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When Kaya, Razel, and Jin encounter the cruel reality behind the Robot Empire’s power, they must choose whether to run or fight. Sacrifices will be made, beloved characters return, and the bond between brother and sister will be put to its ultimate test in this brand new epic that will spin Kaya's tale in a completely new direction! Collects Kaya #25-30 SELECT PRAISE FOR KAYA: “There is literally nothing in comics I love more than being introduced into a strange new world inhabited by characters you very quickly grow to love. KAYA is that. A whole load of that.” —ROBERT KIRKMAN, THE WALKING DEAD, INVINCIBLE “One of my favorite storytellers, taking us on a human and fantastical adventure. For the characters, this is a journey across a desert, but for us, it’s an oasis of joy.” —KIERON GILLEN, THE WICKED + THE DIVINE, DIE “This book’s an absolute delight from a master working at the peak of his craft. My favorite thing I’ve read this year.” —JAMES HARREN, ULTRAMEGA, RUMBLE

A Furiosa-like main character set in an Adventure Time-like fantasy, as imagined by the co-creator of the bestselling series Deadly Class.Kaya, a young girl with a magic arm and a fighting spirit is tasked with delivering her little brother to a far away safe harbor. There he's destined to find the answer to overthrowing the all-powerful empire that destroyed their home. Starting out on their journey, they'll face lizard-riders, monstrous beasts, and secrets that could tear brother and sister apart. From writer-artist WES CRAIG (Deadly Class, Gravediggers Union) comes an astonishing new fantasy-adventure about siblings surviving in a world of monsters and mutants. Fans of Conan, Lord of the Rings, Bone, and Adventure Time, will enjoy this continuing series of books. Collects KAYA #1-5 ( plus a 16 PAGE PROLOGUE) SELECT PRAISE FOR KAYA: “There is literally nothing in comics I love more than being introduced into a strange new world inhabited by characters you very quickly grow to love. KAYA is that. A whole load of that.” —ROBERT KIRKMAN, THE WALKING DEAD, INVINCIBLE “One of my favorite storytellers, taking us on a human and fantastical adventure. For the characters, this is a journey across a desert, but for us, it’s an oasis of joy.” —KIERON GILLEN, THE WICKED + THE DIVINE, DIE “This book’s an absolute delight from a master working at the peak of his craft. My favorite thing I’ve read this year.” —JAMES HARREN, ULTRAMEGA, RUMBLE

A deadly new threat emerges from the Robot Empire, and following their disastrous last mission, Kaya and Jin are forced totravel a road of thieves, assassins, and worse in KAYA and THE DRAGON ROAD.Collects KAYA # 19-24

Who's up for anapocalypse?The powerful cult knownas the Black Temple wants to unleash ancient dark gods on mankind, dooming usall. The only thing that stands in their way are the Gravediggers Union: Cole,Haley, and Ortiz. At the centre of the Black Temple’s plan is Cole'sestranged daughter Morgan, destined to free the darkgods.Now the Gravediggers are in a raceagainst time to rescue a mysterious alien monkey before the Black Temple candestroy it, freeing the dark gods. Before it's over, father and daughter willargue the merits of our species, the secret history of the world will berevealed, and the Gravediggers will make a last stand against the BlackTemple’s undead horde, for the fate ofmankind...Writer Wes Craig (DEADLYCLASS) and artist Toby Cypress (RETCON) bring their weird horror series to itsapocalyptic conclusion!CollectsGRAVEDIGGERS UNION #6-9

The supernatural world has gone berserk, and it''s all tied to a powerful cult called the Black Temple. They want to unleash ancient dark gods on mankind and bring about the apocalypse. The only thing that stands in their way are Cole, Haley, and Ortiz. They''re members of the Gravediggers Union, a brotherhood sworn to defend the living from the undead. At the center of the Black Temple''s plan is a street kid named Morgan. She''s the key to the coming apocalypse. Also, she''s Cole''s estranged daughter. To find her, the Gravediggers will have to contend with a witch who hates their guts, a former cult member who used to be the world''s biggest movie star, yuppie vampires, steroid-zombies, junk golems and no overtime pay. DEADLY CLASS co-creator WES CRAIG teams up with artist TOBY CYPRESS (Omega Men) to introduce you to the weird horror of THE GRAVEDIGGERS UNION. Collects THE GRAVEDIGGERS UNION #1-5

Writer WES CRAIG (DEADLY CLASS) and artist TOBY CYPRESS (RETCON) bring their weird horror series to its apocalyptic conclusion! The powerful cult known as the Black Temple wants to unleash ancient dark gods on mankind. The only thing that stands in their way is the Gravediggers Union: Cole, Haley, and Ortiz. At the center of the Black Temple''s plan is Cole''s estranged daughter Morgan, who''s destined to free the dark gods. Now the Gravediggers are in a race against time to rescue a mysterious alien monkey before the Black Temple can destroy it. Before it''s over, father and daughter will argue the merits of our species, the secret history of the world will be revealed, and the Gravediggers will make a last stand against the Black Temple''s undead horde, for the fate of us all. Collects THE GRAVEDIGGERS UNION #6-9

Ringo Award Nominee for Best Cartoonist & Best Kids ComicKaya and Jin’s relationship has been shattered! Now find out what awaits our heroes as Jin and Razel travel to the frozen north to confront the Mother Oracle of the Robot Empire, while Kaya journeys south to the legendary Temple of Warriors. The next thrilling chapter in Kaya’s story begins here! Collects issues #32-37 SELECT PRAISE FOR KAYA: “There is literally nothing in comics I love more than being introduced into a strange new world inhabited by characters you very quickly grow to love. KAYA is that. A whole load of that.” —ROBERT KIRKMAN, THE WALKING DEAD, INVINCIBLE “One of my favorite storytellers, taking us on a human and fantastical adventure. For the characters, this is a journey across a desert, but for us, it’s an oasis of joy.” —KIERON GILLEN, THE WICKED + THE DIVINE, DIE “This book’s an absolute delight from a master working at the peak of his craft. My favorite thing I’ve read this year.” —JAMES HARREN, ULTRAMEGA, RUMBLE

Kaya and Jin barter a deal with a band of pirates that can deliver them to their long-dreamed-of safe harbor. But to earn their passage, first they’ll have to track down a rebellious princess in a city on the edge of revolution! KAYA is the ongoing all-ages title we’ve been waiting for! Combining the wonder of JEFF SMITH’s Bone with the adventure of KAZU KIBUSHI’s Amulet, KAYA is a perfect example of a comic that can hook anyone AND keep them coming back every month. —Patrick Brower, Challengers Comics + Conversation, Chicago KAYA is effortlessly great. A beautiful apocalyptic fantasy where master storyteller WES CRAIG pulls you in right from page one. —CHIP ZDARSKY (PUBLIC DOMAIN, Batman, Daredevil) KAYA introduces readers to an exciting and vibrant world with a one-of-a-kind creator at the helm. WES CRAIG is taking us to new places in both writing and art while doing it in astounding fashion. CHECK THIS OUT! —DANIEL WARREN JOHNSON (DO A POWERBOMB! TRANSFORMERS) 2023 Ringo Award nominee for Best Kids Comic and Best Cartoonist Collects KAYA #12-17

Kaya’s worst fear has come true: her little brother, Jin, has been kidnapped. Now, despite everything she’s already been through, she’ll have no choice but to enter the Kingdom of the MUTANTS to get him back. With unexpected allies in tow, a wild adventure begins in the strange and sinister POISON-LANDS! Collects KAYA #7-11

"One of my favorite storytellers taking us on a human and fantastical adventure. For the characters this is a journey across a desert but for us it's an oasis of joy." —KIERON GILLEN (THE WICKED + THE DIVINE DIE)Kaya and Jin barter a deal with a band of pirates that can deliver them to their long-dream of safe harbor. But to earn their passage, first they’ll have to track down a rebellious princess in a city on the edge of revolution! 2023 Ringo Awards nominee for Best Kids Comic and Best Cartoonist Collects KAYA #12-17

Kaya’s worst fear has come true: her little brother, Jin, has been kidnapped. Now, despite everything she’s already been through, she’ll have no choice but to enter the Kingdom of the MUTANTS to get him back. With unexpected allies in tow, a wild adventure begins in the strange and sinister POISON-LANDS!Collects KAYA #7-11

After the destruction of their village, a young girl with a magic arm and a fighting spirit is tasked with delivering her little brother to a faraway safe haven. There, he’s destined to discover the secret to overthrowing the all-powerful empire that destroyed their home. Starting out on their journey, they’ll face lizard-riders, monstrous beasts, and secrets that could tear brother and sister apart.From writer and artist WES CRAIG (DEADLY CLASS, GRAVEDIGGERS UNION) comes an astonishing new ongoing fantasy-adventure series about siblings surviving in a world of monsters and mutants that’s perfect for fans of Conan, Lord of the Rings, Bone, and Adventure Time.Collects KAYA #1-5, plus a 16-page prologue previously featured exclusively in the IMAGE! 30TH ANNIVERSARY ANTHOLOGYSelect praise for KAYA:“There is literally nothing in comics I love more than being introduced into a strange new world inhabited by characters you very quickly grow to love. KAYA is that. A whole load of that.” —ROBERT KIRKMAN (THE WALKING DEAD, FIRE POWER)“One of my favorite storytellers, taking us on a human and fantastical adventure. For the characters this is a journey across a desert, but for us, it’s an oasis of joy.” —KIERON GILLEN (THE WICKED + THE DIVINE, DIE)“This book’s an absolute delight from a master working at the peak of his craft. My favorite thing I’ve read this year.” —JAMES HARREN (ULTRAMEGA)

Attention purveyors of fine comic products everywhere! You won ''t want to miss this incredible offer! From the co-creator of DEADLY CLASS comes a collection of stories that stretches the limits of sequential storytelling itself! A trio of tales from the online webcomic sensation that is WES CRAIG ''s BLACKHAND COMICS. Includes the instant classics "The Gravedigger ''s Union, " "Circus Day, " and "The Seed! "

END OF STORY ARC An unexpected wedding takes place when our adventurers reach their destination. And secrets between Kaya and her brother Jin threaten to tear them apart just as a monstrous new threat attacks! Featuring 30 dramatic, action-packed story pages and a Frank Frazetta-inspired variant cover by WES CRAIG!

Discover the origin of Kaya’s mysterious magic arm and the sacrifice her uncle Kova made to save the young girl’s life! Plus, a backup story illustrated by indie superstar AL GOFA (Dark Angels of Darkness). A standalone story that’s a perfect jumping-on point for new readers! Featuring a movie poster-inspired variant cover by WES CRAIG!

NEW STORY ARC Kaya’s worst fear has come true: her little brother Jin has been kidnapped. Now, despite everything she’s already been through, she’ll have no choice but to enter the Kingdom of the MUTANTS to get him back. With unexpected allies in tow, a wild adventure begins in the strange and sinister POISON-LANDS! A great jumping-on point for new readers. Features a variant cover by artistic juggernaut DANIEL WARREN JOHNSON!

Captive in the Poison Lands, Jin comes face to face with the robot who ordered the destruction of his home and makes a desperate bid to escape. Trailing far behind, Kaya and her allies attempt a perilous descent to catch up to Jin’s captors. The wildest adventure in comics continues in the bizarre Poison Lands! Features a variant cover by art supernova TULA LOTAY!

Lost in a dark and dangerous realm, Jin makes a deal to escape. But what has he promised in the bargain—and to whom? Meanwhile, Kaya continues her search for Jin with an unexpected ally while her friends fight off a Mutant ambush, and not all of them will survive! “Kaya in the Poison Lands” approaches its epic conclusion. Featuring a variant cover by head-lopping metal lord ANDREW MACLEAN!

STANDALONE STORYLord Vox, the robot who ordered the destruction of Kaya’s village, must answer for what happened in the Poison-Lands. The plans of the all-powerful robot empire are revealed when we meet the empire’s supreme leader, the Oracle!Includes a backup story by GABRIEL WALTA and a variant cover by apex predator of art JAMES HARREN!

STANDALONE STORY Lord Vox, the robot who ordered the destruction of Kaya’s village, must answer for what happened in the Poison-Lands. The plans of the all-powerful robot empire are revealed when we meet the empire’s supreme leader, the Oracle! Includes a backup story by GABRIEL WALTA (PHANTOM ROAD, The Vision) and a variant cover by apex predator of art JAMES HARREN (ULTRAMEGA)!

With no time to lose, Kaya and Jin are tracking down a princess who can get them passage onto a ship bound for safety. But can they find her and not get captured in an occupied city overrun with soldiers of the Robot Empire?

The secret of the Temple of Shazir is revealed and Kaya must decide if she’ll help the rebels fight for it. Meanwhile, Jin makes a desperate attempt to rid himself of the curse he’s brought back from the Dark-realm.

While the rebels plan a daring attack, Jin makes a desperate attempt to rid himself of the curse he’s brought back from the Dark Realm.

Jin is near death, and Kaya will have to risk her life and the life of their new friend to save him. Lost in the Dark Realm, Jin encounters a strange new player who will change Jin’s relationship to Kaya forever. Featuring a variant cover by nascent supernova CARLA WYZGALA! “KAYA is an absolutely thrilling work of fantasy fiction unlike anything else on the stands. Wes has managed to do something wholly separate from his previous work but maintained the same exemplary quality.“ —MICHAEL WALSH (THE SILVER COIN)

The city erupts in violence between the rebels and the King's army. Caught in the middle, Kaya makes a fateful decision that will set her and Jin on a dangerous new direction. Hearts are broken and fates are sealed in the explosive conclusion to The Temple of Shazir!

What’s happened to Kaya’s magic arm? What strange lands have her adventures taken her to, and where is her brother Jin? Glimpse Kaya’s future in this shocking standalone story! Featuring a backup story by rising star JUNI BA.

Travel back to the Mutant Lands where the deposed prince of monsters and his uncle attempt to awaken a terrible force that could change everything in Kaya’s world and far beyond. A stand-alone issue between story arcs, and a perfect jumping-on point for new readers. These issues, featuring a backup story by JESSE LONERGAN, plus tons of back matter, are a favorite among KAYA fans.

Surrounded by the robot empire, Kaya and Jin are forced to retreat into a haunted city.

Join us for the beginning of a brand new adventure. A deadly new threat emerges from the Robot Empire, and following their disastrous last mission, Kaya and Jin are forced to travel a road of thieves, assassins, and worse in KAYA AND THE DRAGON ROAD.New characters, new settings, and a perfect jumping-on point for new readers.