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NYCC 2026: Horror Takes Over with IDW Goes Dark

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Logo design featuring the text 'IDW Goes Dark' with a stylized font and graphic elements.

New York Comic Con week has arrived! IDW Publishing will be at the show with can’t-miss signings and exclusives at booth #4551, plus a panel that’ll have the entire industry talking (Friday morning, 11:15am in room 406.2). To celebrate the big show, IDW has at least one major announcement planned for every single weekday. While they can’t spoil any secrets (yet), they have teased there will be big news for fans of Star Trek, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, horror, and a major reveal they cannot wait to declassify during the panel.

To kick off the week-long celebration, IDW’s infecting its entire publishing line with the ambitious initiative IDW Goes Dark. The best-selling horror print is taking over with a truly sinister selection of new horror comics throughout all of 2027, featuring Hello Kitty, Sonic the Hedgehog, Godzilla, Star Trek, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles, and new original nightmares from the imprint.

The terrifying takeover with IDW Goes Dark will also feature A Quiet Place: Rising Tides, The Twilight Zone, Any Given Smile, Event Horizon: Pandemonium, as well as the upcoming already-announced originals Fatal Fest and Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees: The Summer and the Fall. Fans at NYCC, don’t miss the exclusive ashcans for Fatal Fest #1 and You’ll Never Leave This Place Alive #1 at the IDW booth before they sell out.

More details lurk in the shadows for now, but IDW has teased there will be a spine-tingling surprise for horror fans at the IDW panel this Friday

Preview: Star Trek: Holo-ween II #1

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Star Trek: Holo-ween II #1

(W) Alex Segura (A) Bailie Rosenlund

A Halloween mystery unfolds on Deep Space 9!

On the eve of a high-stakes diplomatic summit, Deep Space 9 is thrown into chaos by a sudden communications blackout and a string of deeply unsettling incidents. With senior leadership called away, Worf, Dax, Odo, and Bashir must hold the station together as tensions rise among visiting dignitaries.

Then, a distressed starship arrives with explosive claims — and one member of the DS9 crew stands accused of murder. As suspicion spreads and paranoia takes hold, a creeping sense of dread settles over the Promenade. And somewhere inside the station’s holosuites, something has gone terrifyingly wrong…

A locked-station thriller begins here.

Cover of the comic book 'Star Trek: Holo-Ween', featuring an illustration of various Star Trek characters in a circular frame, surrounded by spooky and colorful cosmic backgrounds.
Cover page for 'Star Trek: Holo-Ween' featuring title and list of contributors including writers, artists, and editorial team.
An illustration of Lieutenant Commander Jadzia Dax from Star Trek, standing in a chaotic scene aboard Deep Space 9. She wears a Starfleet uniform and appears concerned while observing a crowded diplomatic gathering.
A comic page featuring two characters discussing tension and alerts in a sci-fi setting. One character is interacting with a control panel while the other walks down a corridor. Dialogue bubbles express their concerns about the situation and the unpredictability of technology.
A comic panel featuring two men discussing concerns about a character named Quark. The first man expresses frustration about a previous incident and anticipates Quark's complaints. The second man reflects humorously on his own boredom, leading to a sudden noise from the hallway, suggesting tension or urgency.
A comic page depicting a diplomatic summit in a futuristic setting with several characters in discussion. A Klingon character stands out, engaged in a conversation with others, while expressions convey tension and concern about the state of peace among different factions in the galaxy.
A comic panel featuring characters from a sci-fi series in a bar setting. The first panel shows Dax speaking to Sisko, while Worf and Bashir are also present. The second panel depicts Worf questioning a superstition, and Bashir responding. The third panel shows Bashir looking at a device with concern. The fourth panel illustrates some electrical effects creating tension, with a character in distress.

Preview: Star Trek: Lower Decks, Vol. 3: Second Second Contact

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Star Trek: Lower Decks, Vol. 3: Second Second Contact

Written by Tim Sheridan
Art by Vernon Smith
September 29, 2026
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A whole planet’s population is missing—and it’s up to Captain Freeman, Tendi, Boimler, Mariner, Rutherford, and crew to recover them while fending off the alien invaders who wish them deader than dead.

It’s time for a long-overdue second contact with the species with whom the U.S.S. Cerritos made its first first contact: the Laapeerians. But when the crew arrives on Laapeeria bearing gifts, Freeman and company are shocked to discover the entire planet has been abandoned! While all the dwellings and infrastructure remain, there isn’t a soul to be found… Where have all the Laapeerians gone? And do the Laapoonians on the planet next door know anything about it?

Cover of 'Star Trek: Lower Decks - Second Second Contact' featuring animated characters in Starfleet uniforms with a starship backdrop.
A comic panel depicting characters in a sci-fi setting, with two characters talking about a cargo shipment while another character checks a device. The scene features a futuristic background and playful dialogue about a mysterious box.
A comic strip showing a group of animated characters discussing a mix-up with a domestic android kit. One character looks surprised while another gestures, and a third appears skeptical about the situation.
A comic strip depicting a group of animated characters in a spaceship environment discussing tasks, technology, and interactions with an alien species. Characters are shown in various panels engaged in conversation about diagnostics, social interactions, and planning for a mission.
A comic strip featuring characters engaged in a humorous conversation about a malfunctioning device. One character is installing components while another expresses concern over the upgrade. The tone is light-hearted and playful, featuring exaggerated expressions and dialogue.
A comic panel depicting a humorous sci-fi scene with various characters in a spaceship environment. One character, Lieutenant Mariner, is hiding, while others are engaged in comedic dialogue about their situation. The background features futuristic technology and elements typical of a starship.
A colorful comic strip depicting characters in a space-themed setting, engaged in a board game. Several characters express excitement and confusion, with dialogue bubbles illustrating their conversations. One character is shown with a diagnostic tool, experiencing a malfunction, causing chaos among the group.

Star Trek #1 helps launch the franchise into the next 60 years

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Star Trek #1

The Enterprise-G is on a desperate mission beyond the known Galaxy to relocate the dying Revlavan people when its crew finds a perfect new home in a region of unknown space called the Epsilon Corridor. Three pristine Class-M worlds—the Trinity—await the refugees. No signs of civilization. No detectable threats. A colonist’s dream. But the dream fractures fast. When Captain Seven of Nine and her divided, fast-tracked crew begin exploring the Trinity, they uncover disturbing contradictions: vanished structures, inexplicable artifacts, time skips, and evidence of a presence Starfleet’s century-old probes never detected. Each world houses a different ecosystem, different physics problems, and different secrets—as if they’ve been curated…or quarantined. But from who? Or what? Star Trek #1 is a hell of a debut with a fantastic story anchored by amazing art.

I’ll admit, I’m not the biggest Star Trek fan. I’ve seen all of the movies multiple times and watched a lot of the television episodes of the various series, but it’s not much watch or must read as far as the comics or books. It wasn’t until Star Trek: The Last Starship that I got invested in a Star Trek franchise where I didn’t want to miss anything. Star Trek #1 might be the start of the second for me. It’s good, really good.

Written by Christopher Cantwell, Star Trek #1 is part of the 60th anniversary celebration of the franchise and balances nostalgia while charting a new course. The Enterprise is back, now with Seven as its Captain and also featuring Jack Crusher, Sidney La Forge, and Lily Sato. It combines an established character like Seven with newer characters that have a legacy that long time Trek fans will appreciate. It celebrates the old and the new and even as a casual fan, I appreciate it and part of the fun, for me, is seeing those names and appreciating the connection. Sato not only has history herself but connects Enterprise and The Last Starship, helping focus this new series on Trek history and a future yet to come.

Beyond the history, even if it wasn’t there, the story itself is engaging and exciting. It takes the Enterprise-G’s crew to a whole new sector to explore, one with new rules and mysteries to discover. The less said, the better as part of the fun is exploring these strange new worlds and anticipating what’s to come. It’s a comic that embraces the idea of Star Trek exploring new worlds, meeting new civilizations, and and underlying theme of the hope the best of humanity can deliver.

The art by Dennis Menheere is jaw-dropping. With lettering by Jodie Troutman that enhances so many moments, the style for the comic is amazing. Great character designs captures the feel of classic Trek but with updates as well. Small updates to uniforms help cement a new flag being planted, the ships look like the next generation of Starfleet while connecting to those of the past. The comic’s action is beautifully rendered even with the destruction depicted. Even simple transportation just looks cool. Menheere does it all and adds in page layouts that are engaging and really enhance Cantwell’s story. Troutman’s lettering adds so much to the comic as well with a style that captures classic Trek in its choices, it helps immerse the reader even more and connects to what has come before.

Star Trek #1 is a hell of a start that delivers a fantastic story with mesmerizing art. It’s a comic that celebrates the past but also charters a new future for the franchise. It shows you can honor what has come while delivering something new. Most importantly, it’s an engaging debut that has us excited to see what comes next.

Star Trek #1 debuts September 23 with pre-orders due August 17.

Story: Christopher Cantwell Art: Dennis Menheere Letterer: Jodie Troutman
Story: 9.0 Art: 10 Overall: 9.5 Recommendation: Buy

IDW Publishing provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review

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Preview: Star Trek #1

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Star Trek #1

(W) Christopher Cantwell (A) Dennis Menheere

Their mission is new. Their legacy is not.

From the pen of fan-favorite writer Christopher Cantwell (Star Trek: Defiant, Star Trek: Red Shirts) and the brush of psychedelic standout Dennis Menheere (Etheres, Little Nightmares) comes the launch of an all-new flagship… and this time, we’re busting out of the four quadrants.

The Enterprise-G is on a desperate mission beyond the known Galaxy to relocate the dying Avuran people when its crew finds a perfect new home in a region of unknown space called the Epsilon Corridor. Three pristine Class-M worlds — the Trinity — await the refugees. No signs of civilization. No detectable threats. A colonist’s dream. But the dream fractures fast.

When Captain Seven of Nine and her divided, fast-tracked crew begin exploring the Trinity, they uncover disturbing contradictions: vanished structures, inexplicable artifacts, time skips, and evidence of a presence Starfleet’s century-old probes never detected. Each world houses a different ecosystem, different physics problems, and different secrets — as if they’ve been curated… or quarantined. But from who? Or what?

The first arc of Star Trek delivers a prestige, mystery-driven, high-stakes psychological thriller of an opening salvo — new worlds, new species, new existential threats — anchored by Seven, Jack, and Crash La Forge fighting to keep the mission together as the Galaxy’s oldest ghosts awaken.

Cover art for Star Trek comic series featuring diverse characters in Starfleet uniforms against a cosmic background.
Technical display of the U.S.S. Enterprise NCC 1701-G, featuring ship status, personnel credits, and design details in a sci-fi interface style.
A cosmic scene featuring two characters with expressive faces surrounded by vibrant galaxies and stars, illustrating a dramatic dialogue about exploration and the unknown.
A comic panel showing a character holding a hand with a concerned expression on their face, surrounded by dark, moody decor.
A comic book page featuring a starship traveling through space and two characters engaged in dialogue. One character, in a black coat, is near a vehicle while the other character, depicted with bright colors, stands nearby in a thoughtful pose.
A comic panel depicting a character with a distressed expression reaching for help while surrounded by a futuristic, digital environment. The scene includes elements of technology like circuit patterns and vibrant green lighting, suggesting tension and urgency.
A futuristic comic book scene depicting characters in a high-tech environment. One character appears to be unconscious on a table, while another, seemingly alert, communicates with a computer. In the background, a figure is seen suspended in a chamber, and various screens display dialogue and information about a program deletion and a mission update.

Preview: Star Trek: The Last Starship #11

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Star Trek: The Last Starship #11

(W) Jackson Lanzing, Collin Kelly (A) Adrián Bonilla

The penultimate issue!

After decades of struggle, Sato, Kirk, Agnes, Zed, and Valqis have come back together—united to save the Federation from the trap that is the Emerald Chain closing in around them. The tension is high; trust is at an all-time low and has been broken before. They’ve been through hell, and not always on the same side. But Dr. Zed sees a path toward healing.

They’ve all been wrong. They’ve all made mistakes. Now, and only now, does the crew of the U.S.S. Omega have the chance to make it all worth it.

Despite Solara and her demented protégé Osyraa circling ever closer aboard the Emerald Chain flagship, the crew of the Omega are going to build T’Galatheon Gate—and save what little is left of Starfleet..for those who will follow in their footsteps.

Cover art of 'Star Trek: The Last Starship' comic issue 11, featuring an expressive character against a cosmic backdrop, highlighted in vibrant purples and blues.
Cover of the Star Trek comic titled 'The Last Starship', featuring a dynamic design and text summarizing the storyline about the state of the Federation and characters Admiral Sato and James Kirk.
A comic book panel featuring two characters in a tense conversation at a table. One character, with a cybernetic eye and facial marking, expresses the high stakes of a situation. The other character listens intently, highlighting the theme of critical choices and consequences.
Blueprint of a space station designed to direct fleet power and stabilize a space-time anomaly, featuring labeled sections like Operations & Maintenance, Control Room, Deflectors, and Spacecraft Docking Platforms.
A scene from a comic book featuring two alien characters in Starfleet uniforms discussing the status of depleted resources and personnel. One character expresses concern about the lack of dilithium, while another shares updates on various ships and graduates.
A comic book panel depicting a tense dialogue between three characters inside a futuristic setting. One character, with facial tattoos and a concerned expression, confronts another character. A third figure, dressed in an outfit hinting at authority, stands nearby. The background features glowing technological elements.
An illustrated comic panel depicting a tense discussion among three characters, set against a backdrop of spaceships and explosions. One character expresses a strategic concern while another suggests an action plan, highlighting the urgency of their situation.

Preview: Star Trek: 60th Anniversary Special #1

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Star Trek: 60th Anniversary Special #1

(W) David Gerrold, Dana Gould, Brian Michael Bendis, Ryan North, Dave Baker, David F. Walker, Mike McMahan, Meghan Camarena, Chris Fenoglio, Christopher Cantwell (A) JP Buzio, Megan Levens, Michael Gaydos, Derek Charm, Nicole Goux, Esau Escorza, Isaac Escorza, Michael Allred, Mari Rolin, Chris Fenoglio, Isaac Sánchez González

Celebrate 60 years of Star Trek with an anthology collecting all-new stories from a star-studded list of creators, including Brian Michael Bendis, Christopher Cantwell, David Walker, Ryan North, Meghan Camarena, Mike McMahan, Derek Charm, Michael Allred, Laura Allred, and more!

On September 8, 1966, Star Trek debuted on television and changed the landscape of science fiction forever, bringing us not only characters who were inspiring and smart but storytelling that shaped the way people thought about the world. Since then, every Trek show, movie, and comic has endeavored to do the same. In this seven-story collection, IDW thrills, delights, and contextualizes lore with tales from the original series Star Trek, Lower Decks, The Animated Series, Picard, and Starfleet Academy… plus a preview of the all-new Star Trek flagship title launching in 2026. Join us as we make history!

Star Trek: 60th Anniversary Special #1

Preview: Star Trek: Deviations – Evermore #1

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Star Trek: Deviations – Evermore #1

(W) Claudia Gray (A) Andy Price

Quoth the raven… “Evermore.”

This spooky one-shot features Dr. Joseph M’Benga of Star Trek: Strange New Worlds as he encounters various crew members turned characters and creatures from the worlds of Edgar Allan Poe aboard the U.S.S. Enterprise!

Dr. M’Benga’s daughter, Rukiya, has always loved a good bedtime story — especially if that story contains a raven, a beating heart beneath the floorboards, or a deadly plague. But now, on what seems like a night like any other, she’s whisked away by the very fantasies she once delighted in. It’s up to her loving father to beat back the dark and rescue her from a dream within a dream…

Star Trek: Deviations – Evermore #1

Preview: Star Trek: Red Shirts – Ghost of the 21st Century #2

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Star Trek: Red Shirts – Ghost of the 21st Century #2

(W) Gerry Duggan (A) Scott Buoncristiano

Quoth the raven… “Evermore.”

Harry Deubert wasn’t always an “upstanding” member of the Federation. Once upon a time, he was a thief. And a damn good one. Today, he’s a haunted man, spiraling — and all it takes is one good drink and the ripped-open body of his buddy, stuffed with contraband, for him to decide his life as an indentured servant to Section Null is over.

He’s gonna blow whatever this cadaver conspiracy is wide open. Step one? Confronting Chief Officer Miller.

Star Trek: Red Shirts – Ghost of the 21st Century #2

Preview: Star Trek: The Last Starship Vol. 1

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Star Trek: The Last Starship Vol. 1

Authors: Collin Kelly and Jackson Lanzing
Art: Adrián Bonilla
September 8, 2026

A Galaxy Shattered. A Legend Reborn. A New Frontier Begins. After the cataclysmic Burn brings warp travel to a standstill and shatters centuries of unity, the dream of the United Federation of Planets collapses almost overnight. Worlds are cut off. Civilizations tumble. Chaos fills the void where hope once thrived.

Out of this cosmic wreckage rises an unlikely beacon: the U.S.S. Omega a lone vessel crewed by survivors navigating a lawless, uncharted Galaxy nearly 300 years after the fall. With no Federation to guide them, they must carve out a path through the ruins—facing warlords, scavengers, and the raw unknown.

Star Trek: The Last Starship Vol. 1
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