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Al Mega

Al Mega is the CEO and driving force behind Comic Crusaders, bringing the WEPA energy to comics, pop culture, music, tech, podcasting and the business behind the fandom. Expect creator-first conversations, sharp takes, a little Brooklyn attitude and a whole lot of love for the culture. The Crusade Never Ends!

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Al Mega Takes May 26, 2026

Manga and Kids Graphic Novels Are Schooling American Comics Right Now

Manga keeps eating at the table because manga understands something painfully simple: readers need a clear way in. That is the lesson.…

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The Primal Hunter Vol. 5 cover art by Senchiro featuring Jake with a bow facing the King of the Forest

Comic Reviews May 25, 2026

The Primal Hunter Vol. 5 Review: Jake Faces the King of the Forest

WEPA! Now this is what happens when a LitRPG series walks into the arena, cracks its knuckles, drinks a potion, checks the…

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Comic Book News May 25, 2026

Faith Demands Sacrifice. Survival Demands Blood. Welcome to LAZARUS ORDER.

A collision of medieval horror, dark fantasy, plague-era paranoia, and straight-up nightmare fuel is coming this summer, and Mad Cave Studios is…

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Al Mega Takes May 25, 2026

Crowdfunding Saved Indie Comics, But Let’s Stop Pretending It’s Easy Money

Crowdfunding gave indie creators power, but power comes with pressure. This editorial breaks down the good, the ugly, and the real hustle…

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Comic Reviews May 25, 2026

Wonton Soup Deluxe Edition Review: James Stokoe’s Cosmic Noodle Madness

James Stokoe’s Wonton Soup Deluxe Edition is a wild Oni Press hardcover packed with cosmic trucking, alien food, outrageous humor, and some…

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Al Mega Takes May 24, 2026

No AI at the Eisners? Comics’ Trust Crisis Just Went Nuclear

The Eisner AI controversy is not just about technology. It is about trust, disclosure, creator rights, and whether comics will protect the…

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What's on the Shelf 2026 Independent Publishers and indie comics

Comics May 24, 2026

WHAT’S ON THE SHELF, MAY 27TH – INDEPENDENT PUBLISHERS

What’s on the Shelf is built from distributor order forms and shipping date information, giving fans a heads-up on what may be…

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What's on the Shelf 2026 Premier Publishers comics

Comics May 24, 2026

WHAT’S ON THE SHELF, MAY 27TH – PREMIER PUBLISHERS

What’s on the Shelf is built from distributor order forms and shipping date information, giving fans a heads-up on what may be…

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What's on the Shelf 2026 Big 2 Marvel and DC comics

Comics May 24, 2026

WHAT’S ON THE SHELF, MAY 27TH – THE BIG 2

What’s on the Shelf is built from distributor order forms and shipping date information, giving fans a heads-up on what may be…

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Hidden Springs #1 cover from Dark Horse Comics featuring a mysterious baby kaiju in the forest.

Comic Reviews May 24, 2026

Hidden Springs #1 Review: Dark Horse’s Baby Kaiju Adventure Brings Monster-Sized Heart

Dark Horse Comics delivers baby kaiju chaos with senior citizen swagger in Hidden Springs #1, a funny, heartfelt, and wonderfully strange debut…

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