Dog Tag # 1 Cover B Piriz Variant First Printing 2026 BN

Dog Tag #1 is a new six-issue World War II comic series from Mad Cave Studios, scheduled for release on May 6, 2026. Written by Mark Russell and illustrated by PJ Holden, the series is inspired by real-world events and the experiences of Russell's grandfather.

Plot & Themes

The story follows Corporal Tom Fuller, a soldier-journalist, during the final year of World War II. It tracks his journey from the invasion of Normandy to the eventual surrender of Japan.

• Grounded Realism: Unlike stylized "heroic" war movies, the series aims to portray the "quiet heroism" of scared, tired boys facing the grim reality of conflict.
• A Soldier's Witness: The narrative focuses on the line between witnessing history and simply trying to survive it.

Creative Team

• Writer: Mark Russell
• Artist: PJ Holden
• Colorist: JP Jordan
• Letterer: Buddy Beaudoin