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New DC Compact Comics and Compact Comics Adventures includes Tower of Babel, Wonder Woman: Year One, and more!

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Pre-Orders for DC’s next wave of DC Compact Comics and DC Compact Comics Adventures have gone up. The new releases take the line out through June 2027. You can catch our earlier coverage of next year’s releases.

See more of what you can get next year below!

Wonder Woman: Year One : DC Compact Comics Edition

by Greg Rucka (Author), Nicola Scott (Illustrator)
Release date: March 2, 2027
Purchase: Bookshop – Amazon

The definitive modern origin of Wonder Woman! An unforgettable story of courage, sacrifice, and discovering your place in the world, presented in DC’s accessible Compact Comics format.

When a pilot crash-lands on the hidden island of Themyscira, Diana is chosen to leave behind the only home she has ever known and journey into the wider world. As war looms and ancient forces begin to rise, she must become a champion for a humanity she has never known.

From writer Greg Rucka and artist Nicola Scott, Year One tells the story of Diana’s transformation from sheltered princess to global hero, blending mythological adventure with a deeply personal coming-of-age journey about compassion, duty, and courage.

Collects Wonder Woman #2, #4, #6, #8, #10, #12, #14, and stories from Wonder Woman Annual #1.

Cover of Wonder Woman: Year One comic book featuring Wonder Woman in her iconic costume with a golden tiara and armor, smiling confidently. The background includes ancient Greek patterns and illustrations.

JLA: The Tower of Babel: DC Compact Comics Edition

by Mark Waid (Author), Howard Porter (Illustrator), Stephen B. Scott (Illustrator), Mark Pajarillo (Illustrator)
Release date: June 1, 2027.
Purchase: Bookshop – Amazon

Batman’s secret plans turn against his own team in a story of trust, betrayal, and consequence, presented in DC’s Compact Comics format.

The Justice League is the most powerful team on Earth—but someone has already figured out how to defeat them.

When a hidden cache of Batman’s contingency plans is stolen, each member of the League is targeted with ruthless precision, exploiting their greatest strengths—and deepest vulnerabilities. As the attacks unfold, the heroes must fight to survive while uncovering how this betrayal was set in motion—and who is truly responsible.

Written by Mark Waid (Kingdom Come, The Flash), Tower of Babel is a tense, fast-paced story that combines action and suspense with a powerful exploration of trust, leadership, and the cost of being prepared for anything.

Collects JLA #18-21, #32-33, and #43-46 and JLA Secret Files #3.

Cover of the comic book 'JLA: The Tower of Babel' featuring Batman standing over a group of superheroes including Superman, Wonder Woman, and Flash, with a dramatic snowy backdrop.

Green Lantern: Rebirth: DC Compact Comics Edition

by Geoff Johns (Author), Ethan Van Sciver (Illustrator), Carlos Pacheco (Illustrator), Darwyn Cooke (Illustrator), Simone Bianchi (Illustrator)
Release date: June 1, 2027
Purchase: Bookshop – Amazon

Hal Jordan returns in the story that rebuilt a legend in this DC Compact Comics Edition.

One of DC’s greatest heroes returns.

After years away, test pilot Hal Jordan is given a second chance to reclaim his place as Green Lantern—the wielder of a powerful ring capable of creating anything he can imagine. But rebuilding his life, repairing damaged relationships, and earning the trust of fellow heroes may prove more difficult than mastering the power of the ring itself.

Written by Geoff Johns and illustrated by Ethan Van Sciver, Green Lantern: Rebirth reintroduces Hal Jordan and lays the foundation for one of DC’s most acclaimed modern superhero sagas. Combining cosmic adventure, mystery, action, and redemption, these stories transformed Green Lantern into one of the publisher’s flagship franchises.

This collection also includes Green Lantern: No Fear, the opening arc of Johns’s ongoing series, as Hal returns to active duty and confronts new threats across Earth and beyond.

Collects Green Lantern: Rebirth #1-6 and Green Lantern #1-6 (No Fear).

Cover art for 'Green Lantern: Rebirth' comic featuring the Green Lantern character soaring through clouds with a glowing green energy beam in hand.

Superman: Brainiac: DC Compact Comics Edition

by Geoff Johns (Author), Gary Frank (Illustrator)
Release date: June 1, 2027
Purchase: Bookshop – Amazon

A powerful enemy arrives! Superman faces Brainiac in a thrilling sci‑fi adventure, now available in DC’s bestselling Compact Comics Edition format.

When invader probes bombard our world, Superman journeys into the deepest reaches of space to confront his old foe. But the Brainiac he encounters is unlike any he’s faced before.

Aboard his massive ship, the one true Brainiac hoards wonders and horrors in equal measure. Only one treasure eludes him. Setting his sights on Superman, Brainiac will do anything to ensure that the Last Son of Krypton is his alone.

Supergirl. Metropolis. Earth. Everything under Superman’s protection is no longer safe. Although the Man of Steel is faster than a speeding bullet, even he won’t be able to save everyone.

Goeff Johns and Gary Frank, the superstar creative team behind Doomsday Clock, Batman: Earth One, and Shazam! continue their Superman saga as the Man of Steel experiences his greatest triumph…and greatest tragedy.

Collects Action Comics #866-870 and pages from Superman: New Krypton Special #1.

Comic book cover featuring Superman in a blue and red suit facing off against Brainiac, a robotic alien with a dark, metallic design. The background is a swirling gray and green pattern.

Justice League: Heroes United: DC Compact Comics Adventures

by Adam Beechen (Author), Carlo Barberi (Illustrator), Ethen Beavers (Illustrator)
Release date: June 29, 2027
Purchase: Bookshop – Amazon

Prepare for unlimited excitement as the Justice League faces off against their greatest foes, in seven action-packed and accessible stories collected in a 5.5″ x 8.5″ portable format!

DC’s bestselling Compact Comics line expands with Compact Comics Adventures, featuring all-ages stories perfect for young readers and beyond!

The World’s Greatest Heroes unite, as they must stop the menace of the terrible Triptych, the malicious Darkseid, the evil Morgaine le Fey, the maniacal Madmen, and more! And to top it all off, they discover that there’s a traitor in their midst!

Join Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, and a host of other heroes in seven dynamic tales! Collects Justice League Unlimited #1-7 in one compact volume.

Cover of 'Justice League: Heroes United' featuring superheroes including Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, Green Lantern, and Flash against a dramatic lightning backdrop.

Teen Titans Go!: Truth, Justice, Pizza: DC Compact Comics Adventures

by J. Torres (Author), Todd Nauck (Illustrator), Tim Smith III (Illustrator), John McCrea (Illustrator)
Release date: June 29, 2027
Purchase: Bookshop – Amazon

Ready, set, Teen Titans Go! The hit animated series comes to comics, in a collection of high-stakes hijinks now available in a 5.5″ x 8.5″ portable format!

DC’s bestselling Compact Comics line expands with Compact Comics Adventures, featuring all-ages stories perfect for young readers and beyond!

They’re too young to drive but not too young to save the world! The world’s hottest heroes—Robin, Beast Boy, Raven, Cyborg, and Starfire—are here to show you how it’s done, Titan-style, in these six fantastic fables.

Villainous video games. Dodo-hunting aliens. Heroic self-esteem issues. Super-dating. Monstrous zits. Super-sibling squabbles. The teen superheroes from Jump City tackle it all in this exciting all-ages graphic novel, collecting issues #1-6 of their first comic book appearances (Teen Titans Go! #1-6) in one compact volume.

Cover of 'Teen Titans Go!: Truth, Justice, Pizza' comic book featuring the characters Raven, Beast Boy, Robin, Cyborg, and Starfire in a playful setup.

SDCC 2026: It’s Danny Trejo’s Year of the Devil with Ashcan Debut and Signings

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Actor and cultural icon Danny Trejo is expanding his legacy into creator-owned publishing with Year of the Devil, an original supernatural action-horror graphic novel debuting at San Diego Comic-Con before launching its worldwide crowdfunding campaign on September 29, 2026.

Co-created by Danny Trejo, award-winning transmedia creator Keith Arem, and writer Chris Yates, Year of the Devil is a prestige five-issue graphic novel that combines Aztec mythology, biblical prophecy, supernatural horror, and relentless action. Trejo stars creatively as Diego, an immortal warrior cursed to battle the Devil and the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse across the centuries in a desperate fight to save the woman he loves and prevent humanity’s extinction.

The series will feature an international roster of acclaimed cover artists such as Eisner nominated Vanesa R. Del Rey, Carlo Barberi, Raymond Gay, Jonathan Uribe, J. Gonzo, Jaime Carrillo, Willi Roberts, Eskivo, Kevin Keane and Frank Mazzoli providing interior artwork with additional contributors from across comics and entertainment.

Launching with an exclusive industry press reveal and a major San Diego Comic-Con presence, Year of the Devil will roll out through a coordinated national campaign featuring convention appearances, horror and entertainment media, influencer collaborations, podcasts, livestreams, and fan activations, culminating with its official crowdfunding launch on September 29 and concluding on Día de los Muertos, November 2.

San Diego Comic-Con attendees will be able to obtain exclusive ashcan previews and meet Danny and the creative team for one of a kind signing opportunities before the official crowdfunding campaign launches on September 29, 2026.Trejo fans who can not attend the convention can click below to receive launch notifications and ensure access to exclusive rewards, limited-edition items, and early bird discounts.

DC Reveals Its Spring 2027 Books for Young Readers and Reveals DC Compact Comics Adventures

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DC has revealed its early 2027 lineup of books for younger readers. From laugh-out-loud Early Reader adventures to heartfelt Middle Grade journeys and bold Young Adult graphic novels, these titles offer something for every age, interest, and reading level. Joining the list are several new DC Compact Comics Adventures, expanding DC’s bestselling Compact Comics line by featuring all-ages stories perfect for young readers and beyond!

DC’s Early Reader Books (Ages 5–7)

DC’s Early Reader books deliver humor, heart, and heroics for the youngest fans, with stories built for new and developing readers.

Supergirl’s Zoo-per Heroes: Scent of Justice

Written and drawn by Rob Justus
$12.99 US | 72 pages | 6″ x 8 1/4″ | Hardcover | ISBN: 9781799506300
On Sale 2/2/27. Available for preorder soon.

Supergirl, Krypto, and the Zoo-per Sleuths are on the scent!

Not much time has passed since the Zoo-per Heroes successfully escaped the zoo and cranky zookeeper Cass. But they know the clock is ticking on their freedom… and Supergirl is counting on their help to track down the rest of the Justice League’s enchanted laundry!

Krypto has a plan to follow the scent of magic down into the stinky underbelly of Metropolis—where every animal for miles knows the best food can be found! And who knows what secrets and mysteries lurk in the dark, as well?

Writer and artist Rob Justus (Superman’s Good Guy Gang, Death & Sparkles) returns with the fun and funny sequel to Supergirl’s Zoo-per Heroes: Krypto’s Big Break!

Supergirl’s Zoo-per Heroes: Scent of Justice


DC’s Middle Grade Books (Ages 8–12)

DC’s Middle Grade graphic novels deliver adventure, mystery, and big emotional stakes, giving readers room to explore deeper stories, bigger worlds, and characters growing into their own identities.

Princesses of the DC Universe

Written by Tilly & Susan Bridges 
Art by Alba Glez 
$12.99 US | 160 pages | 5 1/2″ x 8″ | Trade Paperback | ISBN: 9781799504542
On Sale 3/2/27. Available for preorder soon.

Superheroes meet princesses in DC’s brand-new team-up adventure starring Wonder Girl!

Yara Flor is very unsure about the responsibility of leading a teen girl superhero squad. Wonder Woman encourages her to try—and even brings donuts—but their first meet-up is crashed by Princess Maxima!

Maxima’s life has been nothing but princess studies, princess duties, and princess training. While planning her coming-of-age ceremony, she realizes she’s been so busy she doesn’t have any friends to invite! No matter: by royal decree, Yara Flor, Steel, and Miss Martian legally have to accompany Maxima to her planet! Surely, they’ll become friends during their road trip…through the stars!

But when their ship is stolen, a simple trip turns into an epic adventure! Can they get their ship back, find some socks, help Superman escape a dungeon, rescue an entire planet, and make it back to Maxima’s home world in time for her ceremony?

Teen heroes unite in this new middle-grade graphic novel from the writing team of Tilly & Susan Bridges and artist Alba Glez!

Princesses of the DC Universe

Green Lantern: Destiny

Written by Minh Lê
Art by Andie Tong
$12.99 US | 144 pages | 5 1/2″ x 8″ | Trade Paperback | ISBN: 9781799505037
On Sale 4/6/27. Available for preorder soon.

Sinestro is on his way to Earth…and the Justice League isn’t ready. 
At least, that’s what Tai Pham believes.

Continuing his training under the watchful eye of Green Lantern John Stewart, Tai knows Xander Griffin was just a distraction from Sinestro’s more nefarious plans. And while the Yellow Lantern leader’s imminent arrival has the Justice League concerned, Tai can’t seem to convince them of just how helpful he could be in stopping Sinestro from taking over Earth—Tai is just a kid, after all. If only he could help prepare for what’s coming!

Can Tai find a way to convince the Justice League he should be an official member of the team? Find out in this thrilling conclusion to the trilogy that started in Green Lantern: Legacy and continued in Green Lantern: Alliance, from the acclaimed team of writer Minh Lê and artist Andie Tong.

Green Lantern: Destiny

DC’s Young Adult Books (Ages 13–17)

DC’s Young Adult graphic novels explore bold themes, complex emotions, and transformative journeys as characters come of age and discover who they are—and who they want to become.

Gotham Academy: First Year

Written by Brenden Fletcher, Karl Kerschl, Becky Cloonan
Art by Marco Ferrari
$16.99 US | 208 pages | 6″ x 9″ | Trade Paperback | ISBN: 9781799502593
On Sale 3/2/27. Available for preorder soon.

The school has secrets. So does she. It’s going great.

Olive Silverlock has a problem, and it is shaped like Gotham’s favorite hero: Batman. He “saved” her when her mom lost control, got Commissioner Gordon to pawn her off on Bruce Wayne, who promptly shuffled her off to Gotham Academy. Boarding school. With a bunch of awful rich kids! As if she wasn’t traumatized enough already!

How will Olive navigate her trauma as a new student? Who will she share her first kiss with? And…why are the existing fans talking so much about maps?

Fall in love with the fan-favorite characters all over again in this revealing prequel taking readers back to Gotham Academy! Artist Marco Ferrari joins the original team as we return to the hallowed halls for even more mystery, romance, and teen drama. Guaranteed to delight fans of the original series and introduce new readers to the lovable cast, don’t miss the year it all began!

Gotham Academy: First Year

The Manifestations of Bobby Park

Written by Jeremy Holt
Art by Chong Hou
$16.99 US | 208 pages | 6″ x 9″ | Trade Paperback | ISBN: 9781799503453
On Sale 4/6/27. Available for preorder soon.

A fresh new entry into DC’s lineup, blending manga-inspired visuals with superhero storytelling for young adult readers.

Sixteen-year-old Bobby Park is a devoted son, helping at his immigrant parents’ laundromat business in Central City’s Koreatown. Despite their modest income, Bobby’s genius-level aptitude for science and biology earns him a full scholarship to an elite academy, but after a racially charged attack puts his father in the hospital, his stress and anxiety manifest as painful acne that detracts from all his joy and pride. Frustrated by failed attempts to clear up his skin and tired of dissociating to tolerate his life, he takes matters into his own hands, concocting his own cure using the academy’s state-of-the-art facilities.

The trial serum is an instant success but comes at a great cost. Beyond his newly acne-free face, Bobby sees the reflection, and hears the voice, of an alter ego named Atlas Ahn; a muscled extrovert with catalog-model features—the exact opposite of how Bobby sees himself. And when an attack at the academy leaves Bobby critically wounded, Atlas convinces him to take his hand, which unwittingly unleashes a hulking monster known as Gemini.

Jeremy Holt, writer of Made in Korea, and manga artist Chong Hou introduce a new hero to the DC Universe, who must balance falling grades, a love triangle he never expected, and a neighborhood that needs his help more than ever! Can he juggle it all while getting along with a new reflection that vies for control over his body?

The Manifestations of Bobby Park

DC’s All Ages Adventures (Ages 8–12 and up)

These new DC Compact Comics Adventures titles are new additions to the line, rounding out DC’s Early Reader, Middle Grade, and Young Adult graphic novel offerings. Designed as portable, affordable introductions to iconic DC stories, these editions are perfect for fans discovering comics for the first time, longtime fans looking for bite-sized adventures, and anyone who loves iconic DC heroes.

Batman: The Dark Knight: DC Compact Comics Adventures

By Kelley Puckett, Martin Pasko, Ty Templeton, Rick Burchett & more
$7.99 US | 152 pages | 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″ | Trade Paperback | ISBN: 9781799517146
On Sale 3/30/27. Available for preorder soon.

DC’s best-selling Compact Comics line expands with Compact Comics Adventures, featuring all-ages stories perfect for young readers and beyond!

Batman takes on his greatest villains in timeless stories, now available in a 5.5″ x 8.5″ portable format!

The Joker. The Penguin. Catwoman. Scarecrow. Killer Croc. Clayface. The Riddler. All have tried to lay claim to the streets, but the one truth that is whispered wherever they appear: Gotham City belongs to the Batman!

Outsmarting mobsters, framed for crimes, battling shape-changers, solving the unsolvable, overcoming fear… The Dark Knight fights foes new and old in his ongoing quest to protect the streets of Gotham City. The legendary adventures are about to begin!

The creative team of Kelley Puckett, Martin Pasko, Ty Templeton, Rick Burchett, and more proudly present the compact edition of The Batman Adventures issues #1–6—a collection of all-original stories that are thrilling, moving, and just plain fun for readers of all ages. Perfectly capturing the tone and style pioneered in Batman: The Animated Series—the iconic cartoon that defined the Dark Knight for a generation of fans—it’s Gotham City’s guardian at his finest!

Batman: The Dark Knight: DC Compact Comics Adventures

Superman: Man of Tomorrow: DC Compact Comics Adventures

By Paul Dini, Scott McCloud, Rick Burchett & more 
|$7.99 US | 152 pages | 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″ | Trade Paperback | ISBN: 9781799517153 
On Sale 3/30/27. Available for preorder soon.

DC’s best-selling Compact Comics line expands with Compact Comics Adventures, featuring all-ages stories perfect for young readers and beyond!

Superman soars in iconic stories from revered talent including Paul Dini and Scott McCloud, now collected in a 5.5″ x 8.5″ portable format!

Superman: The Animated Series was an instant classic, developed by the same team behind Batman: The Animated Seriesand featuring some of the greatest Superman adventures ever committed to film.

Dive back into the world of Superman: The Animated Series with this collection of comics, featuring the iconic cast and some legendary creators! Witness Superman battle Luthor’s own Man of Steel android! Watch as Livewire turns to… community service? Find out what destroyed Metropolis and how Mxyzptlk saved it.

This compact collection includes Superman Adventures #1–6 and features stories by animated series co-creator Paul Dini (Batman: Mad Love) and acclaimed comics creator Scott McCloud (Understanding Comics, Zot!) with gorgeous animated-style art from Rick Burchett (The Batman Adventures). Superman: Man of Tomorrow is the perfect book for Superman fans of all ages!

Superman: Man of Tomorrow: DC Compact Comics Adventures

Justice League: Heroes United: DC Compact Comics Adventures

Written by Adam Beechen
Art by Carlo Barberi
$7.99 US | 208 pages | 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″ | Trade Paperback | ISBN: 9781799517160 
On Sale 6/29/27. Available for preorder soon.

DC’s best-selling Compact Comics line expands with Compact Comics Adventures, featuring all-ages stories perfect for young readers and beyond!

Prepare for unlimited excitement as the Justice League faces off against their greatest foes, in seven action-packed and accessible stories collected in a 5.5″ x 8.5″ portable format!

The World’s Greatest Heroes unite, as they must stop the menace of the terrible Triptych, the malicious Darkseid, the evil Morgaine le Fey, the maniacal Madmen, and more! And to top it all off, they discover that there’s a traitor in their midst!

Join Batman, Superman, Wonder Woman, and a host of other heroes in seven dynamic tales! Collects Justice League Unlimited #1–7 in one compact volume.

Justice League: Heroes United: DC Compact Comics Adventures

Teen Titans Go!: Truth, Justice, Pizza: DC Compact Comics Adventures

Written by J. Torres
Art by Todd Nauck$7.99 US | 144 pages | 5 1/2″ x 8 1/2″ | Trade Paperback | ISBN: 9781799517177
On Sale 6/29/27. Available for preorder soon.

DC’s best-selling Compact Comics line expands with Compact Comics Adventures, featuring all-ages stories perfect for young readers and beyond!

Ready, set, Teen Titans GO! The hit animated series comes to comics, in a collection of high-stakes hijinx now available in a 5.5″ x 8.5″ portable format!

They’re too young to drive, but not too young to save the world! The world’s hottest heroes—Robin, Beast Boy, Raven, Cyborg, and Starfire—are here to show you how it’s done, Titan-style, in these six fantastic fables.

Villainous video games. Dodo-hunting aliens. Heroic self-esteem issues. Super-dating. Monstrous zits. Super-sibling squabbles. The teen Super Heroes from Jump City tackle it all in this exciting all-ages graphic novel, collecting issues #1–6 of their first comic book appearances (Teen Titans Go! #1–6) in one compact volume.

Teen Titans Go!: Truth, Justice, Pizza: DC Compact Comics Adventures

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

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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: Gunslinger Spawn #50

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Gunslinger Spawn #50

(W) Todd McFarlane (A) Stephen Segovia, Carlo Barberi

Four years ago, Todd McFarlane launched the first large-scale expansion of the Spawn Universe with King Spawn #1. Now we are here to celebrate the success of the expanded Spawn’s Universe with GUNSLINGER SPAWN #50. Part 2 of an oversized issue with a story that will cross over into all three of the #50’s coming out in the coming months. (King Spawn, Gunslinger Spawn, The Scorched). An ancient force, almost as old as time itself, has returned, and Spawn is in its sights. The story, sent into two chapters per issue, will be penciled by two of the Spawn Universe’s best, Stephen Segovia and Carlo Barberi. This is the one you don’t want to miss. Featuring covers by Todd McFarlane, Puppeteer Lee connecting cover, Skottie Young, and Mark Spears.

Gunslinger Spawn #50

The Scorched #50, the Climax of the Spawn Universe 50/50/50 Program, arrives March 2026

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Todd McFarlane Productions concludes the Spawn Universe’s latest milestone celebration with The Scorched #50, the third and final installment in the 50/50/50 Program—a coordinated event marking the 50th issues of King Spawn, Gunslinger Spawn, and The Scorched.

Launched in 2021, the Spawn Universe expanded with record-setting debuts and ongoing fan demand. Now, that success comes full circle as the 50/50/50 storyline reaches its explosive conclusion in The Scorched #50—an extra-length issue delivering the final two chapters of the crossover that began in King Spawn #50 and continued in Gunslinger Spawn #50.The battle rages to its breaking point, and the long-awaited reveal will have Spawn fans talking for years to come. When the dust settles, The Scorched #50 will leave the Spawn Universe forever changed. 

As with the previous issue #50 titles, interior artwork is by Carlo Barberi and Stephen Segovia, ensuring visual consistency across all three milestone books.

In step with the series’ counterparts, The Scorched #50 arrives with a premium slate of variants and incentives that mirror King Spawn #50 and Gunslinger Spawn #50, creating one unified collector experience across the program. Artwork comes from Todd McFarlane, Skottie Young, Mark Spears, and Puppeteer Lee, with both Young and Lee delivering connecting cover sets that span all three 50th issues. 

At the top of the incentive tier is Cover H, a 1:1000 Raw Pencil Virgin Variant by Todd McFarlane that includes a guaranteed hand-drawn Spawn sketch inserted directly into the book. Fifty of these sketches will be drawn by McFarlane. After those 50 orders are fulfilled, remaining sketches will be randomly assigned from Jonathan Glapion, Carlo Barberi, Brett Booth, Stephen Segovia, and Jason Shawn Alexander. (Sketch artist selection is random and cannot be requested; ordering early does not guarantee a McFarlane sketch.)

Each copy of Cover H will also be signed by Todd McFarlane and include a CGC Certificate verifying that both the signature and the inserted sketch are eligible for CGC’s Signature Series program, as well as confirming sketch authenticity. McFarlane has committed to never signing this cover again, making these copies strictly limited to this one-time release. The 1:250 incentive (Cover G) is likewise signed by McFarlane, includes a CGC Certificate, and will not be signed again. 

To coincide with the conclusion of the 50/50/50 Program, CGC is hosting an exclusive Private Signing event with Todd McFarlane. Collectors have until November 14, 2025 (international) and December 1, 2025 (U.S.) to submit comics and cards for this signing. For this event, McFarlane will sign each collectible with his full “Todd McFarlane” signature, and fans can select from two event-exclusive CGC custom label options—a Todd McFarlane Spawn Universe label and an all-new McFarlane scroll label created by McFarlane specifically for this signing. These labels are available only for this event. For more information on how to submit collectibles for grading and signature authentication, visit CGC’s official announcement here.

The Scorched #50 will be available at comic book shops in March 2026. The Final Order Cutoff for retailers is slated for February 2026. Please note, dates are subject to change.

  • Cover A by Todd McFarlane
  • Cover B by Puppeteer Lee(Connecting Cover)
  • Cover C by Skottie Young(Connecting Cover)
  • Cover DBlank Sketch Cover
  • Cover E1:50 copy incentive by Mark Spears
  • Cover F1:100 copy incentive Virgin Color by Todd McFarlane 
  • Cover G1:250 copy incentive B&W Inked by Todd McFarlane, signed by McFarlane with CGC Certificate(McFarlane will not sign this cover again)
  • Cover H1:1000 copy incentive Raw Pencil Virgin by Todd McFarlane, signed by McFarlane with CGC Certificate and guaranteed original sketch inserted into the book. Fifty orders will include sketches by Todd McFarlane. Once 50 orders are placed, all remaining sketches will be randomly provided by Spawn Universe artists:  Jonathan Glapion, Carlo Barberi, Brett Booth, Stephen Segovia, and Jason Shawn Alexander. Sketch artist selection is random and cannot be requested. Ordering early does not guarantee a McFarlane sketch. (McFarlane will not sign this cover again)

Preview: King Spawn #50

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King Spawn #50

(W) Todd McFarlane, Rory McConville (A) Carlo Barberi, Stephen Segovia

Four years ago, Todd McFarlane launched the first large-scale expansion of the Spawn Universe with King Spawn #1. Now we are here to celebrate the success of the expanded Spawn’s Universe with King Spawn #50. An oversized issue with a story that will cross over into all three of the #50’s coming out in the coming months. (King Spawn, Gunslinger Spawn, The Scorched). An ancient force, almost as old as time itself, has returned, and Spawn is in its sights. The story, sent into two chapters per issue, will be penciled by two of the Spawn Universe’s best, Stephen Segovia and Carlo Barberi. This is the one you don’t want to miss.

King Spawn #50

Image reveals the details for Gunslinger Spawn #50’s 50/50/50 Celebration

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Todd McFarlane Productions continues its celebration of the expanded Spawn Universe with Gunslinger Spawn #50, the second milestone in the 50/50/50 Program—a yearlong crossover event marking the 50th issues of King Spawn, Gunslinger Spawn, and The Scorched.

This extra-length issue of Gunslinger Spawn delivers part two of an exciting new storyline set to unfold across all three titles, beginning with King Spawn #50 and concluding in The Scorched #50. An ancient force—older than time itself—has returned, and Spawn is in its crosshairs. The tale continues here in two chapters illustrated by Spawn Universe fan-favorites Stephen Segovia and Carlo Barberi, just like King Spawn #50, revealing earth-shattering consequences for Gunslinger and the future of the Spawn mythos.

To mark the milestone, Gunslinger Spawn #50 will debut with a premium lineup of variant covers and incentives that mirror those of King Spawn #50 and the upcoming Scorched #50, uniting all three titles in the 50/50/50 Program. The cover lineup features artwork by Todd McFarlane, Skottie Young, Mark Spears, and Puppeteer Lee—with both Young and Lee delivering connecting cover sets that span all three issues.

At the top of the incentive tier is Cover H, a 1:1000 Raw Pencil Virgin Variant by Todd McFarlane that includes a guaranteed hand-drawn Spawn sketch inserted directly into the book. Fifty of these sketches will be drawn by McFarlane himself. After those 50 orders are fulfilled, all remaining sketches will be randomly assigned from a group of acclaimed Spawn Universe artists: Jonathan Glapion, Carlo Barberi, Brett Booth, Stephen Segovia, and Jason Shawn Alexander. Sketch artist selection is random and cannot be requested, and ordering early does not guarantee a McFarlane sketch.

Each copy of Cover H will also be signed by Todd McFarlane and include a CGC Certificate verifying that both the signature and the inserted sketch are eligible for CGC’s Signature Series program. The certificate also confirms the authenticity of the inserted sketch. McFarlane has committed to never signing this cover again, making these copies strictly limited to this one-time release.

McFarlane is also collaborating with CGC for a special event celebrating the conclusion of the 50/50/50 Program. Official details will be announced at the end of September.

Gunslinger Spawn #50 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, December 31. The Final Order Cutoff deadline for comic shop retailers is slated for Monday, November 24:

  • Cover A by Todd McFarlane – Lunar Code 1025IM0252
  • Cover B by Puppeteer Lee (Connecting Cover) – Lunar Code 1025IM0253
  • Cover C by Skottie Young – Lunar Code 1025IM0254
  • Cover D Blank Sketch Cover – Lunar Code 1025IM0255
  • Cover E 1:50 copy incentive by Mark Spears – Lunar Code 1025IM0256
  • Cover F 1:100 copy incentive virgin color by Todd McFarlane – 1025IM0257
  • Cover G 1:250 copy incentive B&W inked by Todd McFarlane, signed by McFarlane with CGC Certificate (McFarlane will not sign this cover again) – Lunar Code 1025IM0258
  • Cover H 1:1000 copy incentive raw pencil virgin by Todd McFarlane, signed by McFarlane with CGC Certificate and guaranteed original sketch inserted into the book. Fifty orders will include sketches by Todd McFarlane. Once 50 orders are placed, all remaining sketches will be randomly provided by Spawn universe artists: Jonathan Glapion, Carlo Barberi, Brett Booth, Stephen Segovia, and Jason Shawn Alexander. Sketch artist selection is random and cannot be requested. Ordering early does not guarantee a McFarlane sketch. (McFarlane will not sign this cover again) – Lunar Code 1025IM0259

King Spawn #50 Variant Gets an Original, Hand-Drawn Spawn Sketch by Todd McFarlane and more!

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Todd McFarlane Productions has unveiled new details behind one of the most exciting incentives tied to the oversized King Spawn #50 and the launch of the50/50/50 Program : Cover H, the 1:1000 Raw Pencil Virgin Variant.

Each copy of Cover H will include an original, hand-drawn Spawn sketch inserted directly into the book. Fifty orders will receive sketches by Todd McFarlane himself. After that, all remaining sketches will be randomly assigned from a select group of acclaimed Spawn Universe artists: Jonathan Glapion, Carlo Barberi, Brett Booth, Stephen Segovia, and Jason Shawn Alexander. Sketch artist selection is random and cannot be requested—and ordering early does not guarantee a McFarlane Sketch.

In addition to the sketch insert, every copy of Cover H will be signed by Todd McFarlane and will include a CGC Certificate verifying that both the book and signature are eligible for CGC’s Signature Series program. The certificate will also confirm the authenticity of the inserted sketch. McFarlane has committed to not sign this cover again, ensuring these copies remain limited and highly collectible.

The 1:1,000 variant will likely have a very low print run along with the sketches making it a very difficult book to find in the future. In the announcement, McFarlane said there’s a strong chance there’s less than 100 of the Cover H books printed.

This special variant is part of the larger 50/50/50 Program—a major celebration of the Spawn Universe’s three core titles: King Spawn, Gunslinger Spawn, and The Scorched. As each series hits its 50th issue over the next year, all three will share a matching lineup of premium variant covers and interconnected story elements.

The milestone begins with King Spawn #50, which kicks off a new crossover event that reshapes the Spawn Universe mythos. A powerful ancient force returns—and Spawn is in its sights. The extra-length issue will feature two chapters—illustrated by Carlo Barberi and Stephen Segovia—and a full lineup of covers from McFarlane himself, Skottie Young, Mark Spears, and Puppeteer Lee whose connecting covers span all three of the 50th issues.

McFarlane is also teaming up with CGC for a special collaboration celebrating the conclusion of the 50/50/50 Program. More details will be revealed at the end of September.

King Spawn #50 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, October 15. The Final Order Cutoff for retailers is Monday, September 22.

  • Cover A by Todd McFarlane – Lunar Code: 0825IM0256
  • Cover B by Puppeteer Lee (Connecting Cover) – Lunar Code: 0825IM0257
  • Cover C by Skottie Young – Lunar Code: 0825IM8000
  • Cover D Blank Sketch Cover – Lunar Code: 0825IM0258
  • Cover E 1:50 Variant by Mark Spears – Lunar Code: 0825IM0259
  • Cover F 1:100 Virgin Color Variant by Todd McFarlane – Lunar Code: 0825IM0260
  • Cover G 1:250 B/W Inked Variant by Todd McFarlane, signed by McFarlane with CGC Certificate (McFarlane will not sign this cover again) – Lunar Code: 0825IM0261
  • Cover H 1:1000 Raw Pencil Virgin Variant by Todd McFarlane, signed by McFarlane with CGC Certificate and guaranteed original sketch inserted into the book. 50 orders will include sketches by Todd McFarlane. Once 50 orders are placed, all remaining sketches will be randomly provided by Spawn universe artists: Jonathan Glapion, Carlo Barberi, Brett Booth, Stephen Segovia, and Jason Shawn Alexander. Sketch artist selection is random and cannot be requested. Ordering early does not guarantee a McFarlane sketch. – Lunar Code: 0825IM0262
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