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In John Constantine, Hellblazer: Dead in America #3 by Simon Spurrier and Aaron Campbell, Constantine is tasked by Dream of the Endless with retrieving the missing grains of sand from Dream’s pouch. Constantine accepts, compelled by his failing health—he’s suffering from heart failure and nearing death. Throughout his exploits, John Constantine has consistently made tough decisions for the greater good, often at the cost of losing friends. However, he deviates from the Hellblazer tradition, determined to save everyone. Meanwhile, Constantine’s allies Noah and Natalie are wanted by British authorities for crimes orchestrated by him.
After years of primarily focusing on his survival, John Constantine is now striving to save his friends as well, spurred by the deaths he’s witnessed among them. Unlike conventional heroes who aim to rescue everyone regardless of the consequences, John’s encounters with demons and angels have taught him that saving everyone isn’t always feasible. As a result, he’s been forced into situations where sacrificing friends becomes necessary. One such instance arises when his old friend Gary Lester accidentally unleashes a hunger demon in New York. Faced with saving Gary or safeguarding the lives of countless New Yorkers, John ultimately prioritizes the city’s safety. He outwits and ensnares Gary to contain the hunger demon, effectively sacrificing his friend. This incident is just one of many illustrating John’s history of grappling with tragic deaths.
