Bird City Comics Foil #12/50.  Matthew Waite Cover. Story by Michael Frizell. Art by Pablo Martinena. Kobe Bryant, the son of former NBA player Joe Jellybean Bryant, was immersed in basketball from an early age. After moving to Italy at six, he developed a diverse skill set before returning to the U.S. and attending Lower Merion High School. Kobe entered the NBA draft straight out of high school and was drafted by the Charlotte Hornets in 1996 before being traded to the Los Angeles Lakers, where he spent his entire 20-year career. Renowned for his relentless work ethic, fierce competitiveness, and extraordinary skill, Kobe led the Lakers to five NBA championships, earned 18 All-Star selections, and was named the NBA MVP in 2008. Beyond basketball, he championed youth sports and education, and even won an Academy Award for his short film Dear Basketball in 2018. Tragically, Kobe and his daughter Gianna lost their lives in a helicopter crash on January 26, 2020. His enduring legacy continues to inspire young athletes around the globe. This comic book captures Kobes remarkable journey from a basketball prodigy to an enduring legend.