EC Comics Return in a New Series

Controversial EC Comics, known for its gripping tales of horror and suspense, and famous for inspiring various film and TV spinoffs, has made a notable comeback with fresh, original stories in a new anthology series.

Oni Press has licensed the EC Comics brand and launched its first issue, Epitaphs From the Abyss, last month. The second issue, Cruel Universe, which centers on science fiction stories, is set to be released this month.

EC Comics has an illustrious and storied past. The company ceased publishing all its comics, except for its humor magazine, Mad, in 1956. This decision was made in response to governmental censorship and allegations that its stories promoted juvenile delinquency. Consequently, the Comics Code Authority was established to regulate the industry.

The current series is a collaborative effort between Oni Press and the family of William M. Gaines, the original publisher of EC Comics, who passed away in 1992. EC Comics is famously known for series like Tales from the Crypt and Weird Science.

Epitaphs from the Abyss #1 features stories penned by Brian Azzarello, J. Holtham, Stephanie Phillips, and Chris Condon, with artwork contributed by Lee Bermejo, Phil Hester, Peter Krause, and Jorge Fornés. Originally planned as a five-issue run, Epitaphs From the Abyss has now been extended to a 12-issue monthly series.

Future issues will showcase works by renowned creators such as Charlie Adlard (The Walking Dead), Corinna Bechko (Green Lantern: Earth One), Matt Bors (Toxic Avenger), Chris Condon (That Texas Blood), Matt Kindt (BRZRKR), Matthew Rosenberg (DC Vs. Vampires), Mark Russell (X-Factor), Tim Seeley (Local Man), Jay Stephens (Dwellings), Joanne Starer (Sirens of the City), and Alexandre Tenfengki (The Good Asian).

All the issues will feature cover art by Eisner Award nominee Lee Bermejo (Joker).

Oni Press reported that over 65,000 copies of the first issue of Epitaphs From the Abyss have been sold.

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