IDW Comics’ run with the Dungeons and Dragons license ended last year, and following the success of Dark Horse Comics’ work with Wizards of the Coast, their releases are doing a touch better and the consensus is that fans like it. Ravenloft is the next release. After the first issue of The Fallbacks and the delayed release of the second, there are a lot of titles being planned getting back on track.
The four-issue miniseries written by Bram Stoker Award-winning author Amy Chu (Red Sonja) examines why this particular world is crumbling. Nobody knows why. Fortunately, monster hunter Ez D’Avenir is on the case. She’s searching the frozen wasteland of Lamordia for an undead creature that may hold the key to this world’s fate. But when Darklord Viktra Mordenheim catches wind of her quest, Ez is suddenly the one being hunted. Just how deep this series will go into the lore depends on Chu’s research. It’s also known as The Mists, a more compelling and scary reference in par with Silent Hill.
The art is provided by Ariela Kristantina (Adora and the Distance), colours by Arif Prianto (Poison Ivy, Green Lantern Corps), and letters by Haley Rose-Lyon (BUMP: A Horror Anthology, Jill and the Killers). Issue #1 will feature cover art by Guillem March, Riley Rossmo, Francesco Francavilla, Todor Hristov, and Angela Wu.
A monster-filled future takes shape in Kingdom of Earth, a new four-issue horror comic from David Dastmalchian, Leah Kilpatrick, and Soo Lee. Set in a brutal world where humans face service or slaughter, the series promises a grim apocalypse packed with creatures fighting for control.
With this latest announcement from the Oregon-based comic book publisher, it seems Earth is no longer just a planet of the apes. Other creatures are ready to seize control. With Kingdom of Earth by David Dastmalchian (Count Crowley, Through) and Leah Kilpatrick (Headless Horseman, DC Horror Presents), along with Bram Stoker Award-winning artist Soo Lee (Carmilla, Minor Threats), this four-issue series looks mighty promising. What the team has teased so far already has me eager to see what arrives when the first issue hits shelves.
From the Press Release:
“It’s tempting to abandon hope when the world is dominated by monsters… right?! But thanks to the incredible passion of my creative partners on this book,” said Dastmalchian, “we created a terrifying world where a small flicker of hope burns amidst an apocalyptic landscape. I love mash-ups and this series is the ultimate mash-up. Every monster you’ve ever seen, read or studied battles for supremacy while a small movement of humans plot survival and rebellion.”
“I love being able to draw monsters and creatures that go bump in the night,” said Lee. “It’s so much more different than what I’ve been working on lately and thanks to my collaborators, I’m able to test myself by making this dark and terrible world beautiful in my own way. I hope everyone is captivated by the world we have developed in Kingdom of Earth.”
In Kingdom of Earth:
2036. Two years ago, hordes of monsters rose from the earth and sea, devouring everything in sight. Much of mankind was massacred before the monsters realized they needed humans. In this new world, humans have two options: service or slaughter. When a young child named Frankie narrowly escapes their fate as livestock, they soon realize that their fight for survival has only just begun.
Kingdom of Earth #1 (of 4) will arrive in comic shops on July 15, 2026.
Along with what “Dreams” are made of, we look at what works of Gou Tanabe are currently out there that are graphic novel adaptations of the Cthulhu mythos. Our focus is on his untranslated Lovecraft manga.
While organizing my collection of untranslated Lovecraft manga and graphic adaptations, I couldn’t shake the feeling that something essential was missing. There’s a handful of Gou Tanabe’s works that exist in French or Italian editions, yet still haven’t seen print in North America. When Zack Davisson mentioned they’ve remained untouched, it felt less like an if and more like a slow, deliberate waiting game. He translated the recent releases and is clearly eager to tackle what’s missing. That comment dates back over a year to Emerald City Comic Con, and as fans of this series, all we can do is wait, and hope it doesn’t drive us mad.
In the world of sequential art, Cosmic Horror in 2026 neverf goes out of style. Presented here is a preview of what’s currently on shelves and coming soon! Plus a handy checklist for your pull list.
There’s further Cosmic horror in 2026 that is sure to destroy! And as this genre never really goes out of style, just what one can find in the sequential arts make up part one of a three part series, where I dive deep into nearly everything that’s coming out!
I will begin with visual interpretations of the classics. Cinematically, they can be summed up with two releases–Iron Lung (limited theatre run beginning Jan 30) and Dreamlands. The former is about surviving the deep oceans and the other, well, the title speaks for itself. While the latter is a crowdfunded release and passion product, it’s tough to say if this work be ready for this year’s H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival.
In part two will be a look at Gou Tanabe’s slate of works and offer a checklist. Last will be the videogames to put fans of H.P. Lovecrafts works straight into the forefreont. After RailGods of Hysterra (review link) stalled due to some design issues, I’m still curious what other titles might pick up the pace.
In this preview, here’s what’s expected to roll out in 2026.
The Manga Master Returns:
Gou Tanabe’s The Dunwich Horror
The Dunwich Horror Japanese Edition
For many of us, the gold standard for Lovecraftian art is Gou Tanabe. After his Eisner-nominated runs on At the Mountains of Madness and The Shadow Out of Time, Dark Horse Manga is expected to bring the English translation of “The Dunwich Horror” to North American fans in 2026. The news is not official, but that is what industry insiders are saying. Without this, Necronomicon cannot make its proper debut in Tanabe’s world of horror.
His ability to draw the “indescribable” is unmatched in the manga world. Nearly everyyone is excited to see how the Whateley family will spring to life, and also depict what Wilbur will transform to. And along with the invisible terror of Sentinel Hill stalking the land, there’s plenty of expectations to craft in the minds of every reader.
A Dreamlike Departure: The Last Day of H.P. Lovecraft
Coming early this year from BOOM! Studios, we have the conclusion of the English adaptation of The Last Day of H.P. Lovecraft. With this tale near compledtion (the last issue slated for Feb release), this isn’t a straight adaptation of a story, but a surreal, semi-biographical fever dream. Written by Romuald Giulivo with haunting art by Jakub Rebelka, the story follows a dying Lovecraft as he wanders through a visionary version of Providence, confronting his own creations. It is high-art horror at its finest.
IDW & Top Cow: The Thing on the Doorstep
Image Comics and Top Cow are diving into the Cthulhu Mythos with a five-issue miniseries of “The Thing on the Doorstep,” starting February 11, 2026. Written by Simon Birks and illustrated by Willi Roberts, this adaptation promises to lean into the psychological body-horror of the original text. It’s a great entry point for those who want a more traditional “floppy” comic experience rather than a thick graphic novel.
The Masters of the Macabre
Bernie Wrightson & François Baranger
For those who prefer their horror with a “classical” dark aesthetic, 2026 offers two heavy hitters:
Creepy Presents: Bernie Wrightson (Dark Horse Comics): Releasing February 3, 2026, this collection is a must-have. While it spans several horror tales, it features Wrightson’s legendary adaptation of “Cool Air.” Seeing Wrightson’s meticulous ink work on high-quality modern paper is the closest thing to a religious experience a horror fan can have.
The Shadow Over Innsmouth (François Baranger): Following the massive success of his illustrated The Call of Cthulhu, French artist François Baranger is finishing his cinematic take on the fish-folk of Innsmouth. The English edition via Design Studio Press is expected in mid-to-late 2026. These are oversized volumes that feel more like “concept art for a movie that doesn’t exist” than a traditional comic.
Cosmic Horror in 2026 Checklist
January 14:The Last Day of H.P. Lovecraft #3 (BOOM! Studios)
February 3:Creepy Presents: Bernie Wrightson (Dark Horse)
February 11:The Thing on the Doorstep #1 (Image/Top Cow)
February 11:The Last Day of H.P. Lovecraft #4 (BOOM! Studios)
Late 2026:The Dunwich Horror (Dark Horse Manga)
Late 2026:The Shadow Over Innsmouth (Design Studio Press)
Which of these are you adding to your pull list? Let us know in the comments if you’re team Tanabe or team Wrightson!
Dark Horse Comics’ Marvel Rivals The Poster Collection delivers twenty gallery-quality prints that showcase Marvel heroes in striking, dynamic compositions. From a stunning Lunar New Year celebration to bold character showcases, the collection highlights the artistic care behind NetEase’s hero-shooter and proves the game’s visual identity stands strong on its own.
Although slated for release after Christmas, Dark Horse Comics will release Marvel Rivals: The Poster Collection for that fan who loves to have nothing but superhero art on their walls. This collection has twenty full-colour, gallery-quality tear-out prints of the supers doing what they do best, engaged in various kinds of activity.
They are not all combat oriented, and what caught my attention is the plate celebrating Chinese New Year. It’s the most beautiful piece in the collection, rich and honouring the day with a correct colour palette, which can only make this piece soar. I believe the two individuals are Iron Fist (Lin Lie) and Psylocke (Kwannon) performing a Lion Dance. Without their signature looks in place, that’s who I think they are.
On another plate is a very stylish rendition of the Fantastic Four, and for another poster, there’s Doctor Strange. The game he’s summoned does not look like Mah-jong. These are the standouts from the collection. A lot of care and attention is put into making them true gallery pieces. I imagine these are proper paintings rather than art overlaid on 3D meshes.
Dark Horse Comics brings a mix of festive stories, classic reprints, art books, and surprising genre gems to this year’s gift-giving season. From Avatar adventures to Lovecraftian chills and collectible toy retrospectives, these picks offer something for every kind of fan.
From Christmas-themed narratives to sci-fi action adventures, Dark Horse Comics has a terrific range of recent graphic novel releases that make splendid gifts. If that doesn’t tickle a relative’s (or friend’s) fancy, there are also art books and adaptations of popular IPs—animated or otherwise—that may do the trick just as well. What I offer here are my top picks. The links go to Amazon USA for easy purchase.
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This treasury collects three recently released character-focused adventures—Katara and the Pirate’s Silver, Toph Beifong’s Metalbending Academy, and Suki Alone—into one unified volume.
Each story offers a thoughtful continuation of these characters as they grow, reflect, and refine what shapes their resolve. While not connected to the upcoming animated films, everything here is fully approved by Avatar Studios. With the cinematic continuation arriving January 30, 2026, this collection is a perfect warm-up.
IDW Comics’ run with the Dungeons and Dragons license ended last year, and following the success of Dark Horse Comics’ work with Wizards of the Coast, their releases are doing a touch better and the consensus is that fans like it. Ravenloft is the next release. After the first issue of The Fallbacks and the delayed release of the second, there are a lot of titles being planned getting back on track.
While organizing my collection of untranslated 
There’s further Cosmic horror in 2026 that is sure to destroy! And as this genre never really goes out of style, just what one can find in the sequential arts make up part one of a three part series, where I dive deep into nearly everything that’s coming out!
Coming early this year from BOOM! Studios, we have the conclusion of the English adaptation of The Last Day of H.P. Lovecraft. With this tale near compledtion (the last issue slated for Feb release), this isn’t a straight adaptation of a story, but a surreal, semi-biographical fever dream. Written by 
Image Comics and Top Cow are diving into the Cthulhu Mythos with a five-issue miniseries of “The Thing on the Doorstep,” starting February 11, 2026. Written by 
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