cornerstone of the 1990s comic boom, influencing the creator-owned movement and spawning crossovers within the Image Universe.
