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Kirkman and Samnee’s Fire Power returns with a new arc in July

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Skybound has announced that Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee will return for an all-new story arc this summer. The high-octane comic series from the superstar team of creator/writer Robert Kirkman, creator/artist Chris Samnee, colorist Matthew Wilson, and letterer Rus Wooton kicks off a fifth arc with issue #25 arriving July 26, 2023.  

Fire Power will return with a double-sized 44-page story picking up where the previous arc’s shocking finale left off, with readers reeling for the Johnson family. After learning Wei Lun killed his parents, Owen cannot let the past go. 

Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #25 (Diamond Code MAY230222 | $4.99) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, comiXology, and Google Play on Wednesday, July 26, 2023.

Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #25

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There’s a Dragon on the Loose in Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #20

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Image and Skybound unveiled a vibrant first look at Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #20, from the star-studded team of writer Robert Kirkman, artist Chris Samnee, colorist Matthew Wilson, and letterer Rus Wooton. Fire Power #20 follows the shocking revelation in issue #19 that another Johnson family member wields the Fire Power, which may be a fortunate development now that there’s a giant dragon in the picture.

Old friends, new allies—the fight against Master Shaw is heating up and Owen will need all the help he can get.

In addition to the main cover by Samnee and Wilson, Fire Power #20 comes with an all-star list of variant covers, including a cover by Jim Cheung and Jay Ramos, the continuing portrait variant cover series by David Finch and Dave McCaig, and the connecting cover series from sketch artist Kim Jung Gi and colorist Pyeongjun Park. Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #20 will be available at  comic book shops  and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, comiXology, and Google Play on Wednesday, May 4.

The Dragon is Real in Fire Power by Kirkman and Samnee #19

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Image Comics and Skybound have revealed a first look at Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #19, from the iconic team of writer Robert Kirkman, artist Chris Samnee, colorist Matthew Wilson and letterer Rus Wooton. Fire Power #19 launches a new story arc, following the shocking reveal of the dragon that closed issue #18.

The legends are true. The dragon is real. The world is in danger. All this and INTRODUCING: MASTER SHUN!

In addition to the main cover by Samnee and Wilson, Fire Power #19 boasts an impressive list of variant covers, including a cover by Jeff Smith and colorist Tom Gaadt, the kick-off of a variant cover series by superstars David Finch and Dave McCaig, as well as the beginning of a connecting cover series from master sketch artist Kim Jung Gi and colorist Pyeongjun Park, depicting Owen’s allies in the biggest fight of their lives in Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #19-24.

Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #19 will be available at  comic book shops  and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, comiXology, and Google Play on Wednesday, April 6.

The full list of covers is below: 

  • Fire Power #19 Cover A by Samnee & Wilson (Diamond Code FEB220203) 
  • Fire Power #19 Cover B by Finch & McCaig (Diamond Code FEB220204) 
  • Fire Power #19 Cover C by Smith & Gaadt (Diamond Code FEB220205) 
  • Fire Power #19 Cover D by Jung Gi & Park (Diamond Code FEB220206)  

Fire Power Gets Connecting Variants from Kim Jung Gi and Pyeongjun Park

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Image Comics and Skybound have revealed a stunning six-part set of all-new Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee connecting variant covers from master sketch artist Kim Jung Gi and colorist Pyeongjun Park, depicting Owen’s allies in the biggest fight of their lives.

These new covers will appear as variants to Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #19-24, with each issue presenting the series from the iconic team of writer Robert Kirkman, artist Chris Samnee, colorist Matthew Wilson, and letterer Rus Wooton. Fire Power #19 kicks off a thrilling new story arc, following the shocking reveal of an important new character that closed issue #18. It’s time to see if all the legends are true.

Fire Power #19 will also kick off an impressive variant cover series by superstars David Finch and Dave McCaig, along with a new variant by the legendary Jeff Smith.

Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #19 will be available at  comic book shops  and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on Wednesday, April 6.

A full list of the connecting covers is below: 

  • Fire Power #19, cover D by Kim Jung Gi
  • Fire Power #20, cover D by Kim Jung Gi
  • Fire Power #21, cover D by Kim Jung Gi 
  • Fire Power #22, cover D by Kim Jung Gi 
  • Fire Power #23, cover D by Kim Jung Gi 
  • Fire Power #24, cover D by Kim Jung Gi

It’s Fire vs. Snakes in Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #15

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Image Comics and Skybound have revealed a first look at Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #15, continuing the exciting second year of the hit series from superstars Robert Kirkman, Chris Samnee, and Matthew Wilson.

After the stunning events of the last issue, the Serpent’s Omen takes hold! Now, Owen has no choice but to fight back—and the Fire Power might not be enough. But first Ling Zan, Kellie and Owen will have to sort out, well, a lot.

Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #15 (Diamond Code JUL210227) will be available at  comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, comiXology, and Google Play on Wednesday, September 1.

The Serpent’s Omen Hunts Owen in Fire Power By Kirkman & Samnee #14

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Image Comics and Skybound have revealed a first look at Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #14, the next thrilling issue of the acclaimed series from superstars Robert Kirkman, Chris Samnee, and Matthew Wilson.

The jaw-dropping Year Two of Fire Power continues as Owen has quickly realizes that he and his family may never be able to return to a normal life. After all, The Serpent’s Omen is called that for a reason…and they’re not the only ones from Owen’s past ready to show their faces once again.

Plus, Wei Lun hits the courts for the first time and he’s got a wicked crossover. It’s gotta be the shoes, right?

Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #14 (Diamond Code JUN210209) will be available at  comic book shops  and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, comiXology, and Google Play on Wednesday, August 4.

Year Two of Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee Begins in July

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The action-packed Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #13 from superstars Robert Kirkman, Chris Samnee, and Matthew Wilson begins here with a first look at interior art from the upcoming new story arc.

After the shocking events of the last issue, Year Two of Fire Power begins as Chou Feng has been defeated and Wei Lun has retaken control of the Temple of the Flaming Fist. Owen Johnson is now able to return home to his life in St. Louis where everything has gone back to normal… right? No? Oh, dear… what now? And will it ruin the FIRST EVER Johnson Family Taco Night?

And why did the answer HAVE TO BE SNAKES?

Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #13 (Diamond Code MAY210085) will be available at  comic book shops  and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, comiXology, and Google Play on Wednesday, July 7.

Robert Kirkman, Chris Samnee, and Matthew Wilson Celebrate One Year of Fire Power

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Superstars Robert Kirkman, Chris Samnee, and Matthew Wilson celebrate Fire Power’s historic first anniversary with a line-up of stunning covers and a sneak peek at interior art from issue #12. This momentous issue will showcase some of the biggest names in comics lending their talents to some of Image and Skybound’s hottest covers of the year. 

Everything has been leading to this moment. The Scorched Earth Clan and The Order of the Flaming Fist face off one final time! Owen Johnson has fully reentered the world he left behind and from this point on—everything changes! This extra-length issue is NOT TO BE MISSED! 

Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #12 will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, comiXology, and Google Play on Wednesday, June 2: 

  • Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #12 Cover A by Samnee & Matthew Wilson (Diamond Code APR210165) 
  • Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #12 Cover B by Frank Quitely (Diamond Code APR210166) 
  • Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #12 Cover C by Mindy Lee (Diamond Code APR210167) 
  • Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #12 Cover D by Tula Lotay (Diamond Code APR210168)  
  • Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #12 Cover E by Todd McFarlane & Matthew Wilson (Diamond Code APR210169) 
  • Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #12 Cover F by Simone Di Meo (Diamond Code APR210170) 
  • Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #12 Cover G by Tonci Zonjic (Diamond Code APR210171) 
  • Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #12 Cover H by Rob Liefeld & Marcelo Maiolo (Diamond Code APR210172) 
  • Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #12 Cover I by Annie Wu (Diamond Code APR210173) 
  • Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #12 Cover J by Erik Larsen & Matthew Wilson (Diamond Code APR210174) 
  • Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #12 Cover K by Khary Randolph (Diamond Code APR210175) 
  • Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #12 Cover L by Frank Miller & Alex Sinclair (Diamond Code APR210176) 
  • Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #12 Cover M Pride variant by Kira Okamoto (Diamond Code MAR219145) 
  • Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #12 Cover N 1:25 Copy B&W incentive variant by Frank Miller (Diamond Code MAR219146) 
  • Fire Power by Kirkman & Samnee #12 Cover O 1:25 Copy B&W incentive variant by Todd McFarlane (Diamond Code MAR219147)  

Image and Skybound Reveal Pride Month Charity Variants to Benefit the Transgender Law Center

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In celebration of Pride Month this June, Skybound Entertainment will release a line of nine variant covers featuring art by LGBTQI+ creators.

All proceeds  from the sales of these Pride Month variant covers,  will be donated to the Transgender Law Center, the largest national trans-led organization advocating for a world in which all people are free to define themselves and their futures. Skybound will continue these charity initiatives throughout the year along with additional actions in support of underrepresented and vulnerable communities.

Skybound’s  Pride Month variant covers will be available exclusively at comic book stores and include:   

Available on Wednesday, June 2—

  • Fire Power #12 Cover M by Kira Okamoto (Diamond Code MAR219145) 
  • The Walking Dead Deluxe #16 Cover D by Tillie Walden (Diamond Code MAR219153) 

Available on Wednesday, June 9—

  • Birthright #50 Cover B by Binglin Hu (Diamond Code MAR219155) 
  • The Six Sidekicks of Trigger Keaton #1 Cover C by Ed Luce (Diamond Code MAR219150) 
  • Oblivion Song #31 Cover B by Em Allen (Diamond Code MAR219149) 

Available on Wednesday, June 16—

  • Stillwater #8 Cover B by Gabrielle Kari (Diamond Code MAR219151) 
  • Ultramega #4 Cover E by Kris Anka (Diamond Code MAR219152) 
  • The Walking Dead Deluxe #17 Cover E by Marty G (Diamond Code MAR219154) 

Available on Wednesday, June 23—

  • Manifest Destiny #44 Cover B by TBA (Diamond Code MAR219148) 
Fire Power #12 Pride Month Variant
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