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Preview: Red Sonja: She-Devil With a Sword #1

Posted on May 5, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team Leave a comment

Red Sonja: She-Devil With a Sword #1

“Know also, ‘o prince, that in the self-same days that the Cimmerian did stalk the Hyborian Kingdoms, one of the few swords worthy to cross with his was that of Red Sonja, warrior-woman out of majestic Hyrkania.” A bold new series, featuring the Dynamite Debut of writer Rory (King Spawn) McConville and artist Pablo de Bonis! Red Sonja must protect the last descendent of an ancient bloodline from a revolutionary movement determined to reshape all of Hyboria! Featuring the debut of the Cult of the Rising Sun and several new friends and foes of the She-Devil with a Sword! Be there! Cover artists include: Stuart Sayger, Lucio Parillo, Joseph Michael Linsner, Mike Rooth and a stunning piece of cosplay by Woman of Wonder plus a special PREMIUM MYSTERY BLIND BAG containing three limited editions of the issue selected randomly from a range of covers exclusive to this offering! Please The number of Blind Bags is limited, and allocations may occur. Rory McConville is an Irish writer living in London. He has written several series for 2000 AD including Judge Dredd and Department K, and also co-created the historical graphic novel Big Jim: Jim Larkin and the 1913 Lockout. His most recent work includes the graphic novel Write It In Blood for Image Comics along with King Spawn, also for Image Comics.

Welcome to the Altered States With Classic Characters from David Avallone!

Posted on March 22, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team

Dynamite Entertainment has announced a mind-bending, multiversal masterpiece starting this June, as Altered States: Warlords brings together some of the publisher’s biggest stars for a crossover epic by David Avallone and Mariano Benitez-Chapo.

Welcome to Altered States… Dynamite Entertainment’s daring take on parallel realities, alternate tales, and unexpected outcomes in the vein of beloved brands like What If? and Elseworlds. Avallone and company are ready to ramp things up for readers with the most ambitious story in the line to date!

Red Sonja, the She-Devil of Hyrkania, suddenly finds herself far away from the familiar Hyborean lands — transported to the ruby sands of Barsoom, or as Earth-readers know it, Mars. What follows will set up events that ripple across time and space, drawing in additional legendary heroes from all across the galaxy.

John Carter and Dejah Thoris, known as veritable Warlords of Mars, will expectedly leave their mark in this story. Meanwhile, another beloved Edgar Rice Burroughs icon in Tarzan, the Lord of the Jungle comes directly from Earth into this tale. Last but certainly not least, a native of the mysterious planet Drakulon will join the fray — Vampirella!

Writer David Avallone is renowned for his seamless voices for wise-cracking heroines like Elvira and Bettie Page, as well as a pulse for pulp. He reunites for Altered States: Warlords with rising star artist Mariano Benitez-Chapo. The Argentinian-turned-Philadelphian grad of The Kubert School is stepping up for his biggest project yet, following a string of Savage Tales specials with Avallone.

The series is complemented with a range of gorgeous variant covers pulled from across the worlds of Altered States. Superstars Joseph Michael Linsner and Mike Rooth wow with covers showcasing the She-Devil in the first issue, with other characters to follow. Benitez-Chapo contributes covers on each issue, all designed to connect with each other. Note that final covers for subsequent issues will be in full color, his stunning pencil and ink work is being showcased, and variants will also be available presenting his work in that manner. Cosplayer Jackie Goehner features on a photo cover, complete with an impressive axe.

The first issue will also be available through a mystery blind bag release. This offering includes three separate versions of the issue, pulled randomly from a range of virgin, lineart, and other premium books for collectors.

Red Sonja Faces Revolution in Hyboria by Rory McConville and Pablo de Bonis!

Posted on February 16, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team

Dynamite Entertainment has announced a brand-new flagship ongoing series hitting fans this May, as Red Sonja rips and tears into She-Devil With a Sword driven by writer Rory McConville and artist Pablo de Bonis.

The fiery-haired heroine of Hyrkania finds herself caught in the middle of a spring of revolution. A turbulent movement is determined to reshape all of Hyboria in their image, and have no interest in sparing anyone in their way. The She-Devil must protect the last descendant of an ancient bloodline from their scourge. The person under Sonja’s protection, Aretha, is needed for a blood ritual, and Sonja sets out to try to free her from this cursed fate. Questions will arise through this latest quest that will shake the She-Devil to her core!

Red Sonja: She-Devil With a Sword #1 features the first appearance of the Brotherhood of the Rising Sun, as well as several new friends and foes of Red Sonja in her ongoing epics.

Irish icon Rory McConville has been a rapidly rising star in comics, a key powerhouse in the revived scorching hot popularity of the Spawn mythos contributing to multiple titles, chronicling the latest cases of Judge Dredd, independent titles like Time Before Time and Write It In Blood, and has dipped his toes into the Dynamite pool co-writing The Terminator: Metal alongside Declan Shalvey. Now he’s jumping headfirst into the deep end by taking on one of the publisher’s crown jewels. Rory is joined in this bold new series by artist Pablo de Bonis. The duo and the rest of the creative team are sharpening their swords, ready to present an all-new set of sagas starring the She-Devil.

The first issue features a range of electrifying cover artists including an instantly iconic piece by Stuart Sayger, the return of fan-favorites Lucio Parrillo, and Joseph Michael Linsner, as well as Mike Rooth, and a cosplay photo from Woman of Wonder. Fans can customize their own cover or get one from a favorite creator via a Blank Authentix. For collectors who love the chase and mystery, a premium blind bag is available featuring three limited editions of the issue selected randomly from a range of covers exclusive to this offering.

This is only the beginning. Red Sonja: She-Devil With a Sword launches a new wave of epic adventures for the She-Devil — one of several major projects set to thunder onto shelves in 2026 and beyond!

Preview: Vampirella Winter Special 2026 #1

Posted on February 11, 2026 by Graphic Policy Team

Vampirella Winter Special 2026 #1

THE HUNTER BECOMES THE HUNTED! Vampirella is many things, but she’s never been anyone’s prey — until now! Ambushed and overpowered, the Daughter of Drakulon finds herself a prisoner of the mysterious billionaire, Steven Dallas — a man famed for his single-minded pursuit of immortality. With the tables turned and her own blood being drained, Vampi is getting a clearer picture of Dallas’s true intentions for her — and one way or another, there’s going to be Hell to pay! Written by LIAM JOHNSON and illustrated by JORDAN MICHAEL JOHNSON — the same twisted team that brought you last year’s Vampirella Halloween Horror Special — this all-new winter’s tale is topped off with tantalizingly tempting covers from MIKE ROOTH, JOSEPH MICHAEL LINSNER, CELINA, and cosplay by JOANIE BROSAS, as well as a special MYSTERY BLOOD BAG featuring exclusive variants!

NYCC 2025: Vampirella Warms Fans This Winter With Action-Packed Special!

Posted on October 9, 2025 by Graphic Policy Team

She’s perhaps most at home in the Halloween season, close to when Dynamite is sharing this news, but the Daughter of Drakulon is a year-round superstar in comics! And this winter she’s getting ready to warm the hearts of fans with another action-packed special from the rising creative duo of Liam Johnson and Jordan Michael Johnson this January.

The Vampirella Winter Special features 28 stunning pages of the story “Young Blood.” When a patrolling Vampi flying high above the rooftops of New York City is ambushed and entrapped by way of hundreds of tranquilizer rounds, her latest mysterious adventure is just kicking off. She quickly realizes that an enigmatic and conniving billionaire has captured her and plans to extract her supernatural blood resources for his own pursuit of timeless aesthetics and eternal life.

If everyone’s beloved vampiric antiheroine can escape her bonds, she’ll still have a serious fight on her hands if she’s ever to escape from the deep sub-basement she’s found herself in. Along the way, she’ll come blow to blow with all manner of foes, from armed guards to feral vampires enslaved for the same purposes as her. When she finally gets the opportunity to confront her maniacal captor, a question remains if her blood transfusions simply restored his youth, or if more is afoot…

This seasonal special follows the Johnson and Johnson (no familial relation to each other or any corporations) duo’s collaboration on the Vampirella Halloween Horror project. As their next Vampi epic is being announced, fans can pick up their latest from the racks of their favorite retailers.

This upcoming deluxe release is complemented by four fantastic covers by Mike Rooth, Joseph Michael Linsner, Celina, and fan-favorite cosplayer Joanie Brosas.

Preview: The Savage Sword of Conan #10

Posted on September 2, 2025 by Graphic Policy Team

The Savage Sword of Conan #10

(W) Jim Zub
(A) Roberto de la Torre, Doug Braithwaite, Mike Rooth
Publisher: Heroic Signatures & Titan Comics
B&W, 64pp, $6.99, On Sale September 3, 2025

A SCOURGE OF THE SERPENT TIE-IN!

Prepare for the launch of the new Conan mini-series, SCOURGE OF THE SERPENT, with this special issue boasting three thrilling tales from legendary writer JIM ZUB. Including a clash between Conan and dark cultists with artist Doug Braithwaite, a bruising SAILOR STEVE COSTIGAN bout with Roberto de la Torre, and a journey into prehistory with characters from Robert E. Howard’s SPEAR AND FANG with artist Mike Rooth.

Bolstered with an array of pin-ups and incredible covers from Mike Mignola and Alex Horley, THE SAVAGE SWORD OF CONAN Issue #10 is not one to be missed!

Preview: Altered States: Purgatori Grindhouse #1

Posted on January 7, 2025 by Graphic Policy Team

Altered States: Purgatori Grindhouse #1

Welcome to Altered States — Dynamite Entertainment’s parallel reality in the vein of DC’s Elseworlds and Marvel’s What If?!

In the summer of 1976, Tori Sachs and her friends went to an innocent beach party to celebrate the end of high school… and wandered into a scene of satanic carnage that would shock the world!

Now, decades later, the truth can at last be told, and the burning questions answered: Why were the teens targeted for slaughter that night? And what unholy creature did they fall victim to?

Written by master of the macabre RAY FAWKES (Constantine, Justice League Dark) and illustrated by veteran Purgatori whisperer FEDERICO SORRESSA, Altered States: Purgatori Grindhouse returns readers to the golden age of slasher entertainment — complete with sinfully era-appropriate covers from JOSEPH MICHAEL LINSNER, LUCIO PARRILLO, MIKE ROOTH, and cosplay by RACHEL HOLLON!

NYCC 2023: Mad Cave Studios Unveils its Exciting Schedule of Events and Exclusives

Posted on September 30, 2023 by Graphic Policy Team

Fans of comics, pop culture, and entertainment are in for a treat. Mad Cave Studios is heading to the highly-anticipated New York Comic Con (Oct. 12 – 16) at the Javits Center in New York City at booth #3441!

With a jam-packed schedule of panels, signings, exclusives and more, there’s a little something for everyone to enjoy including imprints, Papercutz and Maverick. Readers of all ages can discover imaginative new worlds with Papercutz, and young adults are invited to find themselves within the pages of Maverick.

Here’s a rundown of the exciting events happening at the convention:

Mad Cave Studios Signings

Thursday, October 12, 2023:

3:00 PM Eliot Rahal – UNDER THE INFLUENCE
4:00 PM Zac Thompson – PROJECT RIESE, NATURE’S LABYRINTH

Friday, October 13, 2023:

12:00 PM David Pepose + Alex Cormack – THE DEVIL THAT WEARS MY FACE
1:00 PM David Hazan, Anna Everts, Federico Bertoni, Justin Birch – NOTTINGHAM
2:00 PM Andrea Mutti – A LEGACY OF VIOLENCE, CHARRED REMAINS
3:00 PM Amit Tishler – EDENFROST
4:00 PM Matthew Emmons – CRUSADER
5:00 PM Kelly Williams – SKEETERS, BOUNTIFUL GARDEN

Saturday, October 14, 2023:

10:30 AM The Winx Club’s Sparkling 20th Anniversary Celebration!” (Room 406.3)
12:00 PM WINX Post Panel Signing
1:00 PM Joe Corallo – KING ARTHUR, DAHLIA IN THE DARK, BECSTAR
2:00 PM Jasmine Walls – THE LAST SESSION
Mark London – HUNT. KILL. REPEAT., BATTLECATS

Sunday, October 15, 2023:

10:00 AM Chas Pangburn and Kim – DOUBLE BOOKING
11:00 AM Gabriel Valentin – DIGITAL LIZARDS OF DOOM
11:30 AM Art Baltazar Live Drawing @ Family HQ (YAHGZ)
12:30 PM Art Baltazar Signing @ Family HQ (YAHGZ)
1:15 PM Mad Cave Buzz: Upcoming Creator-Owned, Licensed, & Originals – Room 406.3
2:30 PM Mad Cave Buzz ‘Post Panel Signing’
3:00 PM John Gurney – FUZZY BASEBALL

Mad Cave Studios Panels

The Winx Club’s Sparkling 20th Anniversary Celebration!
Saturday, Oct. 14
10:30 AM – 11:30 AM
Room 406.3

The Winx Club has charmed loyal fans for 20 years through the cartoons, live action series, and comics, and they’re coming to NYCC to celebrate all the magic with you! Join Rainbow Spa Founder and President Iginio Straffi for a special pre-recorded interview on all things Winx past and present, as well as a special video celebrating the fans who have made the past 20 years a magical experience! Then, join Papercutz Marketing Manager Spenser Nellis and Papercutz Editor Stephanie Brooks in a discussion on the history of everyone’s favorite fabulous fairies, and also tease what’s on the horizon for them in Papercutz’s upcoming graphic novel series! We might have a magical gift or two in store for attendees of this birthday celebration!

Mad Cave Buzz: Upcoming Creator-Owned, Licensed, & Originals
Sunday, Oct.15, 1:15 PM – 2:15 PM –
Room 406.3

Join the creators for Mad Cave Studios’ upcoming creator-owned, licensed, & original projects, including Flash Gordon, Gatchaman, Dick Tracy, Edenfrost, Crusader, and The Devil That Wears My Face. Get a peek at the process and a preview of what’s to come in 2024 as Cormack, Pepose, Emmons, Tishler, and Special Guests discuss their upcoming projects, answer various questions, and share the ins and outs of writing for licensed properties, developing an original, and more; moderated by Mad Cave Studios’ Editor in Chief, Mike Marts, and Senior Editor Chas Pangburn.

In addition to the Pop Insider: Mad Cave Studios Mystery Variant Giveaway at booth #1829, there will be Winx Club’s 20th Anniversary Special Gold Foil Edition of WELCOME TO THE MAGIX at Winx Booth #3154 and Mad Cave Booth #3441, Mad Cave Studios is excited to offer the following limited NYCC 2023 variants and prints:

HUNT. KILL. REPEAT. variant by Mike Deodato + Jao Canola
EXORCISTS NEVER DIE variant by Nico Leon
MONOMYTH variant by Reilly Brown
YOU’VE BEEN CANCELLED variant by Dustin Nguyen
UNDER THE INFLUENCE variant by Gabriel Walta
PROJECT RIESE variant by Jeff McComsey
CRUSADER variant by Simon Roy
THE DEVIL THAT WEARS MY FACE variant by Alex Cormack
EDENFROST variant by Mike Rooth
GATCHAMAN exclusive print by Inaki Miranda
DICK TRACY exclusive print by Brent Schoonover
FLASH GORDON exclusive print by Dan Panosian

Conventions

Preview: Project Superpowers: Fractured States #5

Posted on August 2, 2022 by Graphic Policy Team

Project Superpowers: Fractured States #5

Writers: Ron Marz and Andy Lanning
Artist: Emilio Utrera
Covers: Mike Rooth (A), Scott Kolins (B), Geraldo Borges (C), Paula Andrade (D), Rus Wooton (E)
32 pages | Superhero | $3.99 | Teen+

LEARN THE TRUTH OF JOHN DOE’S IDENTITY IN THIS DRAMATIC SERIES FINALE!
Who exactly is John Doe? Hero? Villain? Friend? Foe? All will be revealed, including the ultimate fate of all the patriotic heroes, in the climactic finale of the Project Superpowers: Fractured States epic! Will a broken country be healed, or will it be swept into the dustbin of history? All this, and the introduction of a brand-new hero!

Project Superpowers: Fractured States #5

Preview: Project Superpowers: Fractured States #4

Posted on July 6, 2022 by Graphic Policy Team

Project Superpowers: Fractured States #4

Writers: Ron Marz and Andy Lanning
Artist: Emilio Utrera
Covers: Mike Rooth (A), Scott Kolins (B), Geraldo Borges (C), Paula Andrade (D), Rus Wooton (E)
32 pages | Super Heroes | $3.99 | Teen+

THE IDENTITY OF THE PATRIOT KILLER IS REVEALED AT LAST!
The identity of the Patriot Killer is revealed at last! But the consequences for our heroes will be dire – especially the Black Terror troopers and the mysterious John Doe. Even if they manage to survive, is there still time to unite the America’s shattered factions and save the nation?

Project Superpowers: Fractured States #4

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