Image Comics Celebrates Iconic Anniversaries with Highly Collectible Facsimile Editions
Image Comics is set to honor the monumental anniversaries of several of its most beloved series and celebrate upcoming Hollywood adaptations with the release of special Image Comics Facsimile Editions next month. This exciting launch offers a fantastic opportunity for both new readers and longtime fans to experience the debuts of these classic titles. For those who have followed these series for years, it’s a chance to own a perfect replication of the original first printing. Furthermore, each facsimile will also be available with a special foil variant and a blank sketch cover, making them instant collector’s items. We at Comic Book Addicts are thrilled to see these incredible stories get this well-deserved treatment.
This new line of facsimile editions shines a spotlight on some of the most critically acclaimed and fan-favorite comics ever produced. The impressive lineup includes titles celebrating significant milestones and others on the verge of reaching a massive new audience through film and television. It’s a testament to the enduring power and influence of the stories that Image Comics has been delivering for decades. These releases are more than just reprints; they are a celebration of creativity, vision, and the lasting impact these comics have had on the industry and pop culture.
A New Look at Legendary Image Comics Facsimile Editions
The upcoming Image Comics Facsimile Editions celebrate a wide range of stories, showcasing the diversity and creative power of the publisher. Fans can look forward to revisiting the very first issues of these iconic series.
- Astro City by Kurt Busiek, Brent Anderson, and Alex Ross: This seminal series is celebrating its 30th anniversary. The facsimile edition of Astro City #1 reprints the classic “In Dreams” storyline, reintroducing readers to the Samaritan and the bustling, hero-filled metropolis he protects.
- Witchblade by Michael Turner, Marc Silvestri, David Wohl, and Brian Haberlin: Also celebrating its 30th anniversary, this facsimile reprints the issue that started it all. Follow police officer Sara Pezzini as she first encounters the mystical Witchblade gauntlet, a discovery that changes her life forever.
- Fell by Warren Ellis and Ben Templesmith: Marking its 20th anniversary, this neo-noir classic returns with its first issue. Detective Richard Fell is exiled to Snowtown, a bizarre and corrupt district where everyone is hiding something.
- Godland by Joe Casey and Tom Scioli: This cosmic epic also celebrates its 20th anniversary. Witness the origin of Adam Archer, Earth’s star-powered champion, as he confronts mind-bending aliens and surreal super-villains in a grand, Kirby-esque adventure.
- Hunter Killer by Mark Waid and Marc Silvestri: Another 20th-anniversary celebration, this series from Top Cow Productions introduces a secret government branch of superpowered operatives who police the world’s hidden heroes and villains.
In addition to these incredible anniversaries, Image Comics is also highlighting series that have reached their 10-year mark, a significant achievement in the world of independent comics. These titles have captivated readers for a decade and continue to be influential.
- Descender by Jeff Lemire and Dustin Nguyen: This beloved science fiction odyssey celebrates its 10th anniversary. In a universe where all androids are outlawed, one young robot, TIM-21, fights for survival in a sprawling and heartfelt space opera.
- I Hate Fairyland by Skottie Young: Get ready for a blood-soaked, darkly comedic adventure with the 10th-anniversary facsimile of this hit series. Follow Gert, a woman trapped in a magical world for thirty years, as she violently tries to find her way home.
- Monstress by Marjorie Liu and Sana Takeda: This dark fantasy epic also celebrates its 10th anniversary. A young woman named Maika struggles to control her psychic link to a powerful monster amidst a devastating war, a must-read for fans of detailed world-building and stunning art. You can find more information about these new comics and others at our website.
- Paper Girls by Brian K. Vaughan and Cliff Chiang: The 10th-anniversary facsimile of this mega-hit revisits the story of four 12-year-old newspaper delivery girls who stumble upon the most important story of all time on Halloween night in 1988.
- Tokyo Ghost by Rick Remender and Sean Murphy: Celebrating its 10th anniversary, this series plunges readers into a dystopian 2089 Los Angeles where humanity is addicted to technology. Constables Led Dent and Debbie Decay are tasked with a mission that takes them to the last tech-free nation on Earth.
Finally, Image is celebrating the leap from page to screen with facsimile editions for titles with major Hollywood adaptations.
- The Old Guard by Greg Rucka and Leandro Fernandez: With a sequel to its hit Netflix film on the horizon, this facsimile edition reintroduces the story of immortal soldiers led by Andromache of Scythia, who have fought through the ages.
- Revival by Tim Seeley and Mike Norton: In anticipation of its upcoming SYFY channel adaptation, this “farm noir” series returns with its first issue. In a small Wisconsin town, the dead have come back to life, and it’s up to Officer Dana Cypress to solve a brutal murder where everyone, living or undead, is a suspect.
These facsimile editions are a fantastic way for fans to celebrate their favorite series and for new readers to jump on board. You can find many great comic book covers and more at The Comic Book Addicts. The full list of these special editions, including their foil and blank sketch cover variants, will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, July 2nd.
This is an exciting time for comic book collectors and enthusiasts. These releases not only pay homage to the incredible talent behind these stories but also ensure that these modern classics continue to find a new audience for years to come.What do you think of this incredible lineup of facsimile editions from Image Comics? Head over to our Twitter page and let us know which ones you are most excited to pick up!
