Dead by Daylight: The Hillbilly # 1 Cover G Color Blank Variant 2026 BN

Dead by Daylight: The Hillbilly #1 is the first issue of a 4-part prequel miniseries by Titan Comics, released on April 8, 2026. Following the success of The Legion comic, this series dives into the origin story of Max Thompson Jr., the original chainsaw-wielding killer from the video game. 

Plot & Themes

The story presents a "slow-burn" horror mystery that introduces a new human perspective to the lore. 

• The Protagonist: The issue follows Darnell Hollis, a rookie cop who achieves local fame after a major drug bust.
• Waking Nightmares: Despite his success, Hollis is haunted by terrifying visions of violence and viscera.
• Coldwind Farm: The narrative leads Hollis to the infamous Coldwind Farm, where he encounters a disfigured "monster" kept in a dark basement—a man known simply as "Boy" who is testing the strength of his chains.
• The Killer: While The Hillbilly is featured on the covers, his appearance in the first issue is primarily a cliffhanger, establishing the atmosphere before the full slaughter begins. 

Key Features

• Creative Team: Written by Derek Fridolfs (Batman: Arkham City) with gritty, pulp-style art by Dean Kotz and colors by Allison Hu.
• In-Game Bonus: Every physical copy includes a unique code to unlock an exclusive in-game charm for the Dead by Daylight video game.
• Visual Style: The art is designed with a "raw and unsettling" 1970s horror aesthetic.