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Matt Trakker Takes on the Full Force of V.E.N.O.M. in M.A.S.K. #6

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Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have shared a first look at preview pages and covers from M.A.S.K. #6. From the creative team of writer Dan Watters, artist Pye Parr, colorist Pierluigi Casolino, and letterer Rus Wooton, one chapter ends, but the mission is far from over. M.A.S.K. #6 brings the current arc to a close on November 4, 2026, with Matt Trakker facing even more mayhem ahead! 

Matt Trakker—can you really save the world? When the full force of V.E.N.O.M. is unleashed, can he step up and be the leader the Energon Universe needs? 

M.A.S.K.’s series debut took the comic book industry by storm with its robust blind bag program, introducing ROM to Skybound’s Energon Universe comics, and the series continues to surprise fans with unexpected first appearances. 

In addition to the main cover by Pye Parr, the lineup of variant covers for M.A.S.K. #6 includes a connecting cover by Karl Kerschl, an open-to-order cover by Nick Bradshaw and Jim Charalampidis, and incentive variant covers by Homare and David Lafuente. 

Comic book cover for 'MASK: Mobile Armored Strike Kommando' #06 featuring a red car speeding through a forest with flames in the background and a jet flying overhead.
A comic book panel featuring a character named Tracker communicating through a digital screen about an issue with Miles Mayhem and his gang. One character, in a blue suit, is running while another drives a red and yellow vehicle. Tension builds as they discuss needing backup and the presence of armed terrorists with experimental technology.
Comic panel featuring two characters, one in a helmet and the other with long hair, in a dramatic car scene. The car makes sharp turns, leaving streaks of smoke. Dialogue discussing a confrontation and the need for caution.
A colorful comic book cover featuring dynamic characters in futuristic armor, engaged in action. The title 'MASK: Mobile Armored Strike Kommand' is prominently displayed at the top, with the issue number '#06'. The background shows a dramatic landscape with a hovering vehicle.
Comic book cover featuring two characters from 'MASK: Mobile Armored Strike Kommand', one armed and the other wearing a high-tech helmet, amidst an explosion with autumn leaves falling.
Comic book cover featuring a female character with a braid and a male character in a futuristic suit, both in action poses. The title 'MASK: Mobile Armored Strike Kommand' is displayed prominently at the top.
Comic book cover featuring a vibrant orange car flying through the air, leaving a trail of flames and smoke, with a large purple helmet in the background. The title 'MASK: Mobile Armored Strike Command' and issue number #06 are prominently displayed at the top.

The full list of variant covers is below: 

  • M.A.S.K. #6 Cover A by Pye Parr (Lunar Code: 0926IM0399) 
  • M.A.S.K. #6 Cover B (Connecting) by Karl Kerschl (Lunar Code: 0926IM0400) 
  • M.A.S.K. #6 Cover C by Nick Bradshaw & Jim Charalampidis (Lunar Code: 0926IM0401)
  • M.A.S.K. #6 Cover D (1:25 Copy Incentive) by Homare (Lunar Code: 0926IM0402) 
  • M.A.S.K. #6 Cover E (1:50 Copy Incentive) by David Lafuente (Lunar Code: 0926IM0403)

M.A.S.K. Streetwear Variant Covers by Fadime Yildirim Bring the Heat

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Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have revealed streetwear variant covers by artist Fadime Yildirim starting with M.A.S.K. #7 and continuing through M.A.S.K. #12. 

Following her gorgeous G.I. Joe streetwear variant series, Fadime Yildirim is back with expertly styled variant covers each featuring a member of the M.A.S.K. network with unique, customized keychains and will be available as 1:25 incentive variants across six can’t-miss issues that begin this December. 

M.A.S.K. #7 kicks off a new action-packed story arc for the hit Energon Universe series from writer Dan Watters, artist Pye Parr, colorist Pierluigi Casolino, and letterer Rus Wooton, landing in comic book shops on December 2, 2026. 

T-BOB…WHAT IS YOUR FUNCTION? M.A.S.K. and V.E.N.O.M., no one may trust Matt Trakker ever again.  

Can he prove he’s fit to lead the M.A.S.K. network? 

In addition to the 1:25 incentive variant cover by Fadime Yildirim, M.A.S.K. #7 features a main cover by series artist Pye Parr, two open to order variants by Nick Bradshaw and Jim Charalampidis, and Derek Charm, a 1:50 incentive manga variant by Satoshi Shiki, a 1:100 foil incentive variant by Arist Deyn, a blank sketch cover, and a T-BOB die cut mask cover by Pye Parr, Luke Preese, and Andres Juarez. 

M.A.S.K. #7 (Lunar Codes Coming Soon | SRP: $3.99, unless otherwise noted) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on Wednesday, December 2, 2026. 

Comic book cover featuring a stylized female character in a blue and red outfit, with futuristic design elements, holding a holster, and accompanied by a keychain with a character design labeled 'Vanessa'.
A stylish character from the comic book series M.A.S.K., wearing a red and gray outfit, including a puffy jacket and baggy pants, with matching red shoes. The character is posed confidently against a light background, with a keychain featuring a vehicle and a character profile displayed nearby.
A stylized comic book cover featuring a character named Sly Rax in a green and black outfit, wearing sunglasses and holding a weapon. He has a confident pose and a mustache, with a keychain featuring a miniature vehicle and his name displayed prominently.

A full list of the themed covers is below:  

  • M.A.S.K. #7 Cover D (1:25 Incentive) by Fadime Yildirim 
  • M.A.S.K. #8 Cover D (1:25 Incentive) by Fadime Yildirim 
  • M.A.S.K. #9 Cover D (1:25 Incentive) by Fadime Yildirim 
  • M.A.S.K. #10 Cover D (1:25 Incentive) by Fadime Yildirim 
  • M.A.S.K. #11 Cover D (1:25 Incentive) by Fadime Yildirim  
  • M.A.S.K. #12 Cover D (1:25 Incentive) by Fadime Yildirim

Get a first look at Elita Prime’s Fight for Cybertron in Transformers #37

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Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have shared a first look at Transformers #37 from the creative team of writer Robert Kirkman, guest artist Karl Kerschl, colorist Mike Spicer, and letterer Rus Wooton. The new story arc begins with a standalone Elita Prime story in Transformers #37, available in comic book shops on October 14, 2026. 

The price of being Prime! How far will Elita Prime go to win the war on Cybertron? 

In addition to the main cover by artist Jason Howard, the lineup of variant covers for Transformers #37 includes an open-to-order cover B by Daniel Warren Johnson and Mike Spicer, an open-to-order cover C by David Nakayama, a 1:25 incentive variant by Nick Bradshaw and Jim Charalampidis, a 1:50 incentive variant by Ethan Young, a specialty finish cover by David Lafuente, and a blank sketch cover. 

Fans can preview Elita Prime’s next move in the war for Cybertron with this first look at the upcoming issue. 

Cover of Transformers comic issue #37 featuring a pink female robot character in the foreground firing a weapon, with other robots in various colors appearing in the background. The title 'TRANSFORMERS' is displayed at the top.
A scene from a comic book set in an Autobot rebel base, featuring various robotic characters discussing a recent event. The background shows a celestial view with a planet and stars.
A comic book page featuring several robotic characters engaged in a conversation about a mission. The characters display various colored designs and expressions, discussing strategies and abilities. Action effects like 'KLEEK' and 'KOOSH' are illustrated, indicating movement and intensity.
Comic book cover for Transformers #37 featuring a pink robotic character wielding a weapon, standing on rocky terrain with a larger, darker robot in the background.
Comic book cover featuring two robotic jets flying over a massive adversarial robot, with explosions and energy beams depicted.
Cover of the Transformers comic issue #37, featuring a pink robot in the forefront holding a weapon, with other robotic characters in the background set against a space-themed backdrop.
Cover of Transformers comic book issue #37, featuring various robotic characters in an action-packed scene with vibrant colors and dynamic poses.
Comic book cover featuring a pink Transformers character in action, wielding a weapon with energy blasts in the background.
Cover of Transformers comic issue #37 featuring the title 'TRANSFORMERS' and credits for Robert Kirkman, Karl Kerschl, and Mike Spicer.

The full list of variant covers is below:  

  • Transformers #37 Cover A by Jason Howard (Lunar Code: 0826IM0514) 
  • Transformers #37 Cover B by Daniel Warren Johnson & Mike Spicer (Lunar Code: 0826IM0515) 
  • Transformers #37 Cover C by David Nakayama (Lunar Code: 0826IM0516) 
  • Transformers #37 Cover D (1:25 Copy Incentive) by Nick Bradshaw & Jim Charalampidis (Lunar Code: 0826IM0517) 
  • Transformers #37 Cover E (1:50 Copy Incentive) by Ethan Young (Lunar Code: 0826IM0518) 
  • Transformers #37 Cover F (Foil) (1:100 Copy Incentive) by David Lafuente ($4.99) (Lunar Code: 0826IM0519) 
  • Transformers #37 Cover G Blank Sketch Cover ($4.99) (Lunar Code: 0826IM0520) 

Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #1 Hits Skybound Gold Status and Will Return with 10 New Covers to Celebrate a Historic Tenth Printing

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Skybound and Image Comics have announced a landmark tenth printing for Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #1, the issue that brought new Invincible Universe stories back to comic shops for the first time in seven years, going on to smash sales records with no sign of stopping. This new printing is certified Skybound Gold to commemorate the rare achievement of a tenth printing and will feature all-new covers by top artists in the industry. 

From the unstoppable team of creator/writer Robert Kirkman, co-creator/artist Ryan Ottley, colorist Annalisa Leoni, and letterer Rus Wooton, Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #1 10th Printing will arrive on October 7, 2026. 

With 10 open-to-order covers to celebrate the historic tenth printing, Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #1 will head back to comic book shops with special gold foil editions of the issue’s original main cover by Ryan Ottley and Annalisa Leoni and a new cover by Ottley and Leoni, as well as new covers by Brett Bean, Jerome Opeña and Neeraj Menon, Cully Hamner, Nick Bradshaw and Jim Charalampidis, Tom Whalen, James Stokoe, Ben Stenbeck, and Carmine Di Giandomenico. 

Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #1 Tenth Printing (Lunar Codes below | SRP: $3.99, unless otherwise noted) will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, October 7, 2026. 

Comic book cover featuring Battle Beast from the Invincible Universe, depicted with a large sword and a fierce expression, set against a colorful background. The title 'BATTLE BEAST' is prominently displayed, along with issue information and printing details.
Comic book cover featuring a muscular hero in a blue cape facing a monstrous figure, set against a colorful, rocky background. Title reads 'Invincible Universe: Battle Beast Issue #11'.
Cover of 'Invincible Universe: Battle Beast' comic issue featuring a fierce armored warrior and a lion-like creature amidst a bloody battle scene.
Comic book cover featuring Battle Beast in a fierce battle against multiple alien opponents, showcasing dynamic action and vibrant artwork.
Comic book cover featuring a muscular humanoid beast wielding a sword against a backdrop of various monstrous creatures and a colorful, explosive environment.
Comic book cover featuring a fierce anthropomorphic wolf warrior holding a large sword, splattered with blood, against a vibrant green background, with a dark castle silhouette in the distance.
Comic book cover featuring 'Battle Beast' from the 'Invincible Universe,' illustrated with vivid colors and dynamic action. The foreground shows a fierce warrior with a sword amidst a chaotic battle scene filled with various monstrous creatures.
Comic book cover featuring 'Battle Beast' from the 'Invincible Universe', showcasing an intense battle scene with colorful characters, including a muscular humanoid and a purple creature, against a futuristic backdrop.
Cover of the comic 'Battle Beast' from the Invincible Universe, featuring a fierce lion-like creature with blood dripping from its face, surrounded by stylized text.
Comic book cover featuring a character wielding a sword, battling a large, menacing creature amidst explosive effects and vibrant colors.

The full list of covers is below: 

  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #1 10th Printing Cover A (Foil, $4.99) by Ryan Ottley & Annalisa Leoni 
  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #1 10th Printing Cover B (Foil, $4.99) by Ryan Ottley & Annalisa Leoni 
  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #1 10th Printing Cover C by Brett Bean 
  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #1 10th Printing Cover D by Jerome Opeña & Neeraj Menon 
  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #1 10th Printing Cover E by Cully Hamner 
  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #1 10th Printing Cover F by Nick Bradshaw & Jim Charalampidis 
  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #1 10th Printing Cover G by Tom Whalen 
  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #1 10th Printing Cover H by James Stokoe 
  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #1 10th Printing Cover I by Ben Stenbeck 
  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #1 10th Printing Cover J by Carmine Di Giandomenico

Preview: He-Man and the Masters of the Universe #6

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He-Man and the Masters of the Universe #6

Writer: Tim Seeley
Artist: Reilly Brown
Colorist: Jim Charalampidis
Letterer: AndWorld Design
Cover artist: Reilly Brown · Jim Charalampidis

With the corrupt magic of the Sword of Flaws, Skeletor continues to amplify his power. And with the return of the Beast Men and Aquaticans to the fold of Evil Warriors, Skeletor’s influence over Eternia is ever expanding. Meanwhile, the Snake Men are also gaining strength, becoming focused under King Hiss. In these unprecedented times, protecting Eternia is a challenge only the Masters of the Universe can face.

Part two of The Battle of Snake Mountain!

He-Man and the Masters of the Universe #6

ROM returns! ROM Special #1 and M.A.S.K. Origins #1 go Open to Order

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Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have announced the much-demanded open to order release of ROM Special #1, reprinting the surprise first appearance of the pop culture icon in the Energon Universe, as well as M.A.S.K. Origins #1. Both issues initially released in the M.A.S.K. #1 Blind Bag program and will now be available at comic book shops on August 26, 2026. 

Void Rivals co-creators, writer Robert Kirkman and artist Lorenzo De Felici, reunited to introduce space knight ROM to the Energon Universe in this standalone special issue.  

ROM Special #1 features a main cover by Lorenzo De Felici and a variant cover program including open to order covers by Christian Ward, E.J. Su, Nick Bradshaw and Jim Charalampidis, a foil, die-cut mask cover by John Amor, and a blank sketch cover. 

Fans can expect to see more of ROM and his alien companion ‘Carpet’ in upcoming issues of Void Rivals! 

M.A.S.K. Origins #1 is a double-sized issue that collects the first appearances of M.A.S.K. and V.E.N.O.M. and other landmark Energon Universe moments that led to the launch of M.A.S.K.! 

M.A.S.K. Origins #1 features a main cover by series artist Pye Parr and a variant cover program including open to order covers by Jason Howard, Ethan Young, Danilo Beyruth and Neeraj Menon, and Ben Oliver. 

ROM Special #1 (Lunar Codes Coming Soon| SRP: $3.99, unless otherwise noted) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on August 26, 2026.

 The full list of covers is below: 

  • ROM Special #1 Cover A by Lorenzo De Felici 
  • ROM Special #1 Cover B by Christian Ward  
  • ROM Special #1 Cover C by E.J. Su  
  • ROM Special #1 Cover D by Nick Bradshaw 
  • ROM Special #1 Cover E (Blank Sketch Cover, $4.99) 
  • ROM Special #1 Cover F (Foil, Die-Cut Mask Cover, $4.99) by John Amor 

M.A.S.K. Origins #1 (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 August 26, 2026. 

The full list of covers is below: 

  • M.A.S.K. Origins #1 Cover A by Pye Parr
  • M.A.S.K. Origins #1 Cover B by Jason Howard 
  • M.A.S.K. Origins #1 Cover C by Ethan Young  
  • M.A.S.K. Origins #1 Cover D by Danilo Beyruth & Neeraj Menon 
  • M.A.S.K. Origins #1 Cover E by Ben Oliver  

Snake Plissken returns this September in Escape From New York: Escape From Chicago

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Mad Cave Studios brings Snake Plissken back to comics this September with Escape From New York: Escape From Chicago, a new continuation series, expanding the world of John Carpenter’s beloved 1981 cult-classic film.

Written by Kyle Higgins and illustrated by Val Rodrigues, the series sends one of pop culture’s most iconic antiheroes into an all-new adventure packed with danger, violence, and the dystopian chaos that made Escape From New York a genre-defining classic.

Once you go in, you don’t come out—unless your name is Snake Plissken! Plissken now survives as a coyote, smuggling people and contraband across the dangerous dead zones between prison territories like Chicago. It’s a hard and bitter job. But when he’s hired to extract a woman wanted by the city’s warlord, Snake sees one more chance at redemption—or one more chance for the universe to kick his ass.

The debut issue features eight covers, including artwork by Stephen Mooney, Danica Brine, Dan Panosian, and Christian Ward, alongside a 1:10 virgin incentive cover by Mooney, a 1:20 incentive cover by Nick Bradshaw and Jim Charalampidis, a foil variant, and a blank sketch cover.

Escape From New York: Escape From Chicago #1 goes on sale September 23, 2026 (FOC August 24).

Preview: He-Man and the Masters of the Universe #5

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He-Man and the Masters of the Universe #5

Writer: Tim Seeley
Artist: Reilly Brown
Colorist: Jim Charalampidis
Letterer: AndWorld Design
Cover artist: Reilly Brown

THE POWER SWORD, a weapon able to access the power and wisdom of Grayskull, was forged by the most powerful sorcerer in the Universe—HE-RO. It was ordained that the sword would be given to a great champion to protect the Realm in times of need.

But He-Ro grew concerned that all the power and knowledge in the universe might be too much for one man. So, he created another blade—one which could be used only if a champion became a tyrant. But an accident corrupted the alternate blade, transforming it into something evil, tainting its metal violet. He-Ro had unintentionally created THE SWORD OF FLAWS. Realizing the horror of his creation, He-Ro left Grayskull and spent years of his life crossing Eternia to find a place to hide the sword. And there, the Sword of Flaws remained safely hidden. Until now . . .

After the great battle at Heaven Piercer, the Sword of Flaws has fallen into Skeletor’s hands. And with this mystic power, Skeletor is a greater threat than ever before. Can He-Man and the Heroic Warriors stop him before he becomes MASTER OF THE UNIVERSE?

He-Man and the Masters of the Universe #5

Mattel and Dark Horse Comics Announce New Ongoing Series, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe

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Mattel and Dark Horse Comics have revealed that Masters of the Universe will now be an ongoing series titled He-Man and the Masters of the Universe! This new series will continue the story started with Sword of Flaws in the next story arc The Battle of Snake Mountain, written by Tim Seeley, illustrated by Reilly Brown, colored by Jim Charalampidis, and lettered by AndWorld Design. The first issue of the new story arc will be He-Man and the Masters of the Universe #5, featuring covers by Reilly Brown with Jim Charalampidis and Ciro Neili.

THE POWER SWORD, a weapon able to access the power and wisdom of Grayskull, was forged by the most powerful sorcerer in the Universe—HE-RO. It was ordained that the sword would be given to a great champion to protect the Realm in times of need.

But He-Ro grew concerned that all the power and knowledge in the universe might be too much for one man. So, he created another blade—one which could be used only if a champion became a tyrant. But an accident corrupted the alternate blade, transforming it into something evil, tainting its metal violet. He-Ro had unintentionally created THE SWORD OF FLAWS. Realizing the horror of his creation, He-Ro left Grayskull and spent years of his life crossing Eternia to find a place to hide the sword. And there, the Sword of Flaws remained safely hidden. Until now…

After the great battle at Heaven Piercer, the Sword of Flaws has fallen into Skeletor’s hands. And with this mystic power, Skeletor is a greater threat than ever before. Can He-Man and the Heroic Warriors stop him before he becomes MASTER OF THE UNIVERSE?

He-Man and the Masters of the Universe #5 will be available in comic shops on March 25, 2026. 

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