First Look: MINOR ARCANA #3

By August Tales

BOOM! Studios has just unveiled a tantalizing glimpse into MINOR ARCANA #3. The series is the brainchild of bestselling writer and Eisner Award-winning artist Jeff Lemire. This is his first-ever creator-owned, ongoing series under BOOM! Studios. It continues with a fresh release in November 2024.

A Journey Into the Unseen

The narrative in MINOR ARCANA #3 reaches a pivotal moment. Theresa, our enigmatic protagonist, grapples with emotional turmoil after a bewildering journey into The Unseen World. Fueled by spirits, she confronts an old ex in a heartfelt but chaotic encounter. However, things don’t go as planned, further deepening her sense of guilt and despair.

The series is set up with four major story arcs, each representing a suit of a tarot deck. These arcs will be collected as The Book of Wands, The Book of Swords, The Book of Cups, and The Book of Pentacles.

Artistic Mastery on Display

Jeff Lemire himself is behind the striking main cover art for this issue. Meanwhile, variant covers come alive through the talents of renowned illustrators like Frany, Gabriel H. Walta, and Jesse Lonergan. Excitingly, each variant is accompanied by a unique tarot card cover. This elaborate effort will culminate in a beautiful full tarot deck by the series’ end.

A Beacon of Innovation

MINOR ARCANA joins an impressive lineup at BOOM! Studios. This imprint is known for hosting critically acclaimed series like BRZRKR by Keanu Reeves and others. Furthermore, series such as Something is Killing the Children and Vicarious showcase the imprint’s diversity.

Fans eager for the next installment can mark their calendars. MINOR ARCANA #3 hits comic book stores on November 13, 2024. Pre-orders are already available at local comic shops. Digital copies will also be accessible through Kindle, iBooks, and Google Play.

Keep an eye out for the unique variant editions, offering intuitive references like Minor Arcana #3 B Variant (SEP240060) and C 1:10 INCV Tarot Card Variant (SEP240061). These collectibles promise to enchant fans and newcomers alike.