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Skybound, Image, and Hasbro Share a First Look at Elita Prime’s Battle for Cybertron in Transformers #32

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Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have shared a first look at Transformers #32, the next chapter of the two-time Eisner Award winning series from writer Robert Kirkman, new series artist  Jason Howard, colorist Mike Spicer, and letterer Rus Wooton. Kicking off an all-new story arc, Transformers #32 will be available in comic book shops on May 13, 2026.

Elita Prime returns to Cybertron with a surprising new Autobot team – and they’re immediately ambushed by the Decepticons, led by Shockwave. Can an unexpected weapon turn the tide in their favor? 

In addition to the main cover by artist David Nakayama, the lineup of variant covers for Transformers #32  includes an open-to-order cover B by Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer, an open-to-order cover C by Jason Howard and Annalisa Leoni, a 1:25 incentive variant by Leirix Li, and a 1:50 incentive variant by E.J. Su. 

Transformers #32

The full list of variant covers is below: 

  • TRANSFORMERS #32 Cover A by David Nakayama (Lunar Code: 0326IM0393) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #32 Cover B by Daniel Warren Johnson & Mike Spicer (Lunar Code: 0326IM0394) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #32 Cover C by Jason Howard & Annalisa Leoni (Lunar Code: 0326IM0395) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #32 Cover D (1:25 Copy Incentive) by Leirix Li (Lunar Code: 0326IM0396)
  • TRANSFORMERS #32 Cover E (1:50 Copy Incentive) by E.J. Su (Lunar Code: 0326IM0397) 

Preview: Transformers #31

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Transformers #31

(w) Robert Kirkman (a) Ludo Lullab (c) Mike Spicer (l) Rus Wooton

Transformers #31 is a standalone, unforgettable Megatron story that kicks off the new story arc of the tentpole Energon Universe series, available on shelves in comic book shops April 8, 2026. 

The secret of Megatron revealed!  

Megatron has a vision that will change the course of his life…and no one in the Energon Universe is safe. 

Transformers #31

Skybound Reveals a First Look at M.A.S.K. #1 by Dan Watters and Pye Parr

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Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have shared a first look at preview pages and covers from  M.A.S.K. #1, the debut issue of the all-new Energon Universe series by writer Dan Watters, artist Pye Parr, colorist Pierluigi Casolino, and letterer Rus Wooton. The first issue of this monumental new ongoing series lands in comic shops on June 10, 2026. 

The world is becoming a terrifying place. Matt Trakker needs your help saving it. Enter M.A.S.K.–a network of specialists ready to respond to the next global emergency. At a moment’s notice, Trakker and his agents can deploy bleeding-edge technology that converts their vehicles–and their drivers–into the ultimate weapon. But Miles Mayhem and V.E.N.O.M. are one step ahead in a secret arms race, scouring the globe for deadly weapons from this planet and beyond, ready to sell out the entire human race. Only M.A.S.K. can stop them… but will Trakker’s own secrets jeopardize their entire mission? 

In addition to the main cover by Pye Parr, the lineup of variant covers for M.A.S.K. #1 includes open-to-order covers by J. Scott Campbell, Cedric Poulat, and Mark Spears, Energon Universe Third Anniversary connecting covers by Tom Reilly and Adriano Lucas, incentive variant covers by Kael Ngu, E.J. Su, Jonboy Meyers, Joshua Cassara and Romulo Fajardo Jr., and Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer, blank sketch covers featuring M.A.S.K. and V.E.N.O.M., foil covers by Pye Parr and J. Scott Campbell, and die-cut foil mask covers by Pye Parr, Luke Preece and Andres Juarez. 

M.A.S.K. #1 also features a first-ever Energon Universe blind bag program that allows fans a chance to get ANY of the solicited covers from A through K, intermixed at varying degrees of rarity (that mirror existing ratios). However, there are three rare SURPRISE Energon Universe comics that can be found in these blind bags. Those SURPRISE comics will not be publicly announced in advance of the issue release. 

In celebration of M.A.S.K.’s arrival in the Energon Universe, Skybound and Hasbro will feature an exclusive first look at M.A.S.K. in the Energon Universe Special 2026, a Free Comic Book Day issue releasing Saturday, May 2, 2026. The special issue will include four all-new stories from TRANSFORMERS, G.I. JOE, and VOID RIVALS and will serve as the first official glimpse into Dan Watters and Pye Parr’s M.A.S.K. 

M.A.S.K. #1

The full list of variant covers is below: 

  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover A by Pye Parr (Lunar Code: 0426IM8000) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover B by J. Scott Campbell & Sabine Rich (Lunar Code: 0426IM8001) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover C by Cedric Poulat (Lunar Code: 0426IM8002) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover D by Mark Spears (Lunar Code: 0426IM8003) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover E Energon Universe Third Anniversary (Connecting) by Tom Reilly & Adriano Lucas (Lunar Code: 0426IM8004) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover F Energon Universe Third Anniversary (Connecting) by Tom Reilly (Lunar Code: 0426IM8005) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover G (1:25 Copy Incentive) by Kael Ngu (Lunar Code: 0426IM8006) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover H (1:50 Copy Incentive) by E.J. Su (Lunar Code: 0426IM8007) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover I (Foil) (1:100 Copy Incentive) by Jonboy Meyers ($5.99) (Lunar Code: 0426IM8008) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover J (1:250 Copy Incentive) by Joshua Cassara & Romulo Fajardo Jr. (Lunar Code: 0426IM8009) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover K (1:500 Copy Incentive) by Daniel Warren Johnson & Mike Spicer (Lunar Code: 0426IM8010) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover L Blank Sketch Cover (M.A.S.K.) ($5.99) (Lunar Code: 0426IM8011) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover M Blank Sketch Cover (V.E.N.O.M.) ($5.99) (Lunar Code: 0426IM8012) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover N (Foil) by Pye Parr ($5.99) (Lunar Code: 0426IM8013) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover O (Foil) by J. Scott Campbell & Sabine Rich ($5.99) (Lunar Code: 0426IM8014) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover P (Die Cut Foil Mask Cover) by Pye Parr & Luke Preece & Andres Juarez ($5.99) (Lunar Code: 0426IM8015 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover Q (Die Cut Foil Mask Cover) by Pye Parr & Luke Preece & Andres Juarez ($5.99) (Lunar Code: 0426IM8016) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover R Blind Bag by Andres Juarez ($5.99) (Lunar Code: 0426IM8017) 

Geof Darrow’s Shaolin Cowboy is Staying A.I.Live

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Geof Darrow returns to Shaolin Cowboy just in time to fill every fan’s heart with hope and hilarious hardcore action. Dark Horse presents Shaolin Cowboy: Staying A.I.Live, continuing the former-monk’s quest across a dangerous landscape one fist of epic fury at a time. Teaming with colorist Ian Herring and letterer Nate Piekos, Darrow explores the vibrant and highly-praised world of this new adventure with art and anachronisms in a way that is sure to keep the brainrot at bay. Featuring variant covers by Peach Momoko, Daniel Warren Johnson, Ryan Ottley, Dave Johson, Gilbert Hernandez, David Mack, Adi Granov, and Paul Chadwick!

The Shaolin Cowboy faces an icy reception when he leaves his wasteland retreat on a mission of mercy, following the considered consul of a desert swallow and a horned toad, both endangered species. But none as endangered as the wandering ex monk becomes, once again because in this typical AMERIGUNN small town he learns euthanASIA is the new import duty on foreign imports!!! 

Supporting “Shaolin Cowboy First” legislation; pre-order Shaolin Cowboy: Staying A.I.Live #1 (of 4) for when it arrives in comic shops on July 1, 2026, for $4.99. 

The Biggest Megatron Story Ever Begins in Transformers #31 by Robert Kirkman and Ludo Lullabi

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Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have shared a first look at Transformers #31, the next chapter of the two-time Eisner Award winning series from the powerhouse creative team of writer Robert Kirkman, artist Ludo Lullabi, colorist Mike Spicer, and letterer Rus Wooton.

Transformers #31 is a standalone, unforgettable Megatron story that kicks off the new story arc of the tentpole Energon Universe series, available on shelves in comic book shops April 8, 2026. 

The secret of Megatron revealed!  

Megatron has a vision that will change the course of his life…and no one in the Energon Universe is safe. 

In addition to the main cover by artist David Nakayama, the lineup of variant covers for Transformers #31 includes an open-to-order cover B by Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer, a 1:10 incentive variant by Pye Parr, a 1:25 incentive variant by Manabu Yashiro, a 1:50 incentive variant by Ludo Lullabi, a 1:100 incentive foil variant by Patricia Martín, and a blank sketch cover. 

Transformers #31

The full list of variant covers is below: 

  • TRANSFORMERS #31 Cover A by David Nakayama (Lunar Code: 0226IM0463) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #31 Cover B by Daniel Warren Johnson & Mike Spicer (Lunar Code: 0226IM0464) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #31 Cover C (1:10 Copy Incentive) (Connecting) by Pye Parr (Lunar Code: 0226IM0465) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #31 Cover D (1:25 Copy Incentive) by Manabu Yashiro (Lunar Code: 0226IM0466) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #31 Cover E (1:50 Copy Incentive) by Ludo Lullabi (Lunar Code: 0226IM0467) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #31 Cover F (Foil) (1:100 Copy Incentive) by Patricia Martín (Lunar Code: 0226IM0468)
  • TRANSFORMERS #31 Cover G Blank Sketch Cover (Lunar Code: 0226IM0468) 

Preview: Transformers #30!

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Transformers #30

(W) Robert Kirkman (A) Dan Mora (C) Mike Spicer (L) Rus Wooton

Who will lead the Autobots? It’s Optimus Prime vs Elita-1. The fate of the Autobots hangs in the balance, because in the end, one shall stand… 

One thing’s for sure; nothing will be the same in the Transformers universe when a victor emerges. 

ComicsPRO 2026: M.A.S.K. by Dan Watters and Pye Parr joins the Energon Universe in June

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As announced today in Robert Kirkman’s keynote address at ComicsPro, Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro, will deliver an all-new addition to the Energon Universe, M.A.S.K., by writer Dan Watters, artist Pye Parr, colorist Pierluigi Casolino, and letterer Rus Wooton. Together, they’re launching the most anticipated new series of the year, where anyone–and everyone–in the Energon Universe must join the fight for humanity’s survival. The historic first issue of this explosive new ongoing series hits comic book shelves June 3, 2026. 

The world is becoming a terrifying place. Matt Trakker needs your help saving it. Enter M.A.S.K. — a network of specialists ready to respond to the next global emergency. At a moment’s notice, Trakker and his agents can deploy bleeding-edge technology that converts their vehicles–and their drivers–into the ultimate weapon. But Miles Mayhem and V.E.N.O.M. are one step ahead in a secret arms race, scouring the globe for deadly weapons from this planet and beyond, ready to sell out the entire human race. Only M.A.S.K. can stop them… but will Trakker’s own secrets jeopardize their entire mission?   

In addition to the main cover by Pye Parr, the lineup of variant covers for M.A.S.K. #1 includes open-to-order covers by J. Scott Campbell, Cedric Poulat, and Mark Spears, Energon Universe Third Anniversary connecting covers by Tom Reilly and Adriano Lucas, incentive variant covers by Kael Ngu, E.J. Su, Jonboy Meyers, Joshua Cassara and Romulo Fajardo Jr., and Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer, blank sketch covers featuring M.A.S.K. and V.E.N.O.M., foil covers by Pye Parr and J. Scott Campbell, and die-cut foil mask covers by Pye Parr, Luke Preece and Andres Juarez. 

M.A.S.K. #1 also features a first-ever Energon Universe blind bag program that allows fans a chance to get ANY of the solicited covers from A through K, intermixed at varying degrees of rarity. However, there are rare SURPRISE variant covers related to the Energon Universe that can be found in these blind bags. Those SURPRISE comics will not be publicly announced in advance of the issue release. 

In celebration of M.A.S.K.’s arrival in the Energon Universe, Skybound and Hasbro will feature an exclusive first look at M.A.S.K. in the Energon Universe Special 2026, a Free Comic Book Day issue releasing Saturday, May 2, 2026. The special issue will include four all-new stories from TRANSFORMERS, G.I. JOE, and Void Rivals and will serve as the first official glimpse into Dan Watters and Pye Parr’s M.A.S.K. 

Originally launched in 1985, M.A.S.K. (Mobile Armored Strike Kommand) became a pop-culture phenomenon with its mix of spy intrigue and sci-fi action. Brought to life through an animated series and bestselling toy line, M.A.S.K. followed Matt Trakker and his elite civilian task force as they battled Miles Mayhem and the criminal organization V.E.N.O.M. using advanced masks and transforming vehicles enhanced with extraordinary abilities. Now, M.A.S.K. enters the Energon Universe for a revolutionary new era. 

The full list of variant covers is below: 

  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover A by Pye Parr 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover B by J. Scott Campbell & Sabine Rich 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover C by Cedric Poulat 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover D by Mark Spears  
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover E Energon Universe Third Anniversary (Connecting) by Tom Reilly & Adriano Lucas 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover F Energon Universe Third Anniversary (Connecting) by Tom Reilly 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover G (1:25 Copy Incentive) by Kael Ngu 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover H (1:50 Copy Incentive) by E.J. Su 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover I (Foil) (1:100 Copy Incentive) by Jonboy Meyers ($5.99) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover J (1:250 Copy Incentive) by Joshua Cassara & Romulo Fajardo Jr. 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover K (1:500 Copy Incentive) by Daniel Warren Johnson & Mike Spicer 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover L Blank Sketch Cover (M.A.S.K.) ($5.99) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover M Blank Sketch Cover (V.E.N.O.M.) ($5.99) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover N (Foil) by Pye Parr ($5.99) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover O Foil) by J. Scott Campbell & Sabine Rich ($5.99) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover P (Die Cut Foil Mask Cover) by Pye Parr & Luke Preece & Andres Juarez ($5.99) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover Q (Die Cut Foil Mask Cover) by Pye Parr & Luke Preece & Andres Juarez ($5.99) 
  • M.A.S.K. #1 Cover R Blind Bag by Andres Juarez ($5.99)

Optimus Prime vs Elita-1 Changes the Future of Transformers in Transformers #30!

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Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have revealed interior pages and variant covers for Transformers #30, the two-time Eisner Award winning series from the powerhouse creative team of writer Robert Kirkman, artist Dan Mora, colorist Mike Spicer, and letterer Rus Wooton. The arc-ending chapter of the tentpole Energon Universe story will be available on shelves in comic book shops on March 11, 2026. 

Who will lead the Autobots? It’s Optimus Prime vs Elita-1. The fate of the Autobots hangs in the balance, because in the end, one shall stand… 

One thing’s for sure; nothing will be the same in the Transformers universe when a victor emerges. 

In addition to the main cover by artist David Nakayama, the lineup of variant covers for Transformers #30 includes an open-to-order cover B by Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer, the final cover of the connecting cover series by Jorge Corona and Mike Spicer, a 1:25 incentive variant by Taurin Clarke, a 1:50 incentive variant by Dan Mora and Andres Juarez, and a special Invincible Month team-up variant cover by Joshua Cassara and Romulo Fajardo Jr. 

Transformers #30

The full list of variant covers is below: 

  • TRANSFORMERS #30 Cover A by David Nakayama (Lunar Code: 0126IM0426) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #30 Cover B by Daniel Warren Johnson & Mike Spicer (Lunar Code: 0126IM0427) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #30 Cover C (Connecting) by Jorge Corona & Mike Spicer (Lunar Code: 0126IM0428) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #30 Cover D (1:25 Copy Incentive) by Taurin Clarke (Lunar Code: 0126IM0429) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #30 Cover E (1:50 Copy Incentive) by Dan Mora & Andres Juarez (Lunar Code: 0126IM0430) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #30 Cover F (Invincible Month Cover Variant) by Joshua Cassara & Romulo Fajardo Jr. (Lunar Code: 0126IM8060)

The Secret of Megatron is Revealed in Transformers #31 by Robert Kirkman and Ludo Lullabi

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Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have revealed the lineup of variant covers for Transformers #31, the next chapter of the two-time Eisner Award winning series from the powerhouse creative team of writer Robert Kirkman, artist Ludo Lullabi, colorist Mike Spicer, and letterer Rus Wooton. 

Transformers #31 presents a standalone, unforgettable Megatron story that kicks off the new story arc of the tentpole Energon Universe series, available on shelves in comic book shops April 8, 2026. The secret of Megatron revealed! 

Megatron has a vision that will change the course of his life…and no one in the Energon Universe is safe. 

In addition to the main cover by artist David Nakayama, the lineup of variant covers for Transformers #31 includes an open-to-order cover B by Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer, a 1:10 incentive variant by Pye Parr, a 1:25 incentive variant by Manabu Yashiro, a 1:50 incentive variant by Ludo Lullabi, a 1:100 incentive foil variant by Patricia Martín, and a blank sketch cover. 

The full list of variant covers is below: 

  • TRANSFORMERS #31 Cover A by David Nakayama 
  • TRANSFORMERS #31 Cover B by Daniel Warren Johnson & Mike Spicer 
  • TRANSFORMERS #31 Cover C (1:10 Copy Incentive) (Connecting) by Pye Parr 
  • TRANSFORMERS #31 Cover D (1:25 Copy Incentive) by Manabu Yashiro 
  • TRANSFORMERS #31 Cover E (1:50 Copy Incentive) by Ludo Lullabi 
  • TRANSFORMERS #31 Cover F (Foil) (1:100 Copy Incentive) by Patricia Martín 
  • TRANSFORMERS #31 Cover G Blank Sketch Cover 

Headlocked Comics teams with Brody King and Daniel Warren Johnson to benefit MIRAC: Minnesota Immigrant Resource Action Committee

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Wrestler Brody King and comic writer/artist Daniel Warren Johnson have been vocal through various actions as to where they stand when it comes to ICE and its actions. King wore an iconic t-shirt that stated “Abolish Ice” at an event and Johnson has published art criticizing the government black boot thugs.

Now, King and Johnson are teaming with Headlocked Comics for a variant cover featuring King to help raise money for MIRAC: Minnesota Immigrant Resource Action Committee. Headlocked and King previously raised $4,000 to benefit Local Hearts Foundation.

MIRAC: Minnesota Immigrant Resource Action Committee provides multiple services including food and legal aid to immigrants.

There will be three covers available for Brody’s Tales From the Road story “Hardcore.”

One is a black and white version cover that will also be a limited edition metal version limited to 100 pieces.

The second design features a blood chain that’s also limited to 100 pieces.

All of the variants will be limited to 1 per person and going live on the Headlocked webstore Thursday, January 15. There will also be options for autographs as well as adding on other items, all to maximize the amount donated to charity.

Items will likely ship in mid-March 2026.

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