Lucifer #5 – Comic Book Summary & Details
Short Description:
In Lucifer #5, the fallen angel teams up with the archangel Gabriel to uncover the shocking truth behind God's murder. As they close in on the killer, conflicting interpretations threaten to tear the celestial balance apart. With the fate of the cosmos hanging in the balance, this thrilling conclusion to “Cold Heaven” delivers divine drama, sharp mystery, and heavenly twists that redefine the celestial order.
Full Summary:
In the gripping finale of the “Cold Heaven” arc, Lucifer Morningstar and Gabriel finally piece together the puzzle behind the Almighty’s mysterious death. However, their conclusions point to different culprits—each with devastating cosmic consequences. As old rivalries ignite and divine tensions mount, the truth forces both celestial beings to confront their own roles in the divine hierarchy. The stakes are no less than reality itself, as one wrong judgment could unravel existence.
Amid divine politics and metaphysical mystery, Lucifer #5 delivers philosophical intrigue, intense drama, and gothic artistry, bringing the murder mystery to an explosive end.
Comic Book Details:
- Title: Lucifer (2016) #5
- Publisher: Vertigo (an imprint of DC Comics)
- Genre: Supernatural, Mystery, Fantasy, Dark Drama
- Main Characters:
- Lucifer Morningstar
- Archangel Gabriel
- The Presence (God) – Posthumously
- Mazikeen
- The Harlot of Hell
- Writer: Holly Black
- Artist: Lee Garbett
- Colorist: Antonio Fabela
- Letterer: Todd Klein
- Editor: Shelly Bond
- Cover Artist: Dave Johnson
About the Series:
Lucifer explores the life of the former Lord of Hell as he navigates Earth, Heaven, and beyond—often entangled in metaphysical crimes and existential dilemmas. Inspired by Neil Gaiman’s The Sandman, this series blends celestial intrigue with noir-inspired mystery and philosophical undertones.
