The Tick BIG BLUE DESTINY: The Complete Works 1st Print NEC TRADE PAPERBACK RARE is a sought-after graphic novel collection by artist/writer Ben Edlund. This US Comics tradition features the beloved superhero team, The Tick, in a humorous and satirical style. Published by New England Comics in 2009, this trade paperback includes the complete series, making it a valuable addition to any comic book collector's memorabilia.