August 2025 Comic Solicitations Highlight Genre Innovation, Franchise Milestones

August 2025's comic book solicitations showcase a mix of genre experimentation and iconic franchise milestones from major publishers. Oni Press emphasizes horror, sci-fi, and cult IP reinventions with series like Cruel Universe 2 blending space horror with anthology traditions, alongside offerings such as Cemetery Kids Run Rabid and Adventure Time specials that balance dread with humor. DC Comics presents a dynamic lineup featuring cosmic reinventions and introspective heroism, highlighted by Batman #163's climactic storyline, new titles like Immortal Legend Batman #1 and Justice League Red #1, and deluxe reprints honoring its legacy. Detective Comics #1097 continues Batman's narrative with a new threat tied to his past and personal relationships. Additionally, artist Germán Erramouspe is recognized for his diverse horror comic work, spanning international and American projects, reflecting a career dedicated to artistic growth and genre storytelling. Meanwhile, creator Michael Trachiotis discusses his historical comic Once Upon a Time in San Francisco, inspired by Sergio Leone's cinematic style and set in the early 20th-century Barbary Coast and Chinatown, highlighting the underworld and gang conflicts of the era.