The Power Fantasy Starts New Arc in December
Image Comics will release The Power Fantasy #17, beginning a new story arc, on December 9, 2026.
Updated on Nov. 7, 2026 in Comic Books
Image Comics will publish The Power Fantasy #17 on December 9, 2026, launching a new story arc after the series paused publication in February 2026. The issue will be available at comic book shops and through digital platforms.
Why it matters
The return of The Power Fantasy after a break marks the start of a fresh storyline for readers of the series, which has been nominated for the Hugo Award and the Eisner Award. The issue is offered in two cover variants for collectors.
The Power Fantasy #17 ships on Wednesday, December 9, 2026, with Cover A by Caspar Wijngaard (UPC 70985304061301711) and Cover B by Toru Terada (UPC 70985304061301721). The release follows a publication pause that began in February 2026, and the source does not specify the arc's length.
The players
Image Comics
Image Comics is an independent American comic book publisher known for creator-owned series, and it publishes The Power Fantasy.
Kieron Gillen
Kieron Gillen is a British comics writer known for his work on acclaimed series, and he writes The Power Fantasy.
The details
Written by Kieron Gillen and illustrated by Caspar Wijngaard, The Power Fantasy #17 begins a new story arc from Image Comics. The issue is available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Kindle, Apple Books, Kobo, and Hoopla.
Timeline
February 2026: Publication of The Power Fantasy paused.
November 2026: New story arc and first look announced.
December 9, 2026: The Power Fantasy #17 available at comic book shops.
Culture Shift
The Power Fantasy's continuation under Image Comics' creator-owned model reflects the independent publishing approach that has allowed writers like Kieron Gillen to sustain acclaimed series outside traditional corporate imprints. The series' Hugo and Eisner nominations place it within a growing body of award-recognized independent comics.
Readers can pick up The Power Fantasy #17 at local comic book shops on December 9, 2026, or read it digitally on platforms including Kindle, Google Play, Apple Books, Kobo, and Hoopla. Two cover variants are available for those who want to collect them.
The takeaway
Readers returning to The Power Fantasy can check local comic book shops or digital platforms for issue #17 starting December 9, 2026, to catch the new story arc from its first issue.
What happens next
The Power Fantasy #17 is scheduled for release at comic book shops on Wednesday, December 9, 2026.
Further reading
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Source note: This article includes information reported by First Comics News.
