Hulk: Smash Everything #4
(W) Ryan North (A) Vincenzo Carratù
HULK GOES COSMIC! Galaxies are born, stars go supernova, but HULK will always remain!!! After deserting Hulk in Earth’s pre-historic age, the Leader thought himself successful — only for HULK to get sucked into a black hole and become COSMIC. Now too powerful for his own good, COSMIC HULK goes up against Earth’s mightiest heroes in a battle that rivals the big bang!!! GO FIGURE!
Hulk: Smash Everything #3
(W) Ryan North (A) Vincenzo Carratù
WHERE NO HULK HAS SMASHED BEFORE! It’s the fight you never knew you needed. HULK VS THE SUPERMASSIVE BLACK HOLE AT THE CENTER OF OUR GALAXY! Will the uncaring force of physics be enough to end Hulk’s rampage at last or will the Jade Giant conquer the cosmos itself?!
For 60 years, Star Trek has captivated fans with its inspiring stories of exploration and discovery. To celebrate this year’s milestone anniversary, IDW Publishing is unveiling its biggest and boldest plans yet for the iconic science fiction franchise.
Beaming into comic shops this September is Star Trek #1, the can’t-miss debut issue from the new blockbuster ongoing series. From Eisner-nominated writer Christopher Cantwell and Ringo-nominated artist Dennis Menheere comes the epic story about survival and legacy as a secret mission led by Captain Seven of Nine brings the Enterprise-G beyond the four quadrants of the galaxy for the first time ever. The Enterprise ventures into a hidden region of space where time fractures, minds unravel, and an unseen power manipulates fear itself—testing whether the Federation’s ideals of exploration are salvation… or the universe’s greatest mistake.
Landing in October is Star Trek: Zero Point #1 from Hugo Award-winning writer Charlie Jane Anders. While the Enterprise vanishes beyond the galaxy, Captain Raffi Musiker commands a starship tasked with preventing tomorrow’s disasters today — guided by a powerful artificial intelligence wearing the face of a familiar ally that may know too much, and understand too little about hope.
This year will also see the release of two exceptional one-shots that commemorate everything that makes Star Trek truly special. From an incredible lineup of LGBTQIA+ creators comes Star Trek: Celebrations 2026 in May, starring the universe’s queer characters in tales of love and triumph, exemplifying Gene Roddenberry’s mission for us all to one day celebrate infinite diversity in infinite combinations.
This September, the 50-page comic Star Trek: 60th Anniversary Special is one big celebration of the compelling and beloved franchise. Featuring all-new stories by Dana Gould, Ryan North and Derek Charm, David Walker, Megan Camerena, and more! Plus, covers by Michael Cho, John Tyler Christopher, Chris Fenoglio, and more!
Also releasing this year is Star Trek: Starfleet Academy – Lost Contact #1 (04/15/26), plus new issues of the hit titles Star Trek: The Last Starship and Star Trek: Lower Decks. Even more new comics will be revealed later this year, too.
Fantastic Four #8
(W) Ryan North (A) Humberto Ramos
It’s back before everything changed, and I’m still in grad school — just a kid, really. My name is Susan Storm, and I’ve just become the Invisible Girl. Our first encounter was with the Mole Man — he was the first time we found it necessary to use our powers, to truly become the Fantastic Four. Reed prayed it would be the last. But his prayers weren’t the kind that got answered. What happened next wasn’t what I thought would happen — it wasn’t what any of us thought would happen. I want you to know that I tried. I really did. I didn’t mean for things to end up the way they turned out. But there are some mistakes you can’t take back. And there are some wounds that don’t kill you, even though they should…
This May, behold what makes Doctor Doom Marvel’s greatest supervillain in Doomquest, a ten-issue maxi-series written by current Fantastic Four scribe Ryan North, following his masterful work on Doom in One World Under Doom, and acclaimed artist Francesco Mobili.
No one in Marvel Comics history has had greater triumphs—or more bitter defeats—than Doctor Doom. Now, see him embark on his most ambitious quest yet in this definitive new Doom saga from two industry superstars. A standalone, evergreen story, Doomquest provides a perfect introduction and all-encompassing exploration of the character as he journeys through time to achieve glory for Latveria—and the ultimate victory over his archenemy Reed Richards! It’s a wild and adventurous odyssey that takes readers into the heart of Victor Von Doom, across the edges of reality, into action-packed battles you can’t see anywhere else, and beyond! Fans can get a sneak peek at the series by picking up Armageddon/X-Men #1 CGD 2026 on May 2, Comics Giveaway Day, at their participating local comic shop.
THE DAYS OF DOOM!
Doctor Victor Von Doom is a great scientist, an unparalleled sorcerer and the ruler of his own nation. He is, by any measure, a great man. And yet Doom wants more. And when Reed Richards – Mister Fantastic, his greatest enemy and eternal rival – is showcased at a prestigious international event to which Doom wasn’t even invited, Doom is outraged.
Reed shares his plan for his eventual retirement project: the total optimization of history. He intends to go back in time, to all the eras humanity wasted on war and conflict, and fix them, saving trillions of lives and ensuring humanity can achieve its greatest and final glory. The idea of Reed rewriting history in his own image is, of course, antithetical to Doom, and so he decides to do it before Reed does. But when the Fantastic Four intervene, Doom finds himself in a battle he never intended – across all of time and space!
Check out Alex Ross’ cover for the debut issue along with variant covers by Fabrizio De Tommaso, Nic Klein, John Romita Jr., and an homage variant cover of Invincible Iron Man #149 by Luciano Vecchio. Doomquest #1 will also feature a Foil Variant Cover by Ryan Stegman and variant covers by Rose Besch, MR Garcin and Pete Woods. Preorder the series at your local comic shop today!
DC with some trepidation has announced MAD About DC, a 64-page one-shot arriving April 1, 2026. Yes, April 1. And no, this isn’t a prank—unless you count letting Chip Zdarsky run this thing as its Guest Editor a prank on the DC Universe itself. You’d have to ask Chip.
MAD About DC brings together an all-star lineup of writers and artists to lovingly roast, parody, and generally make a mess of the characters fans hold dear.
Inside MAD About DC, readers will find:
Whether you’re a lifelong MAD Magazine fan, a DC diehard, or simply someone who enjoys watching respected creators make questionable choices, MAD About DC promises to fulfill your every comic book dream…or at least three or four of them.
MAD About DC goes on sale April 1, 2026, wherever comics are sold. No whoopee cushions included. The issue features a main cover by Dan “MAD About Gluten Labeling Because It Should Actually Be Clearer or Else What’s the Point” Panosian ($7.99 US), cardstock variants by Simon Bisley and Chip Zdarsky ($8.99 US), and a foil variant by Panosian ($10.99 US).
Following a fateful encounter with the Invincible Woman, a dark alternate version of Sue, Marvel’s First Family will return home more inspired than ever to build a better tomorrow!
On sale in May, Fantastic Four #11 by writer Ryan North and artist Patrick Boutin serves as an epilogue to the “Invincible Woman” arc that kicked off last month and lays the groundwork for an all-new iteration of the Future Foundation, the group of young geniuses introduced in Jonathan Hickman’s definitive run on the title. The Future Foundation tested the very limits of science to solve the world’s greatest problems and discover new ways for mankind to thrive. Now, the Fantastic Four kickstart this bold initiative once more, but this time, they’ll be taking a much different approach…
INTRODUCING THE NEW FUTURE FOUNDATION!
The Invincible Woman has been defeated… but what comes next? And how can the Fantastic Four be ready for it, especially when they can’t actually agree on what the future looks like? And to make matters worse, Doom’s technology is now making its way into the world at large – including into the hands of two-bit criminals who are wholly unprepared for its awesome might! PLUS: The Future Foundation makes its return – as does a two-story A.I.M. plot of destruction from years ago! And all this happens as the Fantastic Four have their hands full… with the return of THE CRIMEASAURUS REX!
In addition, Fantastic Four #11 will include a special bonus story by award-winning writer and artist, Stan Sakai. The Usagi Yojimbo creator will deliver an unforgettable showdown between Fantastic Four and one of their most iconic supervillains, Mole Man.
Check out the latest cover by Humberto Ramos along with a Foil Variant Cover by Ben Su and variant covers by Simone Bianchi, Andrea Sorrentino, and Rickie Yagawa. Pick up Fantastic Four # #7, Part Two of “The Invincible Woman,” and preorder upcoming issues at your local comic shop today.
Star Trek: Shaxs’ Best (& Worst) Day
Writer: Ryan North
Artist: Derek Charm
See the battle to stop the fascist, god-killing clone Kahless II from declaring war on nonfollowers across the galaxy through the eyes of the man, the myth, the legend, Lieutenant Junior Grade Shaxs! See the Bajoran’s beast-mode brawl showcasing all the behind-the-scenes Klingon-zealot butt-kicking in full animated glory!
Then, Shaxs had his best day, but now that the universe has been rewritten by the mad android Lore, he’s about to have his worst. Starfleet has been distorted into a machine of oppression antithetical to everything it once stood for, and Shaxs has been made into the one thing he despises most in the universe: a fascist. Once he’s free of Lore’s hold over his mind, it will be up to Shaxs to revert everyone in Starfleet back to their old selves and save the cosmos.
Fantastic Four #7
(W) Ryan North (A) Humberto Ramos
With a message hidden in the structure of the reality itself decoded, the Fantastic Four discover that Sue Storm has just become the most wanted woman in the universe. And that makes both her — and planet Earth — a target for invasion! Seeking to save both their planet and themselves, the Fantastic Four build a fantastic new spacecraft to voyage into the unknown. But this necessarily means that their world — and their families — are left undefended. Making matters worse, the Fantastic Four aren’t the only ones who’ve found this message. There are forces here on Earth looking to take advantage…
Hulk: Smash Everything #2
(W) Ryan North (A) Vincenzo Carratù
HULK SMASHES HISTORY! Pencils down, TRUE BELIEVERS, and pay attention to this next history lesson! For centuries, scholars believed DINOSAURS to be among some of the fiercest creatures to ever roam Earth during its prehistoric age — until HULK arrived… Pangea? Evolution? Forget it! History as we know it is about to get SMASHED!
