The Rise of the Zelphire — Lion Forge Comics
Issue: #1
Legend says that a spirit sleeps within each of us and that a childhood trauma can awaken it . . . such is the awakening of the Zelphire . . . Young Sylvan Khelmann is one such host, doing his best to hide the strange, tree like features that start growing on his body. This mysterious condition comes with strange abilities which he doesn't understand until meeting Professor Wernes, who invites him...
First appearances: Professor Wernes, Sylvan Khelmann
Creators: Karim Friha
Characters: Professor Wernes, Sylvan Khelmann