Blade Runner Tokyo Nexus: To Lose is to Win #1 Preview

 

COVER A: JUNGGEUN YOON

After Mead and Stix fought side by side on Kalanthia, the ex-Marine and combat Replicant set up as private investigators in Japan. But while the soldiers remade their lives, Replicants fled Blade Runners to establish an underground community in Tokyo. An investigation into rumors of a super Replicant assassin, and a missing woman, led Mead and Stix to the Yakuza. Will more drama rock Mead and Stix's partnership? And can Replicants rise from the underground to live peacefully among their Human neighbors? 

Here's all the info from Titan Comics: 

BLADE RUNNER: TOKYO NEXUS: TO LOSE IS TO WIN #1 (OF 4)

Format: Comic book

(W) Nancy A. Collins

(A) Mariano Taibo

Publisher: Titan Comics

FC • 32pp • $4.99

On Sale May 6, 2026

 

BLADE RUNNER IS BACK!

 

Discovering that Mead and Stix are still alive, their old commanding officer, Uldren sets out to kill them before they can reveal his treachery. The data he stole from Tyrell has enabled the Cheshire Corporation to create bootleg Replicants with the same kill signature as Stix. Meanwhile, still dealing with the fallout from the Yakuza civil war Stix and Mead find themselves fighting for survival against Rumika, A Blade Runner sent by Tyrell to destroy Cheshire and all those connected with it.

 

 

 

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COVER B: DANI & BRAD SIMPSON

COVER C: PIOTR KOWALSKI

COVER D: MARIANO TAIBO

COVER F: DANI & BRAD SIMPSON VIRGIN VARIANT

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COVER E: JUNGGEUN YOON FOIL VARIANT

 

 

Thanks to Titan Comics for sharing this preview with us.

 

 

 

 

 

For how Mead and Stix's journey began, see my review of Blade Runner: Tokyo Nexus #1. 

Emperor Aquaman #16 Review

 

Emperor Aquaman #16 Review

Writer: Jeremy Adams

Artist: John Timms

Colorist: Rex Lokus

Letterer: Dave Sharpe

Cover Artists: John Timms, Ariel Diaz, Nathan Szerdy, Crystal Kung & Ariel Colón

Editors: Michael McCalister & Paul Kaminski

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $3.99/$4.99 Card Stock

Release Date: April 8, 2026

 

When Darkseid conquered reality, Arthur Curry descended into the Earth's core to stop him. In the Omega Tournament, there could only be one winner. But after losing in DC K.O., Arthur returned to life, only to be trapped by his mother-in-law and his soul fractured. Yet Arthur has come back stronger than ever.

 

With Superman missing, everyone needs to step up to ensure that no one ever threatens all they hold dear again. So, Arthur Curry isn't waiting for the danger to come to him. Instead, he's seeking it out, whether below the surface, above, or even in space. After freeing Atlantis from the barrier that formerly isolated Mera’s homeland of Xebel, can Arthur’s Justice League Blue safeguard the universe? And how will Arthur demonstrate that he is not just the King of Atlantis, but Emperor Aquaman? Let’s grab our tridents, leap into Emperor Aquaman #16, and see!

 

Story

Lolana Merana Challa ripped Arthur into three pieces: a boy who could not swim, an aging monarch lacking the strength of his youth, and a man weary of a life of constant battles. But when Mera cried out to him through his soul link with his trident, Arthur's love for her empowered his three weaker aspects to unite to save her. He knows his mother-in-law still yearns for revenge against Atlantis for exiling her and her followers to Xebel. Lolana's grand plan to punish Atlantis and rule the Earth is another reminder of why Arthur went down into the Earth to fight in the DC K.O. Tournament.

 

So in Emperor Aquaman #16, Arthur expands his team. Just as the Justice League did after Amanda Waller nearly destroyed them, Arthur wants people around him who embrace his vision. He may not be able to rely on Jackson Hyde to rescue him from meetings with squabbling nobles. But Jackson works with Arion to support Arthur's new lighthouse. And just as Lori Lemaris saw the error of her ways, Arthur hopes he can trust his new allies. But then, Arthur has been living on hope for a long time: searching the oceans for his missing kingdom and then fighting in the Omega Tournament to defeat a seemingly overwhelming villain.

 

Arthur has restored Atlantis. He has rallied his people around a cause. In Jeremy Adams’ story, Arthur builds the foundations for his new empire. To ensure that he can trust his new allies, he undertakes a mission with them. Yet seeds of doubt are already germinating in his fledgling kingdom. And Arthur knows it. He shares their fears that he is overreaching. So, as Arthur attempts to strengthen his country by forging interstellar alliances, he hopes that those seeds of doubt won't blossom into more rebels like Lolana and her followers in Emperor Aquaman #16.

 

Art

Corinthian pillars surround Arthur in the lighthouse spire as he beholds Mera amid a hovering orb of water. As they gaze through the pillars and arches upon the land that Lolanna raised to the surface, King Shark enters the circular outdoor room. He looms over Arthur, gazing down at him. Then King Shark kneels before him and studies the tiles beneath his feet. John Timms surrounds Arthur with majestic architecture as he tours his new lighthouse with Mera and Zan, before traveling to a realm of ethereal beauty.

 

The ivy climbing the fluted columns links with Arthur's pants and Mera's dress, while the gold stone links with their belts and Mera's tiara. King Shark may seem like an outsider. Yet his blue pants link with Zan's Wonder Twin uniform. Arion has also trimmed his beard and adopted a blue uniform, as these outsiders ally themselves with the Avatar of the Blue. Rex Lokus lavishes a palette of rich colors on Emperor Aquaman #16 as Arthur undertakes his first away mission after reclaiming Atlantis. Yet he cannot help but think of Mera, as the people he meets echo her radiant red hair.

 

Dave Sharpe places black uppercase letters in white dialogue balloons and Arthur’s thoughts in yellow narrative boxes with green borders. The letters grow bold for intonation, swell for raised voices, and shrink for lowered voices. King Shark’s bold words occupy balloons and boxes as gray as his skin, reminding Arthur of his new teammate’s past. Blue dialogue suggests a shared affinity for the Blue. Yet as sound effects rock the lighthouse spire and Arion’s laboratory, they also mark a difficult journey and trouble in paradise. Thanks to DC Comics for sharing this story with us.

 

Final Thoughts

Lolanna took his home away from him. Arthur fought and died in the Omega Tournament to protect the universe, only to realize that Darkseid still threatens all he holds dear. So when Arthur reclaims his kingdom, he’ll do whatever it takes to protect it and prevent Darkseid from attempting to conquer the universe again in Emperor Aquaman #16.

 

Rating 9.8/10

 

To look inside, see my preview of Emperor Aquaman #16.  

 

For what happened last time, see my preview of Emperor Aquaman #15. 

 

For Arthur Curry and King Shark's visions of the future, see my preview of Justice League Unlimited #17. 

New Rancid-Inspired Graphic Novel

 

Last year, Z2 brought Dan Ackroyd to San Diego Comic-Con to discuss the graphic novel sequel to The Blues Brothers. But Z2 does a lot more than sequels to classic movies. The company also publishes graphic novels based on your favorite music groups. What's coming your way next? And how will it rock your world?

Here's all the info from Z2: 

 

RANCID-INSPIRED GRAPHIC NOVEL

…AND OUT COMES THE WOLF

AVAILABLE NOW FOR PRE-ORDER

WRITTEN, DIRECTED AND PRODUCED BY DANNY PEYKOFF

WITH JAMIE & JASON NEESE (THE UMBRELLA ACADEMY)

ADAPTED FOR COMICS & ILLUSTRATED BY KEVIN MELLON (ARCHER)

 

Big Newport Studios and Z2 are proudly announcing a companion graphic novel to the RANCID-inspired, …AND OUT COMES THE WOLF. Artist and writer Kevin Mellon will adapt the graphic novel from the feature script by Danny Peykoff and the Neese Brothers, bringing new layers to the powerful story about fighting for survival in the East Bay punk scene during the 90s. The book series will come in several variant covers including the brand-new Z2 exclusive cover (pictured above) by Dan Mumford (Iron Maiden, AC/DC, Metallica).

Also announced are the Deluxe editions of …AND OUT COMES THE WOLF; presented in a 12” x 12” album-sized format with slipcover art and an official flash sheet tattoo by legend Beatleguese; an “Anarchy” ski-cap inspired by the film’s main character Brixton and four (4) art prints featuring work by Travis Knight, Dan Mumford, and Felipe Sobreiro.

 

 

 

It was also announced today that the writers and producers of the …AND OUT COMES THE WOLF film will be in attendance at the Z2 Booth at the 2026 San Diego Comic Con International, which takes place July 23-27th, 2026 at the San Diego Convention Center.   Both the film and graphic novel are rooted in a gritty story of dreams colliding with the limitations of reality in a world of violence and desperation. Surrounded by poverty, drugs, and danger, two best friends hunt for an escape in a city blighted with decay. But the paths are littered with predators and temptations which threaten them at every turn and the unspoken question haunts them: Who manages to get away and who will be devoured when the wolf comes out?   “I’m so excited to see the boundaries of this universe we created together expand into a whole other arena with our partnership with Z2 to bring …And Out Comes the Wolf alive in a new way.” says co-creator Jason Neese. His twin-brother and longtime collaborative partner Jamie Neese added “Growing up comics were my entry point into my eventual obsession with cinema. So to now have the opportunity to watch Z2 take our film and metamorphose it into a graphic novel is beyond exciting. This book and the movie are for the fans who love the shit out of Punk. Ska. Rock.  And music that maybe the world doesn’t always understand—but can feel in their bones."   The 100 page graphic novel will be released in a slipcased Deluxe Edition, with four art prints, an “Brixton Anarchy” ski-cap and an exclusive WOLF set of temporary tattoo flash. All editions will be available exclusively at Z2’s website HERE to pre-order today, while a standard-sized cover edition will be available via Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Target, Walmart, as well as other independent retailers and fine comic shops worldwide in the fall.   Z2 President, Josh Bernstein shares “Partnering with Big Newport to build a full graphic-novel universe from …And Out Comes the Wolf is a genuine honor. With Danny Peykoff and the Neese Brothers driving this vision with Kevin Mellon, we’re positioned to create something both culturally sharp and commercially explosive. And at the heart of it all is one of the greatest punk albums ever made by Rancid—a record that defined a generation and now inspires an entirely new storytelling frontier on the screen and on the printed page!”   For more information on the book and to preorder your copy, visit: https://z2comics.com/aoctw

About DANNY PEYKOFF / BIG NEWPORT STUDIOS Danny Peykoff is a multi-hyphenate filmmaker—producer, director, and writer—and the founder of Big Newport Studios. He is set to make his directorial debut with …And Out Comes the Wolf, a gritty period drama inspired by Rancid’s seminal …And Out Come the Wolves album. Peykoff co-wrote and produced …And Out Comes the Wolf with Jason and Jamie Neese. His work reflects a bold, independent spirit, combining musical, cultural, and historical elements to tell character-driven stories with heart and resonance.   About THE NEESE TWINS The Neese Twins are award-winning filmmakers from North Carolina and graduates of the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. They currently serve as Co-Executive Producers on the Emmy-nominated Netflix hit The Umbrella Academy, and previously held Supervising Producer roles on Cruel Summer, UnReal, and Dear White People. Their expanding slate includes projects with major talent and studios: they are developing the TV drama The Devil Is All Around Us with Jason Momoa and On the Roam; wrote and produced their first feature, … And Out Comes the Wolf starring Giancarlo Esposito and Ryan Hurst; and recently set up Secret Runners of New York at Nathan Fillion’s Collision 33. In 2026, the twins will direct the thriller feature Killbox in Ireland. They also wrote and directed the upcoming YA sci-fi podcast The Hard Drive for Voyage Media featuring Priah Ferguson of Stranger Things, and are in development with Rainn Wilson and Kas Kas on a television show called Black Star Canyon. The twins have collaborated with Sharon Stone, Emma Roberts, and Malin Åkerman. The Neeses were nominated for a VES Award for their VFX work on Horizon: Chapter 1, and earned a Clio Award for their national “Kids Help Line” campaign.   About KEVIN MELLON Kevin Mellon is a writer, artist, director, and musician based in Kansas City. He directed Hit-Monkey Season 2 for Marvel/Hulu, following his role as Art Director on Season 1. An Emmy Award–winning storyboard artist, Kevin spent ten seasons storyboarding / storyboard directing Archer for Floyd County Productions/FXX, and also served as storyboard director and artist on Dicktown (FXX), as well as America: The Motion Picture (Netflix). His additional TV credits include The Vampire Diaries (Seasons 6–8), Black Lightning, Legacies, Dynasty (CW), and Bigger (BET). A graduate of The Kubert School, Kevin has co-created numerous comic book series and graphic novels for a wide range of publishers, and is currently developing new volumes of his creator-owned series Suicide Sisters. He is also an active musician, releasing new work across all major platforms. www.kevinmellon.com   About Z2 Recently dubbed the “Hottest brand in music” by Forbes, Z2 has quickly become the premier destination for authentic graphic novels and collectibles, created in partnership with top-tier artists, musicians, and pop-culture icons. Distributed globally via Simon & Schuster, multiple Eisner and Ringo-nominated Z2 has produced 75+ unique graphic novel properties, collaborating with Iron Maiden, Gorillaz, Blondie, Elvis Presley, “Weird Al'' Yankovic, Vans Warped Tour, Marc Maron, Pantera, Tori Amos, Last Podcast On The Left, Type O Negative, Emily Hampshire, Balmain Paris, Joan Jett & The Blackhearts, Jason Derulo, The Grateful Dead, Machine Gun Kelly, Sublime, Beethoven, RZA, Mötley Crüe, Vince Staples, Cheech & Chong, The Doors, Anthrax, Public Enemy, Ronnie James Dio, King Diamond, All Time Low, Ivan Moody, Yungblud, Cypress Hill, Babymetal, Major Lazer, RZA, Alter Bridge, Sturgill Simpson, Poppy, John Lee Hooker, and Charlie “Bird” Parker. For more information visit Z2comics.com, and follow on Instagram and Twitter.     Thanks to Z2 and the Syndicate for sharing this announcement with us.

DC All In Special #1 Preview

 

Amanda Waller had done her best to crush them. But after Earth's superhero community came out the winners, the leaders of the Justice League decided to do things a little differently than before. Can they unite all of Earth's heroes in one great force for good? And what does Booster Gold think of Guy Gardner?

DC Comics recently pushed a third printing of the DC All In Special #1. So if you missed it when it first came out, you should be able to pick up a copy at your local comic shop. The story is still relevant, as it relates to the reasons for DC K.O., the birth of the Absolute Universe, and DC's plans for the future. Here's all the info: 

DC All In Special #1

Writers: Joshua Williamson & Scott Snyder

Artists: Daniel Sampere & Wes Craig

Cover Artist: Daniel Sampere, Wes Craig, Rafa Sandoval & John Giang

Price: $4.99/$5.99 Card Stock/$7.99 Foil

Issue Length: 64 Pages

Release Date: October 2, 2024

 

The All In initiative begins here, with a single-issue mega-event on the scale of the classic DC Universe Rebirth…presented as a startling, symmetrical flipbook!

 

Following the events in DC’s blockbuster storyline Absolute Power, the heroes of the core DC Universe have fought against the deep divisions in the world around them to usher in a new era of unity. And it’s just in time, too—because Darkseid has returned. Superman must gather every hero on Earth to hold the line against a very different version of the Lord of Apokolips, as they raise our cosmic defenses and prepare for war…and when the first blows land, the shock waves will ripple into every series in the DCU and shake the nature of their reality to its core!

 

But little do they know…the greater threat is still to come. For there is another Earth: the Absolute Universe. Here, DC’s biggest icons are coming of age with fewer advantages and facing greater opposition than ever before…while miraculously retaining the immutable heroism that has inspired fans for decades. But can they really protect the light that shines inside them when the world in which they live is hurtling toward a terrible destiny?

 

The next epic chapter of DC History begins here…don’t miss it!

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Thanks to DC Comics for sharing this preview with us.

 

For more on DC All In, see Joshua Williamson on DC All In and Next Level Comics. 

Supergirl #12 Review

 

Supergirl #12 Review

Writer & Artist: Sophie Campbell

Colorist: Tamra Bonvillain

Letterer: Becca Carey

Cover Artists: Sophie Campbell; Nick Dragotta & Frank Martin; Pablo Villalobos; Joshua “Sway” Swaby

Things To Come Variant Cover Artist: Amy Reeder

April Drools Variant Cover Artist: Marguerite Sauvage

Editors: Jillian Grant & Brittany Holzherr

Publisher: DC Comics

Price: $3.99/$4.99 Card Stock

Release Date: April 8, 2026

 

Lesla-Lar wanted a better life. But when Kara Zor-El discovered that Lesla had stolen her life as Linda Danvers in Midvale, and her identity as Supergirl, she helped the Kryptonian girl see the error of her ways. Despite the Kandorian Science Council's desire to punish Lesla, Kara decided to mentor her.

 

Sadly, the Science Council didn't tell Kara about a genetic anomaly that afflicts their people when they venture outside their miniature city. It struck Lesla at the worst possible time, when she and Supergirl had hit an impasse in their relationship. Lesla had to return to the city where she felt like a prisoner. And when Lesla was hurting, someone preyed on her anger.

 

Can Supergirl help Lesla-Lar repair the damage she has done to her city, and the harm she has inflicted on her people? And back in Midvale, can Conner Kent and Lena Luthor do anything to help? Let’s leap into Supergirl #12 and see!

 

Story

When Kara Zor-El enters Kandor, she battles two villains. While Rust is by far the largest, both Rust and Cut remind her of Lesla-Lar’s super-substance. Supergirl hopes Lesla didn’t mutate her fellow Kryptonians into these villains with her programmable matter. But then Lesla pulls the Yellow Ring of Nor-Kann off Kara’s finger, robbing her of her superpowers, as Lesla’s cousin Zora Vi-Lar attacks her.

 

In Supergirl #12, Kara awakens on an operating table in the Science Council’s Emergency Bunker. Dr Kim-Da explains that he had to operate on Kara to save her life. But his bionic and cybernetic augmentations transform her appearance and Kara’s sense of identity.

 

While rich in drama and action, Sophie Campbell’s story feels like a horror story. Not only has Kara Zor-El lost everything that defines her, but Kandor, this last remnant of her dead world, is coming apart at the seams. The Science Council’s refusal to engage with and empower the younger generation drove Lesla-Lar outside. They kept the genetic anomaly that prevents young Kryptonians from surviving outside the bottle city secret, which forced Lesla to return to Kandor. And given their desire to preserve their culture, the Science Council didn’t prioritize finding a cure.

 

The Science Council’s heavy-handed approach has fostered hatred of them among the youth. Even Lesla’s parents, Lan-Lar and Lora-Lar, would have imprisoned her for escaping Kandor if Kara hadn’t agreed to mentor their daughter. Now, the Council has turned Kara into a cyborg, augmenting her body with technology that they can control. But while the Council thinks they hold all the cards, Zora Vi-Lar has Kara's Yellow Ring of Nor-Kann, which changes the balance of power in Supergirl #12.

 

Art

While Conner relaxes with snacks while watching a Titan on the TV, Lena paces and fumes. When they reach the Fortress of Solitude, they study a malformed creature overtaking Kandor, while Lena’s hair turns and twists like Lesla-Lar’s super-substance. Inside the bottle city, Dr Kim-Da holds a datapad as Kara beholds her cyborg enhancements. Cuts extend above and below an eyepiece, while staples bind incisions in Kara’s shaved scalp. Sophie Campbell uses a split-face panel to portray Kara Zor-El and Bry-Zan’s similarities and differences, while the only one who smiles is Kim-Da.

 

As Tamra Bonvillain adorns Supergirl #12 with bright, appealing colors, a yellow eight-pointed star surrounding a beige circle symbolizes Dr Kim-Da’s solution to the problems facing Kandor. White borders separate rectangular panels as Connor Kent and Lena Luthor discuss Kara's disappearance. Black lines separate panels as Supergirl awakens on a pink operating table surrounded by pink monitors. The black lines grow increasingly diagonal, as Kara's situation grows increasingly traumatic. By the time people approach adorned in pink and blue, and wearing a black symbol, diagonal borders rule the day. Yet despite Zora Vi-Lar's assertion about Kara's loyalties, a pink shadow falls upon Supergirl when she takes a stand.

 

Becca Carey fills white dialogue balloons with black uppercase letters that grow bold for intonation and swell for raised voices. Kara's thoughts fill white clouds, while Dr Kim-Da states the Science Council's solution using the same green and yellow as their headbands. Sound effects enhance a battle for revenge, the future of Kandor, and a result that Kara Zor-El can live with. Thanks to DC Comics for sharing this story with us.

 

Final Thoughts

Conner Kent’s warning brought Kara Zor-El to Kandor. Lena Luthor feels responsible for damaging Kara’s relationship with Lesla-Lar. When Kara fails to return to Midvale, the two contemplate venturing into Kandor, not knowing if they can escape the Kryptonian bottle city in Supergirl #12.

 

Rating 9.8/10

 

To look inside, see my preview of Supergirl #12.

 

For what happened last time, see my preview of Supergirl #11. 

Ancestral Recall TP Preview

 

Melvin Waring fears leaving his studio. Besides, why should he? He's a visionary artist who inspires people all over the world. But his wife can't go. His beloved "Junebug" is bedridden. She needs him to overcome his inclinations, and his fears, and venture outside.

When June hands him her prescription, she assures him that there will be no complications. She has even called ahead to let the Pharmacy know he is coming. Why should Melvin fret about leaving home? And does he have anything to worry about? 

Here's all the info from Ahoy Comics:

 

ANCESTRAL RECALL TP

Writer: Jordan Clark 

Artist: Atagun İlhan

Cover Artist: Khary Randolph

Publisher: Ahoy Comics

Price: $17.99 / $24.99 CAN

Release Date: April 15, 2026 

 

 

An Eccentric Painter Taps into the Literal Power of Black History in

ANCESTRAL RECALL, A Historical Sci-Fi Graphic Novel From Writer Jordan Clark,

Artist Atagun İlhan, and Publisher AHOY Comics

A New Graphic Novel That’s Everything Everywhere All At Once meets Don Quixote

This April, acclaimed Syracuse-based comic book publisher AHOY Comics will publish the trade paperback collection of ANCESTRAL RECALL, a culturally rich, stunningly drawn historical science fiction graphic novel from writer Jordan Clark (Aquaman, Star Wars Adventures) and artist Atagun İlhan (Poison Ivy, Milestone Universe: The Shadow Cabinet) about an eccentric abstract painter who taps into the literal power of Black History to solve a series of supernatural disappearances with the help of his wife and preteen neighbor. The gripping new saga from the two Milestone Initiative members uses science fiction and comedy to explore the importance of Black history, the connections between the past and present, and learning to push through difficult life changes. The trade paperback will feature a cover by artist Khary Randolph and be published on April 15, 2026.

Melvin Warring is a famed abstract painter, known for some groundbreaking work in the late 80s, who now lives a reclusive life in East Oakland with his wife and business manager June. One day as he’s picking up June’s prescription after her hip surgery a force suddenly overcomes Melvin, displacing him from time itself. Meanwhile Myran Kang, Melvin and June’s preteen nextdoor neighbor, has noticed a string of disappearances: a few unhoused people who normally set up in the park, some people at her grandmother's nursing home, a few of the bus drivers on her normal route... She has a feeling it’s more than a coincidence but can’t get anyone to listen to her — until June disappears too. As Melvin and Myran dig deeper into the mystery, Melvin finds he’s literally able to tap into the power of Black history when under duress and access the knowledge and abilities of Black people throughout time — everyone from writers and musicians to sword fighters and acrobats, transforming Black history into an actual super power. Will it be enough for Melvin and Myran to discover and disrupt the plans of the mysterious organization disappearing people and find a way to bring them back?

AHOY Comics is a Syracuse-based publisher dedicated to satirizing horror, space opera, social satire, sword & sorcery, and superhero stories with critically acclaimed titles like THE TOXIC AVENGER by Matt Bors and Fred Harper, BABS by Garth Ennis and Jacen Burrows, SECOND COMING by Mark Russell and Richard Pace, and many more.

Here’s what folks are saying about ANCESTRAL RECALL:

“Come for the propulsive adventure and masterfully expressive art; stay for the miracle that is Clark’s ingenious conceit for exploring and reframing diasporic history.”

—Ezra Claytan Daniels, UPGRADE SOUL

“ANCESTRAL RECALL combines Black History with Everything Everywhere All at Once.”

—IGN

“Right out of the gate, I loved ANCESTRAL RECALL! Here's a team with a certified fresh idea that knows how to get every single ounce of it. It's SINNERS meets QUANTUM LEAP, as a struggling artist's quest to solve his wife's disappearance careens into a cross-time war to preserve his culture! He might be fighting in the present, but Melvin Waring has the skills of every ancestor on his side—and he's not stopping until his family's whole again!”—Steve Orlando

“[A] time-hopping, existential exploration of art, identity, technology, and the arc of the Black experience… The art is packed with joy and kinetic might but also so much more nuance and texture… A magical deep dive into the center of life itself.”

—AIPT

“Steeped in mystery and wonder, Jordan Clark's ANCESTRAL RECALL, takes us on an action-packed adventure you never want to end!”

—Che Grayson (Exquisite Corpses, Dark Spaces: Good Deeds. 

“Black history is infused on the pages… Beautifully illustrated by Atagun İlhan… This is a premise that sings as it celebrates Black history… Smartly written with beautiful art and some inspired paneling.”

—COMICS BEAT

“Jordan Clark is doing the thing. He quickly pulls the reader in through the mundane that becomes a maniacal mystery in minutes, which went by almost too fast, because by the last page—I needed more! Buy ANCESTRAL RECALL now.”—Kwanza Osajyefo, author and creator of BLACK

“Quite the meal for comics fans. It's a unique fusion of supernatural adventure and historical celebration that reminds me of why the comic medium is so essential and how we can utilize it to remember our past while envisioning a boundless future.”

—Stephanie Williams (NUBIA AND THE AMAZONS)

“Brilliant… ANCESTRAL RECALL is a fun, inventive story that cleverly combines a lot of disparate elements into a smooth piece of work.”

—BLACK NERD PROBLEMS

"ANCESTRAL RECALL is beautifully deceptive. It's thought provoking while always being fun. It's heavy while also feeling dreamlike. It's smart while staying so damn cool. This is one of those books that will stick with you in all the best ways."

—Matthew Rosenberg (DC VS. VAMPIRES / WE'RE TAKING EVERYONE DOWN WITH US)

 

  

 Now, let's take a look inside:

 

 

 

For more updates on AHOY Comics, visit them on X, Bluesky, Facebook and Instagram. 

 

Thanks to Ahoy Comics and Superfan Promotions for sharing this preview with us.