PORTLAND, Ore. 04/13/2026 — Eisner Award winning writer Derek Kirk Kim (The Last Mermaid, Same Difference) and rising star artist Jacob Perez (Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles) have hit the jackpot with their new mind-bending crime caper series debut, Royals. Royals #1 has sold out completely at the distributor level and is being rushed back to print this week by Image Comics in order to keep up with demand.
“It’s so awesome and heartening how comic fans/shops are always so open-minded and willing to give something new a chance. I’m so grateful," said Kim. "Also so grateful to Jacob and Image Comics for bringing this story to life. Thank you, everyone for making this second printing possible!”
Twin brothers Paul and Castor have crafted the perfect poker hustle using their uncanny telepathic connection. But they might have finally met their match when they risk it all against the leader of the Bloody Cocks, the most ruthless criminal syndicate in Seoul.
Available at comic book shops on Wednesday, May 6:
- Royals #1, second printing - Lunar Code 0326IM8109
- Royals #2 by Perez - Lunar Code 0326IM0372
- Royals #2 by Kim - Lunar Code 0326IM0373
- Royals #2 1:20 copy incentive by Ethan Young - Lunar Code 0326IM0374
Royals is also available across many digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play.
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