ROGUE VS. GAMBIT?! The fiery relationship between GAMBIT and ROGUE of the X-MEN has known many ups and downs — but since their marriage, life has been pretty good for these lovebirds. In this follow-up to X-MEN OF APOCALYPSE, Gambit will come to Rogue for help with one of his most dangerous schemes yet — and she’s not very happy about it! And with innocent lives hanging in the balance, Gambit will face an all-new threat… that wants each and every mutant life ENDED!
The upcoming all-star anthology comic Exquisite Corpses: Book of the Deadwill unveil the terrifying origins of the grisly killers from bestselling hit series Exquisite Corpses Season 1. The extra-length one-shot comic, hitting shelves in January 2027 from Image Comics and James Tynion IV’s production house Tiny Onion. It will feature a murderers’ row of writers and artists and follows the launch of three Exquisite Corpses spin-off miniseries, each about one of a trio of favorite killers from the bloody first season (Rascal Randy, Fox Mask Killer, and Lone Gunman).
Exquisite Corpses: Book of the Dead features stories written not only by series co-creators, Eisner award-winning horror masterminds James Tynion IV and Michael Walsh, but also by Jordie Bellaire, Marguerite Bennett, Patrick Horvath, Alyssa Wong, Steve Orlando, Josh Trujillo, Soo Lee, Victor Lavalle, and Losty.
The top-tier writers will be joined by popular artists David Lafuente, Piotr Kowalski, Lauren Knight, Claire Roe, Alexandre Tefenkgi, Lisandro Estherren, Brian Level, Francesca Ciregia, and Ryan Quackenbush.
The issue will also feature a darkly gorgeous main cover and surprise polybagged variant by Walsh as well as variant covers by A-list artists such as Brian Level, Ito, Federico Mele, and Tula Lotay. The polybagged variant will have a collectible trading card tied to Exquisite Corpses: The Game.
Now readers will discover the backstories of the other infamous assassins while also getting a scary sneak peek at one of the new killers from the upcoming Season 2.
In the first season of Exquisite Corpses, twelve of the deadliest killers in the world entered Oak Valley on Halloween night. But only one would survive to see the dawn. For the rest, their stories ended in decapitation, conflagration, or even more ignoble defeats. But now, thanks to overwhelming demand, creators from across the horror spectrum have assembled to reveal the never-before-seen origins of Exquisite Corpses’ cast of assassins, mercenaries, and madmen! Discover the Congregation’s unholy mission, the spark behind Layla Blaze’s scars, Lady Carolina’s first hunt, and more in this extra-sized, blood-soaked issue.
The 80-page Exquisite Corpses: Book of the Dead ($9.99) will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, January 13.
• Cover A by Michael Walsh • Cover B by Brian Level • Cover C (Polybag variant with collectible trading card) by Michael Walsh ($14.99) • Cover D blank sketch variant • Cover E (1:25) by Ito • Cover F (1:50) by Federico Mele • Cover G (1:100) by Tula Lotay
When the aliens return to Earth, stronger than ever, Thomas Bruin, a nobody security guard turned Earth’s greatest hero, has no choice but to be the hero he’s fooled the whole world into thinking he is…or die trying.
I WANT MY MURDER TELEVISION! The world believes the X-MEN are dead, but all MOJO knows is that he’s lost his meal ticket! Desperate, Mojo debuts a new ratings smash… the MURDER VIDEO CHANNEL! Can the X-Men stop the murderous mayhem without revealing themselves? And how can LONGSHOT explain that CLIFFHANGER, Mojo’s Murder Video star… is his ex?!
(W) Paul Eschbach, Jacob Chabot, Steve Orlando (A) E. J. Su, Jacob Chabot, Roi Mercado
World-class chef, restaurateur, humanitarian and educator JOSÉ ANDRÉS joins the AVENGERS! Tony Stark and José are headed to Las Vegas to debut their new disaster-relief technology when they’re attacked by ULTRON! It’s up to José and the Avengers to save their tech — and the world! Also, VENOMNOM debuts! Plus, more JEFF’S TABLE and T.E.S.T. KITCHEN! You won’t want to miss this!
Two unstoppable fathers get one step closer to finding their lost children as Jim Hoke and Casey Smith confront Doctor Lily Williams, the headmaster at Lighthouse Orphanage. Williams spoke out against the Floating Man’s creation and paid the price—now she’s got her chance for justice. As Hoke and Smith uncover the horror of the Floating Man’s nightmarish origins, their children fight to survive. Wendy Hoke and Rufus Smith are seeding the Floating Man’s wonderland with one of childhood’s most powerful ideas—rebellion.
DC has announced the launch of “Runway to Ruin,” the first-ever crossover event for DC GO!, DC’s mobile-first webcomics imprint available on DC Universe Infinite.
Beginning October 1 with Runway to Ruin Alpha and concluding October 29 with Runway to Ruin Omega, both written by Patrick R. Young with art by Andrew Drilon, the month-long event brings together characters from five fan-favorite DC GO! original series in a connected adventure. All episodes will be available to read free with registration on DC Universe Infinite.
In DC’s “Runway to Ruin,” characters from the DC GO! universe are drawn into an intergalactic fashion showcase where a mysterious new villain is weaponizing their most embarrassing memories. To stop the powerful new threat known as King Cringe, Harley Quinn, Nightwing, Jon Kent, Billy Batson and more must confront the moments they’d rather forget before they lose everything.
Participating series in DC’s “Runway to Ruin” crossover include:
Nothing Butt Nightwing— series by Patrick R. Young, Moy R. Marco
Harley Quinn in Paradise — series by CRC Payne, Siobhan Chiffon, Cathy Le
Warriors and a Wee Wonder — series by Stephanie Williams, Jane Pica, Emily Pearson, and Dominic Bustamante
Jon Kent: This Internship Is My Kryptonite — series by Sam Camp, Daimon Hampton, Seraji
The Magical Mysteries of Shazam! — series by Steve Orlando, Giopota
Following the crossover event, DC GO! will expand with three all-new original series:
Supergirl: Accidental Chef, where Kara Zor-El sets out to find herself and discovers the healing power of cooking as an apprentice aboard a floating food truck
Green Lanterns: Bad Boys for Light, where Hal Jordan and John Stewart discover that some of the coldest cases in the universe may be connected
Finding My GCPD Dad a Girlfriend, where Barbara Gordon takes it upon herself to help her perpetually single father find love
Several existing DC GO! series will continue after the event with new seasons and status quo changes, including:
Poison Ivy in Briarwood by writer CRC Payne and artist Bailie Rosenlund, continuing the story that began in Harley Quinn in Paradise
Warriors and a ‘Tween Wonder by writer Stephanie Williams and artist Dominic Bustamante, continuing the adventures of Diana of Themyscira following Warriors and a Wee Wonder
Additional new chapters of Jon Kent: This Internship Is My Kryptonite, The Magical Mysteries of Shazam!, and Nothing Butt Nightwing
The new titles launch in November, expanding the DC GO! lineup with new comedy, romance and adventure stories. Original DC GO! series consist of 26 episodes per season and are released on a weekly or bi-weekly schedule.
October will also mark a major milestone for DC GO! beyond “Runway to Ruin.” Beginning October 6, readers can pick up the first print collections of select DC GO! originals, including Nothing Butt Nightwing Vol. 1, Harley Quinn in Paradise Vol. 1, and Renaissance of Raven. Available wherever books are sold, these collections bring some of DC GO!’s most popular and award-winning webcomics to print for the first time.
Readers can catch up on participating series and follow the complete “Runway to Ruin” event on DC Universe Infinite beginning October 1. DC GO! features original stories and classic DC adventures presented in an easy-to-read vertical scrolling format designed for mobile devices. With a focus on comedy, romance, adventure and character-driven storytelling, DC GO! brings the DC Universe to readers wherever they are.
THE END OF EXTINCTION? As the EXTINCTION KING unleashes his ultimate weapon, Wanda must put everything on the line to stop him. But magic always has a cost…
Mad Cave Studios and Tatsunoko Production travel down previously unexplored paths as they present Gatchaman: Leader X One-Shot this December, giving the titular villain Leader X his own story for the first time ever that will pit the alien AI mastermind against his greatest henchman, Berg Katse.
Written by Steve Orlando, illustrated by Giona Zefiro, with colors by Carlos Lopez, and lettering by Buddy Beaudoin. Cover A is illustrated by Vincenzo Riccardi and cover B illustrated by Dario Brizuela.
Secrets rise in the Arctic wasteland! When tectonic activity unearths an ancient alien ship under the arctic ice, Leader X sends Berg Katse to steal the craft’s secrets before the International Science Organization can get their do-gooding hands on it. But when Leader X refuses to explain why the vessel is so important, Berg Katse suspects more than technological prowess is at stake. Is this his chance to break free from submission to his cruel master? To rule Galactor with his own maniacal fist?
Perfect for the true fans of this classic anime, Gatchaman: Leader X One-Shot is an explosive ride from start to finish as the reader gets a behind-the-scenes look at Leader X and Berg Katse, a situation that may have more dire consequences for the world than ever before.
Gatchaman: Leader X One-Shot hits shelves December 23, 2026 (FOC November 30).
(W) Steve Orlando (A) Gerardo Sandoval, Edoardo Audino
FROM THE PAGES OF X-MEN OF APOCALYPSE! A saga spinning directly out of the shocking conclusion of X-MEN OF APOCALYPSE: OMEGA — one which will demand more of the man called GAMBIT than ever before! In two intertwined tales, REMY LEBEAU will face his demons… and the demons of all mutantkind… in a story which will see the limits of the reformed Gambit pushed to their breaking point. What kind of man–what kind of husband–what kind of hero–will emerge?!
