Saga finally returns in 2022, says comic book creator Brian K. Vaughan

Y: The last man Writer Brian K. Vaughan, along with artist Fiona Staples, made a much-anticipated announcement today during Vaughan’s spotlight panel at New York Comic Con 2021. Saga – their heartbreaking, twisty, sexy, violent and lyrical space epic – will return to publication after a long hiatus in 2022.

“I really failed to communicate with readers through the pages of Saga“Staples said via a press release,” So I’m delighted to roll up my sleeves and dive into this world again. The next arc is already going to places I never imagined. “

Saga was an eternal bestseller in comic book stores and bookstores from the time it hit the stands in March 2012. But with Saga # 54, released in July 2018, Vaughan said the series has reached its midpoint and will be on indefinite hold so he and Staples can rest and focus on other projects. In classic Saga style, although knowing the show would be on hiatus for years, Saga # 54 still ended with a sudden and devastating death of the character.

“I cannot thank readers and retailers enough for their patience,” Vaughan said via a press release. “I think our next 54 issues will be even more shocking, weird and spectacular than the first 54, so we can’t wait to be back on the shelves at your local comic book store soon.”

Image Comics also shared a first look at the highly anticipated Saga # 55: The cover, featuring the familiar young character of Hazel (the narrator of the book) and two new adult faces.

Image: Fiona Staples / Image Comics

Saga Issue 55 will be an extra-long issue – 44 pages instead of the usual 22 – for the same price. The book will hit shelves on January 26, 2022.