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Hot and Plenty of It! Skybound and Image Dish Out Ghost Pepper’s Biggest Story Arc Yet

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Skybound and Image Comics have announced a bold new Ghost Pepper story arc from creator/writer/artist/letterer Ludo Lullabi and colorist Adriano Lucas. Ghost Pepper #13 will kick off the next chapter in the spiciest action series on shelves and will arrive in comic book shops on July 29, 2026. 

Ghost Pepper introduced readers to a reality where humanity survived a monstrous threat, but the world isn’t better for everyone. Every day Loloi hits the road to deliver her delicious cooking to the masses, outsmarting her treacherous competition and staying one step ahead of the massive robots “protecting” them all. But everything changes when she serves a mysterious warrior named Ash, whose secrets might just save the world…if his superhuman strength doesn’t destroy it first.

Now, the world needs a champion… but none remain! After the shocking events of last issue, a strange traveler emerges from the chaos, eager to taste Loloï’s famous spicy dishes… AND MIGHT BE THE KEY TO SAVING THE WORLD? 

For every issue of this exciting new story arc there will be a 90s trading card-themed variant cover from acclaimed artist Cliff Rathburn, each “card” featuring a character from the Ghost Pepper cast, including Ax, the elusive new character debuting in this arc.   

In addition to the main cover by Ludo Lullabi, the lineup of variant covers for Ghost Pepper #13 also includes an open-to-order cover by Cedric Poulat, the first cover in the 1:10 incentive variant cover series by Cliff Rathburn, a 1:25 incentive variant cover by Mirka Andolfo, a 1:50 incentive variant cover by Alec Bezzina, and a blank sketch cover.

The full list of covers is below: 

  • Ghost Pepper #13 Cover A by Ludo Lullabi
  • Ghost Pepper #13 Cover B by Cedric Poulat
  • Ghost Pepper #13 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Cliff Rathburn
  • Ghost Pepper #13 Cover D (1:25 Incentive) by Mirka Andolfo
  • Ghost Pepper #13 Cover E (1:50 Incentive) by Alec Bezzina
  • Ghost Pepper #13 Cover F (Blank Sketch) ($4.99)
  • Ghost Pepper #14 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Cliff Rathburn
  • Ghost Pepper #15 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Cliff Rathburn
  • Ghost Pepper #16 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Cliff Rathburn
  • Ghost Pepper #17 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Cliff Rathburn
  • Ghost Pepper #18 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Cliff Rathburn

Skybound Reveals Variant Covers for Ghost Pepper #7

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Skybound and Image Comics have revealed the variant cover lineup for Ghost Pepper #7, from creator/writer/artist/letterer Ludo Lullabi and colorist Adriano Lucas. Ghost Pepper #7 continues the new arc of the fiery action series and will arrive in comic book shops on January 21, 2026. 

Ghost Pepper  has introduced readers to a reality where humanity survived a monstrous threat, but the world isn’t better for everyone. Every day Loloi hits the road to deliver her delicious cooking to the masses, outsmarting her treacherous competition and staying one step ahead of the massive robots “protecting” them all. But everything changes when she serves a mysterious warrior named Ash, whose secrets might just save the world…if his superhuman strength doesn’t destroy it first. 

Now, Ash’s role in saving the world is revealed, and his enemies plan to silence him…permanently. A new battle begins in issue #7! 

In addition to the main cover by Ludo Lullabi, the lineup of variant covers for Ghost Pepper #7 also includes an open-to-order cover by Chuma Hill, the continuation of the 1:10 incentive “action figure” variant cover series by Frédéric Pham Chuong, a 1:25 incentive variant cover by Riley Rossmo, and a 1:50 incentive variant cover by Homare. 

The full list of covers is below: 

  • Ghost Pepper #7 Cover A by Ludo Lullabi (Lunar Code: 1125IM0322) 
  • Ghost Pepper #7 Cover B by Chuma Hill (Lunar Code: 1125IM0323) 
  • Ghost Pepper #7 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Frédéric Pham Chuong (Lunar Code: 1125IM0324) 
  • Ghost Pepper #7 Cover D (1:25 Incentive) by Riley Rossmo (Lunar Code: 1125IM0325) 
  • Ghost Pepper #7 Cover E (1:50 Incentive) by Homare (Lunar Code: 1125IM0326) 

Skybound Reveals Fresh Covers for Ghost Pepper’s Spicy New Story Arc

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Skybound and Image Comics have revealed a first look at covers for the second story arc of the hit comic book series Ghost Pepper, including the debut of rising star artist Frédéric Pham Chuong’s themed variant cover series. From creator/writer/artist/letterer Ludo Lullabi and colorist Adriano Lucas, the high-octane action series about forgotten heroes, cutthroat food trucks, and saving the world continues when issue #6 arrives in comic book shops on December 17, 2025.  

Each of the covers in the “action figure” themed variant cover series by Frédéric Pham Chuong depicts Ghost Pepper’s cast of characters encased in classic figure packaging for fans to collect and display as if it’s a pristine figure. This themed set will span the Cover C (1:10 incentive) variant cover slot for issues #6-12.

Ghost Pepper introduced readers to a reality where humanity survived a monstrous threat, but the world isn’t better for everyone. Every day Loloi hits the road to deliver her delicious cooking to the masses, outsmarting her treacherous competition and staying one step ahead of the massive robots “protecting” them all. But everything changes when she serves a mysterious warrior named Ash, whose secrets might just save the world…if his superhuman strength doesn’t destroy it first.

The second story arc of Ghost Pepper begins in the aftermath of a major battle, when Loloi brings Ash to her home village, which has been overrun by a corrupt mayor and his augmented henchmen! All the while, hunters are closing in…

In addition to kicking off the action figure variant cover series by Frédéric Pham Chuong, the lineup of variant covers for Ghost Pepper #6 also includes the main cover by Ludo Lullabi, an open-to-order variant cover by Carmine di Giandomenico, a 1:25 incentive variant cover by Patricia Martín, a 1:50 incentive variant cover by new artist Pepper, and a blank sketch cover. 

The full list of covers is below:  

  • Ghost Pepper #6 Cover A by Ludo Lullabi (Lunar Code: 1025IM0362) 
  • Ghost Pepper #6 Cover B by Carmine Di Giandomenico (Lunar Code: 1025IM0363) 
  • Ghost Pepper #6 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Frédéric Pham Chuong (Lunar Code: 1025IM0364)  
  • Ghost Pepper #6 Cover D (1:25 Incentive) by Patricia Martin (Lunar Code: 1025IM0365) 
  • Ghost Pepper #6 Cover E (1:50 Incentive) by Pepper (Lunar Code: 1025IM0366) 
  • Ghost Pepper #6 Cover F Blank Sketch (Lunar Code: 1025IM0367) 
  • Ghost Pepper #7 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Frédéric Pham Chuong (Lunar Code: 1125IM0324)  
  • Ghost Pepper #8 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Frédéric Pham Chuong 
  • Ghost Pepper #9 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Frédéric Pham Chuong  
  • Ghost Pepper #10 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Frédéric Pham Chuong  
  • Ghost Pepper #11 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Frédéric Pham Chuong  
  • Ghost Pepper #12 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Frédéric Pham Chuong 

Ghost Pepper #3 is a mix of fantastic art and great concepts but overall just ok

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Loloi and her new allies are being hunted by the most dangerous forces in the world—and that’s only the beginning… On the road, Loloi and her new allies hit their first major obstacle…and this is just the appetizer

Story: Ludo Lullabi
Art: Ludo Lullabi
Color: Adriano Lucas

Get your copy now! To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

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Ghost Pepper #2 reveals a bit more of what’s going on as it narrows its focus

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Loloi may have found the one person who can save the world…again. But that’s only if they can survive the forces converging on them!

Story: Ludo Lullabi
Art: Ludo Lullabi
Color: Adriano Lucas

Get your copy now! To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

Zeus Comics
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Ludo Lullabi’s Ghost Pepper #1 is getting a Second Printing

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Skybound and Image Comics have announced that the all-new comic book series debut Ghost Pepper #1, from Ludo Lullabi, has sold out at the distributor level and will return with a new printing. The second printing features an all-new cover by Ludo Lullabi, as well as a foil version of Stanley “Artgerm” Lau’s Ghost Pepper #1 cover and will be available at comic shops on August 27, 2025. 

Ghost Pepper is the brainchild of Ludo Lullabi, whose credits include TRANSFORMERS and Joe Madureira’s cult-favorite Battle Chasers, and is a perfect showcase of his electrifying work as writer, artist, and letterer here. Joined by colorist Adriano Lucas, Lullabi helms a high-octane action series about forgotten heroes, cutthroat food trucks, and saving the world…again.  

Humanity survived a monstrous extinction-level threat, but the world isn’t better for everyone. Every day Loloi hits the road to deliver her delicious cooking to the masses, outsmarting her treacherous competition and staying one step ahead of the massive robots “protecting” them all. But everything changes when she serves a mysterious warrior named Ash, whose secrets might just save the world…if his superhuman strength doesn’t destroy it first. 

  • Ghost Pepper #1 Second Printing Cover A by Ludo Lullabi (Lunar Code: 0725IM894) 
  • Ghost Pepper #1 Second Printing Cover B by Stanley “Artgerm” Lau ($5.99) (Lunar Code: 0725IM895)

Loloi’s Fight for Survival Heats Up in Ghost Pepper #2 by Ludo Lullabi and Adriano Lucas

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Skybound and Image Comics have revealed interior pages and the lineup of variant covers for Ghost Pepper #2, from rising star creator/writer/artist/letterer Ludo Lullabi and colorist Adriano Lucas. The second issue of the fiery new action series about forgotten heroes, cutthroat food trucks, and saving humanity will arrive in comic book shops on August 20, 2025. 

From the mind of Ludo Lullabi comes Ghost Pepper, an explosive new saga where humanity survived a monstrous extinction-level threat, but the world isn’t better for everyone. Every day Loloi hits the road to deliver her delicious cooking to the masses, outsmarting her treacherous competition and staying one step ahead of the massive robots “protecting” them all. But everything changes when she serves a mysterious warrior named Ash, whose secrets might just save the world…if his superhuman strength doesn’t destroy it first. 

In issue #2, Loloi may have found the one person who can save the world…again. But can they survive what’s coming for them? 

In addition to the main cover by Ludo Lullabi, the lineup of variant covers for Ghost Pepper #2 also includes an open-to-order cover by Derrick Chew, the continuation of the 1:10 incentive “wanted poster” variant cover series by Kael Ngu, a 1:25 incentive variant cover by Jorge Fornés, and a 1:50 incentive variant cover by Ito. 

Ghost Pepper #2
Ghost Pepper #2

The full list of covers is below:  

  • Ghost Pepper #2 Cover A by Ludo Lullabi (Lunar Code: 0625IM321) 
  • Ghost Pepper #2 Cover B by Derrick Chew (Lunar Code: 0625IM322) 
  • Ghost Pepper #2 Cover C (1:10 Incentive) by Kael Ngu (Lunar Code: 0625IM323) 
  • Ghost Pepper #2 Cover D (1:25 Incentive) by Jorge Fornés (Lunar Code: 0625IM324) 
  • Ghost Pepper #2 Cover E (1:50 Incentive) by Ito (Lunar Code: 0625IM325)

Ghost Pepper #1 feels like it’s the manga Crazy Food Truck with some small changes

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Humanity survived a monstrous threat, but the world isn’t better for everyone. Every day Loloi hits the road to deliver her delicious cooking to the masses, outsmarting her treacherous competition and staying one step ahead of the massive robots “protecting” them all. But everything changes when she serves a mysterious warrior named Ash, whose secrets might just save the world…if his superhuman strength doesn’t destroy it first. Ghost Pepper #1 is an interesting debut that shows off potential but the art is what really shines.

Story: Ludo Lullabi
Art: Ludo Lullabi
Color: Adriano Lucas

Get your copy now! To find a comic shop near you, visit http://www.comicshoplocator.com or call 1-888-comicbook or digitally and online with the links below.

Zeus Comics
Kindle

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Ghost Pepper #1 is interesting but feels like a remix of Crazy Food Truck

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Ghost Pepper #1

Humanity survived a monstrous threat, but the world isn’t better for everyone. Every day Loloi hits the road to deliver her delicious cooking to the masses, outsmarting her treacherous competition and staying one step ahead of the massive robots “protecting” them all. But everything changes when she serves a mysterious warrior named Ash, whose secrets might just save the world…if his superhuman strength doesn’t destroy it first. Ghost Pepper #1 is an interesting debut that shows off potential but the art is what really shines.

Ludo Lullabi does double duty with the writing and art for Ghost Pepper and the debut issue generally dumps readers into the world without much as far as explanation as to what’s going on. It’s a dystopian/post-apocalyptic world where it feels like a few control a lot and the majority attempt to just get by and survive. There’s some sort of mechanized police and the issue eventually introduces a mysterious warrior Ash, who seems to have some sort of past that and connection to what happened and threatens the current rulers.

Lullabi has created an interesting world but, it’s a debut that needs to give just a little bit more info as to what that world is. Why should we care about Ash? What is the focus on the food? What’s up with the mechanized police type things? It’s all great ideas that all needed a little more fleshing out in the first issue, not later on.

The art by Lullabi is great though. With color by Adriana Lucas, Lullabi’s style is reminiscent of Joe Madureira’s which is why Lullabi was chosen for the relaunch of Battle Chasers. There’s a kinetic feel to it and it brings a lot of flare and energy. It’s a comic that looks great but the flash stands out making the rest feel rather thin as far as depth.

Ghost Pepper #1 is an interesting start. It’s good but not great. The biggest problem is, as presented, it feels like a remake of the manga Crazy Food Truck. It could be completely different but that’s how overall not fleshed out the first issue is beyond eating some food and fights. Interchange the characters into this issue and it’d feel like a continuation of that series. Still, there’s potential here and the art does pop. It’s a bit of a throwback to a time when Image was a bit more flash that substance and it’s debatable if that’s a good thing or not.

Story: Ludo Lullabi Art: Ludo Lullabi Color: Adriano Lucas
Story: 7.25 Art: 8.5 Overall: 7.25 Recommendation: Read

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