Forthcoming Collections Coming in 2026 from Mad Cave Studios

Celebrated Classics, Modern Legends, and Fan-Favorite Sagas Return in Premium, Collector Editions

DEC. 18, 2025 (PORTLAND, OR) — Mad Cave Studios is proud to unveil a slate of forthcoming collections, presenting some of the publisher's most beloved titles in new hardcover Deluxe Editions, plus two fan-favorite omnibuses!

Collected in premium hardcover editions crafted to honor these legendary titles, each book is designed to showcase the art, pacing, and storytelling at their best. With upgraded production, meticulous presentation, and never-before-seen backmatter, Gatchaman Vol. 2 Deluxe Edition (March 3), Dick Tracy Vol. 2 Deluxe Edition (March 31), and Flash Gordon Vol. 2 Deluxe Edition (April 28).

Mad Cave also celebrates its own library with three major creator-owned collections. Underworld: The Complete Collection Vol. 1 (March 3) brings together Revolution 9, Hour of the Wolf, Exit City, and the universe-shaking crossover Endless Night, all in one epic, the Nottingham Omnibus (April 14, 2026) gathers the full, fan-favorite saga in one definitive volume, and the Galaxy of Madness Omnibus (May 5) collects the complete and genre-bending sci-fi epic that helped define the publishing slate.

Gatchaman Vol. 2 Deluxe Edition (Hardcover, $29.99)

(W) Cullen Bunn (A) Chris Batista, Pasquale Qualano, Sabrina Cintron (C) Carlos Lopez, Rebecca Nalty (L) Buddy Beaudoin (CA) Tommy Lee Edwards

Gatchaman or Galactor--will the young trainees fall for Berg Katse's tricks and turn against their own? This Deluxe Hardcover collects issues #6-10 and features plenty of bonus material for Gatchaman fans! The continuing adventures of Gatchaman, the iconic Japanese animated franchise of a five-member, bird-themed superhero team! Galactor has concocted a new mecha to spread a dangerous chemical that drives people into a murderous rage. Meanwhile, a different form of corruption grows within members of the Science Ninja team and their trainees. Between murderous mechas and Galactor agents aplenty, the stakes are high--can anyone make it out alive? The second exciting volume in an ongoing series that expands upon the original anime series!

Includes a cover gallery and a step-by-step look at the creative process from script to completed page.

Dick Tracy Vol. 2 Deluxe Edition (Hardcover, $29.99)

(W) Alex Segura, Michael Moreci, Chantelle Aimée Osman (A) Geraldo Borges, Craig Cermak, Brent Schoonover (C) Mark Englert (L) Jim Campbell (CA) Geraldo Borges, Mark Englert

Still reeling from the fallout of the bloody gang war that gripped the city, Detective Dick Tracy has little time to recover as he confronts a series of grisly murders. A new player aims to cement their place in The City's underworld--by taking out the very scum that populates it! With a newly deputized Patt Patton and the intrepid Tess Trueheart by his side--along with the distraction of the nightclub siren, Breathless Mahoney--Dick Tracy follows the trail of a deadly killer down a path that puts him at odds with one of his closest friends, and that places suspicions on his allies. PLUS! A Valentine's Day to remember as Dick Tracy and Patt investigate a murder on a movie set! Contains issues #6-10, plus the Valentine's Day 2025 Special.

Includes a cover gallery and “The Rogues Gallery Retrospective”—an interview with series editor Christina Harrington and creators Alex Segura, Michael Moreci, and Geraldo Borges on how their portrayals of key Dick Tracy villains compare to Chester Gould's original depictions. 

Flash Gordon Vol. 2 Deluxe Edition Vol. 2 (Hardcover, $29.99)

(W) Jeremy Adams (A) Will Conrad, Tom Derenick (C) Lee Loughridge (L) Taylor Esposito (CA) Francesco Tomaselli

New friends and old enemies collide as Flash re-discovers the galaxy he once protected!

Having escaped Planet Death, Flash Gordon and his band of misfits hijack a ship to make the long journey back to their homeworlds. But when it all goes wrong, Flash comes to blows with former allies the Hawkmen! Then, Flash must join forces with the fiery Princess Aura—despite their tangled past—to find a way into the Empress's castle. With Prince Barin and the rest of the ragtag group in tow, the motley crew comes face to face with a long-lost ally--but are they friend or foe? Flash's past keep catching up to his present in this action-packed second volume! 

Now with exclusive behind-the-scenes content, a gorgeous cover gallery, and more, this hardcover collection is a must-have for any Flash fan!

Collecting Flash Gordon (2024) #6-10.

Features an expanded suite of never-before-seen backmatter, including Jeremy Adams' original series proposal (continuing from previous volumes), a side-by-side look at Adams' script with Will Conrad's layouts and inks, and a collection of cover sketches and concept art from Conrad. Additional process pages from Tom Derenick, Dan Schkade's Sunday Strips Episodes 10–14—available in print only through the single issues and these Deluxe Editions—and a full variant cover gallery round out the package.

As Mad Cave celebrates its licensed worlds, the publisher also turns to the creator-owned titles that helped define its voice. Underworld brings forth the mindmeld of worlds from the visionary Mark London. Nottingham remains a central, breakout series that put the publisher on the map. Meanwhile, Galaxy of Madness endures as a fan-favorite sci-fi epic driven by a beloved creative team. These omnibus collections showcase the core stories that shaped the publisher's identity.

Underworld: The Complete Collection Vol. 1 (Hardcover, $39.99)

(W) Mark London (A) Carlos Reno, Danilo Beyruth, Karl Mostert, Tom Derenick (C) Jao Canola, Fabi Marques, David Baron, Juancho Velez (L) Dave Sharpe, Simon Bowland (CA) Chris Weston

From acclaimed writer Mark London comes a gritty, supernatural descent into a realm of dark conspiracies, brutal mysteries, and lurking menace. This omnibus brings together four electrifying graphic novels: Revolution 9, Hour of the Wolf, Exit City, and the epic crossover, Endless Night. Brought to life by the haunting visuals of artists Carlos Reno, Danilo Beyruth, Karl Mostert, and Tom Derenick, the Underworld reveals itself: cursed streets, corrupt institutions, monsters hiding in plain sight, and secrets that refuse to die. Dive deep. Trust no one. Escape is never guaranteed.

Includes a cover gallery and original character and cover sketches.

Nottingham Omnibus (Paperback, $29.99)

(W) David Hazan (A) Shane Connery Volk (C) Luca Romano (L) Justin Birch (CA) Shane Connery Volk with Luca Romano

In this gritty, twisted medieval noir, the Sheriff of Nottingham wages a brutal war on crime, corruption and rebellion across fifteen blood-soaked chapters. As he hunts killers, uncovers conspiracies and clashes with the Merry Men—led by the mysterious and dangerous “Hood”—the Sheriff finds himself caught between England's most ruthless power-brokers and the outlaws of Sherwood Forest. No one is innocent, and loyalty is a weapon in a land ruled by fear, secrets and steel.

Collects Nottingham Volumes 1–3 (#1–15), Tales from Nottingham (#1-6), “A Very Merry Christmas” FCBD Special, and “The Witch of Winter Hill” short from Tales from the Cave.

At 368 pages, this collection also features a variant cover gallery.

Galaxy of Madness Omnibus (Paperback, $29.99)

(W) Magdalene Visaggio (A) Michael Avon Oeming, Victor Santos (C) Taki Soma (L) Morgan Martinez 

In the far-flung thrilling future of the 41st Century, and on the other side of the galaxy, a swashbuckling space archaeologist, Vigil Virgo, is on the cusp of learning a universe-shattering secret in this four-color fantasy! But she'll have to dive into the abyss, where no human was ever meant to go, to do it. The question is what happens when she emerges from the other side.

Features a cover gallery and original character designs from Michael Avon Oeming.

From classic pulp heroes and legacy reimaginings to breakout creator-owned hits, these collections offer something for every reader: crime noir fans, sci-fi lovers, nostalgic collectors, and anyone following Mad Cave's expanding library of definitive editions.

All titles will be available at your local comic shop, bookstores, and directly from Mad Cave on their release dates. Preorders are now open.

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For media inquiries, review copies, or interviews with the creative team, please contact Don't Hide PR, Melissa Meszaros: [email protected].

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Few comic strips have captured readers' imaginations like Flash Gordon. Originating in 1934 by legendary comic-strip artist Alex Raymond, Flash Gordon has set the standard for science-fiction adventure, even inspiring such modern-day classics as Star Wars. For more than seven decades, loyal fans have explored the stars with the comics\' most famous intergalactic adventurer, his female companion, Dale Arden, and scientist, Dr. Hans Zarkov. In addition to the comic strip, Flash has also starred in a live-action serial, a radio show, novels, comic books, and animated cartoons, and he even appeared on his own U.S. postage stamp.

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