I Hate Fairyland # 49 Cover D Skottie Young Invincible Team-Up Variant 2026 BN

I Hate Fairyland #49 was released on March 25, 2026, as the penultimate issue leading up to the series' major milestone 50th issue. Published by Image Comics, this issue features the return of the original creator alongside a new guest artist for a "penultimate party". 

Plot & Synopsis 

• The Eve of 50: Gert and Larry engage in "messed-up mischief" as they prepare for their transition into "quinquagenarians" (becoming "The Olds") in the upcoming issue #50.
• Chaos in Fairyland: The story includes a chaotic tavern scene and a flashback revealing a fairy godmother's deteriorating magical abilities.
• Creative Team: Written by Skottie Young with interior and cover art by Derek Laufman. 

Variant Covers 

This issue features several collectible covers, including a special crossover variant: 

• Cover A: Main cover by Derek Laufman.
• Cover B: Variant by Derek Laufman.
• Cover C: Variant by Skottie Young.
• Cover D: Invincible Team-Up Variant by Skottie Young, featuring a crossover-style homage to the Invincible universe.