Dynamite Entertainment has revealed that a Herculoids series is in development. Written by Tom Sniegoski with art by Craig Rousseau. Scheduled to debut in February 2025, the creators will invite fans to join the Herculoids in their adventures as they protect the home. Plus, they’ll learn even bigger secrets about their planet.
“I can honestly say that having the opportunity to write the Herculoid series for Dynamite was one of the highlights of my comics career,” said writer Tom Sniegoski. “Having the opportunity to get into the minds of these characters was a real challenge, but also incredibly fun. Who wouldn’t want to write a giant rock ape?! And just as exciting! It’s about seeing what artist Craig Rousseau does with my script. I think some Herculoid fans will be very happy to see his art.”
Artist Craig Rousseau added: “The Herculoid is one of those dream gigs that doesn’t come true very often, so we couldn’t jump fast enough to say ‘yes!'” Draw Zandor, Tara, Dorno, Igu, Tandro, Zock, Greep, and Group! I’ve grown up with this comic, and I can’t wait to work with one of my favorite creative partners, Tom Sniegoski, to tell you about our upcoming stores. ”
Check out covers by Francesco Mattina, Dan Panosian, Bjorn Barends, Joseph Michael Linsner, and the legendary Mike Mignola below.
The legendary planet Amzot lies at the deepest, darkest edge of space. It is a very rich planet, but those who seek it are routinely met with unfathomable disasters and terrible fates. Anyone who manages to survive to tell this story speaks of the terrifying, imposing guardian monster that protects it. Still, raiders and explorers keep coming, only to encounter the Herculoids again and again.
Author Tom Snegoski has been itching to write about these characters he’s loved since he was a kid. He is known for his fan-favorite contributions to titles such as Buffy the Vampire Slayer, Hellboy, The Bourne, and Star Trek, as well as Dynamite’s own most prolific contributor to the Vampirella mythology. Also known as. He is working on Herculoid alongside Young Hellboy co-creator Craig Rousseau. Craig Rousseau is also beloved for his work on Batman Beyond, Impulse, and The Perhapanauts.
“I can honestly say that having the opportunity to write the Herculoid series for Dynamite was one of the highlights of my comics career,” said writer Tom Sniegoski. “Having the opportunity to get into the minds of these characters was a real challenge, but also incredibly fun. Who wouldn’t want to write a giant rock ape?! And just as exciting! It’s about seeing what artist Craig Rousseau does with my script. I think some Herculoid fans will be very happy to see his art.”
Artist Craig Rousseau added: “The Herculoid is one of those dream gigs that doesn’t come true very often, so we couldn’t jump fast enough to say ‘yes!'” Draw Zandor, Tara, Dorno, Igu, Tandro, Zock, Greep, and Group! I’ve grown up with this comic, and I can’t wait to work with one of my favorite creative partners, Tom Sniegoski, to tell you about our upcoming stores. ”
Through their high-profile new series, Sniegoski and Rousseau will take fans on an adventure with the Herculoids who protect their home, and discover even greater secrets about their planet.
The series will feature coverage from industry superstars including Francesco Mattina, Dan Panosian, Bjorn Barents, Joseph Michael Linsner, and the legendary Mike Mignola (Hellboy).
HERCULOIDS #1 is being solicited in Diamond Comics Distributors’ December 2024 preview catalog, a leading source of merchandise for the comics specialty market, and is scheduled for release in February 2025. Comic fans are encouraged to pre-order a copy of this book at their local bookstore. Comic book retailer.
