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PORTLAND, Ore. 11/19/2025 — The bestselling, white-hot action/adventure series Lost Fantasy by fan-favorite writer Curt Pires (Indigo Children) and artist Luca Casalanguida (Money) will introduce an all-new adversary to the story in the upcoming Lost Fantasy #6. This exciting new entry will take readers to the darkest corners of The World Beneath, feature another bonus story co-written by singer/songwriter/comics writer Franklin Jonas, and hit shelves next month from Image Comics.
This key issue will also boast a variant cover by superstar artist Amilcar Pinna, which features a character making their first appearance in the issue and will be pivotal to Lost Fantasy and the spinoffs moving forward.
“We were so blown away by the retailer and reader support for the launch of issue five and our new story arc that we knew we had to do something special to thank everyone, so here it is: issue six now has a second backup, co-written by Franklin Jonas that will directly lead into our brand new Lost Fantasy spinoff launching in April,” said Pires. “The issue also features the first appearance of a key Lost Fantasy character—so readers be sure to subscribe to the series so you never miss out!”
Still reeling from last issue’s shocker, Henry takes on his most personal investigation yet—one that pulls him deep into The World Beneath’s shadows and straight into the path of a dangerous new threat and a deadly new foe. Meanwhile, back at Blackheart Academy, Nihlas is just finding his footing when he stumbles upon a clue that could blow the murder case wide open.
In Lost Fantasy, there’s a magical world that lies beneath ours, and first contact was made over a hundred years ago between the two worlds due to a natural disaster, resulting in a schism that allowed monsters to break through. Since then, secret monster slayers, known as The Great Hunters, have been working with global leaders to police the border and to keep our world safe from the creatures that lurk in the shadows. But something broke through resulting in a mysterious mass killing in Montana, and causing things to shift in a way that will ripple through both worlds. Safety now rests in the hands of rookie monster hunter Henry Blackheart.
Lost Fantasy #6 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, December 31:
- Cover A Maxi D’allo – Lunar Code 1025IM0386
- Cover B Luca Casalanguida – Lunar Code 1025IM0387
- Cover C 1:15 B&W copy incentive by D’allo – Lunar Code 1025IM0388
- Cover D 1:25 B&W copy incentive by Casalanguida – Lunar Code 1025IM0389
- Cover E by Amiclar Pinna – Lunar Code 1025IM8022
Lost Fantasy is available across many digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play.
Lost Fantasy, Vol. 1 trade paperback (ISBN: 9781534331303, Lunar Code 0925IM0443) is available at local comic book shops now and will be available independent bookstores, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-a-Million, Indigo, and Waterstones on Tuesday, December 2.
Select praise for Lost Fantasy:
“Lost Fantasy has chosen a hellishly difficult quarry to pursue: to be goth high-action genre, and obviously smart. It’s inspiring to watch this slide its blade home.” —Kieron Gillen, The Power Fantasy, We Called Them Giants, Die
“A world of wonder, mystery, danger, and magic makes its debut in Image Comics’ new series Lost Fantasy, and after just one issue, I am completely hooked… the unique mix of old magic, monstrous creatures, backstabbing, and epic fantasy is immensely compelling… while you can certainly see elements of Final Fantasy in its DNA, Lost Fantasy still has its own identity and becomes something altogether unique. The series already has my attention, and it has the potential to be something incredibly special.” —ComicBook.com (5/5 stars)
“A unique take on high fantasy…It will also feature a very large sword.” —Comics Beat
“An exciting start to a new fantasy series, introducing readers to a hidden world of monsters, hunters, and magic. With its extended page count, gorgeous artwork, and compelling characters, this debut issue sets the stage for what could be Image Comics’ next big hit.” —Gonkbonk
“Magic and mystery are secretly a part of our history in Lost Fantasy, and the world-building feels incredibly unique. Its story and various design elements include undertones reminiscent of Final Fantasy and Legend of Zelda (a winning combination), and the cliffhanger ending will leave you clamoring for more. The character designs and settings feel fantastic yet grounded, and the engaging visualization of magic in the book will surely grab your attention.” —ComicsOnline
“Lost Fantasy is a classic in the making. This first issue is striking in its execution, blending tones and genres together in a way that is both familiar and endlessly refreshing.” —Get Your Comic On
“The debut issue is chock full of intrigue and mystery, all wrapped up in page-turning action sequences with monsters and magic galore. The comic shines in its pulsating action sequences; it’s bloody and fast-paced. In terms of story, the world building is superb, presenting a fascinating narrative where monsters—trolls, werewolves, and the like—all exist in a magical world beneath our own.” —Comics Bulletin
“Yes, Henry smashes monsters with a massive sword, but Lost Fantasy is meant to be both celebratory of and subversive of popular fiction. It’s Pires and company leaning into and bucking certain elements to tell a story that matters—if only because it’s how they want to pen a fantasy story.” —AIPT
“I believe that comics are the only medium in which you can judge a book by its cover because they are one of the most visual, and this book’s cover sold it for me. Casalanguida’s art and Dale’s colors on this book had me on the line like a fish in a barrel. What I found was a really exciting take on the fantasy genre that seemed to be more inspired by role-playing games than classic fantasy lore.” —Gatecrashers
“An imaginative gauntlet is thrown down that is sure to captivate fans from the opening pages.” —ODPH Podcast