Skybound and Hasbro Unveil Energon Universe Hardcovers
Skybound and Image Comics, in partnership with Hasbro, have announced their latest venture. Together, they’ve crafted three deluxe hardcovers, set to hit shelves in spring and summer 2025. These special editions will collect TRANSFORMERS, Void Rivals, and the G.I. JOE miniseries Duke and Cobra Commander. Fans can expect these in beautiful hardcover form for the first time.
The Brilliance of the Energon Universe
The Energon Universe represents a groundbreaking collaboration between Hasbro and Skybound. This new universe merges the TRANSFORMERS and G.I. JOE franchises into a shared comic book realm. The lineup includes the ongoing series Void Rivals by Robert Kirkman and Lorenzo De Felici, alongside colorist Patricio Delpeche. TRANSFORMERS, steered by Daniel Warren Johnson and Jorge Corona, with colors by Mike Spicer, is another highlight. Meanwhile, the fresh G.I. JOE series credits Joshua Williamson with story duties and boasts artists like Tom Reilly.
In April 2025, TRANSFORMERS Deluxe Edition Book One arrives in comic shops, featuring the first two arcs from the acclaimed series. Composed by Daniel Warren Johnson, Jorge Corona, and Mike Spicer, this hardcover version is a must-have. Earth is no stranger to the Autobots and Decepticons’ relentless conflicts. But now, new alliances are forming, and the survival of humanity hinges on Optimus Prime.
Transformers: A Clash of Titans
TRANSFORMERS Deluxe Edition Book One (ISBN: 978-1-5343-2823-5) will be available for fans on April 30, 2025. Beyond comic book stores, it hits booksellers and digital platforms like Amazon Kindle by May 13, 2025. Void Rivals Deluxe Edition Book One follows in May 2025, courtesy of Robert Kirkman and Lorenzo De Felici. This deluxe hardcover will collect Void Rivals #1-12, capturing the beginning of the Energon Universe saga.
The Sacred Ring is the epicenter of a war where remnants of two worlds clash around a black hole. The story kicks off as pilot Darak and his adversary, Solila, crash-land on a desolate planet. Together, they embark on a dangerous journey, facing potential perils that could shatter them.
The Immortal Tale of G.I. Joe
Void Rivals Deluxe Edition Book One (ISBN: 978-1-5343-2824-2) lands in comic shops on May 21, 2025. Later, booksellers and digital platforms will offer it starting June 3, 2025. Now, G.I. Joe steps into the spotlight with Codename: G.I. JOE Deluxe Edition Book One. This edition collects Duke and Cobra Commander miniseries and extra material from the Energon Universe 2024 Special.
Joshua Williamson, together with artists like Tom Reilly and Andrea Milana, reimagines two iconic factions. Duke Hauser, a decorated soldier, tangles with Transformers, seeking answers amid a sinister plot. Cobra Commander holds the streets in a powerful grip, using Energon to sow chaos.
Codename: G.I. JOE Deluxe Edition Book One (ISBN: 978-1-5343-2822-8) is scheduled for a June 11, 2025 release in comic book shops. On June 24, 2025, it goes digital across Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play. As these epic narratives continue to unfold, the Energon Universe promises a thrilling journey, uniting fans across the globe.
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