First Look: A Mysterious Traveler Arrives in the
Eisner-Nominated Ghost Pepper from Skybound & Image Comics
Ludo Lullabi & Adriano Lucas Kick Off
the Series’ Biggest Story Arc This Summer!
Skybound and Image Comics revealed interior pages and the lineup of variant covers for Ghost Pepper #13, from creator/writer/artist/letterer Ludo Lullabi (TRANSFORMERS, Battle Chasers) and colorist Adriano Lucas (Destro). The 2026 Eisner Award–nominated Best New Series kicks off its biggest story arc yet on July 29, 2026, as Ghost Pepper #13 launches a thrilling new chapter for Loloi and the world she fights to protect.
GHOST PEPPER #13
Written by Ludo Lullabi
Art by Ludo Lullabi
Colors by Adriano Lucas
Letters by Ludo Lullabi
The world needs a champion… but none remain. After the shocking events of last issue, a strange traveler emerges from the chaos, eager to taste Loloi’s famous spicy dishes…
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In addition to the main cover by Ludo Lullabi, the lineup of variant covers for Ghost Pepper #13 also includes open-to-order covers by Cedric Poulat and Cliff Rathburn, a 1:25 incentive variant cover by Mirka Andolfo, a 1:50 incentive variant cover by Alec Bezzina, and a blank sketch cover.
Also, Ghost Pepper Vol. 1: Flavors of Ash (ISBN: 978-1-5343-3562-2 | SRP $16.99) is available now, while Ghost Pepper Vol. 2: Taste of Cinders (ISBN: 978-1-5343-3248-5 | SRP $19.99), collecting issues #6–12, will be available at comic book shops on July 15, 2026, and in bookstores and digital platforms on August 11, 2026.
Fans can get a glimpse of the mysterious new traveler and the start of the series’ next chapter with this first look at the upcoming issue.
Ghost Pepper #13 (Lunar Codes Below | SRP: $3.99, unless otherwise noted) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
The full list of covers is below:
- Ghost Pepper #13 Cover A by Ludo Lullabi
(Lunar Code: 0526IM0369) - Ghost Pepper #13 Cover B by Cedric Poulat
(Lunar Code: 0526IM0370) - Ghost Pepper #13 Cover C by Cliff Rathburn
(Lunar Code: 0526IM0371) - Ghost Pepper #13 Cover D (1:25 Incentive) by Mirka Andolfo
(Lunar Code: 0526IM0372) - Ghost Pepper #13 Cover E (1:50 Incentive) by Alec Bezzina
(Lunar Code: 0526IM0373) - Ghost Pepper #13 Cover F Blank Sketch Cover ($4.99)
(Lunar Code: 0526IM0374)
About Skybound Entertainment:
Skybound, co-founded by Robert Kirkman and CEO David Alpert, is a creator-first, multiplatform entertainment studio dedicated to transforming bold ideas into global franchises. Home to iconic worlds including Invincible, The Walking Dead, Impact Winter and Stillwater, Skybound brings stories to life across comics, television, film, games, audio, merchandise, collectibles and more. With in‑house studios Skybound Animation and game developer Quarter Up – plus strategic acquisitions including Maple Media, Sagafilm and Nine-Four Entertainment – we unite creators with world‑class partners, production capabilities and fan communities. Our mission is to build immersive, authentic universes that resonate with audiences for years to come.
Skybound publishes bestselling comics with top industry talent across its originals, licensed slates, and young readers imprint Skybound Comet. As a licensing partner, Skybound collaborates with Hasbro, The LEGO Group, and Universal Products & Experiences on their most coveted properties. Skybound’s groundbreaking reimagination of TRANSFORMERS and G.I. JOE in the Energon Universe is Hasbro’s most successful comic book line ever, headlined by the two-time Eisner Award winning TRANSFORMERS. Additionally, Skybound ran the two most funded comic campaigns ever on Kickstarter.