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FIRST LOOK: BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES: HALLOWEEN SPECIAL (IDW DARK)
It’s time to return to Woodbrook and even though years have passed the horror that Sam inflicted on this small town is still very fresh in the minds of the citizens. This is more apparent on Halloween as the younger generation tells tales of her return and continued murders. This is the world that this anthology Halloween Special from IDW Dark is set in. Beneath the Trees Where Nobody Sees: Halloween Special is set to hit the shelves of your local comic shop on October 7th, 2026. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday August 31st, 2026, IDW Publishing gave us a copy for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
EXQUISITE CORPSES: RASCAL RANDY #2 (TINY ONION/IMAGE COMICS)
To truly understand Rascal Randy, we need to know how he began and issue two of this series gives us just that. We see how Elias Friedman created the character that would go on to become one of the biggest icons of his era. But we also see how this dream scenario can also be turned into a nightmare quickly. Oh yeah, we also catch up with what’s happening in the present with the killer that has taken up the mantle.
EXQUISITE CORPSES: RASCAL RANDY #1 (TINY ONION/IMAGE COMICS)
Exquisite Corpses took the comics world by storm over the last year. Nominated for an Eisner Award, a successful Kickstarter campaign for a game, and finishing off the first season strong, heading into season two. But before we get to that next season, it’s time to find out the origin of one of the most popular killers, Rascal Randy.
FIRST LOOK: EXQUISITE CORPSES: RASCAL RANDY #1 (TINY ONION/IMAGE COMICS)
Exquisite Corpses took the comics world by storm over the last year. Nominated for an Eisner Award, a successful Kickstarter campaign for a game, and finishing off the first season strong, heading into season two. But before we get to that next season, it’s time to find out the origin of one of the most popular killers, Rascal Randy. The first issue of the five issue limited series from Tiny Onion/Image Comics is set to hop into comic shops on July 8th, 2026. Ahead of the Final Order Cutoff date of Monday June 15th, 2026, Tiny Onion gave us a copy of Exquisite Corpses: Rascal Randy #1 for a SPOILER FREE first look review.
UNIVERSAL MONSTERS: PHANTOM OF THE OPERA #4 (SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT/IMAGE COMICS)
The thrilling conclusion of this rendition of the timeless horror classic is upon us. As the “Ghost” has taken Christine to his unground lair. It is up to Inspector Dubert to save her and bring the “Ghost” to justice. Will the “Ghost” face the music of the night, or will Christine pass the point of no return?
UNIVERSAL MONSTERS: PHANTOM OF THE OPERA #3 (SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT/IMAGE COMICS)
Christine Daae has her Angel on her shoulder but is he really a devil in disguise. As more of her roadblocks seem to be cleared out there are other problems that are afoot. How much more death and despair will be caused to make Christine a star?
UNIVERSAL MONSTERS: PHANTOM OF THE OPERA #2 (SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT/IMAGE COMICS)
Christine Daae now has her dream job and is the star of the show. But at what cost is this fame and celebrity? What has she given up to be here? And most importantly, to whom does she owe the credit for success?
EXQUISITE CORPSES #9 (tiny onion/image comics)
The Killers are falling off the board and the families that have a chance to win are becoming clearer. This, however, is creating issues and alliances are forming. Meanwhile, in the town our survivors are just trying to do what they can for survival. Who will meet their demise next and what unlikely alliances won’t we see coming?