Featuring an Eye-Popping Wraparound Cover by Artist Juan Moore of “Odd Artworks”
The Latest Can’t-Miss Chapter of The Critically Acclaimed Dark Fantasy Epic Begins in February from Oni Press
Celebrated writer Cullen Bunn (The Sixth Gun, Harrow County) and visionary artist Christopher Mitten (Hellboy & the B.P.R.D.) have crafted a sublime story of suspense, horror, and family drama with THE AUTUMN KINGDOM: THROUGH THE BLIGHT, their acclaimed dark fantasy saga which racked up critical accolades and landed on critics’ “best comics of the year” list. In February 2026, these two master storytellers will reunite for THE AUTUMN KINGDOM: THE WRAITHBOUND QUEEN #1 – the first issue of a fantastic and frightening four-issue comic book series that follows two young sisters into the depths of a twilight realm ruled by faeries, monsters, and demons in a desperate quest to rescue their parents from a millennia-old blood sacrifice. The stunning next chapter of THE AUTUMN KINGDOM will hit stores on February 4th from Oni Press, the multiple Eisner and Harvey Award-winning publisher of groundbreaking comics and graphic novels since 1997.
“When I started writing AUTUMN KINGDOM, I knew I had a big, epic story to tell,” said Cullen Bunn. “I also knew that I needed to break it into easy-to-digest chapters. In a lot of ways, it’s like the classic dark sword and sorcery tales of old. You can jump in with WRAITH QUEEN and easily follow and enjoy the story. You’ll know there’s a bigger world to explore, but that only adds fuel to the world-building fire!”
Issue #1 will feature a main cover by Christopher Mitten, a variant cover by Morgan Beem (Swamp Thing: Twin Branches), and a stunning wraparound variant cover by Juan Moore of the Odd Artworks YouTube Channel, whose maximalist, richly detailed style charts the story of The Autumn Kingdom through the first volume to the shocking spectacle of THE WRAITHBOUND QUEEN #1.
“Juan’s signature isometric fantasy illustrations overflow with ghastly ghouls and goblins, weaving rich and surprising details into every piece,” said Oni Press Senior Editor Bess Pallares. “As a fan of the Odd Artworks channel, I knew he’d be the perfect artist to recap Sommer and Winter’s descent into The Autumn Kingdom, with its battles, massive swords, horbdes of monsters, and the dark fairy tale feel of this world—and he did not disappoint! I hope this cover is an exciting journey back through the story for returning readers, and an irresistible teaser for newcomers alike.”
Kidnapped by the fae, sisters Sommer and Winter’s parents have disappeared behind the veiled walls of the Autumn Kingdom—mythical borderlands that their fantasy author father once thought were total fiction. Now, with the human world far behind them, their final conquest—and their father’s freedom—stands before them…behind a legion of goblins, trolls, and corrupted human souls… EVIL DEAD meets LABYRINTH in this dazzlingly rendered horror saga that /FILM calls classic “sword and sorcery” shot through with “scary monsters and mortal peril”!
In the borderlands between imagination and reality, horror and fantasy, the autumn kingdom awaits. THE AUTUMN KINGDOM: THE WRAITHBOUND QUEEN issue #1 will appear in comic shops and nightmares everywhere February 4!
PRAISE FOR AUTUMN KINGDOM
One of the Best Comics of The Year — /FILM
“What happens when two powerhouse genre creators team up for an independent title? You get some magic, that’s what… A compellingly told, wonderful and dark fantasy story perfect for both younger readers and genre fans.” — THE BEAT
“THE AUTUMN KINGDOM has all the hallmarks of a classic fantasy tale, weaving its lore and literature together into an appealing and enchanting spell.”— Jim Zub (Conan the Barbarian, Dungeons & Dragons)
“Your next favorite fantasy series… Distinct and captivating, THE AUTUMN KINGDOM draws your attention to an imaginative fantasy world you won’t want to miss.” — AIPT COMICS
“THE AUTUMN KINGDOM delivers a nostalgic return to youth, when time spent reading felt like time spent in another world. A bleak take on the “Stories Are Real Somewhere” subgenre, Bunn and Mitten weave a tale that should please any dark fantasy fan.” — Lonnie Nadler (The Sickness, Golgotha Motor Mountain)
“Bunn (the Harrow County series) and Mitten (The Alternates) draw readers into an enticing folkloric world in this dark fantasy series….. With plenty of mysteries left to explore, readers will be eager to follow Sommer and Winter further into the shadows in future volumes.” — PUBLISHERS WEEKLY
“If you’re looking for dark fantasy, THE AUTUMN KINGDOM delivers on all fronts, with engaging characters, mysterious magic and perfect pacing. A worthy add to your pull list!” — Amy Chu (Carmilla: The First Vampire)
“Engaging and at times unsettling tale …It is of NO Surprise that Autumn Kingdom made our best of 2024 list.” — GEEK VIBES NATION
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THE AUTUMN KINGDOM: THE WRAITHBOUND QUEEN #1 (of 4)
WRITTEN BY CULLEN BUNN
ART BY CHRISTOPHER MITTEN
COVER A BY CHRISTOPHER MITTEN
COVER B BY MORGAN BEEM
COVER C (WRAPAROUND) BY JUAN MOORE
FULL ART VARIANT (1:20) BY MORGAN BEEM
B&W VARIANT (1:20) BY JUAN MOORE
ON SALE FEBRUARY 4, 2026 | $4.99 | 32 PGS | FC
IOD: 12/27/2025
FOC: 1/12/2026