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Skybound, Image, and Hasbro Share a First Look at Elita Prime’s Battle for Cybertron in Transformers #32

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Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have shared a first look at Transformers #32, the next chapter of the two-time Eisner Award winning series from writer Robert Kirkman, new series artist  Jason Howard, colorist Mike Spicer, and letterer Rus Wooton. Kicking off an all-new story arc, Transformers #32 will be available in comic book shops on May 13, 2026.

Elita Prime returns to Cybertron with a surprising new Autobot team – and they’re immediately ambushed by the Decepticons, led by Shockwave. Can an unexpected weapon turn the tide in their favor? 

In addition to the main cover by artist David Nakayama, the lineup of variant covers for Transformers #32  includes an open-to-order cover B by Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer, an open-to-order cover C by Jason Howard and Annalisa Leoni, a 1:25 incentive variant by Leirix Li, and a 1:50 incentive variant by E.J. Su. 

Transformers #32

The full list of variant covers is below: 

  • TRANSFORMERS #32 Cover A by David Nakayama (Lunar Code: 0326IM0393) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #32 Cover B by Daniel Warren Johnson & Mike Spicer (Lunar Code: 0326IM0394) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #32 Cover C by Jason Howard & Annalisa Leoni (Lunar Code: 0326IM0395) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #32 Cover D (1:25 Copy Incentive) by Leirix Li (Lunar Code: 0326IM0396)
  • TRANSFORMERS #32 Cover E (1:50 Copy Incentive) by E.J. Su (Lunar Code: 0326IM0397) 

Skybound, Image, and Hasbro Unveil Energon Universe Special 2026 Variant Covers

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Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have revealed the lineup of variant covers for Energon Universe Special 2026 which will also serve as the introductory chapter of the upcoming new Energon Universe series M.A.S.K.

First available with an exclusive cover as part of Free Comic Book Day on Saturday May 2, 2026, Energon Universe FCBD Special 2026 serves as both a perfect jumping on point into the Energon Universe and a can’t miss experience for long-time fans. 

The biggest year in Energon Universe history is here, and this special issue includes four all-new stories from the worlds of TRANSFORMERS, G.I. JOE, VOID RIVALS, and M.A.S.K. from the biggest names in comics. Energon Universe talent Robert Kirkman, Joshua Williamson, and Dan Watters pen the stories, and Jason Howard, Tom Reilly, Conor Hughes, and Pye Parr provide art for this action-packed special. The retail version of Energon Universe Special 2026 will be available for purchase in comic book shops on Wednesday May 6, 2026, featuring the same story content as the FCBD 2026 special with all-new can’t miss covers for collectors. 

In addition to the main cover by Pye Parr, Energon Universe Special 2026 will feature an impressive slate of variant covers by Energon Universe and top comics talent Howard Porter and Romulo Fajardo Jr., Jason Howard, Conor Hughes, and Cedric Poulat.  

The full list of covers is below: 

  • Energon Universe Special 2026 Cover A by Pye Parr 
  • Energon Universe Special 2026 Cover B by Howard Porter & Romulo Fajardo Jr.  
  • Energon Universe Special 2026 Cover C (1:10 Copy Incentive) by Jason Howard 
  • Energon Universe Special 2026 Cover D (1:25 Copy Incentive) by Conor Hughes 
  • Energon Universe Special 2026 Cover E (1:50 Copy Incentive) by Cedric Poulat

Get a look a Red Roots from Lorenzo de Felici

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Artist and writer Lorenzo de Felici‘s highly anticipated ongoing series, Red Roots, will launch with a slew of eye-popping variant covers by such high-flyers as Ryan Ottley, Mike Mignola, Luana Vecchio, Riley Rossmo, and Jason Howard. This pulse-pounding new adventure will kick off on April 29 from Image Comics.

De Felici rose to prominence with the launch of Oblivion Song—his co-creation with Robert Kirkman (Invincible, The Walking Dead)—and his subsequent success as the artist on the tentpole Energon Universe title, also with Kirkman, Void Rivals. De Felici and Kirkman’s creative alchemy set the Energon Universe on a path to sales-chart-domination and Void Rivals in-and-of-itself went on to become one of the biggest launches of 2024. It is currently on its 12th reprint with no signs of slowing down in momentum. This recent breakout success makes Felici’s upcoming solo series one of the most exciting new developments in comics of the year.

In Red Roots, the lives of a professional killer and a high school teacher are bound by a terrifying, mysterious force.

Red Roots
  • Cover A by de Felici – Lunar Code 0226IM0260
  • Cover B by Luana Vecchio – Lunar Code 0226IM8008
  • Cover C by Riley Rossmo – Lunar Code 0226IM8009
  • Cover D by Jason Howard – Lunar Code 0226IM8010
  • Cover E Blank Sketch – Lunar Code 0226IM8058
  • Cover F by Mike Mignola – Lunar Code 0226IM8081
  • Cover G by Ryan Ottley – Lunar Code 0226IM8082
  • Cover H 1:25 copy incentive by de Felici B&W virgin – Lunar Code 0226IM8214
  • Cover I 1:50 copy incentive by Mignola B&W virgin – Lunar Code 0226IM8215

Heads Will Roll When Worlds Collide in Red Roots this April

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Lorenzo de Felici will launch an all-new ongoing series in April, Red Roots. This pulse-pounding new adventure will be published by Image Comics.

De Felici rose to prominence with the launch of Oblivion Song—his co-creation with Robert Kirkman—and his subsequent success as the artist on the tentpole Energon Universe title, also with Kirkman, Void Rivals. De Felici and Kirkman’s creative alchemy set the Energon Universe on a path to sales-chart-domination and Void Rivals in-and-of-itself went on to become one of the biggest launches of 2024. It is currently on its 12th reprint with no signs of slowing down in momentum. This recent breakout success makes Felici’s upcoming solo series one of the most exciting new developments in comics of the year.

In Red Roots, the lives of a professional killer and a high school teacher are bound by a terrifying, mysterious force.

Red Roots #1 

Red Roots #1 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, April 22:

  • Cover A by de Felici – Lunar Code 0226IM0260
  • Cover B by Luana Vecchio
  • Cover C by Riley Rossmo
  • Cover D by Jason Howard

Skybound, Image, and Hasbro Announce Energon Universe Special 2026 for Free Comic Book Day

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Skybound, and Image Comics, and Hasbro have announced that they will publish the Energon Universe Special 2026 for Free Comic Book Day which takes place on Saturday, May 2, 2026. In celebration of the power of comic books, this special serves as a perfect jumping-in point for new readers and a can’t-miss story for longtime fans, with major moments in store.  

The biggest year in Energon Universe history is here, with four all-new stories from the worlds of Transformers, G.I. JOE, Void Rivals, and more in this Free Comic Book Day issue. Energon Universe talent Robert Kirkman, Joshua Williamson, and more pen the stories, and Jason Howard, Conor Hughes, and more will provide art.

Energon Universe Special 2026

Image reveals variant covers by Brett Bean, Jorge Corona, Jason Howard, Ryan Ottley, Ryan Stegman, Riley Rossmo, and Mirka Andolfo for D’Orc!

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The all-new high-fantasy satire—D’orc—by fan-favorite artist Brett Bean, colorist Jean-François Beaulieu, and letterer Nate Piekos will offer a palooza of additional variant covers by top tier artists including Jorge Corona, Jason Howard, Ryan Ottley, Ryan Stegman, Riley Rossmo, Mirka Andolfo, and more high-flyers yet-to-be-announced. This ongoing series is set to launch next month from Image Comics.

Armed with nothing but a wisecracking enchanted shield and a crippling need for friendship, a lonely orphan stumbles headfirst into Sunderaine’s never-ending war. Light vs. Dark. Elves vs. Orcs. Wizards vs. Common Sense. Dragons vs. Literally Everyone. And caught dead-center? D’orc.

Half dwarf, half orc, and wholly inconvenient to a doomsday prophecy, D’orc’s fated to end the world. Soon, every human, elf, goblin, dwarf, Snargletooth, Necroid, Ice Giant, Trauma Llama, and at least three other unpronounceable magical creatures will know his name. Unfortunately, so will his enemies.

D’orc #1 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, February 4:

  • Cover A by Brett Bean – Lunar Code 1225IM0269
  • Cover B by Jorge Corona – Lunar Code 1225IM0270
  • Cover C by Jason Howard – Lunar Code 1225IM0271
  • Cover D 1:25 copy incentive by Ryan Ottley – Lunar Code 1225IM8018
  • Cover E 1:50 copy incentive by Ryan Stegman – Lunar Code 1225IM8019
  • Cover F Blank Sketch – Lunar Code 1225IM8020

D’orc #2 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, March 11:

  • Cover A by Brett Bean – Lunar Code 0126IM0343
  • Cover B by Riley Rossmo – Lunar Code 0126IM0344
  • Cover C TBA

D’orc #3 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, April 8:

  • Cover A by Brett Bean
  • Cover B by Mirka Andolfo

Skybound, Image, and Hasbro Announce Second Printing for Transformers #25 by Robert Kirkman and Dan Mora

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Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have announced that Transformers #25, from the new powerhouse creative team of writer Robert Kirkman, artist Dan Mora, colorist Mike Spicer, and letterer Rus Wooton, will return with a new printing to meet demand. 

The second printing features four all-new covers by Jason Howard, spotlighting fan favorites Mirage, Bulkhead, Bonecrusher, and Miles Mayhem will be available at comic shops on November 12th, 2025. 

The new age of the two-time Eisner Award-winning series Transformers has launched, and it’s a hit. The oversized, explosive first issue from Robert Kirkman and Dan Mora marks a major milestone in the next chapter of the iconic franchise, one filled with high-stakes drama, incredible artwork, and gripping storytelling. A perfect jumping on point for new readers, issue #25 also features a stunning story about the future of the Decepticons from Kirkman and Jorge Corona (Ain’t No Grave). 

The Energon Universe will never be the same as the Autobots and Decepticons begin the most surprising new chapter in their war on Earth. 

Optimus Prime and the remaining Autobots must join forces with unlikely allies in order to protect their adopted planet. But Prime’s next challenge lies closer to home than he ever imagined. And what is the fate of the Decepticons? 

  • TRANSFORMERS #25 Second Printing Cover A (Mirage) by Jason Howard (Lunar Code: 0825IM8392) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #25 Second Printing Cover B (Bulkhead) by Jason Howard (Lunar Code: 0825IM8393) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #25 Second Printing Cover C (Bonecrusher) by Jason Howard (Lunar Code: 0825IM8394) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #25 Second Printing Cover D (Miles Mayhem) by Jason Howard (Lunar Code: 0825IM8395) 

Absolute Green Lantern #7 is a nice piece of the puzzle explaining this version of the Spectrum more

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How far out is the world that’s coming? From across the depths of space, the Blackstars are turning their attention towards Earth… and only Tomar Restands in their way.

Story: Al Ewing
Art: Jason Howard, Riley Rossmo
Color: Inaki Azpiazu
Letterer: Lucas Gattoni

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