Brace yourself for a groundbreaking dive into crime drama. Mad Cave Studios has announced the forthcoming series, Sanction! This unique tale—crafted by the critically-acclaimed Eisner, Harvey, and Joe Shuster award nominee, Ray Fawkes, and brought to life by the mesmerizing artistry of Antonio Fuso—delves into the chilling realm of a totalitarian regime, with a vivid portrayal the characters’ descent into the oppressive system they navigate.

Leningrad, 1987. When a woman’s corpse is discovered on New Year’s Day, a hungover Detective Pavel Smirnoff hands off the case to his partner, Detective Boris Dimitrovich, hoping he’ll close it without fuss. Instead, Dimitrovich uncovers a connection to an old, unsolved crime, dragging them both into an investigation that puts their careers – and possibly their lives – at risk.

A truly immersive visual experience for crime and horror fans, Sanction #1 drops May 15. Colors by Dave Sharpe and letters Emilio Lecce. Cover A by Dan Panosian and cover B by Ray Fawkes.