Collectors and enthusiasts should take note: Bad Idea Comics is set to expand its lineup with two intriguing titles—Lancer #1 and Realligator! #1—scheduled for launch in August 2026. These comics explore the dynamic themes of hunting and survival, appealing to a broad audience.
Lancer #1 marks the debut of writer Mike Costa, artist Jake Baker, and colorist Lee Loughridge, depicting a near-future scenario where freelance hunters and exterminators take on dangerous species via the Lancer app. Following military veteran Pete Sanborn, the narrative unfolds in a world rife with perilous creatures—ranging from coyotes in California to vampire bats in Brazil. With the promise of a life-changing bounty beneath New York City, the comic raises critical questions about morality and survival.
32 pages • $5.99 • August 12, 2026 • T+
Writer: Mike Costa
Artist: Jake Baker
Colors: Lee Loughridge
Covers include:
Cover A: Don Aguillo
Cover B: Jake Baker
Old Masters Cover: Eugène Delacroix
Augmented Reality Edition: Manix Abrera
Design Cover: Jerome Opeña
Variant Covers: Chris Burnham, Paul Pope Blade Edition
Conversely, Realligator! #1, crafted by Robert Venditti, Brockton McKinney, and artist Manix Abrera, flips the narrative by positioning hunters as the prey. Set against the backdrop of an African savannah, the storyline presents a gripping tale of a mythological beast that challenges the very notion of who is the hunter. As anticipation builds around this new installment, collectors will want to pay attention to its implications for the horror genre within comic books.
32 pages • $5.99 • August 5, 2026 • T+
Writers: Robert Venditti & Brockton McKinney
Artist: Manix Abrera
Covers include:
Cover A: Manix Abrera
Old Masters Variants: Peter Paul Rubens, Odilon Redon, Sir Edward Coley Burne-Jones, Henry Justice Ford
Black & White Variant: Manix Abrera
First Appearance Edition: Manix Abrera
Error Edition: Manix Abrera
The lineup also features new editions of Hank Howard: Pizza Detective: The Fair Play #1, produced by Robert Venditti and David Lapham, as well as continuations of popular series such as Warbird, Ordained, Megalith, Save Now, The Hab, and Tankers Vs Ancient Aliens. This diverse selection is indicative of Bad Idea’s strategy to cater to various tastes within the comic collector community.
As these titles roll out, collectors and retailers alike must consider their potential impact on market trends and value, particularly in the realm of speculative and independent comics. Understanding the themes and narratives behind these releases will be essential for informed purchasing decisions.
32 pages • $5.99 • August 5, 2026 • T+
Writer: Joshua Dysart
Artist: David Lapham
Colors: Bill Crabtree
Cover A: Charlie Adlard, among others.
Based on reporting by https://www.facebook.com/richard.james.johnston. Read the full story at https://bleedingcool.com/comics/lancer-and-realligator-launch-in-bad-ideas-full-august-2026-solicits/.
