The Lycan, the Eisner Award-nominated horror series from Thomas Jane (and others) is coming to print for the first time thanks to ABLAZE. The book will be released as three, double-sized issues, then a trade paperback with bonus material. The book was originally released by Comixology Originals.
“The Lycan is a passion project of mine that had a heartbreaking false start over a decade ago and I put it away in a drawer — if it wasn’t for my partner Courtney Penn at Renegade, that’s where it would remain today,” said Jane via press release. “We are so proud to see The Lycan nominated for an Eisner and for it to come out in print in the same year. It is a tribute to the brilliant writers and artists we are fortunate enough to work with, and the gracious support of Comixology.”
Nominated for “Best Digital Comic” at this year’s Eisners, Jane is creator and editor of the book, with the story developed with writer/producer David James Kelly, the script written by Mike Carey, art by Diego Yapur, colors by D.C. Alonso, letters by AndWorld Design, and covers by Tim Bradtreet and Liam Sharp.
“The Lycan was more than a decade in the making, but some things just get better as they mature,” Carey said. “It’s been a privilege and an adventure to be a part of this project, this team. And to see the series finally out in the world as a physical book, to see it get an Eisner nomination… I have no words. Ironically.”
Here’s the synopsis for the book, since that seems important:
Taking place in 1777, the story follows a hardened band of International big game hunters as they set sail to return home after a bountiful expedition in Africa. Things take an unexpected turn, however, when they’re shipwrecked near a small, British island.
Under the advice of Absalom Coffin, the men make a deal with Lord Ludgate, ruler of the island. In exchange for fresh supplies and the repair of their ship, The Calydonian, the men are assigned a task they are particularly well suited for: find the Berserking Beasts that have been eating his subjects, including a group of young Benedictine Nuns, and destroy them. But the men encounter more sinister and dangerous beasts than anyone expected.
“Comixology Originals continues to put out excellent stories and The Lycan is no exception,” said Rich Young, Publisher of ABLAZE. “It is a haunting gothic horror story with werewolves by an outstanding creative team, and we’re thrilled to bring the series to print and expand their readership in comic shops and bookstores.”
Jane added, “My dream has always been to sit in a mom-and-pop comic shop and sign copies of The Lycan. Now ABLAZE is making that dream come true. What a long, strange trip it’s been! I couldn’t be happier and I can’t wait for readers to get their hands on the book.”
The Lycan #1 will hit stores September 2026, #2 in October, and #3 in November. The trade collection is planned for February of 2027 from ABLAZE.
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