Pull-lists for the upcoming month are looking stacked as Dark Horse Comics officially releases its solicitations for May 2026. This month’s lineup is a masterclass in genre-blending, featuring a heavy emphasis on the supernatural, high-tech dystopias, and the return of some of the most beloved icons in independent comics. Whether you are a fan of the Mignola-verse or you prefer the neon-soaked streets of Night City, there is a physical or digital issue waiting to be added to your collection.

Legend of the Right Hand of Doom

Headlining the month is a brand-new prestige one-shot that brings Mike Mignola back to the drawing board for a haunting tale set in the early days of the B.P.R.D. Entitled Hellboy: The Night of the Krampus, this issue promises the signature atmospheric dread and folkloric storytelling that defined the franchise for decades. For long-time readers, seeing Mignola's stark, shadow-heavy art style return to a solo Hellboy story is the ultimate highlight of the May calendar, ensuring that the legacy of the big red demon remains as vital as ever in 2026.

From Night City to the Stars

The sci-fi offerings are equally potent, with Cyberpunk 2077: Blackout reaching its pulse-pounding conclusion. This miniseries has been a standout for its exploration of the desperation and chrome-heavy violence of Night City, and the final issue promises to tie into the wider lore established in the latest game updates. Additionally, Dark Horse continues its partnership with major gaming franchises by launching a new Mass Effect anthology series, focusing on the untold stories of the Milky Way’s most dangerous mercenaries and forgotten outposts.

Horror and Heroics Combined

Beyond the big names, May 2026 sees the continuation of several creator-owned hits that have been gaining massive momentum. Minor Threats and The Oddly Pedestrian Life of Christopher Chaos both have pivotal issues shipping this month, showcasing the publisher's commitment to subversive, modern superhero storytelling. With a diverse array of trade paperbacks also hitting the shelves—including a massive "Library Edition" of Black Hammer—collectors have plenty of reasons to clear some space on their bookshelves as the summer season begins.

Valuable Info: Many of the May solicitations include "incentive covers" for local comic shops, featuring rare 1-in-25 variant art that often becomes highly sought-after on the secondary market within weeks of release!