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NYCC 2026: Joseph Illidge Announces Signing with Zeno Robinson and Illuminous Event Sponsorship

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Comics writer and editor Joseph Illidge heads to New York Comic Con 2026 (October 8-11) at the Javits Center in New York City, celebrating comic-shop culture through his latest writing and Illuminous’ support for the Black comics community and beyond. 

On Saturday, October 10, from 5-6 p.m. at Booth #4355, Illidge will join actor Zeno Robinson to sign The Comic Shop Anthology: A Hit TV Show Tie-in, Kat Calamia and Phil Falco’s comic book adaptation of the YouTube series created by Cheyenne Ewulu. Featuring a story written by Illidge, the collection gives fans another way into the world of The Comic Shop.

Published by Lifeline Comics, The Comic Shop Anthology brings the web comedy about a quirky crew doing anything to save their store to the page. Illidge teams with artist Paris Alleyne (Black Panther) on Ratz City, channeling the show’s irreverent humor into a story packed with social commentary and high-energy action. The collection also features Cody Ziglar, Stephanie Williams, DJ Kirkland, and more, celebrating the chaos and camaraderie of comic-shop culture.

Illuminous will also co-sponsor Black Comic Lords’ Lords Lounge at Luma Studios, 307 West 38th Street, October 8-10, beginning at 6 p.m. each evening. The three-night gathering brings blerd culture beyond the NYCC show floor with creator appearances, Whatnot signings, and exclusive drops from Black Comic Lords member SexualChocolateComics, whose shows spotlight talent including Nikolas Draper-Ivey, Sozomaika, Damion Scott, and ChrisCross. The sponsorship reflects Illuminous’ work as an IP and creative services company, helping creators reach new audiences.

SDCC 2026: Joseph P. Illidge’s Illuminous teams with Danny Potter, Charlie Brafman, and Marco Turini for Centaur Riders: Cataphract Legacy

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Ahead of San Diego Comic-Con International, Illuminous has announced its first client acquisition, marking the beginning of a new collaboration with entrepreneur Danny Potter and acclaimed artist Marco Turini, as Centaur Riders: Cataphract Legacy moves toward its inaugural Kickstarter campaign with a 64-page debut comic.

Drawing on decades of experience developing stories and shaping iconic properties—including editorial leadership on DC Comics’ Batman line and creative work with Heavy Metal’s legendary Taarna franchise—Joseph P. Illidge, founder of Illuminous, works closely with creators to refine narrative foundations, strengthen worldbuilding, and position projects for long-term growth across publishing and entertainment. The company’s approach is rooted in helping creators identify what makes their ideas unique and developing intellectual property with lasting cultural and commercial value.

Centaur Riders: Cataphract Legacy is a dark fantasy epic created by Danny Potter, written by award-winning filmmaker and storyteller Charlie Brafman, and illustrated by artist and concept designer Marco Turini. Set in Ashvaren, a richly imagined world of centaurs, minotaurs, druids, prophecy, and ancient empires, the story follows Artemis—the last centaur—as he embarks on a perilous journey to uncover the truth about his origins and the fate of a people believed lost to history. 

The upcoming Kickstarter campaign for Centaur Riders: Cataphract Legacy Volume 1 marks the next major milestone for the project, inviting readers into the world of Ashvaren for the very first time. The upcoming Kickstarter campaign for Centaur Riders: Cataphract Legacy marks the next major milestone for the project, inviting readers into the world of Ashvaren for the very first time. As Illuminous’ first client acquisition, the campaign represents a significant step forward for both the project and the company’s creator-focused approach to developing original intellectual property.

Joseph Illidge’s Illuminous workshop comes to Everyone Comics in Long Island City

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Breaking into comics isn’t just about talent; it’s about clarity, strategy, and knowing how to build ideas that can survive the industry’s churn. On Saturday, December 6th, comics creator Joseph Illidge and his company Illuminous will bring a high-impact crash course in story architecture, IP development, and industry navigation to Everyone Comics (41-26 27th St, LIC). The shop, famous for bringing “culture to a high-class, fast-growing neighborhood”, has become a haven for new voices and ambitious creators fighting to break in on their own terms. 

The one-day workshop is built for creators ready to develop original IP, pitch with confidence, and move their projects forward. Illidge’s career spans DC Comics, Image Comics, Heavy Metal, Simon & Schuster, and Todd McFarlane Productions, with credits including New History of the DC Universe: The Dakota Incident, The Shadow Cabinet, Bloodletter, and a newly announced film franchise deal with 50 Cent’s G-Unit Film & Television based on XERO. A longtime architect of the modern comics landscape—shaping Batman, Batgirl, Catwoman, and major creator-driven lines, he has distilled decades of experience into a practical, laser-focused methodology for building ideas that last.

Attendees will learn how to identify the true engine of their story, strengthen it for long-term viability, and prepare it for expansion across mediums: comics, animation, film, games, and beyond.

For writers, artists, indie creators, and anyone trying to break into comics with an original idea, this workshop offers the kind of clarity most people spend years chasing.

The Illuminous Workshop takes place Saturday, December 6th, 5-7 PM, at Everyone Comics & Collectibles, 41-26 27th St, Long Island City, NY 11101. Seats are limited, sign up today!

DC’s Xerø is Coming to Film

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Curtis “50 Cent” Jackson‘s G-Unit Film & Television has optioned DC Comics‘ Xerø for development along with Color Farm Media. Xerø was created by writer Christopher Priest and artist ChrisCross. The series debuted in 1997 and ran for twelve issues.

The comic series was about an African-American professional basketball player, Coltrane Walker, who is secretly a tech-enhanced “closer”, an agent who ties up loose ends. As an assassin he disguised himself as a blond and blue eyed White operative.

G-Unit Film & Television will produce along with Erika Alexander and Ben Arnon for Color Farm, and Joseph Illidge who is the CEO of the newly-launched production and publishing company Illuminous.

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