Spirit of the Shadows #1
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| Writer | Nick Cagnetti, Daniel Ziegler |
| Artist | Nick Cagnetti |
| Cover Price | $4.99 |
EMBRACE YOUR FEAR . . . THE SPIRIT OF THE SHADOWS DRAWS NEAR! From the darkest recesses within acclaimed cartoonist Nick Cagnetti (Pink Lemonade, XINO) and co-creator Daniel Ziegler (Elodie) comes the most visually stunning, outrageously otherworldly, and hauntingly heartfelt superhero-horror hit of 2026! Once, Erik Leroux was a mortal musician, selflessly devoted to his music and his true love, Katrina . . . until his sudden death plunged his soul into the carnival-like torments of the Spirit World beyond our own. Now, reborn as a phantom with fleeting memories of his life among the living, and forever cursed to bear the arcane costume his c more
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10
Pastrami Nation - Nolan Smith
Jan 26, 2026If youre looking for something fresh, weird, emotional, and completely different from standard genre fare, Spirit of the Shadows #1 is a must-read. Its a bold, confident debut and an early contender for one of the standout new series of 2026. Read Full Review
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Get Your Comic On - Aaron Gillingham
Jan 28, 2026Spirit of the Shadows #1 comes out swinging as one of the most visually creative and stylish comics in recent years. From its luminous artwork to its instantly memorable characters and playful energy, this is one series you don't want to miss. Read Full Review
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9.5
Comic Book Clique - Frank Jarome
Jan 31, 2026That’s what this book is. I feel like I’m starting to repeat myself, so I’ll finish with this: please, give Spirit of the Shadows a shot. No matter what your taste, I really do think you’ll find something in here that you’ll like. If you do, I’d love to hear about it. Read Full Review
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9.0
AIPT - David Brooke
Dec 17, 2025Spirits of the Shadows #1 is bold, weird, and bursting with imagination. The debut issue takes big swings and lands most of its punches, delivering a supernatural origin story that feels more like a kaleidoscopic descent into memory and identity than a standard hero's journey. Its imaginative visuals, clever narrative devices, and tragic, music-powered protagonist combine to create a world that feels alive, strange, and full of possibility. By the final page, the book has done exactly what a great first issue should: establish a bold identity, raise unsettling questions, and make it very hard not to come back for more. Read Full Review
USER REVIEWS Back to Top
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9.5
It's a intriging story, visually stunning and has a nice pace. The question I have is, is issue #2 going to be equally good? If so, you make have a true gem in your hands.
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