On Wednesday, August 26th, Dark Horse Comics is releasing KINGDOM OF EARTH #2 (of 4)!
Here’s a look at the cover, storyline, and preview pages for this week’s
new release from Dark Horse Comics on New Comic Book Day…
KINGDOM OF EARTH #2 (of 4)
Story by David Dastmalchian & Leah Kilpatrick
Art by Soo Lee
Letters by Frank Cvetkovic
Covers & Cover Artists:
Soo Lee (Cover A)
Genres: Horror · Science-Fiction
Format: FC, 32 pages; Miniseries
Age range: 16+
SRP: $4.99
Publication Date: August 26, 2026
In the ruins of Chicago, political tensions rise as the ambitious Orpheus challenges Romero, Grand Leader of the Northern Territory. Meanwhile, Frankie chooses to follow the terrifying beast Virago. The young human remains wary but curious as to why they were spared—are there such things as “Good Monsters” amidst the hordes of malevolent creatures vying to dominate the Kingdom of Earth?
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