John Constantine

John Constantine is a cunning, streetwise occult detective and con man from the DC Comics universe, best known as the central character in the Hellblazer series. Created by Alan Moore, Steve Bissette, and John Totleben, Constantine first appeared in The Saga of the Swamp Thing in 1985. A chain-smoking, trench coat-wearing antihero with a dark wit and morally ambiguous methods, he battles supernatural forces and personal demons alike. Though not a traditional hero, Constantine is often humanity's last line of defense against arcane threats, relying more on his intellect and manipulation than brute strength or magical power. His complex personality and gritty realism have made him a fan favorite in both comics and screen adaptations.