Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have revealed interior pages and the lineup of variant covers for Void Rivals #30. From the phenomenal creative team of writer Robert Kirkman, artist Andrei Bressan, colorist Dee Cunniffe, and letterer Rus Wooton, the Quintesson War story arc finale lands in comic book shops on May 27, 2026.
THE QUINTESSON WAR is at its end! Sacrifices are made! Lives are lost! Life on the Sacred Ring will be changed forever! The most cataclysmic story of the Energon Universe ends here! (Next issue we’ll check in on Skuxxoid to provide a bit of a breather, you’re going to need it!)
Void Rivals #30 will feature a main cover by Lorenzo De Felici, along with a lineup of variant covers including an open-to-order cover by Andrei Bressan and Adriano Lucas, an open to order cover by Ben Oliver,a 1:25 incentive variant by Yasmine Putri, and a 1:50 incentive variant by Chuma Hill.
The full list of covers is below:
Void Rivals #30 Cover A by Lorenzo De Felici (Lunar Code: 0326IM0404)
Void Rivals #30 Cover B by Andrei Bressan & Adriano Lucas (Lunar Code: 0326IM0404)
Void Rivals #30 Cover C by Ben Oliver (Lunar Code: 0326IM0406)
Void Rivals#30 Cover D (1:25 Copy Incentive) by Yasmine Putri (Lunar Code: 0326IM0407)
Void Rivals#30 Cover E (1:50 Copy Incentive) by Chuma Hill (Lunar Code: 0326IM0408)
Skybound and Image Comics have announced a bold new Ghost Pepper story arc from creator/writer/artist/letterer Ludo Lullabi and colorist Adriano Lucas. Ghost Pepper #13 will kick off the next chapter in the spiciest action series on shelves and will arrive in comic book shops on July 29, 2026.
Ghost Pepper introduced readers to a reality where humanity survived a monstrous threat, but the world isn’t better for everyone. Every day Loloi hits the road to deliver her delicious cooking to the masses, outsmarting her treacherous competition and staying one step ahead of the massive robots “protecting” them all. But everything changes when she serves a mysterious warrior named Ash, whose secrets might just save the world…if his superhuman strength doesn’t destroy it first.
Now, the world needs a champion… but none remain! After the shocking events of last issue, a strange traveler emerges from the chaos, eager to taste Loloï’s famous spicy dishes… AND MIGHT BE THE KEY TO SAVING THE WORLD?
For every issue of this exciting new story arc there will be a 90s trading card-themed variant cover from acclaimed artist Cliff Rathburn, each “card” featuring a character from the Ghost Pepper cast, including Ax, the elusive new character debuting in this arc.
In addition to the main cover by Ludo Lullabi, the lineup of variant covers for Ghost Pepper #13 also includes an open-to-order cover by Cedric Poulat, the first cover in the 1:10 incentive variant cover series by Cliff Rathburn, a 1:25 incentive variant cover by Mirka Andolfo, a 1:50 incentive variant cover by Alec Bezzina, and a blank sketch cover.
The full list of covers is below:
Ghost Pepper #13 Cover A by Ludo Lullabi
Ghost Pepper #13 Cover B by Cedric Poulat
Ghost Pepper #13 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Cliff Rathburn
Ghost Pepper #13 Cover D (1:25 Incentive) by Mirka Andolfo
Ghost Pepper #13 Cover E (1:50 Incentive) by Alec Bezzina
Ghost Pepper #13 Cover F (Blank Sketch) ($4.99)
Ghost Pepper #14 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Cliff Rathburn
Ghost Pepper #15 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Cliff Rathburn
Ghost Pepper #16 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Cliff Rathburn
Ghost Pepper #17 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Cliff Rathburn
Ghost Pepper #18 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Cliff Rathburn
Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have shared a first look at preview pages and covers from M.A.S.K. #1, the debut issue of the all-new Energon Universe series by writer Dan Watters, artist Pye Parr, colorist Pierluigi Casolino, and letterer Rus Wooton. The first issue of this monumental new ongoing series lands in comic shops on June 10, 2026.
The world is becoming a terrifying place. Matt Trakker needs your help saving it. Enter M.A.S.K.–a network of specialists ready to respond to the next global emergency. At a moment’s notice, Trakker and his agents can deploy bleeding-edge technology that converts their vehicles–and their drivers–into the ultimate weapon. But Miles Mayhem and V.E.N.O.M. are one step ahead in a secret arms race, scouring the globe for deadly weapons from this planet and beyond, ready to sell out the entire human race. Only M.A.S.K. can stop them… but will Trakker’s own secrets jeopardize their entire mission?
In addition to the main cover by Pye Parr, the lineup of variant covers for M.A.S.K. #1 includes open-to-order covers by J. Scott Campbell, Cedric Poulat, and Mark Spears, Energon Universe Third Anniversary connecting covers by Tom Reilly and Adriano Lucas, incentive variant covers by Kael Ngu, E.J. Su, Jonboy Meyers, Joshua Cassara and Romulo Fajardo Jr., and Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer, blank sketch covers featuring M.A.S.K. and V.E.N.O.M., foil covers by Pye Parr and J. Scott Campbell, and die-cut foil mask covers by Pye Parr, Luke Preece and Andres Juarez.
M.A.S.K. #1 also features a first-ever Energon Universe blind bag program that allows fans a chance to get ANY of the solicited covers from A through K, intermixed at varying degrees of rarity (that mirror existing ratios). However, there are three rare SURPRISE Energon Universe comics that can be found in these blind bags. Those SURPRISE comics will not be publicly announced in advance of the issue release.
In celebration of M.A.S.K.’s arrival in the Energon Universe, Skybound and Hasbro will feature an exclusive first look at M.A.S.K. in the Energon Universe Special 2026, a Free Comic Book Day issue releasing Saturday, May 2, 2026. Thespecial issue will include four all-new stories from TRANSFORMERS, G.I. JOE, and VOID RIVALS and will serve as the first official glimpse into Dan Watters and Pye Parr’s M.A.S.K.
The full list of variant covers is below:
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover A by Pye Parr (Lunar Code: 0426IM8000)
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover B by J. Scott Campbell & Sabine Rich (Lunar Code: 0426IM8001)
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover C by Cedric Poulat (Lunar Code: 0426IM8002)
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover D by Mark Spears (Lunar Code: 0426IM8003)
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover E Energon Universe Third Anniversary (Connecting) by Tom Reilly & Adriano Lucas (Lunar Code: 0426IM8004)
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover F Energon Universe Third Anniversary (Connecting) by Tom Reilly (Lunar Code: 0426IM8005)
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover G (1:25 Copy Incentive) by Kael Ngu (Lunar Code: 0426IM8006)
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover H (1:50 Copy Incentive) by E.J. Su (Lunar Code: 0426IM8007)
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover I (Foil) (1:100 Copy Incentive) by Jonboy Meyers ($5.99) (Lunar Code: 0426IM8008)
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover J (1:250 Copy Incentive) by Joshua Cassara & Romulo Fajardo Jr. (Lunar Code: 0426IM8009)
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover K (1:500 Copy Incentive) by Daniel Warren Johnson & Mike Spicer (Lunar Code: 0426IM8010)
Wally tries to pick up the pieces of his life after the battle at Fort Fox. Adrift and unsure what to do, the young speedster looks for a way forward.
Story: Jeff Lemire Art: Haining Color: Adriano Lucas Letterer: Tom Napolitano
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Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have announced commemorative connecting variant covers from Skybound-exclusive artist Tom Reilly and colorist Adriano Lucas coming in June 2026 to celebrate the third anniversary of the Energon Universe, the record-breaking comics line that began with the iconic stealth launch of Void Rivals #1 from writer Robert Kirkman and artist Lorenzo De Felici.
Since then, the Energon Universe has grown to include the two-time Eisner Award winning TRANSFORMERS whose current creative team consists of writer Robert Kirkman, artist Jason Howard, and colorist Mike Spicer,G.I. JOEby writer Joshua Williamson, artist Andrea Milana, andcolorist Lee Loughridge, and now also the brand-new seriesM.A.S.K. bywriter Dan Watters, artist Pye Parr, and coloristPierluigi Casolino, launching June 3.
To mark the anniversary, each Energon Universe comic releasing in June 2026 will feature two sets of open-to-order, connecting, full art variant covers from fan-favorite Energon Universe artist Tom Reilly and colorist Adriano Lucas, the second black & white version of Reilly’s art.
The variants will be available for M.A.S.K. #1, TRANSFORMERS #33, G.I. JOE #23, and Void Rivals #31. With the full art piece featuring 82 iconic characters, including recent Energon Universe returning favorites M.A.S.K., V.E.N.O.M., Arcee Magnus, Crystal Ball, Storm Shadow, and Scarlett, this is a connecting cover set collectors do not want to miss.
M.A.S.K. #1 (Lunar Codes Below| $4.99) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on Wednesday, June 3, 2026.
The anniversary variant covers are listed below:
M.A.S.K.#1 Cover E Energon Universe Third Anniversary Variant (Connecting) by Tom Reilly & Adriano Lucas (Lunar Code: 0426IM8004)
M.A.S.K.#1 Cover F Energon Universe Third Anniversary Variant (Black & White) (Connecting) by Tom Reilly (Lunar Code: 0426IM8005)
TRANSFORMERS #33 (Lunar Codes Coming Soon| $3.99) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on Wednesday, June 10, 2026.
The anniversary variant covers are listed below:
TRANSFORMERS #33 Cover F Energon Universe Third Anniversary Variant (Connecting) by Tom Reilly & Adriano Lucas
TRANSFORMERS #33 Cover G Energon Universe Third Anniversary Variant (Black & White)(Connecting) by Tom Reilly
G.I. JOE #23 (Lunar Codes Coming Soon | $3.99) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on Wednesday, June 17, 2026.
The anniversary variant covers are listed below:
G.I. JOE #23 Cover F Energon Universe Third Anniversary Variant (Connecting) by Tom Reilly & Adriano Lucas
G.I. JOE #23 Cover G Energon Universe Third Anniversary Variant (Black & White) (Connecting) by Tom Reilly
Void Rivals #31 (Lunar Codes Coming Soon | $3.99) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
The anniversary variant covers are listed below:
Void Rivals #31 Cover H Energon Universe Third Anniversary Variant (Connecting) by Tom Reilly & Adriano Lucas
Void Rivals #31 Cover I Energon Universe Third Anniversary Variant (Black & White) (Connecting) by Tom Reilly
Wally must battle it out in attempt to save his father and stop the rampaging monster as the first year wraps up!
Story: Jeff Lemire Art: Nick Robles, A.L. Kaplan Color: Adriano Lucas Letterer: Tom Napolitano
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Dick Grayson is back in Blüdhaven—and this time, he’s not just fighting crime, he’s changing the city. With a new mission, a loyal dog, and a mysterious villain stealing hearts—literally—Nightwing leaps into the light to become the hero his city needs. But when the world learns “Get Grayson,” the stakes rise higher than ever.
Nightwing: Leaping into the Light – DC Compact Comics Edition collects Nightwing Vol. 1: Leaping into the Light (issues #78–83) and Nightwing Vol. 2: Get Grayson (issues #84–88). Written by Tom Taylor and illustrated by Bruno Redondo, this critically acclaimed run redefines Dick Grayson’s role in the DC Universe. As he inherits a fortune and a new purpose, Nightwing must face a terrifying new villain named Heartless and navigate a conspiracy that puts a target on his back. With vibrant storytelling, heartfelt moments, and stunning visuals, this edition is perfect for new readers and longtime fans alike.
Story: Tom Taylor Art: Bruno Redondo, Rick Leonardi, Neil Edwards, Geraldo Borges Ink: Bruno Redondo, Andy Lanning, Scott Hanna, Wade Von Grawbadger Color: Adriano Lucas Letterer: Wes Abbott, Andworld Design
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As announced today in Robert Kirkman’s keynote address at ComicsPro, Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro, will deliver an all-new addition to the Energon Universe, M.A.S.K., by writer Dan Watters, artist Pye Parr, colorist Pierluigi Casolino, and letterer Rus Wooton. Together, they’re launching the most anticipated new series of the year, where anyone–and everyone–in the Energon Universe must join the fight for humanity’s survival. The historic first issue of this explosive new ongoing series hits comic book shelves June 3, 2026.
The world is becoming a terrifying place. Matt Trakker needs your help saving it. Enter M.A.S.K. — a network of specialists ready to respond to the next global emergency. At a moment’s notice, Trakker and his agents can deploy bleeding-edge technology that converts their vehicles–and their drivers–into the ultimate weapon. But Miles Mayhem and V.E.N.O.M. are one step ahead in a secret arms race, scouring the globe for deadly weapons from this planet and beyond, ready to sell out the entire human race. Only M.A.S.K. can stop them… but will Trakker’s own secrets jeopardize their entire mission?
In addition to the main cover by Pye Parr, the lineup of variant covers for M.A.S.K. #1 includes open-to-order covers by J. Scott Campbell, Cedric Poulat, and Mark Spears, Energon Universe Third Anniversary connecting covers by Tom Reilly and Adriano Lucas, incentive variant covers by Kael Ngu, E.J. Su, Jonboy Meyers, Joshua Cassara and Romulo Fajardo Jr., and Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer, blank sketch covers featuring M.A.S.K. and V.E.N.O.M., foil covers by Pye Parr and J. Scott Campbell, and die-cut foil mask covers by Pye Parr, Luke Preece and Andres Juarez.
M.A.S.K. #1 also features a first-ever Energon Universe blind bag program that allows fans a chance to get ANY of the solicited covers from A through K, intermixed at varying degrees of rarity. However, there are rare SURPRISE variant covers related to the Energon Universe that can be found in these blind bags. Those SURPRISE comics will not be publicly announced in advance of the issue release.
In celebration of M.A.S.K.’s arrival in the Energon Universe, Skybound and Hasbro will feature an exclusive first look at M.A.S.K. in the Energon Universe Special 2026, a Free Comic Book Day issue releasing Saturday, May 2, 2026. Thespecial issue will include four all-new stories from TRANSFORMERS, G.I. JOE, and Void Rivals and will serve as the first official glimpse into Dan Watters and Pye Parr’s M.A.S.K.
Originally launched in 1985, M.A.S.K.(Mobile Armored Strike Kommand) became a pop-culture phenomenon with its mix of spy intrigue and sci-fi action. Brought to life through an animated series and bestselling toy line, M.A.S.K. followed Matt Trakker and his elite civilian task force as they battled Miles Mayhem and the criminal organization V.E.N.O.M. using advanced masks and transforming vehicles enhanced with extraordinary abilities. Now, M.A.S.K. enters the Energon Universe for a revolutionary new era.
The full list of variant covers is below:
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover A by Pye Parr
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover B by J. Scott Campbell & Sabine Rich
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover C by Cedric Poulat
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover D by Mark Spears
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover E Energon Universe Third Anniversary (Connecting) by Tom Reilly & Adriano Lucas
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover F Energon Universe Third Anniversary (Connecting) by Tom Reilly
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover G (1:25 Copy Incentive) by Kael Ngu
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover H (1:50 Copy Incentive) by E.J. Su
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover I (Foil) (1:100 Copy Incentive) by Jonboy Meyers ($5.99)
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover J (1:250 Copy Incentive) by Joshua Cassara & Romulo Fajardo Jr.
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover K (1:500 Copy Incentive) by Daniel Warren Johnson & Mike Spicer
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover L Blank Sketch Cover (M.A.S.K.) ($5.99)
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover M Blank Sketch Cover (V.E.N.O.M.) ($5.99)
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover N (Foil) by Pye Parr ($5.99)
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover O Foil) by J. Scott Campbell & Sabine Rich ($5.99)
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover P (Die Cut Foil Mask Cover) by Pye Parr & Luke Preece & Andres Juarez ($5.99)
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover Q (Die Cut Foil Mask Cover) by Pye Parr & Luke Preece & Andres Juarez ($5.99)
M.A.S.K. #1 Cover R Blind Bag by Andres Juarez ($5.99)
Wally finds himself pulled into the mysterious dimension that Barry was trying to access. But how can he escape and make it back to Fort Fox and save his father?
Story: Jeff Lemire Art: Nick Robles Color: Adriano Lucas Letterer: Tom Napolitano
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(W) Joshua Williamson (A) Marco Foderà (C) Lee Loughridge (L) Rus Wooton
A standalone Night Force covert op!
The iconic ROADBLOCK makes his Energon Universe FIRST APPEARANCE… but will he be the newest recruit of Lady Jaye & Flint’s Night Force? Or will he join a different group?!
