Cole is a repo man of the highest caliber, repossessing heavily guarded mega yachts from billionaires, private planes from captains of industry, and everything in-between. If it’s got an engine, he can drive it, ride it, or fly it straight out from under the nose of an army of guards. But now he’s handed the job of a lifetime.
Story: Robert Venditti, Derek Kolstad Art: Jesse Lonergan Letterer: Taylor Esposito
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(W) Robert Venditti, Derek Kolstad (A) Jesse Lonergan
From the minds of blockbuster screenwriter Derek Kolstad — creator and writer of the box office dominating motion picture franchise JOHN WICK — and New York Times best-selling writer Robert Venditti (Superman ‘78, Green Lantern), comes a white-knuckle, globe-spanning action/spy thrill ride.
Cole is a repo man of the highest caliber, repossessing heavily guarded mega yachts from billionaires, private planes from captains of industry, and everything in-between. If it’s got an engine, he can drive it, ride it, or fly it straight out from under the nose of an army of guards.
But now he’s handed the job of a lifetime. The impossible job. One that will bring him face to face with the highest stakes.
The Russians have stolen aeronautical military secrets from China, France, Germany, The UK, and the US to “Frankenstein” together the ultimate bleeding edge, next-gen fighter jet: The Warbird. There are only three of them in existence. They are a force of absolute nature — $1.4 billion apiece — dominating every global hotspot from Syria to Ukraine. And Cole’s been hired to steal one… and destroy the other two.
His fee? 10%. A cool $140 million. But this isn’t a repossession job. This is outright theft. And failure doesn’t mean jail time and fines — it means a bullet to the back of the head.
Written by DEREK KOLSTAD & ROBERT VENDITTI Art by JESSE LONERGAN Cover & Designs by FRANK QUITELY $1.99 | 24 PGS. | FULL COLOR FOC TODAY | ON SALE APRIL 29, 2026 OR FREE COMIC BOOK DAY LUNAR CODE: 0326BD0520
Today is the LAST DAY to order your copy of Free Comic Book Day’s barn-burning debut — WARBIRD #0!
Blockbuster screenwriter Derek Kolstad, the creator and writer of JOHN WICK! New York Times best-selling writer Robert Venditti (ORDAINED)! Eisner Award-nominated artist Jesse Lonergan (DROME)! Eisner Award-winning artist Frank Quitely (ALL-STAR SUPERMAN)!
All join forces to kickstart the white-knuckle, globe spanning comic book event of the year with an all-new, zero issue special — WARBIRD #0!
Brace yourself for pure, pedal-to-the-metal action with an all-new lettered preview below.
Then, contact your local comic shop TODAY to get your pre-order in to secure your copy in time for April 29th’s launch!
Cole is a repo man of the highest caliber, repossessing heavily guarded mega yachts from billionaires, private planes from captains of industry, and everything in-between. If it’s got an engine, he can drive it, ride it, or fly it straight out from under the nose of an army of guards.
But now he’s handed the job of a lifetime. The impossible job. One that will bring him face to face with the highest stakes.
The Russians have stolen aeronautical military secrets from China, France, Germany, The UK, and the US to “Frankenstein” together the ultimate bleeding edge, next-gen fighter jet: The Warbird. There are only three of them in existence. They are a force of absolute nature—$1.4 billion apiece—dominating every global hotspot from Syria to Ukraine. And Cole’s been hired to steal one… and destroy the other two.
His fee? 10%. A cool $140 million. But this isn’t a repossession job. This is outright theft. And failure doesn’t mean jail time and fines—it means a bullet to the back of the head.
Buckle up! Because Warbird #0 is rocketing into comic shops on April 29th — just in time for Free Comic Book Day! Blockbuster screenwriter Derek Kolstad and New York Times best-selling writer Robert Venditti shattered the sales records and made history with their mega-hit Planet Death. The team is BACK in the cockpit! And they’re bringing the heat once more for an all-new, white-knuckle, globe-spanning action/spy blockbuster. Suiting up for the ride is superstar artist Jesse Lonergan! Nominated for an Eisner for his Image series Hedra, and renowned for his critically-acclaimed original graphic novel, Drome, Lonergan takes flight on interior art.
The team is joined by living legend Frank Quitely. Not only has he provided stunning design work for the series, but Quitely is coming in hot with a jaw-dropping cover!
Witness Cole in action with just a glimpse of the Russian next generation fighter jet — a cover so stunning, it’s also offered as gorgeous, ultra-rare, virgin incentive!
Cole is a repo man of the highest caliber, repossessing heavily guarded mega yachts from billionaires, private planes from captains of industry, and everything in-between. If it’s got an engine, he can drive it, ride it, or fly it straight out from under the nose of an army of guards.
But now he’s handed the job of a lifetime. The impossible job. One that will bring him face to face with the highest stakes.
The Russians have stolen aeronautical military secrets from China, France, Germany, The UK, and the US to “Frankenstein” together the ultimate bleeding edge, next-gen fighter jet: The Warbird. There are only three of them in existence. They are a force of absolute nature—$1.4 billion apiece—dominating every global hotspot from Syria to Ukraine. And Cole’s been hired to steal one… and destroy the other two.
His fee? 10%. A cool $140 million. But this isn’t a repossession job. This is outright theft. And failure doesn’t mean jail time and fines—it means a bullet to the back of the head.
Bad Idea has revealed that Frank Quitely is joining the Warbird team! Warbird is the spiritual successor to Planet Death. Quitely joins co-writers Derek Kolstad and Robert Venditti on the much-anticipated project.
Quitely first takes off on Wardbird with designs. Two of his non-spoiler designs are below. There you can see Cole, the hero of the story. Very much in the model of the classic Hollywood action heroes — a helping of Steve McQueen, a dash of Clint Eastwood, even a little younger Brando, Connery and James Garner!
Quitely has also already provided cover art for Wardbird. Cole in action with just a glimpse of the Russian next generation fighter jet the story revolves around.
Cole is a repo man of the highest caliber, repossessing heavily guarded mega yachts from billionaires, private planes from captains of industry, and everything in-between. If it’s got an engine, he can drive it, ride it, or fly it straight out from under the nose of an army of guards.
But now he’s handed the job of a lifetime. The impossible job. One that will bring him face to face with the highest stakes.
The Russians have stolen aeronautical military secrets from China, France, Germany, The UK, and the US to “Frankenstein” together the ultimate bleeding edge, next-gen fighter jet: The Warbird. There are only three of them in existence. They are a force of absolute nature—$1.4 billion apiece—dominating every global hotspot from Syria to Ukraine. And Cole’s been hired to steal one… and destroy the other two.
His fee? 10%. A cool $140 million. But this isn’t a repossession job. This is outright theft. And failure doesn’t mean jail time and fines—it means a bullet to the back of the head.
In the lead up to New York Comic Con 2025, Bad Idea has revealed Warbird that reteams Derek Kolstad and Robert Venditti. The duo are part of the creative team behind Planet Death.
Cole is a repo man of the highest caliber, repossessing heavily guarded mega yachts from billionaires, private planes from captains of industry, and everything in-between. If it’s got an engine, he can drive it, ride it, or fly it straight out from under the nose of an army of guards.
But now he’s handed the job of a lifetime. The impossible job. One that will bring him face to face with the highest stakes.
The Russians have stolen aeronautical military secrets from China, France, Germany, The UK, and the US to “Frankenstein” together the ultimate bleeding edge, next-gen fighter jet: The Warbird. There are only three of them in existence. They are a force of absolute nature—$1.4 billion apiece—dominating every global hotspot from Syria to Ukraine. And Cole’s been hired to steal one… and destroy the other two.
His fee? 10%. A cool $140 million. But this isn’t a repossession job. This is outright theft. And failure doesn’t mean jail time and fines—it means a bullet to the back of the head.
Bad Idea will be revealing more at their New York Comic Con panel, along with the rest of their next wave of titles.
BAD IDEA: THE NEW YORK COMIC CON Panel
The next wave of BAD IDEA comics continues right here! Join mastermind Derek Kolstad, creator and writer of the JOHN WICK franchise of movies, New York Times best-selling writer Matt Kindt, Eisner-nominated writer Joshua Dysart, modern comic art phenomenon, Jonathan Wayshak, and BAD IDEA impresarios Dinesh Shamdasani, Peter Stern, Benjamin Simpson, and Siena Fallon for an exclusive look at BAD IDEA’s biggest slate yet! Witness brand-new art from PLANET DEATH, ORDAINED, SURVIVE, CUL-DE-SAC, HABITAT, WARBIRD, and much more! Plus, special guests AND a convention exclusive giveaway!
