Zatanna # 1 Cover G 1:25 Incentive Tedesco Variant 2026 BN

A "1:25 Variant" is an incentive variant cover for a comic book that a retailer can order from the publisher. The "1:25" refers to the ratio of regular copies a store must order to qualify for a single copy of that special cover.

Zatanna (2026) #1 is the debut of a new ongoing series from DC Comics, officially hitting shelves this Wednesday, April 29, 2026. Part of the DC Next Level initiative, this series is written and illustrated by superstar creator Jamal Campbell, who previously handled the character in the acclaimed Zatanna: It's Showtime. 

Plot & New Status Quo

The series establishes a major new role for Zatanna Zatara within the DC Universe. 

• Prime Magus: Zatanna has been appointed as the first "Prime Magus" in millennia. This new title gives her the immense responsibility of overseeing and guiding the world of magic, all while she attempts to balance it with her high-profile stage career.
• The Conflict: Her plans for a "less chaotic" chapter of life are immediately derailed when her stage crew is abducted by a mysterious ghostly adversary known as The Lady White. To save them, Zatanna must navigate pocket dimensions themed after forgotten cinematic histories. 

Release Details & Variants

The issue is a 32-page standard comic with a base price of $3.99, though cardstock and foil variants are priced higher. 

• Main Cover: Illustrated by series creator Jamal Campbell.
• Variant Covers: Notable artists providing covers for this launch include Adam Hughes, Kyuyong Eom, and Jorge Corona. A high-end foil variant by Adam Hughes is also available.