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Spawn 77 Variants Revealed from Mark Spears and Todd McFarlane

Image Comics has revealed two variant covers for the upcoming Spawn 77 launch—one featuring Mark Spears art with Todd McFarlane‘s inks and then a highly collectible 1:100 copy incentive variant by McFarlane.

Nearly fifty years after creating the original Spawndesign as a teenager, Todd McFarlane is bringing that original vision to the pages of a comic book for the first time in Spawn 77, a new three-issue Spawn Universe miniseries co-written by McFarlane and Mark Spears, with Spears providing fully-painted interior artwork for the series in his Spawn Universe interior debut.

Long before Spawn #1 launched in 1992, before the record-breaking comic series, toys, animation, and expanded Spawn Universe, there was a character concept that was created in 1977 when Todd was in high school, that would eventually go on to inspire one of comics’ most recognizable creations.

Spawn 77 takes its name from the year McFarlane first created the original Spawn design as a 16-year-old. The three-issue series marks the first official comic book appearance of that design, giving fans their first opportunity to see the earliest incarnation of Spawn brought to life on the page.

Developed by McFarlane and Spears, the series introduces a completely new character and story rooted in the Spawn mythology, exploring the dangers that can come with knowing too much.

The debut issue will launch with an extensive lineup of covers from McFarlane, Spears, and artist Emma Ríos, including multiple covers based on McFarlane’s original 1977 design. Among them is a newly redrawn and recolored version of the original artwork by McFarlane, an incentive variant featuring McFarlane’s original 1977 piece, and a special retro logo incentive cover. Additional collector editions include a foil variant signed by McFarlane and a double-signed foil edition signed by both McFarlane and Spears.

The interior pages will all be fully painted by fan-favorite artist Mark Spears as well. His unique artistic vision and character concepts will bring a look to the Spawn Universe rarely seen. Mark has been one of the hottest cover artists in the industry and now shows off those skills with his interior storytelling.

Spawn 77 #1 arrives in comic shops in September 2026. The extra-length, 64-page debut issue will be available for $6.99.

  • Cover A by Mark Spears – UPC: 70985304854100111
  • Cover B by Mark Spears and Todd McFarlane – UPC: 70985304854100121
  • Cover C original 1977 update variant by Todd McFarlane – UPC: 70985304854100131
  • Cover D by Emma Ríos – UPC: 70985304854100141
  • Cover E Blank Sketch – UPC: 70985304854100151
  • Cover F 1:25 copy incentive retro logo variant by Todd McFarlane – UPC: 70985304854100161
  • Cover G 1:50 copy incentive variant by Todd McFarlane – UPC: 70985304854100171
  • Cover H 1:100 copy incentive original 1977 variant by Todd McFarlane – UPC: 70985304854100181
  • Cover I 1:250 copy incentive foil variant by Todd McFarlane, with McFarlane signature – UPC: 70985304854100191
  • Cover J 1:500 copy incentive foil variant by Mark Spears and Todd McFarlane, with Spears and McFarlane signature – UPC: 70985304863300111

Rob Liefeld announces the “Summer of Youngblood”

Rob Liefeld has announced the “Summer of Youngblood,” a season-long celebration marking the monumental return and expansion of the franchise that launched the Image Revolution. The festivities kick off with the landmark Youngblood #100, featuring a breathtaking array of variant covers from Image Comics Partners and Founders. Todd McFarlane, Marc Silvestri, Erik Larsen, Jim Valentino, Whilce Portacio, and Robert Kirkman releasing on June 10th via Image Comics. These are the industry’s top titans, and in a historic moment for comic fans, Image Comics co-founder and Top Cow CEO Marc Silvestri provides his first-ever rendition of Youngblood as a variant cover for issue #100. 

Joining Silvestri as a first-time Youngblood cover artist is The Walking Dead and Invincible creator Robert Kirkman, who steps away from his writing desk to provide a rare and highly sought-after piece of cover art for the centennial issue. These covers, alongside contributions from other superstar artists, make Youngblood #100 one of the season’s most anticipated releases. 

BADROCK REBORN

The “Summer of Youngblood” isn’t just about the team. Fan-favorite powerhouse Badrock breaks out, grabbing the spotlight for his own spotlight series. This July, Badrock #1 hits stands, featuring the massive, granite- skinned hero in a solo adventure that promises to shake the foundations of the Extreme Universe.

The new series explores the heavy burden Badrock carries into his personal life as his family is compromised as a result of his high profile. Liefeld is joined by a bold new artist, Seth Damoose.

Youngblood #100 and Badrock #1 will be available at local comic book shops and digital platforms this summer. Stay tuned for further announcements regarding the “Summer of Youngblood.”

Szymon Kudranski Kicks off a New Story Arc of Something Epic this July

From Szymon Kudrański, creator of No Man’s Land—currently in development as a feature film with A/vantage Pictures—comes the next chapter of the wondrously imaginative saga, Something Epic. Something Epic #13 will kick off an all-new story arc from Image Comics this July.

Kudrański will team up with the legendary Todd McFarlane for a highly collective cover and a variant version of it showcasing the raw art.

In Something Epic #13, a mysterious tragedy shakes the Land of Horror—realm of the most legendary monsters ever imagined—and Noa and D-Ductive are called to investigate. But in a world ruled by darkness… every monster is a suspect.

Something Epic #13 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, July 15.

  • Cover A by Kudrański and McFarlane
  • Cover B 1:25 copy incentive Raw Art by Kudrański and McFarlane
  • Cover C Friday the 13th homage by Kudrański
  • Cover D EC Horror homage by Kudrański
  • Cover E Scream homage by Kudrański

She-Spawn #1, Todd McFarlane Incentive Covers Revealed

Todd McFarlane Productions is expanding the debut of She-Spawn #1—the upcoming five-issue Spawn Universe miniseries written by award-winning comics writer Gail Simone and illustrated by Ig Guara—with the reveal of a new cover by Todd McFarlane, featured across a set of incentive variants, with additional covers now joining the lineup ahead of the series’ May release.

McFarlane’s cover will appear in multiple formats, including a 1:100 Virgin Foil, a 1:250 black-and-white edition signed by McFarlane, and a 1:500 version signed by both McFarlane and Simone.

Also joining the lineup are new covers by Mirka Andolfo and Emma Ríos, both making their Spawn Universe cover debut. Each puts their own stamp on Jessica Priest as she takes center stage in her first solo series.

She-Spawn follows Jessica Priest as she is drawn into a violent conflict with an extremist religious sect, forcing her to confront the weight of her past while fighting to protect an innocent life.

She-Spawn #1 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, May 6, 2026. Final Order Cutoff is April 13.

  • Cover A by Ig Guara – Lunar Code: 0326IM0252
  • Cover B by Francesco Mattina – Lunar Code: 0326IM0253
  • Cover C Blank Sketch – Lunar Code: 0326IM0254
  • Cover D by Brett Booth – Lunar Code: 0326IM0255
  • Cover E Virgin B&W by Brett Booth – Lunar Code: 0326IM0256
  • Cover F by Mirka Andolfo – Lunar Code: 0326IM8009
  • Cover G by Emma Ríos – Lunar Code: 0326IM8010
  • Cover H 1:50 copy incentive by Todd McFarlane – Lunar Code: 0326IM8011
  • Cover I Virgin Foil 1:100 copy incentive by Todd McFarlane – Lunar Code: 0326IM8012
  • Cover J Virgin B&W 1:250 copy incentive by Todd McFarlane, signed by McFarlane – Lunar Code: 0326IM8013
  • Cover K Virgin 1:500 copy incentive by Todd McFarlane, signed by McFarlane and Simone – Lunar Code: 0326IM8014

Todd McFarlane returns to art as the Spawn Universe Evolves with New Creative Teams!

Todd McFarlane returns to doing more artwork within the Spawn Universe as all four of his core titles—Spawn, King Spawn, Gunslinger Spawn, and The Scorched—roll out new creative teams this spring. Each debut issue will include a special Cover C 1:50 Foil Variant commemorating the transition, marking the beginning of the line’s next chapter as it moves steadily toward Spawn #400.

The shift begins in Spawn #376, where writer Matthew Rosenberg and artist Stephen Segovia propel the series one year into the future. The revelation that Heaven and Hell are real—and have abandoned Earth—has destabilized society at every level. Institutions strain. Governments falter. Spawn himself has vanished. Al Simmons, seemingly restored to humanity, lives anonymously in a fractured Manhattan until his return triggers the attention of “The 400,” a powerful cabal of angels, demons, vampires, and alien entities who believe Spawn’s existence threatens their survival.

That same fracture runs through King Spawn #55, as Rosenberg and artist Thomas Nachlik introduce Hudson Hill, a young man haunted by a psychic vision of the apocalypse—one centered on Al Simmons. As Spawn re-emerges publicly as a symbol of hope, another presence begins to take shape in the shadows. The divide between hero and monster narrows, and the consequences ripple outward.

In Gunslinger Spawn #54, writer Erica Schultz joins returning artist Carlo Barberi as new forces enter the conflict. 

The mysterious Regulators arrive to correct a cosmic imbalance, revealing that the war between Heaven and Hell is only part of a larger system of control. Gunslinger finds himself caught in the middle of a recalibration that may cost him everything.

Meanwhile, The Scorched #51 sees writer Thomas Healy and artist Alessandro Vitti push the team into a more aggressive posture (McFarlane will help co-plot these storylines.)

Under Jessica Priest’s leadership, the Scorched move from reacting to threats to targeting them preemptively. Their actions draw scrutiny from governments, divine powers, and hellish adversaries alike, setting off a chain reaction that will redefine alliances across the Spawn Universe.

As these changes roll out across the four core books, the Spawn Universe tightens its focus and raises the stakes—setting the stage for what comes next.

Gunslinger Spawn #54 will be available at comic book shops on May 20, 2026. Final Order Cutoff for retailers is Monday, April 27.

  • Cover A by Marco Failla – Lunar Code: 0226IM0413
  • Cover B by Von Randal – Lunar Code: 0226IM0414
  • Cover C 1:50 Virgin Foil Variant by Carlo Barberi – Lunar Code: 0226IM8280

King Spawn #55 will be available at comic book shops on May 27, 2026. Final Order Cutoff for retailers is Monday, May 4.

  • Cover A by Harvey Tolibao – Lunar Code: 0126IM0397
  • Cover B B&W Variant by Harvey Tolibao – Lunar Code: 0126IM0398
  • Cover C 1:50 Virgin Foil Variant by Francesco Mattina – Lunar Code: 0226IM8277

The Scorched #51 will be available at comic book shops on May 27, 2026. Final Order Cutoff for retailers is Monday, May 4.

  • Cover A by Ig Guara – Lunar Code: 0126IM0410
  • Cover B B&W Variant by Ig Guara – Lunar Code: 0126IM0411
  • Cover C 1:50 Virgin Foil Variant by Jordan Noir – Lunar Code: 0226IM8279

Spawn #376 will be available at comic book shops on June 3, 2026. Final Order Cutoff for retailers is Monday, May 11.

  • Cover A by Don Aguillo – Lunar Code: 0126IM0420
  • Cover B Virgin Variant by Don Aguillo – Lunar Code: 0126IM0421
  • Cover C 1:50 Virgin Foil Variant by Simone Bianchi – Lunar Code: 0226IM8278

Preview: King Spawn Vol. 7

King Spawn Vol. 7

(W) Todd McFarlane, Rory McConville (A) Yıldıray Çınar

Spawn has uncovered the culprits behind Granny Blake’s abduction and sends an assassin to eliminate Al Simmons. Although he lacks full power, Spawn confronts those endangering humanity, but falls into a trap and suffers a brutal attack at the hospital. Additional features include a cover gallery and behind-the-scenes artwork.

Collects KING SPAWN #37-42.

King Spawn Vol. 7

Battle Beast is Back for More in Robert Kirkman and Ryan Ottley’s Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #7

Skybound and Image Comics have shared a first look at Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #7 from the longtime Invincible creative teamThe kickoff to an all-new story arc of the bestselling series from co-creator/writer Robert Kirkman, co-creator/artist Ryan Ottley, colorist Annalisa Leoni, and letterer Rus Wooton will arrive in comic book shops March 18, 2026.

Perfect for longtime fans and new readers alike, Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #7  kicks off a bloody new epic, as Battle Beast now faces the two most dangerous enemies of his lifetime…and did we mention the Viltrumites are hot on his tail? 

Even in a universe of mighty Viltrumites like Invincible and Omni-Man, it seems that no one may be able to stop the galaxy’s deadliest warrior…unless he does the unthinkable. A new story arc begins as Battle Beast continues his quest to find the one being who can defeat him in battle and end his life. 

Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #7  will feature a main cover by Ryan Ottley and Annalisa Leoni and a variant cover program including an open to order cover by Todd McFarlane and Annalisa Leoni, a connecting 1:10 incentive variant by Chris Burnham and Brian Reber, a 1:25 incentive variant by Rossi Gifford,1:50 incentive variant by Edwin Galmon, a black and white 1:75 incentive variant of Todd McFarlane’s Cover B, and a 1:100 Foil incentive variant by Matthew Roberts

Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #7  

The full list of covers is below: 

  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #7 Cover A by Ryan Ottley & Annalisa Leoni (Lunar Code: 0126IM0310) 
  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #7 Cover B by Todd McFarlane & Annalisa Leoni (Lunar Code: 0126IM0311) 
  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #7 Cover C (1:10 Connecting) by Chris Burnham & Brian Reber (Lunar Code: 0126IM0312) 
  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #7 Cover D (1:25 Incentive) by Rossi Gifford (Lunar Code: 0126IM0313) 
  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #7 Cover E (1:50 Incentive) by Edwin Galmon (Lunar Code: 0126IM0314) 
  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #7 Cover F (1:75 Incentive) by Todd McFarlane (Lunar Code: 0126IM0315) 
  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #7 Cover G (1:100 FOIL Incentive) by Matthew Roberts (Lunar Code: 0126IM0316) 
  • Invincible Universe: Battle Beast #7 Cover H (Invincible Month Team Up) by Ryan Ottley & Annalisa Leoni (Lunar Code: 0126IM8052) 

Preview: Black Ritual: The Book of Nyx

Black Ritual: The Book of Nyx

(W) Thomas Healy, Todd McFarlane (A) Nat Jones

NYX has played a multifaceted role in Al Simmons’ life, acting as both adversary and savior. She was the first She-Spawn and journeyed with Spawn into the bowels of hell itself. Then she rescued Wanda and Cyan from the clutches of the demon lord, Mammon. Then one day, she simply walked away and disappeared.

SPAWN artist Nat Jones teams up with writer and SPAWN Editor-in-Chief Thomas Healy to delve into Nyx’s untold stories, exploring the consequences of her past as she seeks to aid the hidden Covens of New York City.

Additional features include a cover gallery and behind-the-scenes artwork.

Collects Black Ritual Issues #1-7.

Black Ritual: The Book of Nyx

Preview: Black Ritual: The Book of Nyx

Black Ritual: The Book of Nyx

(W) Thomas Healy, Todd McFarlane (A) Nat Jones

NYX has played a multifaceted role in Al Simmons’ life, acting as both adversary and savior. She was the first She-Spawn and journeyed with Spawn into the bowels of hell itself. Then she rescued Wanda and Cyan from the clutches of the demon lord, Mammon. Then one day, she simply walked away and disappeared.

SPAWN artist Nat Jones teams up with writer and SPAWN Editor-in-Chief Thomas Healy to delve into Nyx’s untold stories, exploring the consequences of her past as she seeks to aid the hidden Covens of New York City.

Additional features include a cover gallery and behind-the-scenes artwork.

Collects Black Ritual Issues #1-7.

Black Ritual: The Book of Nyx

Preview: Gunslinger Spawn #50

Gunslinger Spawn #50

(W) Todd McFarlane (A) Stephen Segovia, Carlo Barberi

Four years ago, Todd McFarlane launched the first large-scale expansion of the Spawn Universe with King Spawn #1. Now we are here to celebrate the success of the expanded Spawn’s Universe with GUNSLINGER SPAWN #50. Part 2 of an oversized issue with a story that will cross over into all three of the #50’s coming out in the coming months. (King Spawn, Gunslinger Spawn, The Scorched). An ancient force, almost as old as time itself, has returned, and Spawn is in its sights. The story, sent into two chapters per issue, will be penciled by two of the Spawn Universe’s best, Stephen Segovia and Carlo Barberi. This is the one you don’t want to miss. Featuring covers by Todd McFarlane, Puppeteer Lee connecting cover, Skottie Young, and Mark Spears.

Gunslinger Spawn #50
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