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Explore the covers for Marvel’s Midnight Universe Launch!

Posted on August 29, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

The darkness is coming.

On October 7, Marvel’s newest storytelling initiative, the Midnight Universe, makes its debut with a unified launch of three bold new titles: Midnight Spider-Man #1 by Phillip Kennedy Johnson and ScieTronc, Midnight Fantastic Four #1 by Benjamin Percy and Kev Walker and Midnight X-Men #1 by Jonathan Hickman and Matteo Della Fonte. The three debut issues—the only Marvel comics released that day—will usher in a creator-driven line where some of Marvel’s most acclaimed modern talents are given free rein to reimagine the world’s greatest heroes in chilling and daring new ways. Fans can get their first taste of what awaits with the new Midnight Universe Trailer, featuring never-before-seen artwork from all three titles.

With boundaryless storytelling and rich interconnected mythology, the Midnight Universe offers an exciting entry point for new readers while giving longtime fans a thrilling new take on their favorite heroes. In Midnight Spider-Man #1 by Phillip Kennedy Johnson and ScieTronc, Spider-Man discovers that with great power… comes something monstrous. In Midnight Fantastic Four #1 by Benjamin Percy and Kev Walker, a scientist’s curiosity accidentally unleashes ancient terrors upon the world while also transforming himself and three others in strange and horrifying ways. In Midnight X-Men #1 by Jonathan Hickman and Matteo Della Fonte, the X-Men’s battle is no longer one of acceptance, but of survival…and blood.

Check out all of the covers for the debut issues of each series!

MIDNIGHT SPIDER-MAN #1

Written by PHILLIP KENNEDY JOHNSON
Art by SCIETRONC
COVER A STEVE BEACH REGULAR COVER – 75960621681900111
COVER B RYAN STEGMAN MIDNIGHT BLOODBATH VARIANT – 75960621681900121
COVER C PEACH MOMOKO MIDNIGHT SPECIAL VARIANT – 75960621681900131
COVER D SKAN MIDNIGHT HORROR HOMAGE VARIANT – 75960621681900141
COVER E JEEHYUNG LEE MIDNIGHT GALLERY VARIANT – 75960621681900116
COVER F CLAYTON CRAIN 3-PART CONNECTING VARIANT – 75960621681900151
COVER G PEACH MOMOKO MIDNIGHT SPECIAL VIRGIN VARIANT – 75960621681900117
COVER H ERIC CANETE VARIANT – 75960621681900161
COVER I INHYUK LEE VARIANT – 75960621681900171
COVER J INHYUK LEE VIRGIN VARIANT – 75960621681900118
On Sale October 7

MIDNIGHT FANTASTIC FOUR #1

Written by BENJAMIN PERCY
Art by KEV WALKER
COVER A KEV WALKER REGULAR COVER – 75960621680200111
COVER B RYAN STEGMAN MIDNIGHT BLOODBATH VARIANT – 75960621680200121
COVER C BEN HARVEY MIDNIGHT SPECIAL VARIANT – 75960621680200131
COVER D E.M. GIST MIDNIGHT HORROR HOMAGE VARIANT – 75960621680200141
COVER E JEEHYUNG LEE MIDNIGHT GALLERY VARIANT – 75960621680200116
COVER F CLAYTON CRAIN 3-PART CONNECTING VARIANT – 75960621680200151
COVER G BEN HARVEY MIDNIGHT SPECIAL VIRGIN VARIANT – 75960621680200117
COVER H LEINIL FRANCIS YU VARIANT – 75960621680200161
COVER I ROD REIS VARIANT – 75960621680200171
COVER J ROD REIS VIRGIN VARIANT – 75960621680200118
On Sale October 7

MIDNIGHT X-MEN #1

Written by JONATHAN HICKMAN
Art by MATTEO DELLA FONTE
COVER A DIKE RUAN REGULAR COVER – 75960621668000111
COVER B RYAN STEGMAN MIDNIGHT BLOODBATH VARIANT – 75960621668000121
COVER C SKAN MIDNIGHT SPECIAL VARIANT – 75960621668000131
COVER D BJÖRN BARENDS MIDNIGHT HORROR HOMAGE VARIANT – 75960621668000141
COVER E JEEHYUNG LEE MIDNIGHT GALLERY VARIANT – 75960621668000116
COVER F CLAYTON CRAIN 3-PART CONNECTING VARIANT – 75960621668000151
COVER G SKAN MIDNIGHT SPECIAL VIRGIN VARIANT – 75960621668000117
COVER H ALESSANDRO CAPPUCCIO VARIANT – 75960621668000161
COVER I ITO VARIANT – 75960621668000171
COVER J ITO VIRGIN VARIANT – 75960621668000118
On Sale October 7

Comics

The Only Survivor of a Legendary Killing Spree Must Face the Monster Who Refuses to Stay Dead in Hammer Head

Posted on August 9, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

Terror can’t be contained, and Mad Cave Studios resurrects one of horror’s deadliest nightmares with Hammer Head, the brutal new five-issue series from acclaimed collaborators, writer Ed Brisson and artist Damian Couceiro, with colors by Dee Cunniffe and letters by Patrick Brosseau.

For 20 years, Jules has been hiding from her past. As the only survivor of the Hammer Head killing spree, she carries the guilt and trauma of having watched as everyone she loved was brutally murdered. Every couple of years, Hammer Head rises from the dead to continue his reign of terror anew, and with each repeated massacre, Jules falls deeper into the warm embrace of her own dark coping mechanisms.

When she’s thrown into prison with no trial and no hope, Jules finds herself part of a dark ritual built to force her back into the past that she’s spent her life trying to escape.

The debut issue features Cover A by Damian Couceiro, Cover B by Justin Coffee, Cover C and Cover D by Bjorn Barends.

Blending supernatural horror with classic slasher thrills, Hammer Head is perfect for fans of Friday the 13th, Halloween, A Nightmare on Elm Street, and The Texas Chain Saw Massacre. Centered on the lone survivor of an endless cycle of massacres, the series delivers a fresh take on the unstoppable killer through the lens of trauma, survival, and the horrors that refuse to stay buried.

Hammer Head #1 goes on sale October 7, 2026, with Final Order Cut-off on September 14.

Comics

Preview: Thundarr the Barbarian #6

Posted on July 28, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team

Thundarr the Barbarian #6

Our opening story arc featuring the return of the greatest 1980s animated barbarian ever reaches its epic finale! In their battle against the unprecedented power of the Council of Wizards, our heroes have bravely faced the timestream itself – and now they come upon their darkest reflections! It all concludes here – and the fate of the future itself hangs in the balance! Lords of Light protect us all! The future is now! The future is Thundarr! This issue is written by Jason Aaron and drawn by Kewber Baal (Vampirella: Armageddon, Elvira), with all-star covers by Michael Cho, Francesco Mattina, Bjorn Barends and Joseph Michael Linsner!

SDCC 2026: Vampirella and Capcom’s Darkstalkers Cross Paths in Long-Wanted Crossover!

Posted on July 17, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team

Dynamite Entertainment and UDON Entertainment have announced a crossover fans have been craving for years! The first-ever pairing of the video game sensation of Capcom‘s Darkstalkers and the first lady of comic book horror Vampirella is coming this fall!

The Daughter of Drakulon and hunter of the night is on the trail of a soul-sucking succubus whose habits defy those of earthbound fiends. Meanwhile Morrigan, princess of the demon realm of the Makai, has been shirking her royal duties and sneaking away to Earth to indulge in the delicious dreams and souls of lowly humans. In this hotly anticipated crossover, the two women engage in a cat and mouse game across New York City. They’re both aware of their own shocking similarities as outsider monsters on Earth, unique vampire-like creatures. An explosive curveball gets thrown into the mix when it turns out they’re both being tracked by the notorious monster hunter Baby Bonnie Hood!

This historic, can’t-miss Vampirella vs. Darkstalkers comic book is written by superstar Tim Seeley, master of scintillating horror tales like Hack/Slash, Revival, and Chaos!, as well as mainstream smash hits including Nightwing, X-Force, Godzilla, and more. He’s joined by rising star artist Drax Gal from UDON’s stable, a perfect fit for this title with his style blending Western comics art and manga influences.

To capture these two iconic vampires together in all their glory, a sensational roster of cover artists has been assembled including Lucio Parrillo, Francesco Mattina, Björn Barends, Joseph Michael Linsner, as well as Drax. Collectors can opt for the limited edition mystery blind bag for fun surprises and the rarest variant covers possible!

Preview: Space Ghost Annual 2026 #1

Posted on July 14, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team

Space Ghost Annual 2026 #1

An all-new SPACE GHOST ANNUAL is here! As Space Ghost and the Twins mourn their recent losses, they find themselves trying to stop a dangerous heist pulled by the master thief known as Magnus and his mysterious, reality-warping alien! Can they discover the deadly secret behind Magnus’s mind-bending crime spree before it’s too late, or will the enigmatic alien bring untold destruction to the galaxy? And can Space Ghost forgive himself before the next deadly menace arrives to threaten the galaxy?This special issue also serves as a prelude to the next Space Ghost adventure, as the guardians of the galaxy prepare to meet…the Herculoids! Featuring covers by legendary artists Jerry Orway, Tom Raney, interior artist Jonathan Lau, and returning SPACE GHOST cover artist Bjorn Barends!

Preview: Thundarr the Barbarian #5

Posted on June 16, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team

Thundarr the Barbarian #5

Return with us now to… 1994 as our heroes journey to the past in their attempts to battle and defeat the Council of Wizards! The future is now! The future is Thundarr! Written by Jason Aaron and drawn by Kewber (Vampirella: Armageddon, Elvira) Baal, along with all-star covers by Michael Cho, Francesco Mattina, Bjorn Barends and Joseph Michael Linsner!

Exclusive Preview: Inglorious X-Force #6

Posted on June 11, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team

Inglorious X-Force #6

(W) Tim Seeley (A) Michael Sta. Maria
(C) Romulo Fajardo Jr. (L) Joe Caramagna
(CA) R. B. Silva and David Curiel (VCA) ACO, Gerardo Sandoval and Erick Arciniega, Luciano Vecchio, Bjorn Barends

THE MUTANT LIBERATION FRONT! CABLE, ARCHANGEL, MS. MARVEL, BOOM-BOOM and HELLVERINE bring the fight to the MUTANT LIBERATION FRONT. The new face of the MLF is KALI… but it’s their deep-seated plans that will put X-FORCE on the back foot!

Preview: Space Ghost #12

Posted on June 9, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team

Space Ghost #12

The final issue of Space Ghost season two is here! Caught in Tempus’s doomsday weapon – the Time-Shredder – it looks like time is running out for Space Ghost…. unless Jan and Jace can assemble a team from across the multiverse to save him! Space Spectre, Eclipse Woman, Werewolf Jan, Thundercleese, and 1960s animated-style Zorak make up…the Space Force! But as Jan and Jace lead the charge against the Time Tyrants and their army of Gargolyoids, Space Ghost must learn Tempus’ deadly secret as they battle to the very limits of time itself! Can Space Ghost save time and space from Tempus’ dominion? Find out in this blockbuster finale of David Pepose and Jonathan Lau’s epic Space Ghost run! Don’t miss this extra-sized finale featuring 28 pages of story and art! And watch for more Space Ghost adventure coming next month!

The X-Men Hunger for Blood. Get a First Look at Midnight X-Men #1!

Posted on May 26, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team

The light had its turn.

Following up on the reveal of the all-new, all-terrifying Midnight Universe, Marvel lifts the curtain on the first look inside the debut series, Midnight X-Men, from writer Jonathan Hickman and artist Matteo Della Fonte along with a movie homage variant cover by Björn Barends and main cover by Dike Ruan.

AN ALL-NEW, ALL-DISTURBING UNIVERSE BEGINS HERE!

The clock strikes midnight and it’s the dark dawn of a new era.The shadows of New York City are stalked by vampires and the mutant empyres. The sword of Damocles hangs over the peace between these two species and the factions within them. An outright war is brewing and the unturned will be caught in the crossfire. Blockbuster comic book writer Jonathan Hickman returns to the X-Men with a hunger for blood as this new world of terror reimagines the heroes of the Marvel Universe!

Preview: Thundarr the Barbarian #4

Posted on May 19, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team

Thundarr the Barbarian #4

SECRETS OF THE SUNSWORD REVEALED! It’s one of Thundarr’s greatest assets in his fight against the world’s would-be oppressors — but where did the Sunsword originally come? How was it forged? And how did the history of this remarkable weapon become so inextricably linked to the fates of Thundarr, Ookla, and Princess Ariel? The answers to these questions and more await in the pages of Thundarr the Barbarian #4 — all painstakingly researched and rendered by future historians JASON AARON and KEWBER BAAL, and supported by corroborating covers from MICHAEL CHO, FRANCESCO MATTINA, BJORN BARENDS, and JOSEPH MICHAEL LINSNER!

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