IDW Publishing has revealed that you’ll be able to get free comics on next year’s Free Comic Book Day. Two of them are GODZILLA: THE NEW HEROES FCBD 2025 and IDW DARK: FIND YOUR NEW FEAR FCBD 2025. Free Comic Book Day news is heating up, as is Marvel. We announced the lineup yesterday.
Tim Seeley (Grayson, Local Man), Nicola Jijimesiya (Batman & Robin, Batman: Sword of Azrael), Ethan S. Parker & Griffin Sheridan (Kill Your Kill) Darlings”), Godzilla FCBD Comics by Pablo Tunica (TMNT, Heir of the Serpent), Chris Gooch (IN UTERO, Under-Earth), Oliver Ono (GODZILLA: MONSTER ISLAND SUMMER CAMP, GODZILLA: RIVALS), this huge issue offers a preview of IDW’s bold plans for King of the Monsters in 2025. Masu.
“This FCBD issue will introduce readers to new characters, give us a first look at new monsters, and serve as the starting point for a new Godzilla continuation,” said GODZILLA Line Editor Jake Williams. “We set out to create a world for Godzilla that was as interesting as the King of the Monsters itself: humans with superpowers, half-kaiju, a story that spans Earth and space, and Godzilla. A new continuity full of new perspectives, all in the service of one goal: telling a story about Godzilla that could only exist on the pages of a comic book. , weird, and most of all, super cool.”
IDW Dark features BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES: RITE OF SPRING, a sequel to the hit series from Eisner Award-nominated director Patrick Horvath, and 30 DAYS OF NIGHT, a chilling expansion of IDW’s legacy vampire series. : FALLING SUN” will be released for the first time. Co-creator Steve Niles and award-winning author Rodney Barnes. “I’m so excited to see the new 30 DAYS OF NIGHT series come to life, and I can’t think of a better person for this job than Rodney Barnes,” said Niles. “Rodney has been disrupting this series for the past few years, and I think he will bring new blood to this series. I can’t wait for Free Comic Book Day for fans to check it out!” Rodney added, “We are thrilled to be working with Steve, IDW, and the characters from the legendary world of 30 DAYS OF NIGHT! We have an incredible storyline that takes the story in some surprising directions. We think this book is a great addition to IDW’s Free Comic Book Day, so we hope you enjoy it. I look forward to hearing your thoughts.”
“I am excited to be a part of IDW DARK,” said Horvath. “Horror has always been my favorite genre, both as a fan and as a creator. I’m glad BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES is now part of a series of publications dedicated to the genre, among so many great books. It’s a great feeling, not only for the success of this book, but also for the incredible support and understanding IDW has given me since day one.”
Los Angeles, CA (November 19, 2024) – IDW Publishing brings spine-chilling horror and giant monsters to comic shops for Free Comic Book Day (FCBD) 2025.
To celebrate the annual industry event that brings both new and longtime fans to comic shops, IDW Publishing is proudly offering two free comics: GODZILLA: THE NEW HEROES FCBD 2025 and IDW DARK: FIND YOUR NEW FEAR FCBD 2025 will be released.
Readers who pick up an issue of GODZILLA FCBD will have the opportunity to get an exclusive first look at a brand new world that offers a new exploration of what it means to be a Godzilla comic. Tim Seeley (Grayson, Local Man), Nicola Jijimesiya (Batman & Robin, Batman: Sword of Azrael), Ethan S. Parker & Griffin Sheridan (Kill Your Kill) Featuring stories by Pablo Tunica (TMNT, Heir of the Serpent), Chris Gooch (IN UTERO, Under-Earth), Oliver Ono (GODZILLA: MONSTER ISLAND SUMMER CAMP, GODZILLA: RIVALS), this huge issue offers a preview of IDW’s bold plans for King of the Monsters in 2025. Masu.
“This FCBD issue will introduce readers to new characters, give us a first look at new monsters, and serve as the starting point for a new Godzilla continuation,” said GODZILLA Line Editor Jake Williams. “We set out to create a world for Godzilla that was as interesting as the King of the Monsters itself: humans with superpowers, half-kaiju, a story that spans Earth and space, and Godzilla. A new continuity full of new perspectives, all in the service of one goal: telling a Godzilla story that could only exist on the pages of a comic book. , weird, and most of all, super cool.”
IDW DARK, a horror production announced during New York Comic Con, will give nightmares to readers of all types. From new stories in the world of acclaimed horror movies and shows to terrifyingly bold original stories, IDW DARK: FIND YOUR NEW FEAR FCBD 2025, the sequel to Under the Tree You’ve Never Seen: The Rite of Spring Here’s a terrifying first look at BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES: RITE OF SPRING. Patrick Horvath’s Eisner Award-nominated hit series – and IDW’s chilling take on 30 DAYS OF NIGHT: FALLING SUN, the legacy vampire series from co-creator Steve Niles and award-winning author Rodney Barnes. “I’m so excited to see the new 30 DAYS OF NIGHT series come to life, and I can’t think of a better person for this job than Rodney Barnes,” said Niles. “Rodney has been disrupting this series for the past few years, and I think he will bring new blood to this series. I can’t wait for Free Comic Book Day for fans to check it out!” Rodney added, “I’m so excited to be working with Steve, IDW, and the characters from the legendary world of 30 DAYS OF NIGHT!” We have an incredible storyline that takes the story in some surprising directions on top of the established 30 DAYS mythology. I think this book is a great addition to IDW’s Free Comic Book Day, and I’m looking forward to hearing what fans think. ”
“I am excited to be a part of IDW DARK,” said Horvath. “Horror has always been my favorite genre, both as a fan and as a creator. I’m glad BENEATH THE TREES WHERE NOBODY SEES is now part of a series of publications dedicated to the genre, among so many great books. It’s a great feeling, not only for the success of this book, but also for the incredible support and understanding IDW has given me since day one.”
IDW DARK: FIND YOUR NEW FEAR will also debut the imprint’s NIGHTCAPS, a series of oversized original one-shots showcasing amazing writers and artists. First up is Sean Peacock’s “BLOOD HONEY” and Gavin Fullerton’s “TUATHA.” “The talent behind this first IDW DARK book is insane, and we are honored to be added to this lineup of extremely talented creators,” Peacock said. “I couldn’t have asked for a better label for my first traditionally published comic, and I’m so excited for readers to step into the world of BLOOD HONEY, a gothic high school romance.” Expect high drama, teenage angst, bloody joints, sword fights, and murderous plots that would make even Hitchcock frown. You’ll laugh, grimace, and laugh at these kids. I would be completely disgusted.”
“I’m really excited that my book TUATHA will be part of the new IDW DARK publication,” said Fullerton. “I feel IDW has always pushed the boundaries when it comes to art and storytelling, and this new creator-focused horror production shows their dedication to that vision. , I think the story of a young girl with a severed head is perfect!”
Celebrate Free Comics Day on Saturday, May 3, 2025. To find a comic shop near you, visit comicshoplocator.com. Don’t forget to set up a pull list during your stay.
