Jeff Lemire and artist Dustin Nguyen will launch the second story arc of the critically acclaimed series Descender in November.

Previously in Descender, readers met the young robot boy TIM-21 and his companions as they struggled in a universe where androids are outlawed and the skies are all but safe from bounty hunters and other thugs.

In Descender #7, a mysterious figure from TIM-21’s past emerges and sends shockwaves through the galaxy.

The second arc is called “Machine Moon,” and the title is a bit of a hint. We will see the hidden home world of the Hardwire, the robot resistance. More specifically, TIM-21, Telsa, Quon, and the gang will be brought there. But not all of TIM’s companions will make it that far. The story arc also delves deeper into the origin of TIM-22 and what makes him and TIM-21 unique from one another and what their existence means to one another and to the larger mystery. And on top of that we will be introduced to a MAJOR new character.

Descender #7 cover A by Dustin Nguyen (Diamond code SEP150502) hits stores Wednesday, November 4th. Cover B by Lesley-Anne Green (Diamond code SEP150503) will feature a 3-D photo cover, and will also be available on Wednesday, November 4th.