Thanks for your insight, Dave.
While I don't like what I've read of the series (I read roughly half the issues, so I think I have a good idea what it's about) I included a link to the covers and first three pages of several issues, for those who want to check it out.
I agree the art is very nice, but the story is overly dark for my taste, and is either nebulous, or at best takes way too long to develop, by my account.
I like these particular covers a lot. The tribute elements you describe are very much on display:
