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SDCC 2026: S.G. Blaise returns with Hollow Healer signings and multiple panels

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Award-winning fantasy author S.G. Blaise, creator of The Last Lumenian series and the Hollow Healer animated short film, returns to San Diego Comic-Con 2026. Featuring artist signings of the Hollow Healer comic book, exclusive merch, daily booth giveaways, Blaise’s presence at SDCC will be an unmissable destination for fans of sci-fi, fantasy, and comic books.

Inside the Booth: Hollow Healer Comes to Life Booth 2635 | July 22–26, 2026
S.G. Blaise and Lilac Grove Entertainment unveil the Hollow Healer comic, the highly anticipated springboard prequel that launches fans into the very beginning of the Era Wars—marking a pivotal origin point in the Seven Galaxies universe. This Comic-Con debut sets the stage for a bold new era of storytelling and fan discovery.  S.G. Blaise (author), and three of the comic artists will be on hand for signings.

Attendees can shop the new line of merch—including limited-edition T-shirts, enamel pins, mini posters, stickers, and copies of the Hollow Healer comic.

Cosplayers portraying the Seven Galaxies’ characters will be available for photos, and an interactive giveaway wheel full of fun items  will delight fans of all ages.

Official Announcement of the Bloody Berserker Angel comic from S.G. Blaise & PANICK Comics
In addition, they have announced that, in collaboration with PANICK Entertainment, a bold new chapter of the Seven Galaxies Chronicles comes to life with the creation of The Bloody Berserk Angel, a new comic series currently in development.  S.G. Blaise, Adam Schlagman (editor), and Kris Longo of PANICK Comics will be revealing exclusive storylines at their panel on Saturday, July 25th.

Official Appearances & Media Highlights

  • Signing: Hollow Healer Comic Book Signing
    Thursday, July 23 | 1:00–3:00 PM Booth 2635
    Join Gordon Purcell, Jessica Court, Mariano Nicieza and author S.G. Blaise, as they sign copies of the Hollow Healer comic book.
  • Panel: “Get Your Story Into Comics or Animation!”
    Friday, July 24 | 2:00–3:00 PM
    Marriott Marquis Grand 12/13
    A book, short story, treatment, or work-in-progress script can become a comic or animated project without relying on traditional gatekeepers. Indie creators and producers discuss current pathways for adaptation and production, including building creator-led pipelines and reaching audiences through newer distribution channels. Panelists S. G. Blaise (founder/CCO, Lilac Grove Entertainment), Kris Longo (CEO/publisher, PANICK Publishing), Lesley Worton (president/head of production, Tongal Productions), David Derks (TV executive, cartoonist, and pop culture commentator), Eric Elder (founder/executive producer, OW! Entertainment), Heidi MacDonald (editor-in-chief, Comics Beat), and James David Powell (writer and producer, BlerdHive) share practical guidance on developing, packaging, and positioning projects for comics and animation. Moderated by Yael Tygiel (host, producer, Fanversations).
  • Panel: “Is Your Cat a Dragon in Disguise? Writing Fantasy That Feels Magical”
    Friday, July 24 | 8:00–9:00 PM
    Room 11
    From hidden worlds and legendary creatures to mystery and emotional depth, this panel explores the craft of creating immersive stories that captivate the imagination and awaken a lasting sense of wonder. S.G. Blaise (The Last Lumenian, True Teryn), Jimmy Diggs (Star Trek: Voyager, Alkebulan), James Ganiere (Rekindling Christmas, Space Command), and Neal Hallford (Betrayal at Krondor, Dungeon Siege) discuss fantasy that feels magical. Moderated by Mark O’Bannon (Whiskers, Aia the Barbarian).
  • Panel: “Fangoris & PANICK: Horror Now: Echoes of Fear in Comics and Beyond”
    Saturday, July 25 | 7:00–8:00 PM
    Room 25ABC
    What makes horror hit today? PANICK’s Kris Longo and Kit Caoagas lead a conversation with some of the genre’s most compelling voices, exploring the evolving landscape of fear across comics, film, and beyond. The panel explores craft, trends, and the stories pushing horror forward. Panelists include SG Blaise, Shannon Denton, Dirk Blackman, Rodney Barnes, and more to be announced.

T.A.M.A. #6 wraps up the series in a pretty satisfying way and leaves the door open for more

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TAMA’s evolved into its epic, MEGA FORM! Can Kit, his Mom, and his buddies defeat the formerly cute, now hideous virtual Companimal that’s out to murder everything and everyone? Since no one wants to love TAMA, it’s gotta kill ‘em all!I

Story: Adam Schlagman, Doug Pasko
Art: Daniel HDR
Color: Peter Pantazis
Letterer: Patrick Brosseau

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T.A.M.A. #5 gives a few answers but remains frustrating, campy, horror

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Kit, his friends, and frenemies are on the run from the digital pet that’s gotta kill ‘em all -TAMA. How many will perish at the claws of the deadly virtual Companimal and will anyone live to tell the tale? Plus, what happens when TAMA… EVOLVES?!

Story: Adam Schlagman, Doug Pasko
Art: Daniel HDR
Color: Peter Pantazis
Letterer: Patrick Brosseau

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T.A.M.A. #4 crosses over from campy fun to campy irritation

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The virtual pet that wants to Kill ‘ Em All! The hottest new original book of the year continues as it’s become crystal clear that TAMA’s a murderous beast. As TAMA’s victims become more personal to Kit, can the grieving teen bring himself to turn off his furry fearsome “friend”? And what atrocious tragedy will occur this issue to someone dear to him?

Story: Adam Schlagman, Doug Pasko
Art: Daniel HDR
Color: Peter Pantazis
Letterer: Patrick Brosseau

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T.A.M.A. #3 delivers a killing spree as the kids accept that something is up with their digital pet

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In the previous issue, grieving teen Kit found a new best friend in TAMA – a virtual pet with a dark side. As he bonds with the creature, it begins lashing out violently—forcing Kit to uncover the horrifying truth behind the unreleased COMPANIMALS game. What turned these cute companions into something so vengeful? Is TAMA misunderstood… or truly monstrous?

Story: Adam Schlagman, Doug Pasko
Art: Daniel HDR
Color: Peter Pantazis
Letterer: Patrick Brosseau

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T.A.M.A. #2 ups the body count in some creative ways and keeps us guessing as to how it’s happening

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Following the terrifying events of the hit debut issue of T.A.M.A., Kit continues to bond with his new virtual pet TAMA, a creature willing to do ANYTHING to protect its friend. But TAMA’s not just digital, it can miraculously interact with the real world… with murderous results. As Kit struggles to move on from his dad’s death, how dark of a path will he and TAMA travel… especially when TAMA’s own horrific history is revealed?

Story: Adam Schlagman, Doug Pasko
Art: Daniel HDR
Color: Peter Pantazis
Letterer: Patrick Brosseau

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T.A.M.A. #1 kicks off Panick Entertainment with Gremlins meets Pokemon with over the top gore

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We all had ‘em—virtual pets like Tamagotchis, NeoPets, and Digimon. But what if, after years of neglect, one returned… for revenge? When a grieving, lonely teen stumbles upon an old virtual pet system, he finds comfort. But when gruesome deaths begin to follow, he wonders—could his digital companion be responsible?

Story: Adam Schlagman, Doug Pasko
Art: Daniel HDR
Color: Peter Pantazis
Letterer: Patrick Brosseau

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Exclusive: PANICK Entertainment announces a T.A.M.A. #1 Second Printing Before Release, Featuring Two Brand-New Covers

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We have the exclusive initial reveal that PANICK Entertainment‘s T.A.M.A. #1, the debut issue of its flagship title, is nearly sold out at the distributor level. Due to overwhelming demand from retailers and customers, a second printing is now underway featuring two brand-new variant covers by legendary designer and illustrator Jim Fletcher, paying homage to the iconic style of classic Pokémon trading cards. In addition, the enormously popular Tony Fleecs Cover B videogame homage variant from the first printing will be re-issued in a gorgeous rainbow foil format, also as a 1:10 incentive cover across both second printing variants. This second printing will be exclusively distributed by the Massive Indies section of the Lunar catalog.

Due to continued demand, PANICK is introducing a special 1:10 rainbow foil reprint of the original Cover B. This limited incentive will be available to retailers who order ten combined copies of the second printing’s Cover A and Cover B, with an MSRP of $20.00. The foil edition celebrates the momentum behind T.A.M.A. and gives fans another chance to own a standout version of the launch that’s generating serious buzz.

Written by Adam Schlagman and Doug Pasko, with interior art by Daniel HDR, T.A.M.A. tells the chilling story of Kit, a lonely teen who finds companionship in a mysterious virtual pet device — only to discover it’s connected to a string of gruesome deaths. It’s Pokémon meets Child’s Play, and readers have taken notice.

T.A.M.A. is the kind of series that catches fire because of word of mouth, and clearly, word is spreading fast. We’re beyond grateful to retailers and customers for making our first book such a success, and we assure you that we are just getting started.

-PANICK Publisher and Co-Founder Kris Longo

PANICK’s success with T.A.M.A. is exactly why we created the Massive Indies program — to give independent publishers the tools, infrastructure, and support to break through with bold original series. The impending sell-out and second printing aren’t just a win for PANICK, they’re proof of concept that this partnership works.

-Michael Calero, CEO/Founder of Massive Indies

The second printing will hit shops August 27, 2025, just in time for late-summer conventions and back-to-school buzz. Final order cutoff is July 28, 2025 via Lunar/Massive Indies. Retailers are encouraged to place their reorders quickly, as print runs will be limited.

SDCC 2024: New comic publisher Panick Entertainment debuts!

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After a lot of teasing and hints, Panick Entertainment makes its debut at San Diego Comic-Con 2024. The new publisher is “dedicated to modernizing horror and sci-fi comics for readers and rattling the status quo of genre comic storytelling.”

Panick is headed by Kris Longo, the former publisher of Heavy Metal Magazine and is the CEO. Adam Schlagman, the former DC film exec is the head of studio, and Doug Pasko is COO. Charles Christopher Chiang is the company’s CFO and Mark McCann is the chief creative officer. Chris Ryall is serving as a chief advisor.

Actor/writer David Dastmalchian is launching a new horror title through the publisher with longtime associate Leah Kilpatrick. The comic is a five-issue mini-series.

You can get a first look and find out more details at a San Diego Comic-Con panel taking place this Thursday, 7/25 at 4pm to 5pm in Room 29AB. Check out the description of the panel below:

PANICK Entertainment is a new publisher dedicated to modernizing horror and sci-fi comics for readers and rattling the status quo of genre comic storytelling. Join industry veterans and co-founders

Kris Longo (Heavy Metal, DC Comics), Adam Schlagman (DC Comics; executive producer, Shazam!),

Doug Pasko (executive producer, The Outpost, Mythica 1- 5), and Chief Advisor Chris Ryall (Syzygy/Image) for the first look anywhere at their launch slate of books and projects for late 2024 and 2025, including works from Special Guests Shannon Eric Denton (founder, Monster Forge Productions), Dirk Blackman (writer, Underworld: Rise of the Lycans), Brendan Columbus (writer, Savage Circus), and Tehani Farr (artist, Conan). The first 100 people to arrive will receive a free SDCC exclusive print from PANICK and artist Christopher Lair (artist, Never Never)! And who knows, perhaps a special guest or two may drop in! GET NERVOUS!

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Mercedes-Benz, WB Pictures and DC Launch a New Justice League Comic

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Mercedes-Benz has partnered with Warner Bros. Pictures and DC Entertainment to publish an action-packed digital comic book series as part of Mercedes-Benz’s marketing campaign around the upcoming Justice League film.

Produced exclusively for the Mercedes-Benz Instagram channel, the six standalone stories focus on the private lives and alter egos of Justice League team members, including Bruce Wayne, Diana Prince and more, as they save the day with a little help from their heroic Mercedes vehicles. The series is written by Adam Schlagman who serves as Creative Director, Theatrical at DC Entertainment, and is drawn in the film actors’ likenesses by Jason Badower.

The first story, titled “Joyride,” features Ezra Miller’s Barry Allen and Ray Fisher’s Victor Stone, and can be viewed today on the Mercedes-Benz Instagram. New stories starring Gal Gadot’s Diana Prince, Ben Affleck’s Bruce Wayne, and Jason Momoa’s Arthur Curry will be released on a recurring basis leading up to Justice League’s theatrical release on November 17, 2017.