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Preview: The Perfectly Monstrous Life of Adam Frankenstein

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The Perfectly Monstrous Life of Adam Frankenstein

Writer: Tate Brombal
Artist: Soo Lee
Colorist: Patricio Delpeche
Letterer: Aditya Bidikar
Cover artist: David Talaski

Fan-favorite character Adam Frankenstein spins out of the GLAAD Media Award nominated The Oddly Pedestrian Life of Christopher Chaos into his very own special! In “Gods & Monsters,” Tate Brombal (Batgirl, Barbalien: Red Planet, House of Slaughter) and Soo Lee (Carmilla, Maleficent) reveal the origins of Adam’s horrific creation under the knives of Victor Frankenstein. This epic tale thrillingly adapts Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein for the Chaos Universe and finally answers readers’ questions about the heartbreaking early life of Christopher Chaos’s mentor. Adam Frankenstein must become a protector for all Monsterkind . . . His immortal mission begins here!

This special also includes an eight-page “Monsters in Love” short story as a flip-book feature with a special cover illustration by Bradley Clayton!

The Perfectly Monstrous Life of Adam Frankenstein

Preview: The Perfectly Monstrous Life of Adam Frankenstein

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The Perfectly Monstrous Life of Adam Frankenstein

Writer: Tate Brombal
Artist: Soo Lee
Colorist: Patricio Delpeche
Letterer: Aditya Bidikar
Cover artist: David Talaski

Fan-favorite character Adam Frankenstein spins out of the GLAAD Media Award nominated The Oddly Pedestrian Life of Christopher Chaos into his very own special! In “Gods & Monsters,” Tate Brombal (Batgirl, Barbalien: Red Planet, House of Slaughter) and Soo Lee (Carmilla, Maleficent) reveal the origins of Adam’s horrific creation under the knives of Victor Frankenstein. This epic tale thrillingly adapts Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein for the Chaos Universe and finally answers readers’ questions about the heartbreaking early life of Christopher Chaos’s mentor. Adam Frankenstein must become a protector for all Monsterkind . . . His immortal mission begins here!

This special also includes an eight-page “Monsters in Love” short story as a flip-book feature with a special cover illustration by Bradley Clayton!

The Perfectly Monstrous Life of Adam Frankenstein

She’s Alive! Alive! Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives by Kelly Thompson and Mattia De Iulis

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Skybound Entertainment, Image Comics, and Universal Products & Experiences have revealed Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives, a new four-issue comic book series from the Eisner Award winning writer Kelly Thompson and her longtime creative collaborator, Eisner Award nominated artist Mattia De Iulis. Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives #1 arrives just in time for Halloween, landing in comic book shops on October 28, 2026. 

HERE COMES THE BRIDE… Kelly Thompson and Mattia De Iulis reunite once again to deliver the most haunting new horror series of the year. Born in the heart of a thunderstorm, made of stolen flesh, electricity, and monstrous desperation—The Bride lives! 

With no memory of her past or understanding of what she is, The Bride takes her first steps into this strange new world. With danger seemingly lurking around every corner, she must solve the mystery of where and who she came from…and discover what makes life worth living.  

Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives #1

The full list of covers is below: 

  • Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives #1 Cover A by Mattia De Iulis 
  • Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives #1 Cover B by Joshua Middleton 
  • Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives #1 Cover C by Artgerm 
  • Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives #1 Cover D (Connecting) by Luana Vecchio 
  • Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives #1 Cover E (1:25 Incentive) by Joshua Middleton 
  • Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives #1 Cover F (1:50 Incentive) by Rosemary Valero O’Connell
  • Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives #1 Cover G (1:75 Incentive) by Christian Ward
  • Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives #1 Cover H (1:100, FOIL Incentive) by David Talaski (SRP: $5.99) 
  • Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives #1 Cover I Blank Sketch (SRP: $5.99) 
  • Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives #1 Cover J (FOIL) by Artgerm (SRP: $5.99) 
  • Universal Monsters: The Bride of Frankenstein Lives #1 Cover K (Die Cut, FOIL Hairiant) by Ryan Sook (SRP: $5.99)

Preview: Universal Monsters: Blood of the Wolf Man #1

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Universal Monsters: Blood of the Wolf Man #1

(W) Joshua Williamson (A) Leomacs

Adam Jaeger thought he could become someone new at college… but not like this. One moment he was partying, the next he’s recovering from a massacre that left almost no survivors. The worst part? He might be responsible…  

As the monster within tries to claw loose, Adam will do anything he can to stop from becoming…THE WOLF MAN. 

Universal Monsters: Blood of the Wolf Man

Tate Brombal and Soo Lee adapt Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein for the Christopher Chaos Universe in The Perfectly Monstrous Life of Adam Frankenstein

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Dark Horse Comics and Tiny Onion present The Perfectly Monstrous Life of Adam Frankenstein, a one-shot that expands on the origin story of Adam Frankenstein. Written by Tate Brombal, illustrated by Soo Lee, colored by Patricio Delpeche, and lettered by Aditya Bidikar, this 56-page one-shot will be released in August 2026. It will also feature cover art by David Talaski, Filipe Andrade, and Fernando Blanco and an eight-page “Monsters in Love” short story by Mark Bouchard, Naomi Franq, Héctor Barros, and Aditya Bidikar as a flip-book with a special cover illustration by Kendra Wells.

The Perfectly Monstrous Life of Adam Frankenstein reveals the origins of Adam’s horrific creation under the knives of Victor Frankenstein. This epic tale thrillingly adapts Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein for the Chaos Universe and finally answers readers’ questions about the heartbreaking early life of Christopher Chaos’s mentor. Adam Frankenstein must become a protector for all Monsterkind . . . His immortal mission begins here!

The Perfectly Monstrous Life of Adam Frankenstein one-shot arrives in comic shops on August 26, 2026. It is now available for preorder from your local comic shop for $7.99.

This one-shot will also be collected in a paperback edition alongside The Oddly Pedestrian Life of Christopher Chaos #7 and #8, which features another side story about Adam Frankenstein. The book, The Perfectly Monstrous Life of Adam Frankenstein (184 pages, 6.625 × 10.1875”), is now available for preorder for $24.99 and will be available in comic shops and bookstores on December 15, 2026.

Joshua Williamson and Leomacs Sink Their Teeth into Universal Monsters: Blood of the Wolf Man

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Skybound Entertainment, Image Comics, and Universal Products & Experiences have announced Universal Monsters: Blood of the Wolf Man, a new four-issue limited comic book series from writer Joshua Williamson and artist Leomacs. Howling through moonlit nights, The Wolf Man returns in a new series arriving in comic book shops in June 24, 2026. 

Adam Jaeger thought he could become someone new at college… but not like this. One moment he was partying, the next he’s recovering from a massacre that left almost no survivors. The worst part? He might be responsible…  

As the monster within tries to claw loose, Adam will do anything he can to stop from becoming…THE WOLF MAN. 

The first issue features covers by Leomacs and Pip Martin, Joshua Middleton, Maria Wolf and Mike Spicer, David Talaski, Jorge Fornés, Guillem March, and Michael Walsh.

Universal Monsters: Blood of the Wolf Man

Universal Monsters: Blood of the Wolf Man #1 (of 4) (Lunar Codes Coming Soon | SRP: $4.99, unless otherwise noted) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. 

The full list of covers is below:  

  • Universal Monsters: Blood of the Wolf Man #1 Cover A by Leomacs & Pip Martin 
  • Universal Monsters: Blood of the Wolf Man #1 Cover B by Joshua Middleton  
  • Universal Monsters: Blood of the Wolf Man #1 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) (Connecting) by Maria Wolf & Mike Spicer 
  • Universal Monsters: Blood of the Wolf Man #1 Cover D (1:25 “Classic Horror” B&W) by Joshua Middleton 
  • Universal Monsters: Blood of the Wolf Man #1 Cover E (1:50 Incentive) by David Talaski 
  • Universal Monsters: Blood of the Wolf Man #1 Cover F (1:75 Incentive) by Jorge Fornés 
  • Universal Monsters: Blood of the Wolf Man #1 Cover G (1:100 Incentive) (Foil) by Guillem March (SRP: $5.99) 
  • Universal Monsters: Blood of the Wolf Man #1 Cover H Blank Sketch Cover (SRP: $5.99) 
  • Universal Monsters: Blood of the Wolf Man #1 Cover I (Die Cut Reveal Cover) by Michael Walsh (SRP: $5.99) 

Preview: Universal Monsters: The Phantom of the Opera #1

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Universal Monsters: The Phantom of the Opera #1

writer: Tyler Boss
art: Martin Simmonds

Deep beneath the grand chandelier, the music stirs once more. Boss and Simmonds bring you a horrifying new vision of the story you only think you know! 

A young soprano, Christine, finds her career in chaos after a series of violent crimes plagues the Paris Opera House.  

But the show must go on, and Christine will discover that no one – especially the mysterious voice whispering from the eaves – is what they seem.  

As an old friend returns to investigate these surprising attacks, Christine will discover her connection to the truth and the man known as…THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. 

The Phantom of the Opera will thrill fans new and old with a twist no one sees coming! 

Universal Monsters: The Phantom of the Opera #1

Skybound Reveals Universal Monsters: Phantom of the Opera Variant Covers by Anwita Citriya

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Skybound Entertainment, Image Comics, and Universal Products & Experiences have revealed the connecting variant cover lineup by Anwita Citriya for Universal Monsters: Phantom of the Opera #1, from the dream team of Tyler Boss and Martin Simmonds. The first installment of this shocking new reimagining of Phantom of the Opera will hit comic book shops on February 25, 2026.

The all-new connecting variant covers by talented horror artist Anwita Citriya spans the entirety of the limited series; featuring the leading lady, Christine, the Phantom himself, and the ghastly mysteries behind the Paris Opera House curtain. 

A young soprano, Christine, finds her career in chaos after a series of violent crimes plagues the Paris Opera House. But the show must go on, and Christine will discover that no one – especially the mysterious voice whispering from the eaves – is what they seem. As an old friend returns to investigate these surprising attacks, Christine will discover her connection to the truth and the man known as… PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. 

In addition to the 1:10 incentive connecting variant cover by Anwita Citriya, Universal Monsters: Phantom of the Opera #1 has a main cover by Martin Simmonds, an open to order variant and a 1:25 incentive “classic horror” cover by Joshua Middleton, a 1:50 incentive cover by Rosemary Valero-O’Connell, a 1:75 incentive cover by David Talaski, a 1:100 foil incentive cover by Baldemar Rivas, a blank sketch cover, and a mask cover by Andrea Milana and Andres Juarez. 

Phantom of the Opera will be followed by an additional new Universal Monsters limited series pairing the biggest names in comics with pop culture’s most iconic monsters in the bestselling modern line of horror comics. 

 A full list of the themed covers is below: 

  • Universal Monsters: Phantom of the Opera #1 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) (Connecting) by  Anwita Citriya (Lunar Code: 1225IM0286) 
  • Universal Monsters: Phantom of the Opera #2 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) (Connecting) by  Anwita Citriya (Lunar Code: 0126IM0433) 
  • Universal Monsters: Phantom of the Opera #3 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) (Connecting) by  Anwita Citriya 
  • Universal Monsters: Phantom of the Opera #4 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) (Connecting) by  Anwita Citriya 

Superman and Spider-Man team for Eight New Original Stories Together from DC in March 2026

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Earlier this year, DC Comics and Marvel Comics announced the continuation of their historic crossover collaboration into 2026, beginning in January with the 50th anniversary of the first DC/Marvel crossover, Superman vs. The Amazing Spider-Man. DC has now revealed the creative teams and first look at cover art for its upcoming one-shot comic book Superman/Spider-Man #1.

When journalists Clark Kent and Peter Parker find themselves chasing the same story, the conspiracy they uncover could change the world—especially if Brainiac and Doctor Octopus have anything to say about it. (And we bet they do!) Good thing our intrepid newshounds are secretly Superman and the amazing Spider-Man. To bring this clash of reporters‑turned‑heroes to life, Mark Waid and Jorge Jiménez join forces to headline DC’s Superman/Spider-Man #1 with an unforgettable lead story.

And don’t miss these bonus stories in DC’s Superman/Spider-Man #1, all featuring DC and Marvel characters: Tom King and Jim Lee tell a tale of Lois Lane and Mary Jane Watson, Matt Fraction and Steve Lieber revisit Superman’s pal Jimmy Olsen…and Carnage, Sean Murphy takes us to the future with Superboy (Legion) and Spider-Man 2099, Gail Simone teams up with Belén Ortega for a look at what happens when Power Girl meets Punisher, Christopher Priest and Daniel Sampere show us a time when Superboy Prime (who reads all the comics!) decided to visit Spider-Man right after he got the black suit, and Greg Rucka and Nicola Scott take us on an exciting race between the Daily Planet and the Daily Bugle.

Plus, we finally get to answer the age-old question of who would win in a fair fight: Pa Kent or Uncle Ben! (Just kidding, those guys are too nice to fight each other, but Jeff Lemire and Rafa Sandoval will take us deep into the past to see the two men bond in the face of adversity.)

In addition to Jorge Jiménez’s main cover, DC’s Superman/Spider-Man #1 will feature open-to-order cardstock variant covers by Jim Lee, Scott Williams and Alex Sinclair, Daniel Sampere and Tomeu Morey, Dave Johnson, David Nakayama, Gabriele Dell’Otto, Mikel Janín, Rafael Albuquerque, Stanley “Artgerm” Lau, David Talaski, Arthur Adams, Chrissie Zullo, Josh Middleton, Scott Koblish, Olivier Coipel, Adam Hughes, Mitch Gerads, Jeff Spokes, Evan “Doc” Shaner, Steve Lieber, J. Scott Campbell, Clayton Crain, Rafael Sandoval, and more. Jorge Jiménez’s main cover will also be offered as an open-to-order foil variant cover.

DC’s Superman/Spider-Man #1 will publish on Wednesday, March 25, 2026, and will retail for $7.99 US (main) and $8.99 US (card stock variants).

Tyler Boss and Martin Simmonds Reimagine the Phantom of the Opera in a New Universal Monsters Series

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Skybound Entertainment, Image Comics,and Universal Products & Experiences have announced Universal Monsters: The Phantom of the Opera, a new four-issue limited comic book series from the team of Tyler Boss and Martin Simmonds. Plunging readers into the depths of the most infamous opera house, this shocking new reimagining of The Phantom of the Opera will hit comic book shops beginning on February 25, 2026. 

Deep beneath the grand chandelier, the music stirs once more. Boss and Simmonds bring you a horrifying new vision of the story you only think you know! 

A young soprano, Christine, finds her career in chaos after a series of violent crimes plagues the Paris Opera House.  

But the show must go on, and Christine will discover that no one – especially the mysterious voice whispering from the eaves – is what they seem.  

As an old friend returns to investigate these surprising attacks, Christine will discover her connection to the truth and the man known as…THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA. 

The Phantom of the Opera will thrill fans new and old with a twist no one sees coming! 

Universal Monsters: The Phantom of the Opera #1

The full list of covers is below:  

  • Universal Monsters: The Phantom of the Opera #1 Cover A by Martin Simmonds 
  • Universal Monsters: The Phantom of the Opera #1 Cover B by Joshua Middleton  
  • Universal Monsters: The Phantom of the Opera #1 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) (Connecting) by Anwita Citriya 
  • Universal Monsters: The Phantom of the Opera #1 Cover D (1:25 “Classic Horror” B&W) by Joshua Middleton 
  • Universal Monsters: The Phantom of the Opera #1 Cover E (1:50 Incentive) by Rosemary Valero-O’Connell 
  • Universal Monsters: The Phantom of the Opera #1 Cover F (1:75 Incentive) by David Talaski
  • Universal Monsters: The Phantom of the Opera #1 Cover G (1:100 Incentive) (Foil) by Baldemar Rivas 
  • Universal Monsters: The Phantom of the Opera #1 Cover H Blank Sketch Cover  
  • Universal Monsters: The Phantom of the Opera #1 Cover I (Mask Cover) by Andrea Milana & Jillian Crab (SRP: $5.99)
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