PORTLAND, Ore. 08/15/2025 — Bestselling action/adventure series Lost Fantasy by fan-favorite writer Curt Pires (Indigo Children) and artist Luca Casalanguida (Money) will kick off a new story arc—as well as introduce an exciting new character, and tease a forthcoming spin-off series co-written by singer/songwriter and debut comics writer Franklin Jonas—all in the upcoming issue #5 hitting shelves this November from Image Comics.
Lost Fantasy #5 will feature interiors by guest artist Maxi Dall’o.
"I'm so excited to continue to grow Lost Fantasy in collaboration with Image Comics, our amazing retail partners and readers around the world. As a special thank you for making the book a massive success we're launching the next chapter of Lost Fantasy in a big way on November 19 with what we're calling LOST FANTASY DAY," said Pires. "Issue #5 and the volume one trade paperback will be released in stores simultaneously—with issue #5 featuring multiple homage variants to fan-favorite video games as well as a first look at a brand new Lost Fantasy spinoff being co-written by none other than comics superfan and multi hyphenate artist Frankie Jonas. We're excited to continue telling our story and finding new ways to bring people to your shops!"
Following Lost Fantasy #4’s conclusion to Henry’s brutal Montana case, Lost Fantasy #5 sees Henry immediately thrust into solving the murder of one of his closest family members.
Jonas added: "Comics have been my deepest passion since before I even discovered my voice in music. Writing a book was always a dream and having my name attached to such an incredible world as Lost Fantasy is an absolute honor. I’ve been preaching the gospel of Lost Fantasy since day one’s release. When Curt reached out to me about collaborating on this exciting new project, I jumped at the opportunity. Curt is such a massive talent and getting to nestle myself beneath his wing has already been the most inspiring experience. I can’t wait for people to experience what we’ve been cooking up.”
In Lost Fantasy, there’s a magical world that lies beneath ours, and first contact was made over a hundred years ago between the two worlds due to a natural disaster, resulting in a schism that allowed monsters to break through. Since then, secret monster slayers, known as The Great Hunters, have been working with global leaders to police the border and to keep our world safe from the creatures that lurk in the shadows. But something broke through resulting in a mysterious mass killing in Montana, and causing things to shift in a way that will ripple through both worlds. Safety now rests in the hands of rookie monster hunter Henry Blackheart.
Lost Fantasy #5 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, November 19:
- Cover A by Maxi Dall'o - Lunar Code 0925IM0368
- Cover B by Alex Diotto - Lunar Code 0925IM0369
- Cover C by Maxi Dall'o - Lunar Code 0925IM0370
- Cover D B&W 1:15 copy incentive by Alex Diotto - Lunar Code 0925IM0371
- Cover E 1:25 copy incentive by Alex Diotto - Lunar Code 0925IM0372
- Cover F 1:50 by Maxi Dall'o - Lunar Code 0925IM0373
- Cover G Sketch cover - Lunar Code 0925IM0374
- Cover H by James Stokoe - Lunar Code 0925IM0375
Lost Fantasy, Vol. 1 trade paperback (ISBN: 9781534331303, Lunar Code 0925IM0443) will also be available at local comic book shops on Wednesday, November 19 and independent bookstores, Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-a-Million, Indigo, and Waterstones on Tuesday, December 2.
Lost Fantasy is also available across many digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play.
Select praise for Lost Fantasy:
“Lost Fantasy has chosen a hellishly difficult quarry to pursue: to be goth high-action genre, and obviously smart. It’s inspiring to watch this slide its blade home.” —Kieron Gillen, The Power Fantasy, We Called Them Giants, Die
“A world of wonder, mystery, danger, and magic makes its debut in Image Comics’ new series Lost Fantasy, and after just one issue, I am completely hooked. Lost Fantasy is a brand new series from the minds of Curt Pires, Luca Casalanguida, Mark Dale, and Micah Myers, and the unique mix of old magic, monstrous creatures, backstabbing, and epic fantasy is immensely compelling. The world Lost Fantasy has already created in just one issue is beyond impressive as well, and while you can certainly see elements of Final Fantasy in its DNA, Lost Fantasy still has its own identity and becomes something altogether unique. The series already has my attention, and it has the potential to be something incredibly special.” —ComicBook.com (5/5 stars)
“A unique take on high fantasy…It will also feature a very large sword.” —Comics Beat
“Lost Fantasy #1 delivers an exciting start to a new fantasy series, introducing readers to a hidden world of monsters, hunters, and magic. With its extended page count, gorgeous artwork, and compelling characters, this debut issue sets the stage for what could be Image Comics' next big hit.” —Gonkbonk
"Magic and mystery are secretly a part of our history in Lost Fantasy, and the world-building feels incredibly unique. Its story and various design elements include undertones reminiscent of Final Fantasy and Legend of Zelda (a winning combination), and the cliffhanger ending will leave you clamoring for more. The character designs and settings feel fantastic yet grounded, and the engaging visualization of magic in the book will surely grab your attention." —ComicsOnline
“Lost Fantasy is a classic in the making. This first issue is striking in its execution, blending tones and genres together in a way that is both familiar and endlessly refreshing.” —Get Your Comic On
“The debut issue is chock full of intrigue and mystery, all wrapped up in page-turning action sequences with monsters and magic galore. The comic shines in its pulsating action sequences; it’s bloody and fast-paced. In terms of story, the world building is superb, presenting a fascinating narrative where monsters—trolls, werewolves, and the like—all exist in a magical world beneath our own.” —Comics Bulletin
“Yes, Henry smashes monsters with a massive sword, but Lost Fantasy is meant to be both celebratory of and subversive of popular fiction. It’s Pires and company leaning into and bucking certain elements to tell a story that matters—if only because it’s how they want to pen a fantasy story.” —AIPT
“I believe that comics are the only medium in which you can judge a book by its cover because they are one of the most visual, and this book’s cover sold it for me. Casalanguida’s art and Dale’s colors on this book had me on the line like a fish in a barrel. What I found was a really exciting take on the fantasy genre that seemed to be more inspired by role-playing games than classic fantasy lore.” —Gatecrashers
“An imaginative gauntlet is thrown down that is sure to captivate fans from the opening pages.” —ODPH Podcast
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