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Todd McFarlane returns to art as the Spawn Universe Evolves with New Creative Teams!

Todd McFarlane returns to doing more artwork within the Spawn Universe as all four of his core titles—Spawn, King Spawn, Gunslinger Spawn, and The Scorched—roll out new creative teams this spring. Each debut issue will include a special Cover C 1:50 Foil Variant commemorating the transition, marking the beginning of the line’s next chapter as it moves steadily toward Spawn #400.

The shift begins in Spawn #376, where writer Matthew Rosenberg and artist Stephen Segovia propel the series one year into the future. The revelation that Heaven and Hell are real—and have abandoned Earth—has destabilized society at every level. Institutions strain. Governments falter. Spawn himself has vanished. Al Simmons, seemingly restored to humanity, lives anonymously in a fractured Manhattan until his return triggers the attention of “The 400,” a powerful cabal of angels, demons, vampires, and alien entities who believe Spawn’s existence threatens their survival.

That same fracture runs through King Spawn #55, as Rosenberg and artist Thomas Nachlik introduce Hudson Hill, a young man haunted by a psychic vision of the apocalypse—one centered on Al Simmons. As Spawn re-emerges publicly as a symbol of hope, another presence begins to take shape in the shadows. The divide between hero and monster narrows, and the consequences ripple outward.

In Gunslinger Spawn #54, writer Erica Schultz joins returning artist Carlo Barberi as new forces enter the conflict. 

The mysterious Regulators arrive to correct a cosmic imbalance, revealing that the war between Heaven and Hell is only part of a larger system of control. Gunslinger finds himself caught in the middle of a recalibration that may cost him everything.

Meanwhile, The Scorched #51 sees writer Thomas Healy and artist Alessandro Vitti push the team into a more aggressive posture (McFarlane will help co-plot these storylines.)

Under Jessica Priest’s leadership, the Scorched move from reacting to threats to targeting them preemptively. Their actions draw scrutiny from governments, divine powers, and hellish adversaries alike, setting off a chain reaction that will redefine alliances across the Spawn Universe.

As these changes roll out across the four core books, the Spawn Universe tightens its focus and raises the stakes—setting the stage for what comes next.

Gunslinger Spawn #54 will be available at comic book shops on May 20, 2026. Final Order Cutoff for retailers is Monday, April 27.

  • Cover A by Marco Failla – Lunar Code: 0226IM0413
  • Cover B by Von Randal – Lunar Code: 0226IM0414
  • Cover C 1:50 Virgin Foil Variant by Carlo Barberi – Lunar Code: 0226IM8280

King Spawn #55 will be available at comic book shops on May 27, 2026. Final Order Cutoff for retailers is Monday, May 4.

  • Cover A by Harvey Tolibao – Lunar Code: 0126IM0397
  • Cover B B&W Variant by Harvey Tolibao – Lunar Code: 0126IM0398
  • Cover C 1:50 Virgin Foil Variant by Francesco Mattina – Lunar Code: 0226IM8277

The Scorched #51 will be available at comic book shops on May 27, 2026. Final Order Cutoff for retailers is Monday, May 4.

  • Cover A by Ig Guara – Lunar Code: 0126IM0410
  • Cover B B&W Variant by Ig Guara – Lunar Code: 0126IM0411
  • Cover C 1:50 Virgin Foil Variant by Jordan Noir – Lunar Code: 0226IM8279

Spawn #376 will be available at comic book shops on June 3, 2026. Final Order Cutoff for retailers is Monday, May 11.

  • Cover A by Don Aguillo – Lunar Code: 0126IM0420
  • Cover B Virgin Variant by Don Aguillo – Lunar Code: 0126IM0421
  • Cover C 1:50 Virgin Foil Variant by Simone Bianchi – Lunar Code: 0226IM8278

Preview: Moon Knight #25

Moon Knight #25

(W) Jed MacKay (A) Alessandro Cappuccio, Alessandro Vitti (CA) Steve McNiven
Rated T+
In Shops: Jul 12, 2023
SRP: $9.99

MOON KNIGHT’S PAST AND PRESENT COLLIDE, LEADING INTO HIS FIRST EVENT SERIES!
The past comes back to bedevil Moon Knight as he pursues his latest enemy, someone once familiar and new. From grim New York nights to the blazing sun of Alexandria days, Moon Knight hunts for answers among the graves of Hart Island while haunted by the last mission of the Karnak Cowboys, a mercenary crew counting among its members Marc Spector, Jean-Paul Duchamp, Robert Plesko…and Layla El-Faouly.
PLUS: A CLASSIC MOON KNIGHT STORY FROM THE PAST BY DOUG MOENCH AND BILL SIENKIEWICZ!

Moon Knight #25

Preview: Moon Knight #25

Moon Knight #25

(W) Jed MacKay (A) Alessandro Cappuccio, Alessandro Vitti (CA) Steve McNiven
Rated T+
In Shops: Jul 12, 2023
SRP: $9.99

MOON KNIGHT’S PAST AND PRESENT COLLIDE, LEADING INTO HIS FIRST EVENT SERIES!
The past comes back to bedevil Moon Knight as he pursues his latest enemy, someone once familiar and new. From grim New York nights to the blazing sun of Alexandria days, Moon Knight hunts for answers among the graves of Hart Island while haunted by the last mission of the Karnak Cowboys, a mercenary crew counting among its members Marc Spector, Jean-Paul Duchamp, Robert Plesko…and Layla El-Faouly.
PLUS: A CLASSIC MOON KNIGHT STORY FROM THE PAST BY DOUG MOENCH AND BILL SIENKIEWICZ!

Moon Knight #25

Moon Knight’s past and present collides in Moon Knight #25 and the Scarlet Scarab debuts in Moon Knight City of the Dead!

This July, two moons rise! Writer Jed MacKay is bringing fans an oversized anniversary issue of Moon Knight #25. The monumental issue features art from an all-star line-up including Alessandro Cappuccio, Alessandro Vitti, and Partha Pratim.

In the upcoming issue, Moon Knight’s past and present collide! The past comes back to bedevil Moon Knight as he pursues his latest enemy, someone once familiar and new. From grim New York nights to the blazing sun of Alexandria days, Moon Knight hunts for answers among the graves of Hart Island while haunted by the last mission of the Karnak Cowboys, a mercenary crew counting among its members Marc Spector, Jean-Paul Duchamp, Robert Plesko… and the official comic book debut of Layla El-Faouly! The issue also includes a classic Moon Knight story from the past by legendary comic writer Doug Moench and Eisner-winning, Emmy-nominated artist Bill Sienkiewicz.

Then, following the events of Moon Knight #25, Marc Spector is taken on his most harrowing adventure yet! Written by David Pepose with art by Marcelo Ferreira, Moon Knight: City of the Dead features Layla El-Faouly’s super hero debut as the all-new Scarlet Scarab! When a young runaway is attacked by a gang of death cultists, he is left barely alive outside the Midnight Mission. But Marc Spector made a vow long ago to defend the travelers of the night…and as long as a spark of life remains, his mission isn’t over yet. Follow Moon Knight as the Fist of Khonshu journeys far beyond the land of the living – and battles across the mind-bending underworld known as the City of the Dead!

Check out the covers now and look out for Moon Knight #25 and Moon Knight: City of the Dead this July!

Preview: Nightcrawlers #3 (of 3)

Nightcrawlers #3 (of 3)

(W) Si Spurrier (A) Alessandro Vitti (CA) Leinil Yu
Rated T+
In Shops: Apr 19, 2023
SRP: $3.99

LISTEN TO MOTHER! Now that we know who she truly is, it’s time to taste the horrific ambitions lurking in the heart of MOTHER RIGHTEOUS… The galaxy burns… The pieces are in place… The Storm System rages… The NIGHTKIN make a last, lethal leap…and the GREAT DEVOURER hungers only for vengeance. The experiment is over. The cosmic laboratory is on fire. At last, the Sinister Galaxy will feel the wrath of one seriously baaaad mother…

Nightcrawlers #3 (of 3)

Preview: Nightcrawlers #3 (of 3)

Nightcrawlers #3 (of 3)

(W) Si Spurrier (A) Alessandro Vitti (CA) Leinil Yu
Rated T+
In Shops: Apr 19, 2023
SRP: $3.99

LISTEN TO MOTHER! Now that we know who she truly is, it’s time to taste the horrific ambitions lurking in the heart of MOTHER RIGHTEOUS… The galaxy burns… The pieces are in place… The Storm System rages… The NIGHTKIN make a last, lethal leap…and the GREAT DEVOURER hungers only for vengeance. The experiment is over. The cosmic laboratory is on fire. At last, the Sinister Galaxy will feel the wrath of one seriously baaaad mother…

Nightcrawlers #3 (of 3)

Preview: Storm and the Brotherhood of Mutants #3

Storm and the Brotherhood of Mutants #3

(W) Al Ewing (A) Alessandro Vitti (CA) Leinil Yu
Rated T+
In Shops: Apr 12, 2023
SRP: $3.99

One thousand years in the future, the Empire of the Red Diamond has located Fortress Arakko – the burning Last Castle at the heart of the Storm System! The only hope for the universe lies in bringing a long-lost legend back to life? Ororo of the Storm returns to the Sinister Age for the final battle!

Storm and the Brotherhood of Mutants #3

Preview: Storm and the Brotherhood of Mutants #3

Storm and the Brotherhood of Mutants #3

(W) Al Ewing (A) Alessandro Vitti (CA) Leinil Yu
Rated T+
In Shops: Apr 12, 2023
SRP: $3.99

One thousand years in the future, the Empire of the Red Diamond has located Fortress Arakko – the burning Last Castle at the heart of the Storm System! The only hope for the universe lies in bringing a long-lost legend back to life? Ororo of the Storm returns to the Sinister Age for the final battle!

Storm and the Brotherhood of Mutants #3

Preview: Storm and the Brotherhood of Mutants #3

Storm and the Brotherhood of Mutants #3

(W) Al Ewing (A) Alessandro Vitti (CA) Leinil Yu
Rated T+
In Shops: Apr 12, 2023
SRP: $3.99

One thousand years in the future, the Empire of the Red Diamond has located Fortress Arakko – the burning Last Castle at the heart of the Storm System! The only hope for the universe lies in bringing a long-lost legend back to life? Ororo of the Storm returns to the Sinister Age for the final battle!

Storm and the Brotherhood of Mutants #3

Immoral X-Men #3 teases great concepts

Immoral X-Men #3

It’s been 1,000 years since Sinister’s experiment began. 1,000 years that have led to destruction, death, war, a plan completely spiraled out of control. Sinister is now attempting to right his wrong, searching for the one weapon that can correct everything. Immoral X-Men #3 adds another glimpse the the mad world Sinister has wrought and adds more wrinkles to the end game for this event.

Kieron Gillen continues the interesting thread of Sinister’s journey as he and Rasputin IV travel through space in hopes of finding clues to take them to the weapon to correct the madness. It’s an interesting journey that feels much more like a travelogue than anything else. There’s some action and very interesting moments but much like the event as a whole, it’s a sliver of a narrative.

That “sliver” is partially what has made Sins of Sinister so interesting and so frustrating at the same time. Each issue takes place at a different point in this event. The first issues are 10 years, second 100, and third are 1,000. And thus, they’re just a moment of time. Each issue hints and teases the story at this point forcing readers to piece together what has happened. It also leaves a lot wanted. Everything presented could be a story unto themselves with a full miniseries dedicated to what’s shown. But, we’re given just a glimpse of where things are at, pieces of a puzzle where we can infer the picture but never get to see all of it. That’s both original and frustrating because what’s presented is so interesting. I want to know how we got to each of these points.

The art by Alessandro Vitti is interesting and feels like it’s both grounded in a way and also a world gone mad. With color by Rain Beredo, lettering by Clayton Cowles, and design by Jay Bowen, the art adds so much to the story. We need to infer and figuring out where things stand from the visuals as much as by what’s said. The two need to work hand in hand to really deliver all the information we need. Here, we get a lot of that with teases and hints as to where the mutant legion have taken the world. The visuals drive home the corruption, like rot that has spiraled out of control.

Immoral X-Men #3 is good. It also leaves me wanting a lot more. How the three issues remaining for the event will be able to tie things up and get things somewhat back to the way they were should be impressive. Hopefully, it’s a bit more of a straight narrative than the event so far. Overall, it’s something original, but it’s originality that leaves things in a frustrating place as well.

Story: Kieron Gillen Art: Alessandro Vitti
Color: Rain Beredo Letterer: Clayton Cowles Design: Jay Bowen
Story: 8.0 Art: 8.0 Overall: 8.0 Recommendation: Buy

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