Head Lopper # 1 Cover A First Printing 2026 BN

Head Lopper #1 (2026) is an extra-length relaunch of the acclaimed high-fantasy series by Andrew MacLean, scheduled for release on April 22, 2026. This oversized 80-page issue celebrates the 10th anniversary of the character's debut at Image Comics. 

Story & Premise

The new series serves as both a perfect jumping-on point for new readers and a continuation of the saga for returning fans. 

• The Protagonists: The story follows Norgal, the legendary warrior known as the Head Lopper, and Agatha the Blue Witch—a snarky, severed head he carries as a companion.
• The Setting: The plot picks up chronologically after the events of Volume 4, with Norgal facing deadly new quests and mythic beasts across a visually stunning high-fantasy world.
• Tone: Characterized as a "masterclass in kinetic action and dark humor," the series is often described as a mix of Conan the Barbarian, Hellboy, and the wit of the Coen Brothers. 

Issue Details

• Release Date: April 22, 2026.
• Format: Oversized, 80-page "extra-length" issue.
• Creative Team: Written and illustrated by Andrew MacLean with colors by Jordie Bellaire.