This 1996 special issue of Heavy Metal, curated by Kevin Eastman, revisits key stories from the cult animated film that helped define the magazine’s legacy. It features provocative science fiction and fantasy tales by major contributors like Richard Corben and Berni Wrightson, alongside lush galleries by artists such as Chris Achilleos and Cornelius Cole. One Step Beyond captures the psychedelic ambition and underground energy that shaped Heavy Metal’s bold editorial voice. Anthology, Comic, Berni Wrightson, Dan O’Bannon, Thomas Warkentin, Richard Corben, Angus McKie, Chris Achilleos, Cornelius Cole, Heavy Metal, 1996 Heavy Metal 00600600697 Kevin Eastman 1996