DC Announces “Kingdom of Zod”
DC’s Superman Family Stands Against Zod Beginning This August
“Kingdom of Zod” connecting covers by Guillem March
BURBANK, CA — DC today announced “Kingdom of Zod,” a new crossover storyline unfolding across DC’sSupergirl, Action Comics, Superman Unlimited, and Superman comic books in August and September. Featuring the talents of writers Joshua Williamson, Sophie Campbell, Mark Waid, and Dan Slott, along with artists Eddy Barrows, Joe Quinones, Montos, and Rachael Stott, the Kingdom of Zod crossover pits Superman and DC’s Super-Family against General Dru-Zod as all the major threats from across the world of Superman in DC’s All In era collide!
The story begins on August 12 in Supergirl #16, when a mysterious military coup dangerously destabilizes the Kryptonite Kingdom of El Caldero. Supergirl assembles her own strike team—a Super-Force including Superboy-Prime, Conner Kent, Tomorrow Man, Steel, and more—to infiltrate the occupied territory. Fresh off the epic Reign of the Superboys storyline, Kara’s Superboy crew is shocked to discover this conquering force is Kryptonian in origin…and deadly. That same day, Action Comics #1101 sees Superman crash-land back into the present day after the events of Action Comics #1100 (no spoilers here!), only to find himself immediately drawn into the escalating conflict.
How the Kryptonian general has returned and what role he plays in the takeover will leave readers stunned, as a shocking twist sets the entire world ablaze with the power of Kryptonite! Guillem March provides connecting main covers across all four series in August, with variant covers by Noobovich, Stephanie Hans, Joe Quinones, Ariel Olivetti, Mike Choi, ACO, Taurin Clarke, Vincenzo Riccardi, and Christian Ward. Mark Spears will provide foil variant covers for all four titles.
“Kingdom of Zod” foil variant covers by Mark Spears
The Kingdom of Zod crossover continues on August 19 in Superman Unlimited #16, where Zod reveals the true scope of his plan and unleashes a dangerous Kryptonite infection that spreads across the world. The first month of “Kingdom of Zod” concludes on August 26 with Superman #41, as Superman, Supergirl, Superboy-Prime, and the Super-Family confront Zod in a battle that will reshape the future of the House of El!
The story continues through September with chapters in Supergirl #17, Action Comics #1102, Superman Unlimited #17, and Superman #42, bringing the Kingdom of Zod arc to its explosive conclusion in a one-shot,Superman: Kingdom of Zod Special, on September 30.
“Kingdom of Zod” brings together DC’s full Super-Family for a high-stakes battle against one of Superman’s greatest foes and features the return of the Man of Tomorrow at a moment when the DC Universe needs him most. Will the Super-Family be able to stand against Zod?
Legendary Hellboy Creator Mike MIgnola, Writer Chris Roberson and Artist Christopher Mitten Assemble Queen Victoria's Paranormal Investigators in The Foundry
The Globe-Trotting Adventure Kicks off This August from Dark Horse Comics
MILWAUKIE, Ore., (April 17, 2026)—This Summer, Comics Legend Mike Mignola is reuniting with acclaimed writer and iZombie creator Chris Roberson and fan-favorite artist Christopher Mitten to introduce readers to The Foundry: In Peril on the Seas, a Hellboy Universe 4-issue mini-series featuring Queen Victoria’s secret agency with characters from Witchfinder and Hellboy: The Silver Lantern Club. Written by Mignola and Roberson, with art from Mitten, colors by Michelle Madsen, and letters by Clem Robins, all four issues will feature covers by Christopher Mitten.
"Long before Hellboy and the B.P.R.D. defended the world against supernatural threats of all types, the men and women of the Foundry protected Queen Victoria's Empire,” explains writer Chris Roberson. “But the operatives of the Foundry were adventurers and explorers with no time for the paranormal or the occult, only interested in the scientific applications of the artifacts that their expeditions uncovered or what engineering marvels could be devised from ancient discoveries. In The Foundry: In Peril on the Seas, Major Karam Singh and his fellow members of the Foundry go in search of an unknown menace that appears to threaten enemies and allies alike, unsure whether they are in pursuit of some sort of monster or something far worse."
Following Roberson and Mitten’s 2023 Panya: The Mummy’s Curse, the creators are once again delving into the rich history of the Hellboy Universe. Featuring the Queen of England’s very own secret agency, which first appeared in Witchfinder:The Gates of Heaven by Mignola, Roberson and artist D'Israeli, The Foundry: In Peril on the Seas follows the team as they travel the world seeking supernatural-powered technologies and the stories of the civilizations that harnessed them — for good and for evil.
“This is a really fun corner of the universe in which to wander and explore; finally seeing the Foundry in more detail than we have before is exciting," adds artist Christopher Mitten. "Chris, as he always does, infuses the book with such intrigue and heart, giving all these characters their proper moments to shine. He’s a remarkably gifted writer, and he makes it all feel effortless.Having the chance to again work with this team, these wonderful people with whom I’ve been telling these stories for the last decade, is truly such a joy."
“We like to explore the dark corners of the Hellboy universe, and it’s always important to us that each story stands on its own and is a story worth telling and worth reading,” says Editor Katii O’Brien. “The Foundry is no exception to that, and is a deep-cut look at humanity’s exploration into science and the supernatural long before the B.P.R.D. comes on the scene, but that has both ties to and implications for the Hellboy universe as a whole.”
The Foundry: In Peril on the Seas #1 is due out on August 12th. Follow Dark Horse Comics on social media for more news, announcements, and updates.
IDW — The Hunt Has Just Begun with 13 Demons Dead
In Stores August 4, Preorder Available Now
LOS ANGELES, CA (March 27, 2026)—This teenage girl has just one year to defeat thirteen invisible demons… without flunking out of high school!13 Demons Dead is a graphic novel from video game writer/director Adam Tierney (River City Girls, Aliens, Silent Hill, Batman) and Italian comic artist Saspy (Hadez, MASK'D, Fashion Monster), releasing on August 4, 2026, via IDW Publishing. 13 Demons Dead is a high-octane, black-and-white, manga-inspired graphic novel featuring a regular teen armed with nothing but courage, grit, and a growing supernatural legacy requiring her to hunt creatures older than civilization while also dealing with family, homework, bullies, secrets, and the realization that she may be humanity’s last line of spiritual defense.
"I've been a diehard comic book fan since I first learned to read. Throughout my career as a writer, I've worked in video games (LOTS of video games), TV shows, children's books, even music, but I've never had the opportunity to create my own comic book until now,” said author Adam Tierney. “13 Demons Dead combines everything I love writing about—horror, humor, demons, high school, bullies, and heartbreak—into a wild, 250-page graphic novel adventure. I'm so excited to be teaming with IDW Publishing and the incredibly talented Saspy on this book!"
"13 Demons Dead is really close to my heart and I'm so happy I got to draw Ev’s story. I saw a lot of myself in her, being calm by nature but wild within, having to face things way bigger than us, despite our young age,” said illustrator Saspy. “Thanks to Adam and the whole IDW team for this opportunity! I hope readers will love her as much as I did!"
About the Book
Fourteen-year-old Everly “Ev” Espada was walking home one night when she spotted her favorite teacher, Father Serrano, suspended in midair, choking and being ripped apart by something she couldn’t see. Acting on pure instinct, Ev swings a nearby pipe and shatters the illusion, exposing a monstrous demon in the middle of her school. With one lucky shot, the creature is dead. And so is Ev’s normal life.
By killing one of Earth’s Thirteen Hidden Demons, Ev has unknowingly triggered an ancient covenant. She’s been marked as the latest demon hunter, and the remaining twelve demons are already coming for her. The rules are simple and merciless: slay all thirteen within one year… or they will return more powerful, more vicious, and utterly unstoppable.
13 Demons Dead will be available wherever books are sold, as a b/w softcover (ISBN: 979-8-88724-446-4) on August 4, 2026, for a list price of $16.99. For more information please visit IDW Publishing.
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