For over twenty years, the back stories of the now-iconic characters from Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' landmark graphic novel have been the subject of much debate and theorizing. Now, DC Comics has assembled the greatest creators in the industry to further paint the world of Watchmen.

Originally published in single magazine form in Before Watchmen: Comedian 1-6, Before Watchmen: Rorschach 1-4.

Comedian --Chapter 1. Smile -- Chapter 2. I get around -- Chapter 3. Play with fire -- Chapter 4. Conquistador -- Chapter 5. Kicks -- Chapter 6. Eighties -- Rorschach -- Chapters 1-4 -- Variant cover gallery -- Bonus gallery.