One Path, King Arthur and the Knights of Justice, Indigo & The Trigan Empire.
From Mad Cave Studios, Maverick, Nakama Press & Rebellion
The latest news and previews in comics including:
A exclusive preview of One Path.
A new volume of King Arthur and the Knights of Justice.
A new comic from Nakama Press.
The return of The Trigan Empire.
Get A First-Look at ONE PATH from Greg Broadmore and Andy Lanning
A new series from Mad Cave Studios, One Path, has some amazing art and looks to be interesting. Here’s a special preview.
Mad Cave Studios is thrilled to debut an exclusive page reveal from ONE PATH, the groundbreaking new series by celebrated creators Greg Broadmore (Dr. Grordbort's) and Andy Lanning (Guardians of the Galaxy), with letters by Rob Jones.
This visceral, high-stakes tale plunges readers into a savage prehistoric world where survival is an unrelenting battle against giant primordial beasts and nature’s harshest elements.
Hunted by giant primordial beasts, red in tooth and claw, a tribe of cavegirls scratch out a bleak existence in a brutal uncaring world. They cling onto a life where not many make it beyond the first few months, let alone to adulthood. Governed by ancient laws and arcane rituals - the only constants they have - they follow the old ways of pain of death.
But One Path, a hunter and warrior, has a plan to change their lives. To free them from the toll the great predators that stalk them charge, and it will overturn everything they know. Sometimes change is scarier than death.
Survival is brutal, but change may be deadlier in this gripping prehistoric epic! One Path drops in comic shops and bookstores Mar. 17, so make your orders now.
King Arthur and the Knights of Justice Vol. 2: The Return to Camelot
King Arthur and the Knights of Justice Vol. 2: The Return to Camelot is returning with a second volume from Maverick, which will be released in June 2025.
Mad Cave Studios and 41 Entertainment are pleased to announce King Arthur and the Knights of Justice Vol. 2: The Return to Camelot, publishing June 17, 2025.
For fans of Critical Role and the original King Arthur and the Knights of Justice cartoon, this sequel finds the fantasy world of Camelot entering our own real world. A tale of leadership, forgiveness, swords, and sorcery, this tale asks how you can forgive your friends even when they’ve deeply harmed you.
Arthur King and his knights are back in the sequel to King Arthur and the Knights of Justice. We find Arthur King and the Knights in school, having moved on from the drama of their recent kidnapping in Camelot. But when Gallop gets a new girlfriend and Morgana breaks free in Camelot, Arthur and his teammates find themselves having to become knights once more in order to defend their home world–and Camelot–from the threat of evil magic.
Writer Joe Corallo said, "I was so excited to be asked to come back and continue the story of King Arthur and the Knights of Justice! This follow-up continues the story not long after the first volume ends and delves deeper into Arthurian legend with some new villains for our heroes to take on. I can't wait for people to check it out!'
Mark Irwin, VP of Business Development for Mad Cave Studios, said of Mad Cave’s ongoing partnership with 41 Entertainment, "We couldn't be happier working with 41 Entertainment to bring the adventures of King Arthur and Princess Gwenevere to our readers. We'll have exciting new talent aboard to update and grow these fantastic characters, and look forward to their incredible stories coming to life in a new medium."
Seasons 1 and 2 of King Arthur are now available to stream on Peacock.
The book is available for preorder now wherever books are sold, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and Bookshop.
Mad Cave Studios’ Nakama Press Debuts with INDIGO, a Cosmic Tale of Self-Discovery and Destiny
A new title from Nakama Press - an imprint of Mad Cave Studios, and there is a preview too!
Mad Cave Studios and its new imprint, Nakama Press, are thrilled to announce their inaugural title, INDIGO, the 2023 Hong Kong Comic Support Program Gold Award winner. This science fiction/fantasy is a deeply personal project between talented brothers, author Chi-Ho Kwong (The Architect’s Epiphany) and artist Chi-Kit Kwong, with letters by Charles Pritchett.
Indigo embodies Nakama Press’s mission, merging the rich traditions of manhua with global storytelling through supernatural mysteries that explore universal themes of empathy, sacrifice, and humanity’s role in the cosmos.
Ella is a reporter for an occult magazine, living what appears to be a normal life. She’s not the best at getting along with people, but she has the special ability to sometimes know what other people are thinking. She also possesses an extreme sensibility which enables her to communicate with plants and animals. One day, Ella learns of the strange death of her college professor and beloved mentor, who seems to have committed suicide by starving to death. Instinct draws Ella to investigate the real cause of the professor's death, which gradually unfolds a series of mysterious incidents which surpass Ella’s wildest imagination. As she investigates further, Ella encounters people who slowly guide her closer to the truth, which causes alternate forces to try and stop her pursuit. With help, Ella overcomes all odds, and in the process discovers she must fulfill her destiny and decide the fate of humanity, Earth...and the universe.
“Indigo is a journey of self-discovery and searching for the purpose of life, as humankind has done over the past tens of thousands of years,” said writer Chi-Ho Kwong. “Creating this story with my brother Chi-Kit was an extraordinary experience. While unfolding the life purpose of Ella, I also unfolded mine. Thanks to Nakama Press for making this story known to a broader audience.”
Artist Chi-Kit Kwong added, “To me, Indigo is a classic story of self-discovery and growth. I am absolutely thrilled and grateful to have the chance to collaborate with Nakama Press. To be able to share my work with readers around the world is definitely a significant landmark of my career as a comics artist.”
Nakama Press stands at the intersection of tradition and innovation, fostering a global community of creators and readers as it pushes the boundaries of the medium through cross-cultural narratives, innovative formats, and cutting-edge themes—fostering cross-cultural collaboration.
Indigo, as the debut publication, is a testament to the imprint’s mission of spotlighting diverse storytelling that resonates across cultures. With its heartfelt exploration of human connection and cosmic wonder, Indigo is an unforgettable start to this new chapter of Mad Cave Studios.
Find your place among the stars. Indigo drops on May 20th.
The Trigan Empire set to rise again with first new stories for more than 40 years!
The Trigan Empire returns from Rebellion with new stories from Rebellion.
One of the most popular and influential British comic books of all time is to get its first new chapter in more than 40 years.
Created by writer Mike Butterworth and artist Don Lawrence, and running for almost two decades in the pages of Ranger and Look and Learn, The Trigan Empire has influenced generations of storytellers, including renowned film-maker Duncan Jones (Moon, Source Code).
Drawing heavily on ancient history and mythology, the series detailed the long-past events of an empire on the distant planet of Elekton. But it was Lawrence’s stunning painted artwork that made the series a groundbreaking hit, changing the face of the comic book medium and immersing readers in new worlds of imagination.
And now, for the first time since 1982 – the Trigan Empire rises once again!
From the award-winning creative team of writer Michael Carroll (Judge Dredd, Dreadnoughts) and artist Tom Foster (Judge Dredd), New Adventures from the Trigan Empire pick up the torch to continue the classic, comics story originally told by Butterworth and Lawrence.
This brand new original graphic novel will be published on 18 November in a luxurious hardcover edition, with a special numbered webshop edition available exclusively from the 2000 AD and Treasury of British webshops.
While the original series detailed the rise of the mighty Trigan Empire, this new graphic novel depicts its fall. Decades have passed since the empire reached its zenith and an ageing Emperor Trigo has started to think about who his successor may be. His right-hand man and nephew, Janno, is perceived as the natural successor - but Trigo's abandoned son, Nikko, has long harboured a grudge against his father and now, having built his own Empire whilst in exile, he's in perfect position to take revenge on his family and seize the Empire he believes is rightfully his...
Will the Trigan Empire rise... or fall? Don't miss the beginning of an incredible new saga!
Writer Michael Carroll said: “The idea of continuing such an iconic, well-loved comic strip was a tad absolutely terrifying at first, but it’s a story I’ve adored since I first encountered it in Look and Learn back in the early 1970s, so there was no way I could or would turn down the opportunity and the honour… Thrilling tales of heroic swordsmen in jet-fighters battling slavering monsters and devious aliens, all gloriously rendered by some of the finest comic artists in the business. Who wouldn’t want to work on that? This is both right up my alley and very well established in my wheelhouse!
“The Rise and Fall of the Trigan Empire ran for sixteen years. It opens with the founding of Trigan City, and the forging of the Empire, and it really is wonderfully inventive stuff, with dozens of exhilarating stories told over hundreds of pages… But where do we go from there? How do we pick up the reins on a story that’s been on hiatus for four decades – especially one that might feel a little old-fashioned to some present-day readers – while still staying true to its legacy? Luckily, we have the phenomenal Tom Foster on board providing some career-best artwork, and as for the story… well, sadly, my spoilerphobia prevents me from giving away any plot details. But, you know, we never did get to see the fall that was promised in the original title…”
Artist Tom Foster said: “To be the artist tasked with reprising The Trigan Empire is equally intimidating. It's a beloved title with a history of excellent art from some of the era's best UK comics artists. Luckily, Michael's script is so much fun to work on that, for all the pressure to do a good job, it's a pleasure to go to work every day. It's also my first fully-painted book, so that's a nice change (although it also comes with its share of distinct challenges). For those Trigan Empire fans who are eager to see how it's going to look, we have that much in common as I'm only about a third of the way through painting it. As Michael says, we never quite got 'round to seeing the titular 'fall' of the empire, but, by November, we might at least have some idea of if I'm personally responsible.”
Originally titled ‘The Rise and Fall of The Trigan Empire’, the series debuted in the first issue of children’s educational title Ranger in September 1965 and then in Look and Learn from June 1966, when the two titles merged. Unusually for the time, the strip was printed in full-colour, Lawrence’s lush and detailed painting accentuating the epic nature of Butterworth’s scripts, which drew heavily on the history and imagery of the ancient Greek and Roman civilisations, while also evoking the pulp serials of Flash Gordon and Garth, to create a rich and enthralling universe of stories. The series ran in Look and Learn until its closure in April 1982.
Since 2020, collected editions of the classic The Rise and Fall of The Trigan Empire have been a major sales hit for Rebellion, which now cares for the largest archive of English language comic books in the world. Measuring 20.96cm by 27.62cm, these editions present Lawrence’s artwork as it was meant to be seen and introduced its thrilling and entrancing storytelling to a whole new audience.
