Image Comics Unveils "Free Planet," a Sci-Fi Epic
Image Comics has announced its latest project: Free Planet, an ambitious space opera described as a fusion of East of West and Dune. This new series is sure to captivate sci-fi enthusiasts.
Below is an exclusive preview of Free Planet #1:
Free Planet #1: Exclusive First Look
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Written by Aubrey Sitterson (No One Left to Fight) and illustrated by Jed Dougherty (Savage Hearts), with covers by Dougherty and Fico Ossio, Free Planet tells the story of humanity's first free planet and the revolutionary heroes tasked with protecting its unique energy source from warring intergalactic forces. The series explores the complexities of freedom and the sacrifices it demands.
Image's official synopsis: "The first completely free planet in human history has won its independence. Now, a group of revolutionary heroes must defend the planet’s unique energy source from a pair of hostile intergalactic powers while determining what complete freedom actually entails."
Sitterson describes Free Planet as "a truly literary comic," emphasizing its visual richness and complexity. Dougherty highlights the series' serious tone and his artistic evolution to match the narrative's depth.
Free Planet #1 launches Wednesday, May 7. For more comic book news, check out the upcoming releases from Marvel and DC in 2025.
