Los Angeles! Monster Forge will be slinging comics and shaking hands at @comicconla! Sept. 26th-28th! Watch our panels! Fangoria Presents: A Discussion with Contemporary Horror Comic Creators and “It Came From Indie Horror Comics…” We can’t wait! #comiccon #horror #monster #monsterforge #kraken #savager #fangoria #lacc #comics #losangeles
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MONSTER FORGE UNLEASHES HORROR CLASSIC GUTWRENCHER ON GLOBALCOMIX!
Monster Forge is proud to announce the terrifying return of the cult horror hit GUTWRENCHER, now available exclusively on GlobalComix!
Created by veteran storytellers Shannon Eric Denton (Graveslinger), the late Keith Giffen (Justice League), and Steve Niles (30 Days of Night), with visceral, haunting art by Anthony Hightower, GUTWRENCHER is a slasher tale with a soul—and a bloody edge sharp enough to carve its place in horror history.
A CURSE AWAKENS…
Synopsis:
In the deep woods of rural New England, a hiker is infected with an ancient curse just days before his ten-year high school reunion. If his soul is pure, he may be able to resist the evil clawing its way through his body. If not… nothing will be able to stop him.
Originally released to critical acclaim, GUTWRENCHER twists classic horror tropes into something fresh, brutal, and unforgettable. With this rerelease on GlobalComix, readers old and new can experience the raw terror and eerie atmosphere that made it a standout of the genre.
CRITICS RAVE ABOUT GUTWRENCHER
“…it’s like an intelligent version of the teen horror genre that developed in the 1980s. If you like Freddy, Jason and their peers, you’ll want to make sure you check this one out.”
— SCOOP
“Gutwrencher is as capable as [Hack/Slash, Freddy Vs. Jason Vs. Ash]. Something about having the slasher’s face blacked out gives the book a spookier edge… The art really makes it stand out… a little more subtle, giving more meaning to facial expressions. This comic takes a fairly typical idea and turns it into something special…”
— Newsarama
“With GUTWRENCHER, I think they’ve finally found a worthy entry. It’s a keeper.”
— Comics Waiting Room
EXPERIENCE THE TERROR – NOW ON GLOBALCOMIX
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For horror fans looking for a fresh take on the slasher genre—infused with classic scares, modern style, and masterful storytelling—GUTWRENCHER is a must-read. https://dailydead.com/horror-highlights-coyotes-gutwrencher-your-host/
Monster Forge Productions Rereleases ACES: CURSE OF THE RED BARON on GlobalComix
An Unholy Alliance. A Stolen Map. A Haunted Quest.
Los Angeles, CA — August 29, 2025 — Monster Forge Productions is proud to announce the digital rerelease of the cult-classic adventure comic ACES: Curse of the Red Baron — now available globally through GlobalComix. This high-octane, supernatural war tale, based on Shannon Eric Denton’s original short story from Komikwerks, is back and more explosive than ever.
Set against the grisly backdrop of World War I, ACES follows a sharp-shooting British flying ace and a cunning American infantryman who defy death and desertion to chase a myth. After looting a mysterious map from the corpse of the legendary Red Baron, the unlikely duo sets off on a perilous journey through enemy lines, disappearing islands, secret societies, and spectral horrors — including the vengeful ghost of the Red Baron himself.
With a creative lineup including Shannon Eric Denton (Gutwrencher, Graveslinger), G. Willow Wilson (Cairo, Ms. Marvel), and Curtis Square-Briggs (Nickelodeon’s Yo Gabba Gabba!), this genre-smashing title is a love letter to pulp adventures, war epics, and supernatural thrillers.
“We built Aces to be the comic book equivalent of jumping out of a flaming biplane into a shark tank and still lighting a cigar on the way down,” said Shannon Eric Denton. “It’s reckless, relentless fun — and we’re thrilled a whole new generation can now experience it on GlobalComix.”
With stunning art and blistering pace, ACES: Curse of the Red Baron has earned acclaim from industry pros:
“It’s a war comic on super-serum steroids and with Denton’s trademark humor interlaced with the action one has to know that it is a page turner from that very first issue.”
— Zander Cannon, artist of Alan Moore’s SMAX
“ACES is the best, classic war film that was never made.”
— Adam Freeman, co-creator of The Highwaymen & Monster Attack Network
Now fully remastered for its digital debut, ACES is locked, loaded, and ready to recruit new readers around the world. Read it now — exclusively on GlobalComix.
ABOUT MONSTER FORGE PRODUCTIONS
Monster Forge, founded by Shannon Eric Denton, is a transmedia company with decades of experience making movies, comics, books, animation, toys and more for the world’s biggest brands. Monster Forge focuses on a spectrum of horror properties, ranging from light monster fare for children to full-blown adult scares with a multi-platform production division bringing their monstrous library of titles and creator relationships to film, television, publishing, gaming, and merchandising. We Make Monsters!
https://www.monsterforgeproductions.com
Monster Forge’s TABULA RASA Rises Again — Now Available Digitally on GlobalComix
Los Angeles, CA — The cult classic Tabula Rasa, originally published by Image Comics, is back from the grave—now available digitally for the first time ever on GlobalComix. This supernatural noir thriller from Monster Forge Productions resurrects a fan-favorite story about vengeance, identity, and second chances from an unforgettable creative team.
Created by Eisner-winning writer/artist Keith Giffen (Lobo, Justice League International) and writer Shannon Eric Denton (Kingdom Riders, Kraken), Tabula Rasa follows a dying cop whose soul is mystically transferred into a nearly indestructible clay version of himself. With only seven days to solve his own murder and exact vengeance before his soul is lost forever, the reanimated detective must confront not only the mystery of his death—but what it means to truly live.
The visually arresting series features art by the late Matt Jacobs, whose work on Tabula Rasa has continued to earn acclaim for its gritty, visceral energy.
“Tabula Rasa is one of the most fun and powerful stories I’ve had the privilege to tell,” said co-creator Shannon Eric Denton. “It’s about loss, legacy, and redemption… and now, thanks to GlobalComix, it finally gets a second life of its own.”
With its sharp writing, mythic undertones, and haunting visuals, Tabula Rasa remains as relevant and riveting as ever. The digital release makes this long out-of-print title accessible to a whole new generation of readers.
Now streaming exclusively on GlobalComix.com — discover the mystery. Witness the reckoning. https://globalcomix.com/c/tabula-rasa-1
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MONSTER FORGE PRODUCTIONS’ GRAPHIC NOVEL BROTHER BEDLAM NOW AVAILABLE ON GLOBALCOMIX
Apocalyptic Action Meets Supernatural Mystery in a Bold New Vision by Keith Giffen, Shannon Eric Denton & Matt Jacobs
[Los Angeles, CA] — Monster Forge Productions is thrilled to announce the digital release of its breakout graphic novel, Brother Bedlam, now available on GlobalComix. Originally published by Image Comics, this genre-smashing title is written by the late Eisner Award-winner Keith Giffen and acclaimed writer-producer Shannon Eric Denton, with striking artwork and cover by the late Matt Jacobs.
A young minister faces a crisis of faith when he discovers he’s God’s sleeper agent — and the only thing standing between humanity and the apocalypse.
Described as Blade meets The Da Vinci Code, Brother Bedlam is a supernatural thriller that dives headfirst into themes of belief, destiny, and redemption — wrapped in kinetic action and cinematic visuals.
“Keith and I didn’t hold back,” said co-writer Shannon Eric Denton. “Brother Bedlam is packed with explosive moments, but it also asks big questions — about faith, about duty, about what we’re willing to fight for when everything’s on the line.”
The story follows a man of the cloth turned reluctant warrior, caught between divine purpose and personal doubt, as he races to unravel a conspiracy that could end the world.
“This isn’t your typical hero’s journey,” Denton added. “It’s dark, it’s raw, and it’s unapologetically original. Fans of supernatural action are in for something special. Matt’s epic visuals are a cinematic treat.”
Brother Bedlam is now available to read digitally at GlobalComix.com and brings a cult favorite back into the spotlight for longtime fans and new readers alike.
https://globalcomix.com/c/brother-bedlam
MONSTER FORGE PRODUCTIONS UNLEASHES A HORROR CLASSIC FROM THE DEPTHS OF WAR
COMMON FOE Returns — Reborn on GlobalComix with New Firepower!
August 6, 2025 — Monster Forge Productions is proud to announce the chilling rerelease of the underground horror cult hit COMMON FOE, now terrifying a new generation of readers exclusively online at GlobalComix.
Written by legendary comic minds Keith Giffen (Lobo, Justice League) and Shannon Eric Denton (X-Men, Batman), with visceral, shadow-drenched artwork from JJ Dzialowski and Frederico Dallocchio, COMMON FOE plunges readers into a hellish nightmare set during one of the darkest chapters of human history—World War II’s Battle of the Bulge.
Originally published by Image Comics, COMMON FOE asks: What happens when man’s greatest evil collides with something far more monstrous?
A battle-weary squad of American soldiers. A ruthless German platoon. Natural enemies locked in a savage clash amid snow, steel, and blood. But when an ancient, inhuman force awakens from beneath the frostbitten soil, these two bitter foes must unite or die screaming in the snow.
“With Common Foe, Denton and Giffen have taken the war comic and given it the best twist I’ve seen in a few decades. Highly enjoyable and gripping stuff.”
— Ed Brubaker (Criminal, Captain America)
“…the combination of classic horror and smash-mouth war comics never fails to deliver. Bravo!”
— Phil Hester (Green Arrow, The Coffin)
“An inspiring genre mash-up. When it begins, you think you’re reading an excellent hard-boiled war comic, then the floor drops out from beneath you and you realize that the term ‘horrors of war’ has shadings that most of us have never considered.”
— Dwayne McDuffie (Static Shock, Justice League Unlimited)
“A war comic with a twist. Visceral and guttural. This team provides a great slow burn tale that eventually explodes in a glorious orgy of vampire violence.”
— Joe Casey (Ben 10, Godland)
Featuring a haunting cover by Esad Ribić (Thor: God of Thunder, Secret Wars) and an exclusive foreword from horror icon Steve Niles (30 Days of Night), this rerelease is more than a return—it’s a resurrection.
“Survive the night… or feed what’s coming.”
COMMON FOE is now available digitally via GlobalComix, remastered and more terrifying than ever. Daily Dead coverage
AVAILABLE NOW ON GLOBALCOMIX
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About Monster Forge Productions
Monster Forge Productions is a creative studio and publishing powerhouse specializing in genre-driven storytelling that claws at the edges of horror, science fiction, and fantasy. Founded by industry veteran Shannon Eric Denton with a love for the monstrous and the macabre, Monster Forge resurrects forgotten nightmares, champions bold new voices, and delivers original content across games, toys, comics, and film.
https://www.monsterforgeproductions.com
MONSTER FORGE UNLEASHES THE EXPLORER’S GUIDE TO THE MONSTROUS CRYPTID CREATURES OF THE UNITED STATES
THE OFFICIAL MONSTER FORGE CRYPTIDAGORIA FROM CREATORS SHANNON ERIC DENTON AND CHRIS GUGLIOTTI
A MONSTROUS HANDBOOK OF AMERICA’S STRANGEST AND MOST BELOVED LEGENDS!
Hold onto your hiking boots and sharpen your sense of wonder—Monster Forge is thrilled to announce the launch of THE EXPLORER’S GUIDE TO THE MONSTROUS CRYPTID CREATURES OF THE UNITED STATES, a lushly illustrated, wildly entertaining field guide of the nation’s most elusive legends, debuting on Kickstarter July 23rd.
From the foggy hills of Appalachia to the dusty deserts of the Southwest, this one-of-a-kind Cryptidagoria brings over fifty legendary creatures to life like never before. Written by acclaimed creator and Monster Forge founder Shannon Eric Denton (Kingdom Riders, League of Legends) and brought to vivid, eerie life by artist Chris Gugliotti (Wonder Woman, Teen Titans GO), this guide is both a love letter to folklore and a field journal for the brave.
“Cryptids have always been the ultimate ‘what if?’” says writer Shannon Eric Denton. “They’re the mysteries hiding in our own backyards. We wanted to give people a passport into that world, whether you’re a hardcore cryptid chaser or just a curious traveler with a flashlight and a dream.”
“Every creature tells a story,” adds artist Chris Gugliotti. “From the mischievous Jackalope to the terrifying Jersey Devil, these monsters are part of our culture—and they deserve to be celebrated with a little fear and a lot of fun. This guide is our love letter to all things hidden and wild.”
Whether you’re a die-hard cryptozoologist, a road-tripping monster hunter, or someone who just loves a good spooky story, THE EXPLORER’S GUIDE TO THE MONSTROUS CRYPTID CREATURES OF THE UNITED STATES is your essential companion into the unknown. Detailed illustrations, regional maps, fun facts, and in-universe notes make it the perfect addition to any adventurer’s backpack.
Kickstarter campaign launches July 23, 2025. Be ready—because these monsters won’t stay hidden for long!
ABOUT MONSTER FORGE
Founded by writer and producer Shannon Eric Denton, Monster Forge is a transmedia company with decades of experience creating movies, comics, books, animation, toys, and more for the world’s biggest brands. Specializing in horror across all ages, Monster Forge develops a full spectrum of monstrous content—from fun, family-friendly creature adventures to full-throttle adult scares.
With a robust multi-platform production division, Monster Forge brings its ever-growing library of original titles—and its powerhouse network of creators—to life across film, television, publishing, gaming, and merchandising.
We Make Monsters!
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Monster Forge and Longbox Heroes Take Flight with Sky Captain in New Prestige Line!
Monster Forge, in collaboration with Longbox Heroes and BigBadWorkshop, is proud to announce the debut of Sky Captain as part of the all-new Longbox Heroes Prestige 1/12 scale collectible figure line.
A tribute to retro-futuristic aviation heroes, the Sky Captain figure brings vintage pulp aesthetics together with modern toy engineering. Created in close partnership with Sky Captain visionary Kevin Conran, the figure captures the spirit of classic adventure cinema with stunning detail and premium craftsmanship.
“I couldn’t be more excited,” said Shannon Eric Denton, founder of Monster Forge. “Not only am I a huge fan of the genre, but working directly with Kevin Conran again—after producing The Art of Sky Captain book—makes this figure feel like the next chapter in that creative journey.”
“I’m a huge toy fan obviously, but I was also lucky enough to work on the Sky Captain film,” added Bill Murphy. “So I’m incredibly excited to revisit Sky Captain again, but this time as an action figure.”
This release marks the beginning of Monster Forge’s collaboration with the Longbox Heroes Prestige line, a new initiative developed by BigBadWorkshop to bring iconic characters and imaginative worlds to collectors with elevated design and storytelling.
As part of the launch, the Prestige line will also include officially licensed characters from The Rocketeer universe, reimagined with fresh designs and high-end articulation. For Denton, this aspect is personal: “I was lucky to call Rocketeer creator Dave Stevens a friend and even worked on the Rocketeer Jr. show at Disney. Being part of this world again is truly a joy.”
BigBadWorkShop’s Longbox Heroes Prestige line will be available exclusively through BigBadToyStore.com.
Stay tuned for additional reveals, pre-order info, and release dates as the full wave of figures is cleared for takeoff.
Adventure is in the air. Get ready to soar with Sky Captain and the Longbox Heroes Prestige line.
About Longbox Heroes
Longbox Heroes is a character-first collectibles label dedicated to reimagining pulp, comic book, and genre icons through premium storytelling, design, and craftsmanship. In partnership with leading creators and licensors, Longbox Heroes celebrates timeless heroes and cult favorites alike—bringing them to life in stunning 1/12 scale.
About Monster Forge Productions
Monster Forge Productions is a cross-platform content studio founded by Shannon Eric Denton, focused on developing bold, creator-driven properties for comics, animation, film, and collectibles. Known for blending nostalgia with innovation, Monster Forge partners with top talent to bring imaginative worlds and characters to life across media.
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Bill Murphy Kevin Conran
Was happy to see the INCURSIONS // Official Console Cinematic Trailer I wrote was nominated for a SHOTS Award. Management changed direction on this after we’d been working on it for 6 months so we had about two days to completely re-envision this piece. Super happy with how it turned out especially since I had to fight so hard to include this cat :). Shout out to our story partners at The Mill.
