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THE EXORCISM AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE #2 (IDW DARK)
The Shadow has its claws firmly dug into Prince Theo and the Royal Family. As the next King of England is dealing with this supernatural attack, the country is dealing with the possibility of going to war over a perceived attack. Can everyone hold together and overcome or will the demon that is possessing the Royal family win out?
A QUIET PLACE: STORM WARNING #2 (IDW DARK)
The mayor refused to listen to her brother and now Pearl is under attack by the alien menace. Terri and Mia are struggling for survival using the aliens lack of being able to swim to survive. Can they outlast the threat, or will they succumb like far too many in the town?
FIRST LOOK: ODIN #1 (TINY ONION/IMAGE COMICS)
Adela is a young journalist that is trying to infiltrate a Gen-Z White Supremist group. Earning their trust was just the beginning, but what happens next, she is completely unprepared for. This new series launches on May 20th, 2026, at the comic shops. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday April 27th, 2026, Tiny Onion gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
BARBARIC: THE LONG DEATH #3 (VAULT COMICs)
Has the end arrived for Owen, Soren and the gang?
Doxon is poised to take out everyone’s favorite barbarian once and for all. Soren is not in a good place to deal with this. Her sister Serra is complicating matters even more. Someone isn’t making it out alive.
EVENT HORIZON: INFERNO #1 (IDW DARK)
Following up one of the best horror comic book series of 2025, Event Horizon: Dark Descent, we find ourselves back in the world of Event Horizon. This time instead of another prequel to the classic sci-fi horror movie, we are getting a sequel! Event Horizon: Inferno takes place 200 years after the events of Event Horizon: Dark Descent, as a billionaire has tracked down the location of the Event Horizon and wants to unlock its nightmarish secrets.
SMILE: FOR THE CAMERA #2 (IDW PUBLISHING)
After the crazy death of Cami, Freja who watched it happen starts to see some crazy things. At the same time Ivy and the rest of the girls are facing down Fashion Month and the stress that causes. Will this unseen curse continue to cause havoc, or will the fashion industry get them first?
ICE CREAM MAN #45 (IMAGE COMICS)
Finally, one of the best horror anthology series has returned! This issues story is entitled The Window in the Back of the Apartment and deals with a voyeuristic man who likes to spy on his neighbors. But what happens when the man witnesses a crime and can’t prove it?
PRETTY HATE MACHINE #1 (Mad Cave Studios)
When Thomas’ dad dies after a car accident on a bridge, he has to struggle with more than just his grief. Then enter a seemingly supernatural force that tells him that there may be more to his dad’s murder than what the authorities and his family are letting on too.
DEVIL ON MY SHOULDER #4 (DARK HORSE COMICS)
The woman has finally made it to the last of the boys that ruined her life and complete revenge is almost hers. However, she still wants to know who the fifth boy is, but the answer to that question is the key to everything.
THE EXORCISM AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE #1 (IDW Publishing)
The Royal Family is lost at Sea, and this leaves the black sheep of the family to be named the next King. The unanswered questions are how did this happen and is there a dark cloud hanging over the Belmont family?
A QUIET PLACE: STORM WARNING #1 (IDW Publishing)
The small island town of Pearl, Iowa is preparing for a storm, but it’s not bad weather that’s on its way, instead it’s an alien invasion. The world has been attacked by aliens that are hunting for anything that makes a sound, and Pearl is in the direct path.
FIRST LOOK: EVENT HORIZON: INFERNO #1 (IDW Publishing)
Following up one of the best horror comic book series of 2025, Event Horizon: Dark Descent, we find ourselves back in the world of Event Horizon. This time instead of another prequel to the classic sci-fi horror movie, we are getting a sequel! Event Horizon: Inferno takes place 200 years after the events of Event Horizon: Dark Descent, as a billionaire has tracked down the location of the Event Horizon and wants to unlock its nightmarish secrets. This new series launches on April 22nd, 2026, at the comic shops. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday March 16th, 2026, IDW Publishing gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES: RITE OF SPRING #6 (IDW Publishing)
As the citizens of Woodbrook close in on Samantha, she has decided to go out in a blaze of glory. With nothing left to lose and her back against the wall, she is more dangerous than ever. Who will survive and will Sam finally be stopped?
NECTAR #1 (VAULT COMICS)
An evil horror is about to descend into the comic shops.
A small town not far from Salem, Massachusetts in 1837 sees an outbreak of a different type of plague. Butterflies are biting people. Yes, Butterflies.
30 DAYS OF NIGHT: FALLING SUN #3 (IDW Publishing)
The final stand for the people of Barrow is upon us. As the Vampires close in on them and force a final showdown, how will the people survive? Things are a lot worse for Jalen as the gang from L.A have also made their way to Barrow as well.
SMILE: FOR THE CAMERA #1 (IDW PUBLISHING)
Ivy Munroe has made it to New York City as a new model for the Surface Modeling Agency. This should be a dream come true; however, a dark cursed cloud hovers over her head. When predators of the industry are the least of your worries, you are in some serious trouble.
BARBARIC: THE LONG DEATH #2 (VAULT COMICs)
What have Owen and company gotten themselves into now?
Soren’s powers have caused a return visit home. The witch needs to find answers and fast. Orrick and the Black Knight are waiting to welcome Owen and Axe into death. Somehow, this isn’t going to end in a peaceful discussion.
DEVIL ON MY SHOULDER #3 (DARK HORSE COMICS)
As the young woman continues the revenge tour and the rest of the boys that tortured her are on the run. The question isn’t if she will get to them, but who will she get to first? We won’t have to wait long for the next one to fall.
EVENT HORIZON: DARK DESCENT #5 (IDW Publishing)
With only two crew members left to stop whatever Paimon has planned for the Event Horizon and its return to Earth. Can Jenifer and Sara get past their own baggage and stop this nightmare from continuing? This is the final issue for this story arc…or is it?
FIRST LOOK: THE EXORCISM AT BUCKINGHAM PALACE #1 (IDW Publishing)
The Royal Family is lost at Sea, and this leaves the black sheep of the family to be named the next King. The unanswered questions are how did this happen and is there a dark cloud hanging over the Belmont family? The Exorcism at Buckingham Palace is the much-anticipated sequel to The Exorcism at 1600 Penn. This new series launches on March 11th, 2026 with issue number one. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday February 2nd, 2026, IDW Publishing gave us a copy of issue one for a SPOILER FREE review.