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WEBTOON and IDW Publishing team for digital webcomics

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WEBTOON Entertainment Inc is partnering with IDW Publishing to bring some of the publisher’s most popular franchises to WEBTOON. The partnership will make WEBTOON’s English-language platform the exclusive digital home of newly reformatted webcomic versions of Godzilla: Unnatural Disasters, Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees,and They Called Us Enemy. The first batch of titles from WEBTOON’s IDW slate will launch on April 25, with additional titles to be announced at a later date. 

The first titles in WEBTOON’s slate of digital comic adaptations with IDW Publishing include:

  • Godzilla: Unnatural Disaster  –​The three-part saga featuring Godzilla’s iconic rogues gallery, epic kaiju battles, and a thrilling adventure spanning different time periods – including a trip to the underworld.
  • Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees  –​A dark and twisted tale about Samantha, a small-town bear who lives a double life. By day, she’s the helpful hardware store owner, and by night, she’s a serial killer.
  • They Called Us Enemy  –​The graphic memoir follows actor George Takei as he revisits his haunting childhood in American concentration camps during World War II in a gripping tale of courage, country, loyalty, and love.

Celebrating 10 years of Stephen McCranie’s Space Boy

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In 2015, Webtoon hosted its first talent search contest in which cartoonist Stephen McCranie entered the beginnings of his work on his coming-of-age sci-fi opera, Space Boy. Since winning that contest, the Space Boy webcomic has continued its run, garnering almost 500,000 readers, over 91 million views, over 350 episodes, and has been collected by Dark Horse into 20 volumes so far, with more on the way.

David Shinook Lee, Webtoon advisor and previous editor on Space Boy, shares his favorite moments from Space Boy and also celebrates the series’ anniversary:

Space Boy was the winner of WEBTOON’s first global contest, and I’ll never forget the poignant scene where Amy, experiencing Earth for the first time, weeps at the sight of a bird in flight. It’s moments like these that explain why the series not only won our inaugural contest but has continued to resonate with so many space cadets over the past decade, enriching our lives with its joy and wisdom. On this 10th anniversary, I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Stephen, a true pioneer and masterful storyteller.

McCranie shares his thoughts on the series’ lasting power:

Are we alone in the universe? Are we alone as we eat lunch in the school cafeteria? Space Boy is my attempt to answer both of those questions, not just for my audience, but for myself. After ten years of dialoguing with my characters, the answer we have uncovered so far is that you are not alone in feeling alone and that, wherever you are, love can cross light years to reach you.

And Dark Horse editor Brett Israel also adds:

Stephen’s work continues to be powerful and immersive throughout this run, and I cannot wait for what comes next (and I’m guessing it’ll make me tear up). Space Boy Volume 1 was one of the first projects I worked on in my time at Dark Horse, so I feel like I’ve been growing up professionally with this story. Congratulations to Stephen on this artistic achievement!

Space Boy Volumes 1-20 are now available wherever books are sold and volumes 21 and 22 are now available for preorder. Stay tuned for more Space Boy and, in the meantime, join Dark Horse in celebrating ten years of the beloved coming-of-age tale!

Space Boy

Preview: Nomads: The Sand Kingdom Book 2

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Nomads: The Sand Kingdom Book 2

(W) Captain Juuter (A/CA) Captain Juuter
In Shops: Feb 26, 2025
SRP: $12.99

Lance, Saber and Satra have finally arrived in the Sand Kingdom, ready for the next chapter of their adventure! However, their quest takes an unexpected twist when a seemingly harmless shopping spree plunges them into a web of chaos and mischief. Mistaken identities and a comedy of errors result in the trio facing the wrath of the law, with bounty hunters hot on their trail.

As the stakes escalate, it’s not just the hunters who want a piece of the action, but Kings Guard secret agents as well. With danger closing in from all sides, the trio must forge alliances with both familiar faces and eccentric new companions. Each step forward reveals a new challenge, and they soon realize that the greatest threat may lie in the shadows, waiting to pounce…with a shocking identity that will be revealed!

Creator Captain Juuter continues the fan favorite Webtoon series in print form with this new edition collecting episodes 24-53 of Nomads!

Nomads: The Sand Kingdom Book 2

The Boxer Vol. 9 emphasizes the monster that K is and the monsters he wants to create

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Yu has almost conquered the boxing world, and all that’s left is to defeat Aaron Tide and claim the heavyweight belt. But before their long-awaited match, Tide’s sudden retirement throws a wrench in that plan. Despite the setback, K continues to prepare Yu as if the fight will happen. He knows the inner workings of Aaron’s heart ―and he’s sure that this isn’t a battle his former pupil can simply run away from. And a surprise visitor to Aaron’s front doorstep could be the push he needs to enter the ring for one last brawl…

Covering chapters 78 to 86

Story: JH
Art: JH
Translation: Webtoon
Letterer: Adnazeer Macalangcom

Get your copy now! To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

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Webtoon and Discord Continue Partnership with In-App Reading Event

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Webtoon, the world’s largest digital comics platform, and Discord, the voice, video, and text communications platform, have announced a continuation of their partnership with the launch of an in-app reading event.

  • Eligible fans who ​​​​explore the first ten episodes of one of the biggest Webtoon Originals series, “School Bus Graveyard,” and find Wumpus twice will receive a one-month trial of Discord Nitro. 
  • The promotion will run from December 4, 2024, to December 25, 2024.
  • This promotion is available for users who have not had an active Discord Nitro membership, redeemed a separate Discord Nitro trial, or accepted a Discord Nitro membership gift in the last 12 months.

The initial partnership saw the launch of the original webcomic miniseries “Wumpus Wonderventures” from Ringo Award-winning studio Merryweather Media, with the four-episode series accumulating 6.3M views.

Webtoon seeks webcomic superstars with new “Webcomic Legends” contest featuring $1 million in prizes

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Webtoon 2025 Contest Webcomic Legends

Webtoon Entertainment Inc. is on the hunt for the next wave of visionary webcomic creators with “Webcomic Legends,” a new contest with over USD $1 million in prizes. The contest will highlight emerging talent on Webtoon’s Canvas platform, rewarding 40 outstanding webcomics with cash prizes and the opportunity to join the Webtoon Originals program. 

Launching in March 2025, creators from around the world can submit to “Webcomic Legends” on Webtoon’s English language Canvas platform. Future legends can submit stories across four genre categories:

  • Most Epic (Action/Fantasy)
  • Most Feels (Romance/Drama)
  • Most Laughs (Comedy/Slice of Life)
  • Most Gripping (Horror/Thriller/Mystery/Supernatural)

Entries will be evaluated by a combination of scoring from a panel of expert judges, including Webtoon’s in-house editorial team and select Webtoon Originals creators, and audience appeal and engagement. 

The “Webcomic Legends” prize breakdown includes:

  • Grand Prize Winner (1): a total of $150,000
  • Genre Winners (3): a total of$100,000 each
  • Genre Finalists (12): a total of $35,000 each
  • Genre Runner-Ups (24): a total of $5,500 each

In addition to the cash prizes, all 40 winners will have the chance to pitch their title to join the Webtoon Originals lineup, where they can develop their series as an ongoing story with the support of the Webtoon editorial team. 

Tapas Unveils an Exclusive Solo Leveling: Ragnarok Webcomic Series Ahead of the Anime’s Second Season

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Tapas Entertainment has announced the upcoming release of Solo Leveling: Ragnarok, an exclusive webcomic series launching on November 11, 2024, only on Tapas. Set in the beloved Solo Leveling universe, this highly anticipated series arrives just as the global phenomenon prepares for the second season of its hit anime adaptation, premiering on Crunchyroll this December. As fans worldwide eagerly await the anime’s return, Solo Leveling: Ragnarok offers an exhilarating continuation of the saga, introducing fresh depth and new challenges for readers to explore.

This is the first new Solo Leveling comic release since the passing of DUBU, the original series artist whose brilliant work brought Solo Leveling to life and earned him admiration from fans worldwide.

The storyline follows Sung Suho, son of the legendary Sung Jinwoo, as he faces a new and terrifying threat in the aftermath of the death of one of the creators of the multiverse, the Absolute Ones. With a dangerous power vacuum now destabilizing reality, gates once again open to release fearsome monsters into Earth’s dimension. Suho, now tasked with saving the world, must conquer the perilous shadow dungeon and confront his father’s powerful legacy in this action-packed continuation.

The original story is written by acclaimed author Daul, known for thrilling action-fantasy tales such as Dungeon Reset and Infinite Reset. With Solo Leveling: Ragnarok, Daul delivers the same heart-pounding excitement, emotional depth, and epic adventure that fans of the Solo Leveling series have come to love. Daul’s Dungeon Reset has been recognized as one of the most successful series on Kakao Page, and Solo Leveling: Ragnarok is set to further solidify Daul’s international acclaim.

Bringing this story to life is the renowned Redice Studio, whose stunning artistry has become synonymous with the Solo Leveling franchise. Known for their intricate detail and dynamic action sequences, Redice Studio continues to raise the bar, ensuring every scene is visually immersive and emotionally gripping.

As the Solo Leveling anime prepares for its blockbuster second season, Tapas is beyond excited to expand the universe with this exclusive new webcomic. With Solo Leveling: Ragnarok, fans are in for an unparalleled, pulse-pounding journey that further cements the series as a towering force in modern fantasy storytelling. Prepare for an epic adventure like no other—mark November 11, 2024, as Solo Leveling: Ragnarok takes the world by storm with new episodes released weekly, exclusively on Tapas!

Solo Leveling: Ragnarok

Castle Swimmer Vol. 1 has an interesting concept and some good moments but overall, rather slow

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From the moment Kappa tumbles into existence on the ocean floor, his life’s purpose is already decided for him: He is the Beacon, a light to all sea creatures, and destined to fulfill their many prophesies. In high demand and under immense pressure, Kappa quickly realizes that fame and glory are small compensation for a life of predetermined self-sacrifice.

Episodes 1-19 of Webtoon’s Castle Swimmer Season 1 is collected in this stunning graphic novel, which also includes a never-before-seen bonus chapter featuring Kappa and Siren.

Story: Wendy Martin
Art: Wendy Martin

Get your copy now! To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

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Ten Speed Graphic provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review
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The Boxer Vol. 8 is another amazing volume with some small flaws

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Yu’s bloody beatdown against Fabrizio is interrupted at the end by the appearance of an unexpected guest, the boxer J. This legend is not only making his grand return into the world of boxing, but also to Yu, asking him to remember when they first met. K seethes at the sight of his grand finale ruined, but his line of sight isn’t against J―yet. He wants Yu to challenge his last pupil, and possibly the greatest boxer in the world―Aaron Tide. But before Yu can do that, he must first get through a gauntlet of even more fighters.

Covering chapters 68 to 77

Story: JH
Art: JH
Translation: Webtoon
Letterer: Adnazeer Macalangcom

Get your copy now! To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

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Yen Press provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review
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Around the Tubes

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The weekend is almost here! What geeky things are you all doing? Sound off in the comments below! While you think about that, here’s some comic news and a review from around the web to start the day.

CBR – WEBTOON Targets 170 Piracy Sites With Combined 100+ Million Page Visits – Got to protect that stock value.

Kotaku – Fortnite’s Marvel-Based Season Has A Secret Gwenpool Quest! – Cool?

Review

The Beat – Pearl

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