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ROM Returns in Void Rivals #36. Get a first look!

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Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro have revealed interior pages and the lineup of variant covers for Void Rivals #36. From the creative team of writer Robert Kirkman, artist Conor Hughes, colorist Patricio Delpeche, and letterer Rus Wooton, this arc-ending chapter of the epic space opera hits comic book shops on November 25, 2026, bringing this chapter to a close as the next intergalactic adventure awaits. 

Brother and sister reunited, but the reunion is not without conflict! That’s right, it’s PROXIMUS vs. SOLILA as we learn more about their tragic childhood in Zertonia. 

Plus, more ROM in this issue!

Void Rivals #36 will feature a main cover by co-creator Lorenzo De Felici, along with a lineup of variant covers including open-to-order covers by Conor Hughes, Oliver Ono, a 1:25 incentive variant by Miquel Muerto, and a 1:50 incentive variant by Balám.

Void Rivals #36

The full list of covers is below:  

  • Void Rivals #36 Cover A by Lorenzo De Felici (Lunar Code: 0926IM0464) 
  • Void Rivals #36 Cover B by Conor Hughes (Lunar Code: 0926IM0465) 
  • Void Rivals #36 Cover C by Oliver Ono (Lunar Code: 0926IM0466) 
  • Void Rivals #36 Cover D (1:25 Copy Incentive) by Miquel Muerto (Lunar Code: 0926IM0467) 
  • Void Rivals #36 Cover E (1:50 Copy Incentive) by Balám (Lunar Code: 0926IM0468)

Victory is in the Eye of the Beholder in Terminal #5

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Skybound and Image Comics have shared a first look at Terminal #5, the blockbuster series created by the incomparable team of Robert Kirkman, Joe Casey, Andy Kubert, David Finch, and Arthur Adams. Terminal #5 arrives in comic book shops on November 25. 

A new Activator joins the team! 

As Alessandra fights to complete her mission, the Krowne Corp unleashes their weapons against both teams. 

The complete lineup of covers for Terminal #5 covers includes open to order covers by Andy Kubert and Dave McCaig, David Finch and Dave McCaig, and Arthur Adams and Dave McCaig, as well as a 1:25 incentive variant by Ben Oliver, a 1:50 incentive variant by Jae Lee and June Chung, and a 1:100 incentive variant by Whilce Portacio and Dean White.  

A full list of covers is below: 

  • Terminal #5 Cover A by Andy Kubert & Dave McCaig (Lunar Code: 0926IM0442) 
  • Terminal #5 Cover B by David Finch & Dave McCaig (Lunar Code: 0926IM0443) 
  • Terminal #5 Cover C by Arthur Adams & Dave McCaig (Lunar Code: 0926IM0444) 
  • Terminal #5 Cover D (1:25 Incentive) by Ben Oliver (Lunar Code: 0926IM0445) 
  • Terminal #5 Cover E (1:50 Incentive) by Jae Lee & June Chung (Lunar Code: 0926IM0446) 
  • Terminal #5 Cover F (1:100 Incentive) by Whilce Portacio & Dean White (Lunar Code: 0926IM0447) 

Preview: Capes #12

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Capes #12

(W) Benito Cereno, Robert Kirkman (A) Mark Englert, Cory Walker (C) John Rauch, Annalisa Leoni (L) Rus Wooton.

It’s up to Bolt and Superball to rally CAPES and save the world from the power of the medallion. As new monstrosities surface, can they defeat them all?   

Plus, Invincible co-creators Robert Kirkman and Cory Walker, alongside colorist Annalisa Leoni conclude Ella Mental’s first solo adventure!  

Comic book cover featuring a superheroine with horns and a green costume, surrounded by electric energy and an explosion in the background. The title 'Capes' is prominently displayed at the top, along with the issue number 12.
A comic book panel featuring a superheroine in a green costume with lightning patterns, standing confidently amid vibrant pink energy. A shocked character in the foreground reacts to her presence, while dialogue bubbles provide context to the scene.
A comic book panel featuring various superheroes in action, with one character yelling 'Let's get that medallion!' and others preparing to engage in a battle.
A comic book panel featuring a fierce battle scene. A character with fiery powers screams in anguish as they are attacked. Another character attempts to grab a powerful hammer, while others engage in combat amidst explosions and floating debris. Tentacles can be seen rising from below, adding to the chaos.
Comic book cover featuring two superheroes, one with a wolf-like head and the other in a dark costume, set against a city backdrop with a car.
Comic book cover featuring a dynamic group of superheroes in action poses, including a character in a blue suit and mask, a woman with blue hair, and several additional characters showcasing various costumes and abilities.
Comic book cover titled 'Capes' featuring a female character in boxing gloves and a red and white costume, with a fierce expression. The cover includes the names of the creators and mentions a feature titled 'Ella Mental'.
Comic book cover featuring a villainous character with horns and fiery hair, set against a dramatic, colorful background with lightning effects. The title 'Soares' is prominently displayed at the top.

The full list of variant covers is below: 

  • Capes #12 Cover A by Mark Englert (Lunar Code: 0826IM0362) 
  • Capes #12 Cover B by Conor Hughes (Lunar Code: 0826IM0363) 
  • Capes #12 Cover C by Gleb Melnikov (Lunar Code: 0826IM0364) 
  • Capes #12 Cover D by Ito (Lunar Code: 0826IM0365) 
  • Capes #12 Cover E by Sweeney Boo (Lunar Code: 0826IM0366) 

The Walking Dead Deluxe #147 builds the tension as the people’s anger towards the Whisperers grows

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The Walking Dead Deluxe #147 has Rick trying to figure out what to do about the Whisperers and the anger of the people around him.

The Walking Dead returns in full color with extras! The Walking Dead Deluxe takes us back to the beginning with each issue now featuring full color. There are also extras of what might have been with notes as part of “The Cutting Room Floor.”

What’s it like to revisit this modern classic? How does it change all these years later… and in color? Find out!

Story: Robert Kirkman
Art: Charlie Adlard
Ink: Stefano Gaudiano
Color: Dave McCaig
Letterer: Rus Wooton

Get your copy now!

Zeus Comics
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Transformers #37 puts the spotlight on Elita Prime in the strongest issue so far in Kirkman’s run

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THE PRICE OF BEING PRIME!
How far will Elita Prime go to win the war on Cybertron?

Story: Robert Kirkman
Art: Karl Kerschl
Color: Mike Spicer
Letterer: Rus Wooton

Get your copy now!

Zeus Comics
Kindle

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Blood, Thunder, and Deuce Make a Run for It in Blood & Thunder #19

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Skybound and Image Comics have revealed interior pages and the lineup of variant covers for Blood & Thunder #19. From the creative team of writer Benito Cereno, artist E.J. Su, colorist MsassyK , letterer Rus Wooton,  and co-creator Robert Kirkman, the next cosmic adventure begins when Blood & Thunder #19 hits comic book stores on November 11, 2026, as the series blasts off into an all-new story arc. 

Blood, Thunder—and now Deuce— are on the lam! A quick stop for fuel and recon turns into a game of escape for Blood—who just wanted a f*%cking break!

Meanwhile, what are Middleditch and Retiq up to? Hint: Nothing good!

Blood & Thunder is a high-octane sci-fi action epic set in the far future. Earth has integrated alien species into society, but this new order has brought new kinds of laws, crimes, and dangers. The story follows bounty hunter Akeldama “Blood” Bledsoe and her talking gun, Thunder, two of the galaxy’s best at tracking down the worst criminals. 

In addition to the main cover by E.J. Su and Dee Cunniffe, the lineup of variant covers for Blood & Thunder #19 also includes open-to-order covers by Rod Reis and Dillon Snook, and a 1:25 incentive variant cover by Brandt&Stein.

Cover of the comic book 'Blood Thunder' issue 19, featuring a futuristic scene with a male SWAT officer holding a weapon and a female character with a sword. The background shows a starry cosmos and flying vehicles.
Cover art for 'Blood & Thunder' issue 19 featuring a female character sitting on the ground in an orange outfit with a green shawl, and a male character standing nearby with a futuristic weapon, set in a stylized urban environment.
A comic book cover featuring a female character with vibrant red curly hair, wearing a blue suit, holding a futuristic weapon, with a dramatic background featuring the title 'Blood & Thunder'.
Comic book cover for 'Blood & Thunder' featuring a fierce female character aiming a futuristic weapon, with a bold graphic style and dynamic colors.
A sci-fi comic panel featuring an asteroid known as 'Quaz-R Stop N Buy' in space, with characters discussing their plans. One character has curly red hair and is sitting in a vehicle, while the other character appears in a dialogue bubble expressing curiosity.
A comic-style illustration featuring two characters inside a vehicle. One character with curly red hair appears shocked and frustrated, while the other character, a person in a futuristic outfit, seems to be discussing a police-related issue. Dialogue bubbles convey a tense conversation about potential danger and travel information.
A comic book panel depicting a character with curly red hair in a vehicle, feeling determined while discussing a navigation dilemma with another character. In the background, a parking area crowded with police officers and vehicles is shown.

The full list of covers is below: 

  • Blood & Thunder #19 Cover A by E.J. Su & Dee Cunniffe (Lunar Code: 0926IM0294)
  • Blood & Thunder #19 Cover B by Rod Reis (Lunar Code: 0926IM0295)
  • Blood & Thunder #19 Cover C by Dillon Snook (Lunar Code: 0926IM0296)
  • Blood & Thunder #19 Cover D (1:25 Incentive) by Brandt&Stein (Lunar Code: 0926IM0297)

David Finch Cooks Up Some Magic with Terminal #7

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Skybound and Image Comics have announced that comics legend David Finch will make his Terminal interior art debut with Terminal #7. The blockbuster series is created by Robert Kirkman and Joe Casey, Andy Kubert, David Finch, and Arthur Adams. 

The most shocking superhero series of the year brings new revelations and takes more unexpected turns with David Finch on pencils and Sandra Hope on inks when Terminal #7 lands in comic book shops on January 27, 2027.  

It’s a new story arc. Sid may have survived the activation ceremony, but can he – with some help from Alessandra – survive an attack from a new enemy? 

The complete lineup of Terminal #7 covers includes a main cover by Arthur Adams and Dave McCaig, open to order covers by David Finch and Dave McCaig, Andy Kubert and Dave McCaig, as well as a 1:25 incentive variant by Ben Oliver, a 1:50 incentive variant by Yanick Paquette and Simon Gough, and a 1:100 incentive variant by Whilce Portacio and Dean White. 

  • Cover of the comic book 'Terminal' featuring a group of diverse characters in dynamic poses, set against a futuristic background with mechanical elements.
  • Comic book cover for 'Terminal', featuring a shadowy figure with a hood and a glowing green emblem, navigating through a dense jungle with a large, aggressive dog behind them.
  • Comic book cover featuring a female character with dark hair and a determined expression, wearing a black and purple outfit, wielding an intricate metallic hand. The title 'TERMINAL' is prominently displayed at the top.
  • Cover of the comic book 'Terminal' featuring a monstrous creature with sharp teeth and hands emerging from a torn surface, with the title prominently displayed in bold red letters.
  • Comic book cover featuring a fierce anthropomorphic lion character in a dynamic pose, with a vibrant pink background and the title 'TERMINAL' prominently displayed at the top.
  • Comic book cover featuring a muscular superhero character breaking through a glass surface, wearing a black and blue suit with yellow accents. The title 'TERMINAL' is prominently displayed at the top.

A full list of covers is below: 

  • Terminal #7 Cover A by David Finch & Dave McCaig 
  • Terminal #7 Cover B by Arthur Adams & Dave McCaig
  • Terminal #7 Cover C by Andy Kubert & Dave McCaig
  • Terminal #7 Cover D (1:25 Incentive) by Ben Oliver 
  • Terminal #7 Cover E (1:50 Incentive) by Yanick Paquette & Simon Gough
  • Terminal #7 Cover F (1:100 Incentive) by Whilce Portacio & Dean White

NYCC 2026: Major Energon Universe Comics Reveals. Warning Spoilers!

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At the official Energon Universe comics panel at New York Comic Con this past weekend, Skybound, Image Comics, and Hasbro, revealed highly anticipated news from Transformers, G.I. Joe, M.A.S.K. and Void Rivals, featuring Robert Kirkman, Jason Howard, Tom Reilly, Conor Hughes, Dan Watters, and Ben Abernathy. 

Recently celebrating its third anniversary and having sold over 7.6 million copies, the Energon Universe comics continues to bring readers into comic shops, and this year’s panel was packed with new reveals and shocking first appearances of fan-favorite characters and teams! 

The world of Transformers has changed over the last year as Robert Kirkman and the industry’s top artists introduced us to Elita Prime, Arcee Magnus, a new Superion and more. What’s next? 

  • Megatron becomes Megatronus Rex this Fall. 
  • Beachcomber – along with guest artist Howard Porter – take the spotlight in January’s issue #40. 
  • And in March, the MOST REQUESTED Energon Universe Comics debut is here, as the Dinobots make their first appearance in issue #42. 
  • Illustration of a robot character with a gun and tank design, featuring dark colors and purple accents, showcasing different perspectives and sketches.
  • Comic book cover featuring a large, stylized robotic character from Transformers, with vibrant colors and dynamic poses, surrounded by abstract backgrounds.
  • A powerful robotic character standing in a dramatic pose, with smoke and energy effects, set against a vibrant, colorful background featuring abstract shapes and patterns.
  • Cover of Transformers comic #39 featuring two large robotic characters in battle, with one robot attacking while a humanoid figure watches in the foreground.
  • Cover of Transformers comic issue #39 featuring a large robotic character firing a weapon against a purple and abstract background.
  • Cover of Transformers comic issue #40 featuring a large robot looming over a human character in a dramatic pose, with palm trees and colorful background.
  • Cover of Transformers comic issue #40, featuring a large blue robot seated under a tree while a young boy lies on the ground, reading comics and surrounded by scattered papers.
  • Comic book cover featuring a blue robot from the Transformers series, posed dynamically on a sandy terrain.
  • Cover art of Transformers comic issue #40, featuring a blue and white robot in an autumn forest, with orange leaves and a dramatic perspective.
  • A colorful comic book cover featuring a blue robot sitting near water, surrounded by rocks and tropical vegetation, with birds in the foreground. The title 'Transformers' and issue number '#40' are prominently displayed at the top.
  • Comic book cover featuring Transformers characters in action, showcasing a dynamic battle scene with vibrant colors.
  • A bold comic book cover featuring a large, robotic character in a dramatic pose, set against an orange and yellow background. The title 'Transformers' is prominently displayed at the top, alongside the issue number and creator names.
  • Cover of Transformers comic issue #42 featuring a fierce dinosaur-like robot emitting flames and smoke against a colorful background.

Meanwhile, within the pages of Void Rivals, the series that launched the Energon Universe, the surprises continue. 

  • December’s Void Rivals #37 kicks off the “Pit of Destruction” arc as Darak, Solila, and Pythona journey back to Cobra-La on Earth…but new dangers await. 
  • Lobotomaxx will make their Energon Universe comics debut when Void Rivals #40 arrives in March. 
  • Cover of the comic book 'Void' issue #37, featuring a close-up of a muscular character with an intense facial expression and prominent mustache, set against a dark background with the title and credits.
  • Cover of the comic book 'Void Rivals' issue #37, featuring a group of diverse characters in a futuristic setting, with a large audience in the background. The title 'VOID RIVALS' is prominently displayed in bold letters at the center.
  • Comic book cover for 'Void Runners' issue #37, featuring a character with long silver hair and green accents, posed confidently with a mystical setting in the background.
  • Cover of 'Void Rivals' comic book issue #37, featuring a character in armor holding a spiked mace, with a stylized logo and credits in the background.
  • Black and white comic book cover featuring a superheroine in a dynamic pose, with the title 'VOID' and subtitle 'PIT OF DESTRUCTION' prominently displayed.
  • Cover of 'Void Rivals' comic issue #37 featuring a muscular character with a sword and a weapon, standing over a robotic figure, set against a vibrant cosmic background.
  • Cover of 'Void Rivals' comic issue #37, featuring the title 'Void Rivals' in bold letters, along with 'Pit of Destruction Part 1 of 5' and names of creators Robert Kirkman, Frank Mazzoli, and Patricio Delpeche.
  • Comic book cover for 'Void Rivals' #40 featuring a humanoid character wielding a blue sword facing a large, menacing creature with green skin and multiple eyes. The title 'Pit of Destruction' is prominently displayed at the top.
  • Comic book cover featuring a character with oversized glasses, displaying vibrant colors and an intense expression. The title 'Void Rivals' is prominently displayed at the top, along with credits for the creators.

Coming back to Earth with M.A.S.K., series writer Dan Watters discussed the Baron Karza cameo and teased what’s to come. 

  • Fan-favorite G.I. Joe characters “Battle Force 2000” make their Energon Universe comics debut in M.A.S.K., as revealed on the cover to January’s issue #8. 
  • This includes an all-new, bionic version of Maverick…but how does this connect to M.A.S.K. and V.E.N.O.M.? 
  • Illustration of six distinct futuristic characters, each wearing unique armor and holding weapons: Blaster, Avalanche, Blocker, Dodger, Knock Down, and Dee Jay7.
  • Character design featuring a female figure in a futuristic white flight suit with bionic enhancements, including a bionic eye and mechanical arm and leg. The design includes multiple angles and details of her helmet and outfit, showcasing technological elements.
  • A brightly colored comic book cover featuring a vintage blue car speeding through a chaotic landscape with broken fences and warning signs. The title 'M.A.S.H. Mobile Armor Strategy Heroes' is prominently displayed at the top.
  • Comic book cover featuring two armored characters running through a ruined landscape, with a bright yellow background and stylized title 'MASK: Mobile Armored Strike Command.'
  • Cover of comic book 'MASK: Mobile Armored Strike Kommando' issue #08 featuring a character with short red hair and a blue outfit, looking directly at the viewer.
  • Comic book cover featuring a character in a stylish outfit with a red hat and gloves, standing confidently. He is wearing a silver and red jacket and gray pants, with red and white sneakers. The title 'MASK: Mobile Armored Strike Kommand' and issue number #08 are prominently displayed.
  • Comic book cover featuring a group of characters from 'MASK: Mobile Armored Strike Kommand,' with a focus on a central hero holding a mask, surrounded by armored figures and a red sports car, with a vibrant blue and red background.

G.I. Joe is in the middle of its biggest arc yet as the war with Night Force rages on. While we can’t tell who wins, we can tease who may look a little different when the dust settles.

  • One of the most shocking moments of the panel was the reveal that Baroness will become an agent of Cobra in January’s G.I. Joe #30. 
  • Tom Reilly debuted additional characters designs, as Ben Abernathy revealed that this big change has been the plan since Day One. 
  • Illustration of a robotic character named B.A.T. (Joe Version) in a blue camouflage outfit, standing with one arm raised. Various weapons, including a knife and a device, are displayed beside it.
  • Comic book cover for G.I. Joe #30 featuring a female character in a sleek black suit holding a gun, with a large white snake coiled around her against a bright red background.
  • Cover art for G.I. Joe issue #30 featuring three characters in superhero costumes, with a colorful background.
  • A stylized comic book cover featuring a female character with long dark hair and glasses, dressed in a blue and black suit with pink accents, posing confidently against a futuristic background. The title G.I. Joe is prominently displayed at the bottom.
  • A stylized comic book cover featuring a blonde female character in a futuristic outfit. She holds a large weapon and poses confidently, with a green background and her image partially shadowed behind her.
  • Comic book cover of G.I. Joe #30 featuring a female character in a tactical suit holding a rifle, with a robotic figure in the background.
  • A bold comic book cover featuring a female character with long black hair, wearing red sunglasses and a form-fitting black costume with a Cobra emblem, holding a handgun against a striking red background.
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