Godzilla He has encountered numerous obstacles throughout his 70-year life. He has traversed multiple dimensions, facing off against superheroes from various worlds. Marvel Comics and DC Comics . However, Toho and IDW Publishing are joining forces to develop a new cosmos focused on the Monarch of Titans.
This Kai-Sei Era will set up a fresh standard and produce the first monthly Godzilla comic in ten years. This plan will kick off with three new monthly titles along with an updated look for the iconic monster. The redesign, crafted by artist Nikola Čižmešija , can be seen below.
The Kai-Sei Era will formally commence with a Free Comic Book Day Special; "Godzilla: The New Heroes." Set to debut on May 3rd, this 10-page sneak peek will provide the initial visually-rich glimpse into the trio of novels that set up the fresh backdrop. Each series showcases a distinct genre alongside a novel perspective on the iconic King of the Monsters.
Godzilla #1 is a traditional kaiju story with an unexpected turn of events.
The initial new series, titled Godzilla, is scheduled for release in July 2025. Tim Seeley , featuring artwork by Nikola Čižmešija, this series stands as the most conventional among the trio initiating the Kai-Sei era. The story unfolds in contemporary times yet follows a distinct timeline separate from both the original Godzilla films and others. Monsterverse It will similarly revamp the traditional notion of G-Force, the global entity tasked with protecting our planet against colossal beasts.
In the revised chronology, an enigmatic energy known as Kai-Sei revives Godzilla along with various other formidable creatures in 1954. When the narrative begins, G-Force uncovers a young individual endowed with the ability to control Godzilla. This could provide them with the crucial advantage needed to eliminate all the other monsters. On the flip side, this same youth might precipitate the ultimate downfall of humankind.
Godzilla: Break Free from the Apocalypse is set in a post-apocalyptic world.
The second series, Godzilla: Escape the Deadzone This story takes place in a near-future setting within this universe. It will be penned by Eisner Award nominees. Ethan Parker and Griffin Sheridan and feature art by Pablo Tunica The series will notably introduce the first half-human, half-kaiju hybrid character ever featured in the franchise.
Reading akin to a mix of Fallout and X-Men This series will delve into the eponymous Deadzone. As the quest for solutions unfolds, it will uncover the mysteries of the newfound area. Godzilla Universe. These revelations will impact the whole Kai-Sei Era.
Starship Godzilla is a science fiction blockbuster driven by mechanized giants.
The third and concluding series, Starship Godzilla It could potentially be the most groundbreaking work. Set in outer space during the distant Kai-Sei era, it will be penned by the author of "In Utero." Chris Gooch , with art by Oliver Ono Additionally, the release of this series is set for October 2025.
Previous narratives within the Toho universe have included extraterrestrial beings aside from the numerous monsters endangering our planet. Both benevolent and malevolent intelligent interstellar civilizations have interacted with Earth. Nevertheless, these tales did not depict humans traveling to alien planets. In "Starship Godzilla," we'll see a significant progression as a group of misfit astronauts use Mechagodzilla to journey through the cosmos and explore distant worlds.
The art style and theme bring back memories of classic Mecha manga such as Macross. Nonetheless, these explorers display considerably less moral integrity compared to those from the Federation. Star Trek Instead, they are thrill-seekers undertaking dangerous assignments for substantial payouts. Nonetheless, the team aboard the Starship Godzilla inadvertently stumbles upon a revelation that has the potential to endanger every form of intelligent life across the universe.