ARMORED HC VOL 01

(W) Michael Schwartz (A) Ismael Hernandez (CA) Francesco Tomaselli Andy found a haunted suit of armor. Now he’s got a ghostly knight as a partner and a terrifying evil to stop before it’s too late! Sword in the Stone meets Stranger Things in this spine-tingling adventure that is packed with supernatural chills, horrifying monsters, and a hilarious out-of-time ghost that R.L. Stine calls, “A fun read and a great new twist on old-fashioned horror.”Written by Michael Schwartz (Netflix’s Gnome Alone) and lavishly illustrated by Ismael Hernández. This deluxe hardcover of 2024’s surprise hit series features a brand-new cover by artist Francesco Tomaselli, collects issues #1-5, includes a 10-page bonus story, and contains a stunning cover gallery with art by Jae Lee, David Mack, Becky Cloonan, Chrissie Zullo, Trevor Henderson, and more!Thirteen-year-old Andy Taylor, whose parents mysteriously vanished two years ago, is adopted by a grieving couple still mourning their son, Myles. When Andy begins investigating Myles’s death, he falls into a hidden crypt beneath some castle ruins. There, he finds a mystical 13th-century suit of armor haunted by the ghost of Sir William, the knight who once wore it. With Sir William as his spectral mentor, Andy must master the armor’s power, confront the monstrous force that killed Myles, and uncover the dark secret behind its summoning.“Beautifully drawn and engagingly scripted” – AIPTComics“A fear-packed, suspenseful, youthful adventure” – Dan Aykroyd (Ghostbusters)“A very good comic from start to finish” – Comics Beat“Best surprise comic of 2024. There is simply no book out there like this one” – Comic Book Couples Counselling“A delightful blend of Goosebumps and Gargoyles” – The Geekly Grind“A smart, fun read” – Tim Sheridan (Masters of the Universe)“A thoroughly gripping amalgam of mystery, humor, tragedy and adventure” – Comic Book Keepers“The perfect balance between fun and thrills” – Badaboom Podcast“A standout comic” – Nerd Initiative Due Date: 8/28/2025 / FOC: 9/1/2025 / In-Store: 11/12/2025 ISBN: 9781951757427