Alejandro Jodorowsky

Many readers recommend starting with "The Incal" as it is his most iconic and influential work, establishing many of the themes and visual styles he is known for.

While Jodorowsky is a renowned filmmaker himself, his comic book works, particularly "The Incal," have been a significant influence on other creators, though direct film adaptations of his comics are less common than his own cinematic projects.

Jodorowsky's storytelling is characterized by its surrealism, deep philosophical and spiritual themes, and often psychedelic imagery, blending science fiction with mysticism and psychological exploration.

The core story begins with "The Incal," followed by "Before the Incal" as a prequel, and then "After the Incal." The "Metabarons" series and "Technopriests" are spin-offs that expand on characters and concepts from the Incal universe.