Key Collector Comics
Purgatori
View Key Issues

Creation & Design

Purgatori was created by Brian Pulido and Steven Hughes, designed as a powerful vampire character with a complex backstory involving themes of revenge and redemption.

Early Years

Purgatori first appeared in her own series, where she was introduced as a vampire with a tragic past, seeking vengeance against those who wronged her.

Character Development

Over the years, Purgatori has evolved from a vengeful vampire to a more complex character, exploring themes of power, morality, and the struggle for redemption.

Cultural Reception

Purgatori has garnered a cult following due to her unique design and complex character arc, often praised for her strong female representation in comics.

Character Details

Real Name:
Purgatori
Aliases:
The Blood Queen, The Vampire Goddess
Species:
Vampire
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Chaos! Comics Universe, The Dark Alliance
Abilities:
Superhuman strength, Flight, Immortality, Blood manipulation
Equipment:
Vampiric powers, Magical artifacts
Weight:
120lbs
Height:
6' 6"
Eye Color:
red
Hair Color:
black

Clicking on the eBay link and making a purchase may result in this site earning a commission from the eBay Partner Network.

Evil Ernie: Revenge #1

Glow ⋅ Chaos! Comics ⋅ 1994

View Details
Evil Ernie: Revenge #1
 
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$5

Key Facts

1st cameo appearance of Purgatori, a vampire goddess

Glow-in-the-dark cover

Evil Ernie: Revenge #4

Chaos! Comics ⋅ 1995

View Details
Evil Ernie: Revenge #4
 
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$3

Key Facts

1st full appearance of Purgatori

Purgatori Prelude

Chaos! Comics ⋅ 1996

View Details
Purgatori Prelude
 
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$5

Key Facts

1st appearance of Jade, a 4,000-year-old vampire sorceress

1st Purgatori solo story

Purgatori: Goddess Rising #2

Chaos! Comics ⋅ 1999

View Details
Purgatori: Goddess Rising #2
 
Low
$1
Mid
$5
High
$15

Key Facts

Cover art by Mike Deodato Jr.

Purgatori: God Hunter #1

Chaos! Comics ⋅ 2002

View Details  ⋅  View Variants (2)
Purgatori: God Hunter #1
 
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$10

Key Facts

Two-issue limited series featuring Purgatori

Purgatori: God Hunter #2

Variant ⋅ Chaos! Comics ⋅ 2002

View Details
Purgatori: God Hunter #2
 
Low
$5
Mid
$15
High
$55

Key Facts

Variant cover art by Al Rio

Purgatori #1

Devil's Due Publishing ⋅ 2005

View Details  ⋅  View Variants (4)
Purgatori #1
 
Low
$2
Mid
$8
High
$25

Key Facts

Origin of Purgatori

Purgatori: Mischief Night #1

Variant ⋅ Chaos! Comics ⋅ 2011

View Details
Purgatori: Mischief Night #1
 
Low
$4
Mid
$12
High
$40

Key Facts

Variant cover art by Matt Hughes, limited to 100 copies

Chaos #1

Dynamite Entertainment ⋅ 2014

View Details  ⋅  View Variants (25)
Chaos #1
 
Low
$1
Mid
$2
High
$10

Key Facts

1st appearance of Mistresss Hel

Reboot of the Chaos Universe

Chaos #1
Non-Key

1:50 ⋅ Dynamite Entertainment ⋅ 2014

View Details
Chaos #1
 
Low
$2
Mid
$8
High
$20

Key Facts

Variant cover art by Michael Turner featuring Purgatori

Chaos #1
Non-Key

1:100 ⋅ Dynamite Entertainment ⋅ 2014

View Details
Chaos #1
 
Low
$8
Mid
$20
High
$70

Key Facts

Variant sketch art by Michael Turner featuring Purgatori

Vampirella vs. Purgatori #1

Variant ⋅ Dynamite Entertainment ⋅ 2021

View Details
Vampirella vs. Purgatori #1
 
Low
$5
Mid
$15
High
$45

Key Facts

Variant cover art by Sun Khamunaki, limited to 500 copies

Mutant Beaver Comics edition

Vampirella vs. Purgatori #1

Variant ⋅ Dynamite Entertainment ⋅ 2021

View Details
Vampirella vs. Purgatori #1
 
Low
$2
Mid
$8
High
$20

Key Facts

Variant cover art by Kael Ngu

Unknown Comics edition

Vampirella vs. Purgatori #1

Variant ⋅ Dynamite Entertainment ⋅ 2021

View Details
Vampirella vs. Purgatori #1
 
Low
$2
Mid
$8
High
$20

Key Facts

Variant cover art by Kyuyong Eom

Comicxposure & Joe Rock Comics edition

Vampirella vs. Purgatori #1

Variant ⋅ Dynamite Entertainment ⋅ 2021

View Details
Vampirella vs. Purgatori #1
 
Low
$4
Mid
$12
High
$40

Key Facts

Variant cover art by Alex Garner, limited to 500 copies

KRS Comics edition

Vampirella vs. Purgatori #1

Variant ⋅ Dynamite Entertainment ⋅ 2021

View Details
Vampirella vs. Purgatori #1
 
Low
$4
Mid
$12
High
$40

Key Facts

Variant cover art by Natali Sanders, limited to 500 copies

KRS Comics edition

Vampirella vs. Purgatori #1

Variant ⋅ Dynamite Entertainment ⋅ 2021

View Details
Vampirella vs. Purgatori #1
 
Low
$5
Mid
$15
High
$50

Key Facts

Variant cover art by Derrick Chew

Vampirella vs. Purgatori #2

Variant ⋅ Dynamite Entertainment ⋅ 2021

View Details
Vampirella vs. Purgatori #2
 
Low
$8
Mid
$25
High
$65

Key Facts

Variant cover art by Derrick Chew

Adjust Your Filters To See More Comics!

By default Key Collector searches for Standard Cover Key Issues.

Adjust the "Variants" and/or "Non-Key Issues" search filters above for additional content:

  • Variant Covers ([[totalVariants]])
  • Non-Key Issues ([[totalNonKeys]])

At Key Collector, our primary focus is on unearthing those rare Standard Cover Key Issues for you. However, the world of comic collectibles is vast and varied. We want to make sure you have the tools to explore it all!