M.A.S.K. # 1 Cover C Cedric Poulat Variant First Printing 2026 BN

M.A.S.K. #1 is the highly anticipated debut issue of a new ongoing comic book series launching on June 10, 2026. Published by Skybound Entertainment via Image Comics, this series officially introduces the classic 1980s Mobile Armored Strike Kommand franchise into Hasbro’s shared Energon Universe, kicking off the line's "Phase Two".

Core Storyline

• The Threat: The world has become increasingly volatile as a secret global arms race escalates. Miles Mayhem and his villainous syndicate, V.E.N.O.M., are scouring the globe to secure deadly, advanced weaponry from this planet and beyond, preparing to sell out humanity.
• The Response: To fight back, Matt Trakker recruits a specialized network of ordinary agents to tackle the crisis. Armed with bleeding-edge technology, Trakker’s network deploys special masks and vehicles that convert into advanced weaponry at a moment's notice. However, Trakker must wrestle with his own secrets while trying to protect the world.
• Shared Universe Tie-In: The groundwork for the series was laid in the pages of Transformers and G.I. Joe, where Miles Mayhem and Matt Trakker made their respective universe debuts before crossing paths here.

Creative Team

• Writer: Written by Dan Watters, known for his work on Batman: Dark Patterns and the Energon Universe's Destro miniseries.
• Artist: Illustrated by Pye Parr (Petrol Head), who brings high-octane 1980s sports cars, lasers, jets, and transforming tech to life.
• Colorist: Colored by Pierluigi Casolino.