Joe Madureira is known for his dynamic fusion of Western superhero art and Japanese manga style. Rising to prominence in the 90s on his highly acclaimed run on Uncanny X-Men, Joe's bold, kinetic style redefined the superhero aesthetic for the decade. His action-oriented style, stunning anatomy work, expressive characters, and cinematic storytelling brought a fresh new energy to some of the best known characters at Marvel Comics. Madureira also created Battle Chasers, a creator-owned fantasy series that showcased his passion for genre blending and world building. Joe's influence expanded beyond comics into video games as he was the creative director on the Darksiders video game series. "Joe Mad" is a fan favorite in the comics world and one of the most celebrated artists in the field.