B.P.R.D.: The Ectoplasmic Man — Dark Horse Comics
Issue: #1
Last valuation update: 2026-09-04
Number 45 in the B.P.R.D. series.This one-shot comic tells the origin of Johann Kraus--corresponding with Johann's appearance in the 2008 feature film Hellboy II: The Golden Army. The Ectoplasmic Man is the ideal introduction to one of the most peculiar members of the remarkable Bureau for Paranormal Research and Defense.
First appearances: Wieland Lorst, Izar Hoffman, Jurgen
Creators: Clem Robins, Mike Mignola, Ben Stenbeck, Rachel Edidin, Scott Allie, Dave Stewart, John Arcudi
Characters: Wieland Lorst, Izar Hoffman, Jurgen, Johann Kraus