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Preview: Arrivals #1

Posted on October 22, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

Arrivals #1

Creator: Jonathan Hickman · Mike del Mundo · Mike Huddleston · Nick Spencer
Writer: Nick Spencer
Artist: Mike Huddleston · Christian Ward · James Stokoe
Letterer: AndWorld Design
Cover artist: Mike Huddleston

From the New York Times bestselling and multi-Eisner award-nominated creator of East of West, The Manhattan Projects, Decorum, and more comes this ambitious science-fiction universe presented by comics titan Jonathan Hickman.

A grand new sci-fi epic begins in a bold new universe…

A generation after the disappearance of astronaut and explorer Tajo Vallar, his children are called home to reunite and solve a new mystery—but first, they have to get there!

Experience a guided tour of each of the three worlds and three moons like no other in this stunning, massively oversized introductory issue from the minds of Jonathan Hickman, Mike del Mundo, Mike Huddleston, and Nick Spencer—featuring contributions from Christian Ward, James Stokoe, Juni Ba and many more!

Presented in a prestige, magazine-sized format showcasing stunning artwork from some of the leading creators in comics.

Cover art for the comic book 'Arrivals' featuring a colorful, cosmic scene with spaceships, a central figure with flowing garments, and a vibrant background of planets and stars.

A comic book page featuring a narrative about missing characters Tajo Vallar and his team, illustrated with scenes of exploration and danger. The first panel shows a distant ship, followed by characters in space suits. The central panel depicts a cave entrance with figures silhouetted inside, and the last panel includes characters discussing ominous consequences.

A woman stands facing a glowing backdrop with faint, ghost-like images of people, engaged in conversation about a rescue mission.

DC has revealed Wonder Woman’s “Year of Wonder” with Louise Simonson, Cian Tormey, Stephanie Williams, Elena Casagrande, and more

Posted on October 21, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

Since her debut in All-Star Comics #8 in 1941, Wonder Woman has stood as a champion of truth, compassion, and equality throughout the DC Universe and beyond. Princess Diana of Themyscira has lived many lives, but her commitment to peace and justice has never wavered. On the anniversary of the Amazon Princess’s historic DC debut, DC looks toward her extraordinary future by declaring 2027 the Year of Wonder, an unforgettable year of stories from celebrated comic book creators.

Legendary writer Louise Simonson writes DC’s main Wonder Woman series for the first time beginning with Wonder Woman #41 on January 20, joining acclaimed artist Cian Tormey for a new four-issue story that establishes a bold new status quo for Diana and her world.

In Simonson and Tormey’s story, Wonder Woman is determined to abolish the Amazon Safety Act and clear the way for her sisters to return to the shores of Man’s World. But after everything they have endured, are the Amazons ready to return, or have they given up on saving humanity from itself?

Wonder Woman stands confidently, wearing her iconic red and gold armor, preparing to wield her lasso. In the background, a crowd of soldiers and banners are visible against a blue sky.

A powerful illustration of a female superhero, wearing a red top with a star emblem and a blue skirt, striking a strong pose with raised arms. She has long dark hair, a confident smile, and is surrounded by dynamic starbursts.

Following Simonson and Tormey’s four-issue story, writer Stephanie Williams and artist Elena Casagrande take the reins for an all-new six-issue arc continuing the Year of Wonder through October 2027.

Williams returns to Diana’s world after contributing four issues to DC’s Wonder Woman series in 2026 and co-writing Wonder Woman 2026 Annual: Wonder War – The Matriarch Special #1. She currently writes the DC GO! webcomic series Warriors and a Wee Wonder, which will soon transition to Warriors and a ’Tween Wonder. Together with Casagrande on DC’s main Wonder Woman series, Williams will carry Wonder Woman into the next chapter of a year designed to celebrate the character’s enduring power, limitless potential, and place at the heart of the DC Universe.

More Wonder Woman stories and superstar creators will be revealed as DC’s Year of Wonder continues throughout 2027.

Wonder Woman #41, written by Louise Simonson with art by Cian Tormey, features a main cover by Ryan Sook and variant covers by Daniel Sampere, Walter Simonson, and Tormey. The issue also features a foil variant cover by David Nakayama and a Sweater Weather variant cover by Alexander Lozano. The 32-page issue arrives at participating comic book shops and digital retailers on January 20, 2027, for $4.99 US, with card stock variants available for $5.99 US.

CELEBRATE WONDER WOMAN WITH DC

Readers can celebrate Wonder Woman’s anniversary with a special selection of stories available through DC Universe Infinite. The Get to Know! Wonder Woman collection brings together defining adventures from across Diana’s remarkable history, with six comics available for fans to read for free on DC’s digital comics platform: Wonder Woman #1 (2023) by Tom King and Daniel Sampere, Wonder Woman #2 (2016) by Greg Rucka and Nicola Scott, Wonder Woman #226 (2006) by Greg Rucka and Cliff Richards, Wonder Woman: Steve Trevor Special #1 (2017) by Tim Seeley and Christian Duce, Wonder Woman #170 (2001) by Joe Kelly and Phil Jimenez, and Wonder Woman #51 (2018) by Steve Orlando and Laura Braga.

CITY OF BURBANK HONORS WONDER WOMAN

Close-up of a bronze statue of a female superhero with long hair and a headband featuring a star.

For fans in Burbank, the Wonder Woman celebration extends beyond the page. Fans can visit the larger-than-life bronze Wonder Woman statue located in front of the Warner Bros. Studio Tour Hollywood entrance at 3400 Warner Blvd. The statue, inspired by original artwork from acclaimed Wonder Woman artist Jenny Frison, offers fans a chance to celebrate the Amazon Princess and capture a photo with an iconic tribute to her enduring legacy.

Visit Burbank will also celebrate Wonder Woman on October 21 with a special comic book giveaway. Five fans will have the chance to win a commemorative Wonder Woman comic book, written by Amanda Deibert with art by Aaron Lopresti. Fans can enter by following @visitburbank and @dccomics and sharing a photo with the Wonder Woman statue. Follow @visitburbank for complete rules and eligibility; winners will be contacted by direct message on October 28.

Six of Us #2 puts the spotlight on the dirt of stardom

Posted on October 21, 2026 by Brett Leave a comment

Cover of the comic book 'Six of Us' issue 2, featuring a stylized illustration of a person lying on the ground with shadowy figures in the background.

Chapter 2: “The Thing About Killing That Guy” Before the funeral, before the reunion, before the fall—there was a hit sitcom. America loved The Six of Us. Six young stars. Endless laughs. Perfect chemistry. But behind the scenes, a different story was unfolding. Told between the bright glow of a ‘90s laugh track and the darkness just off-camera, this issue reveals the moment the cast crossed a line they can’t undo. Six of Us #2 takes the series in unexpected directions as it builds motives for the death of a star.

Written by Tom King, Six of Us is a murder mystery but one that examines the tragedy that is stardom. King gives us a riff on Friends and the careers many of the individuals had once the popular show went off the air. It’s the type of story that leaves you guessing what’s real and what’s not and has readers attempting to remember what happened to each cast member.

Six of Us #2 does a solid job of diving into that history and while doing so, giving readers a possible motive as far as who is the murderer. But, King does it in a way that it’s not obvious that’s what’s happening, the comic taking us through the careers and history, almost like an interview with a star reflecting on their career. It’s not until the end it’s clear that’s what’s been going on and even then, there’s so much revealed, it creates multiple motives from multiple suspects.

There’s a tragedy to it all. The story isn’t just another detective whodunnit. Six of Us #2 makes it clear this is also about the rot that is Hollywood and the struggles of the stars who the audiences adore. Friends, while successful during its run, also spun out disaster and struggles for many of its actors, much like the characters of Six of Us. There’s been a tragic death, a terrible spin-off, and uneven movie careers, and what feels like an unknown path to recapturing the stardom or what to even do with it.

Joining King is artist Gabriel Hernandez Walta who continues to give a style that feels like it’s part tragedy and part detective noir mystery. Joining Walta is Jordie Bellaire on color and Clayton Cowles on letters. The style is an interesting one giving a look of a comic that feels like it has fun with the sun of Hollywood but mixed with the more muted feel of a detective story. The look of the characters nails down the personalities and tells some of what we need to know about their careers.

Six of Us #2 is a solid second issue that builds the mystery and focusing on a few of the potential suspects. It lets the reader play detective to figure out who the killer is and why they did it. It also plays off of pop culture with a subtle jab at the ups and downs of fame and fortune.

Story: Tom King Art: Gabriel Hernandez Walta
Color: Jordie Bellaire Letterer: Clayton Cowles
Story: 8.5 Art: 8.5 Overall: 8.5 Recommendation: Buy

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Filthy Lambs! #1 delivers a nice dysfunctional twist on dark pacts

Posted on October 21, 2026 by Brett Leave a comment

In the basement of Grimaldi Manor, the family patriarch says a prayer and stabs himself in the throat. Blood falls. The demon watches. A woman tries to scream. Upstairs, three generations of the Grimaldi family and a snapping turtle fill the house with unfulfilled promise and joyful childhood shrieks. These are tremendous, terrible times for the lineage! The Grimaldis hold a contract with Their Lord Below for ten more years of prodigious wealth and glory. But old contracts can sour. Monsters can misbehave. And a filthy little lamb can still have teeth. Filthy Lambs! #1 builds things nicely until all hell breaks loose and defies your expectations.

Written by Pallie Paul Allor, Filthy Lambs! #1 sets up a concept we’ve seen many times before. A group has made a pact with a dark force and in return they get wealth and power. But, Allor has a lot of fun with that simple concept by focusing on a group of characters who are all kind of assholes. That emphasis on bad people doing bad sets up for the twist to the comic and really enhances what’s to come.

But more importantly, Filthy Lambs! #1 defies where you think it’s going to go. It breaks the conventional direction and flips the script. And, with such terrible people front and center, the comic also allows the reader to not just enjoy the chaos to come but cheer it on. Allor does it so well, there’s deaths that don’t even hit the reader. There’s little as far as redeeming that has been shown so when the blood starts flowing and bodies start piling up, no matter who it is, the reader doesn’t mind.

But, there’s an underlying theme and concept of Filthy Lambs! #1 that captures the moment. Here, we have a group of individuals who have done terrible things to gain power. They have little care for others and show little care for each other. Those rich, broken individuals, are presented with payment for their deeds, reciprocation that tumbles their ivory tower.

The art by Chris Evenhuis is solid and captures the concept and characters quite well. There’s a punchable quality to everyone and with color by Sjan Weijers and letters by Allor, the comic’s visuals really builds on the negative that Allor focuses on in setting up these characters. But, where the comic really excels is when the shit hits the fan and chaos ensues. It takes a horrific moment and turns it into an almost comical experience as the blood splatters. It’s over the top but done so in a way that doesn’t distract.

Filthy Lambs! #1 is terrible things happening to terrible people. With that terrible happenings focused on rich individuals with little care for others, it’s something that captures the frustration from so many today. It gives us the guillotine so many of us are cheering for and want to see. The debut issue teases what could be a cathartic body count readers can cheer for.

Story: Pallie Paul Allor Art: Chris Evenhuis
Color: Sjan Weijers Letters: Pallie Paul Allor
Story: 8.0 Art: 8.0 Overall: 8.0 Recommendation: Buy

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Avengers: Armageddon #5 sets the stage for what comes next for the Marvel Universe

Posted on October 21, 2026 by Brett Leave a comment

The point of no return! After the cataclysmic events of Avengers: Armageddon #4, the world is torn asunder. Humanity turns against super heroes. And for David Colton, what is the price of all that great power? Avengers: Armageddon #5 wraps up the event and shakes up the Marvel Universe’s status-quo.

With events, they often deliver a summer popcorn story but leave little lasting impact beyond the launch of new series’. Recent Marvel events might have changed up some small details or resulted in a new focus, but they rarely have really driven massive change to the entire Marvel Universe. Avengers: Armageddon has done that, not just with the introduction of Miracleman but also how the world looks at its superheroes and the superheroes see themselves and their future.

Written by Chip Zdarsky, Avengers: Armageddon #5 reflects on the fallout of the fourth issue. A nuclear explosion has gone off resulting in the death of many and a world who has had enough of the destruction due to the action of superheroes. Though they may have saved the world, enough is enough with the fallout. It again addresses the elephant in the room, with so many abilities and such brilliance, why haven’t they focused on truly improving the world instead of just fighting? Avengers: Armageddon has given us the groundwork and a riff on the Superhuman Registration Act on a global scale.

It’s very much an end chapter, an almost epilogue, that sets up the new status-quo and the thoughts of various characters. We see reactions from the Fantastic Four, Iron Man, Captain America, and Spider-Man while finding out the status of Captain Marvel. There’s also a key discussion between Wolverine and Colton about what’s next. Each is clear what’s on their mind and where things may go. Spider-Man sees the superheroes’ purpose while Colton wants to atone. Tony wants to answer the challenge of why don’t superheroes do more good while presented with an opportunity to do bad and rejecting it. S.H.I.E.L.D. is back with a new mission and focus. And while all of that makes things clear as to where things are going, Zdarsky still throws out a teaser with the “return” of two character who must “save the Earth.” From what? We don’t know.

The art is handle by the trio of Delio Diaz, Frank Alpizar, and Ario Anindito. They’re joined by Jesus Aburtov on color and Cory Petit handling the lettering. The comic looks fantastic. The art captures the guilt, sadness, and shock of events. Spider-Man, even with his mask, feels lost and sputtering for answers and a direction along with the guilt of not being there. The meeting between Colton and Wolverine is not just intense but you feel the weight of it all on Colton who feels broken from recent events along with the massive guilt of what he’s done. Wolverine, while threatening, gives off the wise grizzled teacher vibe he’s run with. Carol, who took the brunt of the blast and survived, feels weaken just in how she’s presented in the panels. Overall, it’s a somber issue whose art amplifies it all.

It’s not too hard to figure out how this new status-quo will play out. There’ll be a massive threat and the superheroes will need to band together to save humanity after the Earth’s nations fail to do so. There’ll be a renewed call for the need of superheroes though there will likely be a finer balance from the Carte Blanche of the past to the restriction Avengers: Armageddon sets up. Still, Avengers: Armageddon #5 and the event as a whole will have lasting repercussions for an unknown amount of time and gives us an intriguing direction for the Marvel Universe and its heroes.

Story: Chip Zdarsky Art: Delio Diaz, Frank Alpizar, Ario Anindito
Color: Jesus Aburtov Letters: Cory Petit
Story: 8.25 Art: 8.25 Overall: 8.25 Recommendation: Buy

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Did You Hear About Mimi Green? #4 concludes in a fashion resembling the third act of The Substance, or honestly your average GWAR tour stop

Posted on October 21, 2026 by Logan Dalton Leave a comment

Comic book cover featuring stylized illustrations of characters, digital elements, and text elements like 'Did You Hear About Mimi Green?' and 'TRENDING L.A. Influencers'. The design includes vibrant colors and a blend of modern and abstract themes.

Did You Hear About Mimi Green? concludes in a fashion resembling the third act of The Substance, or honestly your average GWAR tour stop. Mimi battles the seemingly immortal and definitely not friendly Tyler for her body and soul as well as the lives and general existence of her partner Natalie and roommate Ashley. It’s a full body/mind/psyche fusion that comments on the manipulative nature of the entertainment industry, and how it ruins folks’ self-image. But Connor Goldsmith and Josh Cornillon never lose sight of Naomi/Mara/Mimi’s arc and using horrific, red-stained imagery, they have her clawing back to sanity and finding stability through the love that Natalie, Ashley, and eventually herself shows her.

The decline and fall and rise of a showbiz figure is a common story in American popular fiction, especially film and television with takes on the topic ranging from sleazy Behind the Music type documentaries (At least, those had decent production values ; now we’ve got AI-slop on celebrity scandals.) to great works of art like Sunset Boulevard and most recently HBO’s Hacks. Goldsmith and Cornillon use the infinite potential of the comic book medium to tell this story using exec-frightening gore and bodily twist and turns. On the surface, Did You Hear About Mimi Green? #4 seems like a final act superhero fight scene between good and evil with loved ones hanging in the balance. Josh Cornillon gives Mimi Wolverine claws that break against Tyler’s unbreakable body and also throws in some fun imagery like Tyler being a TV screen monster. The layouts that he uses also look like different body organs with the black gutters like veins or arteries flowing through the meat of this story. Using horror imagery as a metaphor for body dysmorphia is a no-brainer, and I like that not everyone comes out of the story 100% on the body positivity train. (Let’s just say there’s a GLP-1 reference in here.)

Along with Mimi Green #4’s pure viscerality, it has some fascinating intertextuality. Brain pathways that lay dormant since elementary Sunday school fired when Mimi walks through a door with “Ruth 1:20” on it, and Goldsmith and Josh Cornillon reveal that the Naomi/Mara duality is straight from the Hebrew Bible where the woman Naomi changed her name to Mara, or “bitter”, because she lost her husband and two sons in a famine and had no one to care for her except her widowed daughter-in-law Ruth. In the comic, Mara is a therapist figure that lays bare the harshest truths about Mimi including her previous name Naomi before she lost weight and changed her entire image to become a “hot” (In both senses.) public figure. Of course, Mimi wants herself and the world around her to forget about this previous part of her life, but it holds the key to her self-actualization and freeing her from the fucked up reality of the Answers wellness center. Goldsmith uses one of the first great stories of female friendship to liberate his protagonist and continue to the echo truth that’s okay to sit in grief for the person you used to be while being open to new connections and (in this case literally) devouring your past life.

Did You Hear About Mimi Green? uses extreme, trippy visuals to take us on a journey of self-discovery and maybe becoming less of an asshole along the way. I enjoyed seeing deuteragonist Ashley come into her throughout the series culminating in her becoming a blue-tinged badass and saving Natalie from Tyler although let’s just say that her actual ending is very L.A. Mimi eating the corpse of her old self/therapist is disgusting on a surface level, but it’s a call to be authentically kinder and gentler to our past, present, and future selves. Plus I’ll take a horror comic over a self-help book and definitely a wellness retreat any day, especially one that doesn’t have easy answers about tough body stuff.

Story: Connor Goldsmith Art: Josh Cornillon Letters: Ariana Maher
Story: 8.4 Art: 9.0 Overall: 8.7 Recommendation: Buy

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Crowdfunding The Estranged #1, Body Bags Omnibus

Posted on October 21, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

Welcome to our revamped “Crowdfunding Corner” rounding up some of the latest crowdfunding news. We’re going beyond just announcement projects, we’ll be tracking to make sure these projects get delivered as well as what we think the “risk” of backing them are.

We’ll be updating the format as we get a better handle of the needs of this sort of coverage, so stay tuned and check out the first round of projects!

The Estranged: Issue One

Comic book cover of 'The Estranged' featuring two women hugging, with flames and sparks in the background.

Publisher: N/A
Creative Team: Jason McNamara, Matthieu Pereira, Dave Kemp, Konner Knudsen
Launch Date: Funding now – Ends November 11 2026 12:38 PM EST
Risk: Low – There’s previous campaigns and they’re marked as fulfilled with no complaints in the comments

Some towns never forget, some wounds never heal, and nothing is more horrific than a broken heart…

Now live on Kickstarter, acclaimed writer Jason McNamara (Phantom Limbs) returns with THE ESTRANGED, the all-new five-issue supernatural horror series illustrated by Matthieu Pereira (The Warden), with colors by Dave Kemp (Thor) and editing by Konner Knudsen.

Heather and Albion were best friends on the cusp of becoming more when a vicious killer began to stalk Braddock, Texas. Heather narrowly survived an attack, only to find herself accused of being the killer herself by fearful townsfolk. Under suspicion and ostracized, she was forced to leave Braddock and a heartbroken Albion behind.

Now, 13 years later, Heather has returned to Braddock to rebuild her life. As she and Albion attempt to reconnect, a dark presence in town has also reawakened. As locals begin to go missing, suspicion falls on Heather again. Can she find her way to the truth before she and Albion are torn apart forever?

Drawing from the atmospheric dread of Salem’s Lot and Twin Peaks, The Estrangedmakes its small-town setting a character of its own, exploring identity, the cruelty of public perception, and the devastating ripple effects one person’s pain can have on an entire community.

BODY BAGS: Omnibus – Oversized Slipcase Hardcover

A comic book cover featuring a muscular character wielding a sword covered in blood, alongside a female character holding a weapon. The background is colorful with the title 'BODY BAGS #1' prominently displayed.

Publisher: 12-Gauge Comics
Creative Team: Jason Pearson
Launch Date: Funding now – Ends November 19 2026 9:35 PM EST
Risk: Low – The project will be delivered but there’s a chance it won’t make its expected release date

12-Gauge Comics has launched a new Kickstarter Campaign for the BODY BAGS: Omnibus, the definitive collection of Jason Pearson’s massively influential treasury of published comics, revolving around the Body Bags mercenary duo of Mack Delgado, AKA Clownface, and his teenage daughter, Panda, as they collide with a deranged rogues gallery in the streets of Terminus, Georgia. Published from 1996 to 2008, the BODY BAGS saga spans the foundational four-issue miniseries, two one shots, and multiple short stories. Pearson passed away from natural causes in 2022, leaving behind a mourning family of creators he helped shape with his transcendental work.

All profits from the campaign benefit Pearson’s family.

12-Gauge Comics is also proud to reveal a set of variant covers for “Fauxsimile” editions of BODY BAGS: Father’s Day #1, printed with card stock covers and hearty newsprint interiors. These cover artists are comprised of veteran comics trailblazers deeply inspired by Pearson and Body Bags:

• Chris Brunner & Rico Renzi (Batman: Legends of the Dark Knight, The Ride, Spider-Gwen, Loose Ends)
• Tomm Coker (Undying Love, Daredevil Noir, The Black Monday Murders)
• Michael Golden (The Micronauts, Batman, The ‘Nam, co-creator of Rogue)
• Andrew Robinson (The Fifth Beatle, Harley Quinn, Superman Rebirth, Dusty Star)
• Matteo Scalera (Secret Avengers, Indestructible Hulk, Batman, Deadpool)
• Brian Stelfreeze (Black Panther, Batman: Shadow of the Bat, The Ride, Matador)

BODY BAGS: Omnibus collects the entirety of the published Body Bags library, including:
The original Body Bags 4-issue miniseries, “Father’s Day” (1996)
The short story “’World Destroyer” (1998)
The short story “Well, It’s About Time!” (2000)
The short story “Hit Da’ Switches” (2006)
The standalone issue “’One Shot” (2008)
The short story “Where There’s Smoke There’s BEEP” (2015)
The short story “Star Trek vs. Star Wars” (2015)
The short story “Pissed Off” (2015)
The short story “’Inner Child, Inner Hell” (2015)

The omnibus will collect these stories in a handsome hardcover with a slipcase initially designed by Pearson and completed by acclaimed designer Sasha E Head. The page count currently clocks in at 275+ pages; 25 more pages will be added if the project achieves stretch goals.

Preview: Terrorbytes Halloween Annual #1

Posted on October 21, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

Terrorbytes Halloween Annual #1

(W) Mark London, Jennifer Liao, D. L. White (A) Mac Rey, Gabriele Falzone, Aguste Calcagno

Halloween arrives with a fresh dose of futuristic horror in this terrifying special issue of TERRORBYTES! Featuring two all-new tales from the winners of Mad Cave’s 2025 Talent Search—along with a chilling bonus story by Mark London—this oversized one-shot delivers unforgettable nightmares where technology, humanity, and fear collide. Three visions of tomorrow prove the scariest monsters aren’t hiding in the dark… they’re already here.

Comic book cover for 'Terrorbytes Halloween Annual' featuring a graphic illustration of a figure with a distressed expression being silenced by a robotic hand.

A woman with curly hair exits a security scanner at an airport or facility, holding a handbag and looking concerned. Below, three robots are depicted carrying various items, showcasing their different functions. The first robot holds packages, the second holds a bag, and the third wears a badge.

A comic panel featuring a teenager with curly hair standing near a vending machine, while a group of students gathers in the background. Another panel shows the same teenager looking surprised, gesturing towards a screen displaying a robot. The bottom section depicts a robot with a champagne bottle and glass, interacting with students who are watching the screen.

Preview: The Last Starfighter: Beta #1

Posted on October 21, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

The Last Starfighter: Beta #1

(W) Deric Hughes, Ben Raab (A) David Cutler

THE BELOVED DUPLICATE GETS HIS DUE!

When the Ko-Dan Armada sent an assassin to kill small-town boy Alex Rogan, it was Alex’s simuloid duplicate Beta who saved the day, sacrificing himself to convince the Ko-Dan that Alex was dead. The move bought the Last Starfighter valuable time—enough to sabotage the Ko-Dan mothership and save the planet Rylos.

That’s been the story for forty years. Now, the original film writer Jonathan Betuel joins a star-studded creative team to reveal Beta’s true fate! Beta survived the Ko-Dan assault, but he’s not the only alien entity left on Earth. And with Alex far away, Beta’s stranded and alone. Can an organic robot with no orders to execute find his own purpose on an alien planet? Not if the Zando-Zan have anything to say about it! A hilarious and heartwarming one-shot from writers Benjamin Raab and Deric A. Hughes (Syfy’s WAREHOUSE 13, The CW’s ARROW, NBC’s QUANTUM LEAP & more) and artist David Cutler (Marvel’s Voices, Giant-Size X-Men: Thunderbird), and a can’t-miss installment in The Last Starfighter mythos!

Comic book cover for 'The Last Starfighter #1 Beta' featuring a character with a dramatic expression reaching out, and several other characters in a tense scene behind him.

Cover art for 'The Last Starfighter #1: Beta', featuring a worried character under a bright lamp with a mysterious figure in the background.

A comic panel depicting a red truck speeding away from an explosion, with dialogue suggesting urgency and confrontation. Inset panel shows a character holding a weapon, and another panel reveals a grotesque figure engulfed in flames.

Preview: Flash Gordon Quarterly #9

Posted on October 21, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

Flash Gordon Quarterly #9

(W) Sarah Gailey, Sam Romesburg, John Lucas (A) Jan Bazaldua, Sam Freeman, John Lucas

Hugo Award-winning writer Sarah Gailey and former Marvel Stormbreaker artist Jan Bazaldua lead the charge on the most action-packed anthology yet! Flash Gordon finds himself right at home on Planet Yonder!

Ming the Merciless is on the run, but his trail’s gone cold. The King of Planet Yonder can tell Flash exactly where to find his archnemesis…but he’ll have to prove his worth first. Watch the hero wrangle his way out of his wildest adventure yet!

Next, the writers and artist behind Mad Cave Studios’ HOUND join forces again for Lone Barin and Cub, a fantastical tale of romance and revenge starring the King of Arboria!

Then, writer and artist John Lucas shows us a world without Flash Gordon. What other heroes might arise? What villains? No More Mings delivers a tale both classic and relevant!

Cover of Flash Gordon Quarterly #9 featuring Flash Gordon riding a creature with claws in a bustling arena filled with spectators.

A superhero character in a dynamic pose, holding a rope, with a serious expression. The background features textures and colors that create a dramatic atmosphere. The title 'A Boon Worth Riding For' is prominently displayed at the bottom.

A comic book panel depicting a tense confrontation between two characters. One character, blindfolded, stands with his hands bound, while another character threatens him with a gun. Dialogue bubbles convey their conversation, hinting at a struggle and the urgency of the situation.

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