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Captain Marvel is back this May in a new series from G. Willow Wilson and Rachael Stott

Marvel Comics’ Editor-in-Chief Stephen Wacker took the stage at New York Comic Con to host his first-ever Bullpen Bulletins! panel and seized the moment to reveal what’s next for one of Marvel’s greatest heroes—and one of his personal favorites: CAPTAIN MARVEL! This May, the iconic hero headlines an all-new ongoing series in May by award-winning writer G. Willow Wilson and acclaimed artist Rachael Stott.

The series spins out of the upcoming Avengers run by Chip Zdarsky and Marco Checchetto. Following the cataclysmic events of Avengers: Armageddon, Carol Danvers finds herself grounded like never before. To rise again, Carol will have to challenge everything she thought she knew about being Captain Marvel—and break every rule along the way. And as she pushes herself further, a threat that has been quietly assembling in the shadows of the Marvel Universe for decades is finally ready to make its move.

Check out a promo piece by series artist Rachael Stott and stay tuned for more about the series in the months ahead.

Cover art of Captain Marvel featuring a confident female superhero with sunglasses, a red scarf, and a thumbs-up gesture against a sunny background, with the text 'BACK TO WORK.'

Wizards of the Coast reveals more D&D | Star Wars Details

At Gen Con 2026, Wizards of the Coast revealed it was going Universes Beyond with Dungeons & Dragons taking it to a universe far, far away with D&D | Star Wars. At New York Comic Con 2026, Dungeons & Dragons revealed new details about its previously-announced collaboration with Lucasfilm and Star Wars. Two books, D&D | Star Wars Core Rules, and D&D | Star Wars, Tyro Squadron: Adventures are warping into the galaxy in 2027. Select artwork, including the cover of D&D | Star Wars, Tyro Squadron: Adventures, was also unveiled during the Disney/Lucasfilm publishing panel at the convention.

In D&D | Star Wars, Tyro Squadron: Adventures, take the fight to the Empire as part of a secret Rebel crew. Set during the Original Trilogy, these new stories unfold as Luke and Leia fight their own battles across the galaxy. Fly daring missions, explore new corners of the galaxy, and help shape the Rebellion’s story—your way. 

Additional details about D&D | Star Wars, Core Rules will be revealed later, and fans can also look forward to a star fighter encounter at Star Wars Celebration in April 2027.

  • A group of characters from a fantasy setting, armed and in action poses, set against a dramatic cave backdrop. The scene features a mix of diverse characters, including one with a blaster, another in a green robe, and a figure wielding a lightsaber. The iconic Star Wars logo is prominently displayed at the top.
  • A futuristic spaceship hovering above Earth, with detailed clouds and lights visible on the planet's surface, set against a starry background.
  • Futuristic alleyway with neon lights and mist, featuring three figures dressed in white uniforms.
  • A dynamic sci-fi scene featuring characters engaged in combat, with a mix of humanoids and droids wielding blasters in a futuristic environment. The foreground shows a man in a blue coat aiming his weapon, while a diverse group, including a figure with a green cloak and a droid, provides support. Blasters show red fire trails, and a stormtrooper is downed in the background.

NYCC 2026: Blumhouse partners with IDW Publishing for new IDW Dark comics

Blumhouse is partnering with IDW Publishing to bring even more spine-tingling terror to the comic book horror imprint IDW Dark.

The petrifying partnership tears into comic shops late 2027 with the fan-favorite The Purge. Eisner Award-winning writer Dan Watters and artist Juan José Ryp brings the dystopian and compelling premise ​– a world in which any and all crime, especially murder, is legal one night a year​ – to the pages of the comics with a gripping new chapter that features all the action, tension, and emotion that fans crave from the thrilling franchise. Following The Purge will be more unforgettable hits from Blumhouse making their comic book debuts with all-new stories, including M3GAN and New York Times best-selling writer Tim Seeley taking a stab at Happy Death Day.

Logo of 'The Purge' in bold black letters on a transparent background.

A darkly comedic slasher with a sci-fi twist, Happy Death Day​ made an undeniable impact on pop culture with its mystery about a murder victim being forced to relive the day of their death over and over again to discover the shocking truth and unmask their killer.

Happy Death Day was written by Scott Lobdell known for writing numerous comics for Marvel, DC, and more. He generally has left the comic industry and was embroiled in controversy for past behavior and comments. Lobdell wrote the original film script though not its sequel Happy Death Day 2U.

Text graphic reading 'HAPPY DEATH DAY' in a dripping red font.

Packed with chills and twisted humor with rich themes, the beloved sci-fi horror M3GAN is the saga of an advanced A.I. doll which takes its good-intentioned programming to extreme and bloody measures.

Stylized text logo spelling 'MEGAN' in uppercase letters with a minimalist design.

NYCC 2026: Marvel Studios teases Zodiac and More Marvel Zombies

New York Comic Con isn’t usually known for movie and television announcements from Marvel but Marvel Studios dropped some fun reveals of what’s coming in the next years.

Zodiac will be coming to Disney+ in 2028. While there’s not a ton known about it, the show clearly has something to do with SHIELD based on the logo. In the comics, Zodiac was a criminal cartel featuring Nick Fury’s brother as a member. The show is described as a “spy thriller.”

Logo for Marvel Television's Zodiac featuring stylized letters on a black background.

Marvel Zombies returns with three new releases in 2027, 2028, 2029. Coming soon are Marvel Zombies: The Winter Soldier, Marvel Zombies: The Fist of Khonshu, and Marvel Zombies: The Last Guardian, all being released for Halloween.

Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man‘s second season got a focus as well with a release date of January 13, 2027 on Disney+.

Promotional poster for the animated series 'Marvel Animation: Your Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man Season 2', featuring Spider-Man in a dynamic pose against a stylized background with a black and white design. Includes release date of January 13 and Disney+ logo.

NYCC 2026: Michael E. Uslan, Steven S. DeKnight and Sebastián Cabrol Present Dr. Syn #1 – A Fiery, Blood-Soaked Tale of Revolution & Rebellion

Oni Press has unveiled Dr. Syn #1 (of 4), the fiery FIRST ISSUE of a rebellious new resurrection for the infamous vigilante-turned-freedom fighter … and a brand-new beginning for one of history’s first proto-pulp heroes in a daring new incarnation. Traitor. Rogue. Revenant. Rebel. He’s been known by many names . . . and now writers Michael E. Uslan and Steven S. DeKnight join artist Sebastián Cabrol to chronicle the fearsome origin of the once-forgotten revolutionary who first watered liberty’s tree with the blood of tyrants — beginning in comic shops everywhere in January 2027. 

Once, the Reverend Doctor Christopher Syn waged a guerrilla insurgency across 18th-century England— justice for the cruel deaths of his family at the hands of King George III and the rest of England’s persecuted and oppressed. Hidden behind a terrifying mask to keep his true identity concealed, Syn’s rebellion soon became legend, inspiring copycat uprisings across the English countryside as the “Scarecrow of Romney Marsh” became a beacon of resistance against his nation’s mad monarch. 

But that’s where history’s chronicle of the Scarecrow’s reign is about to go violently, terribly wrong . . . ​Now Dr. Syn has been captured, tried, and condemned for his crimes. Forced into death by exile in the British Empire’s most inhospitable outpost—the American penal colony known as “Georgia”—Syn has found himself imprisoned alongside a hardscrabble crew of his king’s most notorious “undesirables.” With a mismatched team of allies fueled by the same burning vengeance for justice at his side, can England’s most dangerous revolutionary finally bring the empire down in an inferno of roaring flames . . . and could this backwater collection of pestilence-ridden colonies called America provide the spark? ​The year is 1775. And Dr. Syn’s war is about to begin.

Across more than a century, Dr. Syn has been a recurring fixture of feature film, pulp fiction, and comics book publishing. Always clad in his trademark Scarecrow mask, Syn was first introduced in 1915 by author Russell Thorndike as the titular smuggler hero at the epicenter of Doctor Syn: A Tale of the Romney Marsh. As his adventures continued across six more novels, Syn’s exploits were the subject of multiple film adaptations from the 1930s onward, culminating in 1963’s Disney feature film The Scarecrow of Romney Marsh, which also resulted in a tie-in comic book series published by Dell Comics. Uslan, DeKnight and Cabrol’s new reinvention of the character will be the first major appearance of the character – frequently counted alongside Tarzan, Conan, and Buck Rogers as one of the first and most influential proto-pulp archetypes – in the 21st century and will mark the first time the legendary British character has walked American shores.

With covers from Dustin Weaver, Jeffrey Alan Love, Elia Bonetti, and Kelley Jones, in stores January 2027!

Don’t miss Oni Press’s panel at New York Comic Con on Friday, October 9, 2026 between 4:30 PM – 5:15 PM in North-Room S 406.1—featuring Dr. Syn co-writer Michael E. Uslan as a panelist as well as creators George Northy (Yuletide), Oliver Mertz (A Ghost Arm Made of Angry Ghosts), Ryan O’Sullivan (Judge Dredd / Biker Mice from Mars), and Dave Baker (Halloween Boy) and Oni Press editors Karl Bollers and Bess Pallares.

  • Cover of 'Dr. Syn' No. 1 featuring a skeletal figure in a pirate costume riding a black horse, with ominous text below.
  • Cover art of 'Dr. Syn' comic book issue No. 1, featuring a skeletal figure in a pirate outfit on a black horse, surrounded by a dark, atmospheric backdrop.
  • Cover page of 'Dr. Syn' No. 1, featuring bold typography and a black and white design.
  • Cover of 'Dr. Syn' comic book featuring a scarecrow figure with a skull head, surrounded by flames and eerie purple hues.
  • A skeletal figure dressed as a pirate, known as Dr. Syn, stands confidently with a gun in hand. He wears a black coat and broad-brimmed hat, surrounded by a dramatic blue background that highlights his ominous presence.
  • A skeletal figure in a black cloak and a tricorn hat holds a gun, riding a dark horse with glowing red eyes, set against a smoky, mysterious background.
  • Cover of 'Dr. Syn No. 1' featuring a mysterious pirate figure with a skeletal face and a noose, set against a dark, textured background.
  • A tense scene depicting armed figures confronting horseback riders bursting through a doorway, illustrated in dramatic black and white style.
  • A chaotic scene depicting a group of individuals on horseback charging through a building, with one person in the foreground appearing shocked and surprised. The setting includes a chandelier and ornate stairway.
  • A comic-style illustration depicting a series of dramatic scenes with a mounted figure using a rope to capture a fleeing person in a snowy forest setting.
  • A black and white comic style illustration featuring three characters near a large tree with a noose. The scene depicts tension, with one character holding a weapon on horseback while another is tied up. Various expressions of fear and authority are shown through close-up panels.

NYCC 2026: Joseph Illidge Announces Signing with Zeno Robinson and Illuminous Event Sponsorship

Illuminous

Comics writer and editor Joseph Illidge heads to New York Comic Con 2026 (October 8-11) at the Javits Center in New York City, celebrating comic-shop culture through his latest writing and Illuminous’ support for the Black comics community and beyond. 

On Saturday, October 10, from 5-6 p.m. at Booth #4355, Illidge will join actor Zeno Robinson to sign The Comic Shop Anthology: A Hit TV Show Tie-in, Kat Calamia and Phil Falco’s comic book adaptation of the YouTube series created by Cheyenne Ewulu. Featuring a story written by Illidge, the collection gives fans another way into the world of The Comic Shop.

Published by Lifeline Comics, The Comic Shop Anthology brings the web comedy about a quirky crew doing anything to save their store to the page. Illidge teams with artist Paris Alleyne (Black Panther) on Ratz City, channeling the show’s irreverent humor into a story packed with social commentary and high-energy action. The collection also features Cody Ziglar, Stephanie Williams, DJ Kirkland, and more, celebrating the chaos and camaraderie of comic-shop culture.

Illuminous will also co-sponsor Black Comic Lords’ Lords Lounge at Luma Studios, 307 West 38th Street, October 8-10, beginning at 6 p.m. each evening. The three-night gathering brings blerd culture beyond the NYCC show floor with creator appearances, Whatnot signings, and exclusive drops from Black Comic Lords member SexualChocolateComics, whose shows spotlight talent including Nikolas Draper-Ivey, Sozomaika, Damion Scott, and ChrisCross. The sponsorship reflects Illuminous’ work as an IP and creative services company, helping creators reach new audiences.

NYCC 2026: Image Comics highlights its Panel Lineup

Image Comics logo

Image Comics returns to New York Comic Con at the Jacob Javits Center this year with an announcement-packed lineup of can’t-miss programming.

IMAGE COMICS PANELS

—THURSDAY, OCTOBER 8—

Exquisite Corpses: The Game and Beyond (18 and Up)
3:00 – 3:45 p.m.
Room 1C03

Join co-creators James Tynion IV and Michael Walsh as they dive into the dark and twisted world of the bestselling, hit series Exquisite Corpses! Together with Tyler Boss, Adam Gorham, Pornsak Pichetshote, and Che Grayson, the corpse crew will discuss the creation of their spin offs, the response to the game, and the future of Exquisite Corpses. It’s going to be a spooky, good time! Moderated by: Sami DeMonster, Community Manager and Tiny Onion.

—FRIDAY, OCTOBER 9—

Todd McFarlane Spotlight
1:30 – 2:15 p.m.
Room 406.3

The Toddfather is back @ NYCC! Comic legend Todd McFarlane (Spawn) shares what it really takes to create, build, and push past obstacles. From breaking into comics, movies and toys to navigating everyday challenges, McFarlane brings real talk, practical advice, and inspiration for fans, creators, and anyone chasing their dreams.

Skybound Comics: Vision for the Future
4:00 – 4:45 p.m.
Room 406.3

Skybound has supercharged Transformers, Invincible, and Universal Monsters to new heights in comics and are now revealing a new slate that will have everyone talking. Join superstars Stephen Graham Jones (The Buffalo Hunter Hunter, Earthdivers), Leandro Fernández (The Old Guard), Tate Brombal (Batgirl, Everything Dead & Dying), Matt Emmons (The Council of Frogs), Doug Mahnke (Batman: The Man Who Laughs), and Ben Abernathy (Executive Editor, Skybound) as they unveil the future of Skybound, and trust us, you won’t want to miss this. Moderated by Alex Antone, Editorial Director at Skybound Entertainment.

—SATURDAY OCTOBER 10—

Transformers & G.I. Joe: What’s Next for the Energon Universe?
11:15 – 12:15 p.m.
Room 406.2

THE ENERGON UNIVERSE IN CHAOS! Join superstars Robert Kirkman (Void Rivals, Transformers), Dan Watters (M.A.S.K.), Tom Reilly (G.I. Joe), Jason Howard (Transformers), and Conor Hughes (Void Rivals) as they unveil what the future holds for Skybound and Hasbro’s record-breaking shared universe featuring Transformers, G.I. Joe, Void Rivals, and M.A.S.K. Moderated by Ben Abernathy, Executive Editor at Skybound Entertainment.

Image Comics Presents: Kyle Higgins of Radiant Black, the Massive-Verse & more
12:45PM – 1:30 p.m.
Room 406.2

Join Massive-Verse superstars Kyle Higgins (Radiant Black, No/One), Brian Buccellato (No/One), Kelly McMahon, Melissa Flores (The Dead Lucky), and Rod Reis (C.O.W.L) as the crew unveils exciting new developments and announcements in store for the Massive-verse this year and next.

Image Comics Presents: In Conversation with Brian K. Vaughan & Cliff Chiang
4PM – 4:45 p.m.
Room 1B02

Join us for an in-depth conversation with master storyteller Brian K. Vaughan and Cliff Chiang, the team behind the smash-hit Paper Girls, as the two share details about working in comics together. There may be a surprise or two for those in attendance. Moderated by Jim Viscardi, VP of Business Development at Image Comics.

—SUNDAY OCTOBER 11—

Image Comics Presents: Let’s Talk Comics podcast LIVE & the Future of Comics!
12:30PM – 1:15 p.m.
Room 1C03

Join Tony Fleecs (Stray Dogs, The Princess Murders), Mirka Andolfo (Sweet Paprika, Merciless), Franklin Jonas (Fireborn), and Eric Zawadzki (Assorted Crisis Events) for a live episode of the official Image Comics Podcast: Let’s Talk Comics! Fans can expect an unfiltered conversation about breaking rules, building worlds, and telling stories only they could create. Expect behind-the-scenes stories, sneak peeks at upcoming projects, and plenty of insight into how the creator-owned spirit keeps Image at the forefront of the industry. Moderated by Jim Viscardi, VP of Business Development at Image Comics.

IMAGE COMICS CREATORS IN ARTIST ALLEY

Alberto Jiménez Alburquerque — A33
Alex Segura — F31
Arthur Adams — D16
Bengal — E22
Bilquis Evely — H31
Brett Bean — G29
Brian Azzarello — I43
Charles Soule — F41
Che Grayson — H37
Chris Condon — F13
Cliff Chiang — L39
Conor Hughes — J26
Dan Mora — L08
Daniel Henriques — G41
Daniel Warren Johnson — K41
David Finch — E16
Declan Shalvey — J03
Deniz Camp — H42
Dustin Nguyen — K14
Erik Larsen — B16
Ethan Sacks — I38
Greg Capullo — G44
Ian Bertram — K39
Jacob Phillips — J16
Jacoby Salcedo — E41
Jae Lee — C27
Jason Aaron — H44
Jason Howard — F38
Jerome Opeña — L03
Jim Zub — I-33, A-33
Jock — H41
Jonathan Glapion — G42
Joshua Hixson — F10
Joshua Williamson — H33
Justin Jordan — C24
Kyle Higgins — G34
Luana Vecchio — C08
Mahmud Asrar — D20
Marc Silvestri — I44
Martin Morazzo — A30
Martin Simmonds — F05
Matt Wilson — H16
Max Fiumara — K18
Melissa Flores — F35
Mirka Andolfo — E31
Nick Dragotta — L41
Pornsak Pichetshote — H38
Rod Reis — D21
Rodney Barnes — L06
Ryan Browne — F40
Ryan Stegman — F43
Sanford Greene — K40
Sean Gordon Murphy — D01
Sean Phillips — J15
Tate Brombal — F12
Terry Dodson — D30
Tom King — H30
Tony Fleecs — G36
Top Cow Productions — B17
Tyler Boss — F09
Valentine De Landro — A41
Whilce Portacio — C06
William Harms — F39

NYCC 2026: AC Pop Comics reveals an exclusive Something Is Killing the Children #50 Blind Bag

New York Comic Con

AC Pop Comics is heading to New York Comic Con 2026 with an exclusive Something Is Killing the Children #50 Blind Bags. Limited to 4,000 bags, each features 3 unique books per bag. Each blind bag retails for $60.

AC Pop Comics’ blind bags feature six covers by Kael Ngu, Federico Mele, Bjorn Barends, John Giang, Ejikure, and Stephen Segovia, each in three variations.

Signings: Mele, Barends, Giang, and Segovia will be attending NYCC, so fans can get their books signed right out of the bag. AC Pop Comics will have artists stopping by our booth, #4541, to sign pulls.

Chase variants include:

Giang glow-in-the-dark, limited to 250
Segovia black, white, and red spot foil, limited to 300
Mele bloody spot foil, limited to 350

NYCC 2026: Hasbro reveals an All-New G.I. Joe Classified Series Dreadnok Flatline

Hasbro is gearing up for New York Comic Con with an official reveal of the G.I. Joe Classified Series #232, Dreadnok Flatline action figure! 

Flatline joins the G.I. Joe Classified Series with seven character-inspired accessories including his iconic bone saw “Chin Chopper” and defibrillator hammer called “The Clinker,”  bringing the Dreadnoks’ questionably qualified, grape soda-loving medic to life with premium articulation and display-ready detail.

G.I. JOE CLASSIFIED SERIES #232, DREADNOK FLATLINE

(HASBRO | Ages 4 years & up | Pre-Order Tuesday, October 13 at 1PM ET; Available Early 2027) 

G.I. Joe is a highly skilled, on-demand, special operations force of men and women from around the globe tasked with defending the world from Cobra, a ruthless criminal organization bent on total domination. Wherever there’s trouble, G.I. Joe is there. New to the G.I. Joe Classified Series line, Flatline comes ready for adventure, with multiple points of articulation for high poseability, perfect for shelf display, posing, and photography. This Flatline figure contains 7 character-inspired accessory pieces including hood, backpack generator, power cord, bone saw “Chin Chopper,” defibrillator hammer “The Clinker,” medical textbook, and weapon accessory. To supplement his failing Millville, NY veterinarian clinic, Dr. Thomas Tinker resorted to providing back alley medical care for the Dreadnoks who found common ground with Flatline’s espoused belief in the antiseptic properties of grape soda. Though they’re not certain he’s properly licensed to be a doctor, a vet, or anything at all to be honest. 

Look for other G.I. Joe figures and toys to build your roster of heroic G.I. Joe’s and Cobra villains (Each sold separately. Subject to availability.).

  • A stylized action figure of a soldier holding a chainsaw, depicted in a dynamic pose with sparks flying around, set against a gritty, urban background.
  • A close-up of an action figure holding a yellow surgical manual titled 'SURGERY' with the subtitle 'ILL-INFORMED', surrounded by a scattered pile of bricks.
  • A dynamic action figure of a warrior with a chainsaw stands triumphantly on a green dumpster, set against a backdrop of colorful lighting and sparks.
  • A dynamic action figure of a muscular character with a hood and an armored outfit, wielding a chainsaw, set against a backdrop of colorful sparks and debris.
  • A detailed action figure wearing a gas mask, holding a chainsaw, with dynamic lighting effects in the background.
  • A muscular action figure in tactical gear kneels on a rubble-strewn floor, holding a red and black canister. The figure wears a green hood and a mask, with a backdrop of an abandoned, partially destroyed building.
  • Action figure of a muscular character wielding a chainsaw and a handgun, dressed in tactical gear with a hood, standing amid an urban debris-filled environment.
  • A close-up of an action figure with muscular arms, wearing a tactical outfit, holding a weapon, and featuring a red and black backpack with tanks.
  • A muscular action figure in tactical gear, equipped with a chainsaw and other tools, running through a debris-strewn area with a chain-link fence in the background.
  • Close-up of a toy figure displaying a red handheld gaming device with 'GAME OVER' on the screen, attached to a textured black belt with studs.
  • A close-up of an action figure wearing a helmet and goggles, holding a large hammer above its head.
  • Close-up of a muscular action figure wearing a tactical vest and mask, holding a weapon with cables attached, set against a blurred background.
  • Close-up of an action figure in tactical gear, holding a tool with both hands, set against a blurred background.
  • Close-up of a detailed action figure holding a high-tech gadget, wearing a mask and tactical gear, with a blurred background.
  • Action figure of a heavily armed character holding a chainsaw and a gun, with dramatic lighting and a blurred background.

KAYOU + Hasbro Unveil New My Little Pony Cards to Collect, Play, and Connect

 KAYOU came to the U.S. with a promise to be “Here for the Superfans.” One year after making its stateside debut at New York Comic Con, China’s No. 1 trading card company is returning alongside Hasbro, a leading games, IP and toy company, with new My Little Pony cards and fan experiences that bring collecting, art, storytelling and play together.

The celebration extends well beyond the convention floor with three new releases for U.S. fans: My Little Pony Friendship Eternal Cards – Moon Edition 4, arriving early at NYCC before its nationwide retail release Oct. 16; Nightmare Night Trading Card Game Booster Packs, available now and featured at NYCC; and Hearth’s Warming Eve TCG Booster Packs, arriving at retail Oct. 30.

At New York Comic Con (Oct. 8–11), those new releases are just the beginning. Fans can go behind the creative process during a special “Chase the Magic” panel, witness the reveal of an original fan-created Pony transformed into a KAYOU card, score a first-of-its-kind NYCC-exclusive collectible, learn to play and compete in the My Little Pony TCG, and immerse themselves in the world of KAYOU and My Little Pony.

New KAYOU Cards Celebrate Friendship, Magic and Traditions of Equestria

KAYOU’s newest releases give My Little Pony fans more to discover across both collectible cards and TCG play.

My Little Pony Friendship Eternal Cards – Moon Edition 4 gives collectors new ways to reimagine their favorite Ponies across 162 unique cards and 10 rarity tiers, each with its own distinctive visual treatment—from dazzling rainbow forms on ZR cards to shadowed alter egos on SC cards and magical universes filled with colorful planets and shooting stars on LSR cards.

For fans who want to put their cards into play, two seasonal My Little Pony Trading Card Game Booster Packs add new cards to collect, trade and bring to their TCG starter decks:

●Nightmare Night, available now, turns Equestria’s spookiest night into a playful TCG adventure filled with mysterious creatures, Pony costumes and plenty of mischief. The release features 190 cards across 13 rarity tiers.

●Hearth’s Warming Eve, arriving Oct. 30, celebrates one of Equestria’s most cherished traditions with festive fun, cozy winter moments and the magic of friendship across 197 cards and 14 rarity tiers.

The new releases will roll out at Target, Walmart, Best Buy, GameStop, Barnes & Noble, Amazon, TikTok Shop and select local hobby stores across the U.S. NYCC attendees can get an early look inside the KAYOU Walls of Fandom at Booth #1143.

Go Behind the Cards: “Chase the Magic” Comes Full Circle at NYCC

How does a beloved My Little Pony character or story make the leap from Equestria to a collectible card? And what happens when a lucky fan gets to create a Pony of their own?

On Thursday, Oct. 8, from 3:15–4 p.m. ET in Room 406.2, KAYOU and Hasbro will take fans behind the cards during “Chase the Magic: Celebrating One Year of KAYOU & My Little Pony,” a special panel celebrating the stories, artistry and fandom behind KAYOU’s first year of My Little Pony trading cards in the U.S.—and offering a glimpse at what comes next.

Hosted by Rubin Ervin, announcer and audience warm-up host for Family Feud, the panel will bring together David Abdelmaseih, winner of KAYOU’s inaugural Chase the Magic campaign; Cheng Chang, Head of Collectible Card Studio at KAYOU; Claire O’Sullivan, Senior Manager, Global Consumer Marketing at Hasbro; and Andy Price, comic illustrator for My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic.

Together, they’ll pull back the curtain on the journey from story to sketch to finished card, exploring how beloved My Little Pony characters and stories inspire KAYOU’s creative process – and how KAYOU transforms that inspiration into collectibles that give fans new ways to connect with the world of Equestria.

The panel will also bring KAYOU’s inaugural Chase the Magic campaign full circle as David Abdelmaseih and Andy Price unveil the oversized KAYOU collectible card featuring the original Pony they created together—a one-of-a-kind keepsake for Abdelmaseih as the campaign winner. Attendees will also get an exclusive sneak peek at what’s next for KAYOU and My Little Pony—and a first tease of what’s ahead when Chase the Magic returns in 2027.

Fans can also get to know Equestria’s newest Pony at KAYOU (Booth #1143). Meet Bannanie Bloom and follow her journey from fan-inspired idea to one-of-a-kind Pony through a special “From Sketch to Card” exhibit, featuring David Abdelmasieh’s original inspiration, Andy Price’s early sketches and the final artwork.

The Mane Six Come Together for a First-of-Its-Kind KAYOU NYCC Collectible

The Mane Six are heading back to Equestria in BOOM! Studios’ new comic series, My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic, written by Seanan McGuire and illustrated by Amy Mebberson – and KAYOU is marking the occasion with a collectible first.

BOOM! Studios and KAYOU have teamed up to create the KAYOU × BOOM! × My Little Pony NYCC Exclusive Cover Card, the first oversized KAYOU card ever offered for purchase.

Measuring 6” x 8”—more than twice the size of a standard KAYOU card—the collectible features the Mane Six intertwined among blooming purple roses in shimmering, storybook-style artwork with celestial and ornate golden details.

Bundled with an early release copy of the new comic, which launches Nov. 11, the NYCC-exclusive collectible will be available for $25 at KAYOU (Booth #1143) and BOOM! Studios (Booth #3235) during New York Comic Con, while supplies last.

Pony Day Brings My Little Pony TCG Play to NYCC

Fans can take their fandom from collecting to gameplay at Pony Day @ PPG, a hands-on My Little Pony TCG experience presented by KAYOU and Pro-Play Games (PPG) at Booth #1271 in Side Quest Hall 1E.

Learn-to-Play Demos introduce newcomers to the game—no cards or supplies required. Each participant will receive a My Little Pony TCG blind pack promo card featuring one of the Mane Six, while supplies last. Sessions take place 5–6 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 2–3 p.m. Sunday.

Immediately following, the Inspo Pack Battle Tournament invites up to 16 players per tournament to open packs and compete in a single-elimination format. Participants keep every pack they open and receive a My Little Pony TCG Halloween Treat Token promo card, with a Pony Day Sleeve Pack awaiting the winner. Tournaments take place 6–7 p.m. Thursday through Saturday and 3–4 p.m. Sunday; entry is $15 per player.

Fans can pre-register online, with onsite signups also available as space permits.

Even More My Little Pony at KAYOU Booth #1143

Throughout NYCC, fans can experience even more My Little Pony at the KAYOU booth, including all-day guided TCG Learn-to-Play sessions and an appearance by comic illustrator Andy Price, who will create original pencil head sketches for 20 fans on Thursday, Oct. 8 from 12–2 p.m. ET, first come, first served. Learn-to-Play participants will receive a My Little Pony TCG blind pack promo card featuring one of the Mane Six, while supplies last.

  • Image of various My Little Pony trading card game products, including a box for Friendship Eternal Cards - Moon Edition 4, Hearth's Warming Eve, and Nightmare Night, featuring colorful designs and characters from the series.
  • A collectible box set of My Little Pony featuring Friendship Eternal Cards, with a prominent Rarity design on the front. The set includes a pack of cards, showcasing various characters like Twilight Sparkle, Pinkie Pie, Rainbow Dash, and others on colorful backgrounds.
  • My Little Pony card game packaging featuring colorful characters and holiday-themed decorations.
  • My Little Pony card game 'Nightmare Night' box featuring various characters and a Twilight Sparkle trading card, alongside a sealed booster pack.
  • A promotional graphic for New York Comic Con 2026 featuring four individuals: David Abdelmaseih, Cheng Chang, Claire O'Sullivan, and Andy Price, celebrating the first anniversary of KAYOU and My Little Pony. Includes the event title 'Chase the Magic'.
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