I love Marvel and DC as much as the next guy and will always read them, but I also want to read superhero stories/universe that aren't tied to them and are good, giving us a different taste of what there is to offer. That's why I've been having a particular itch for original superhero universes lately.

The ones I know of are:

Valiant Comics
Catalyst Prime
Brilliant Trash
Invincible
Wayward*
Astro City

*not officially classed as superhero by Image, but I hear it's basically one in disguise and with heavy Japanese influences.

What would you guys say about these ones above, and what else would you recommend? I've read some of Astro City and Valiant, and I like it so far. I want to read more to give more light on "alternative" superheroes.