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The Horror of Godzilla [Kai-Sei Era] (2026)

A terrifying, jaw-dropping, awe-inspiring look at Godzilla’s first attack! Who unleashed the fury of Godzilla upon mankind? This comic goes deep into the lives of the two scientists who pushed their experiments too far…and watched as humanity paid the consequences. What caused their recklessness? What are they not telling us? And what lengths are they willing to go to in order to clear their conscience? Meanwhile, Godzilla’s attack continues, illustrated in horrific fashion by comic book legend Tristan Jones! The King of the Monsters has never loomed larger than in the pages of The Horror of Godzilla.

A terrifying look at Godzilla’s first attack! Tokyo, 1954. As the country begins to look toward its postwar future, two scientists start an experiment in the Pacific Ocean. It is meant to change everything…and it will. Come now, reader, and bear witness to the incredible horror of the King of the Monsters. There are no heroes. There are no survivors. There is only the wrath of Godzilla.This standalone four-issue miniseries serves as a prequel to the Kai-Sei Era while also being perfect for fans of Godzilla: Minus One, Shin Godzilla, and Godzilla (1954). Written by rising star authors Griffin Sheridan and Ethan S. Parker (Marvel Zombies, Kill Your Darlings) and illustrated by one of the best horror artists of all time, Tristan Jones (Event Horizon, Aliens), this comic experience puts you on the ground during the kaiju’s first attack. And as readers will soon discover, they’ve never seen a Godzilla attack quite like this one before…

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The Horror Of Godzilla [Kai Sei Era] #2 Cover A (Jones)

Issue #2

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The Horror Of Godzilla [Kai Sei Era] #2 Cover A (Jones)

Release: September 16, 2026
The Horror Of Godzilla [Kai Sei Era] #1 Cover A (Jones)

Issue #1

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The Horror Of Godzilla [Kai Sei Era] #1 Cover A (Jones)

Release: July 29, 2026

Reading Order

  1. The Horror Of Godzilla [Kai Sei Era] #1 Cover A (Jones)

    A terrifying look at Godzilla’s first attack! Tokyo, 1954. As the country begins to look toward its postwar future, two scientists start an experiment in the Pacific Ocean. It is meant to change everything…and it will. Come now, reader, and bear witness to the incredible horror of the King of the Monsters. There are no heroes. There are no survivors. There is only the wrath of Godzilla.This standalone four-issue miniseries serves as a prequel to the Kai-Sei Era while also being perfect for fans of Godzilla: Minus One, Shin Godzilla, and Godzilla (1954). Written by rising star authors Griffin Sheridan and Ethan S. Parker (Marvel Zombies, Kill Your Darlings) and illustrated by one of the best horror artists of all time, Tristan Jones (Event Horizon, Aliens), this comic experience puts you on the ground during the kaiju’s first attack. And as readers will soon discover, they’ve never seen a Godzilla attack quite like this one before…

  2. The Horror Of Godzilla [Kai Sei Era] #2 Cover A (Jones)

    A terrifying, jaw-dropping, awe-inspiring look at Godzilla’s first attack! Who unleashed the fury of Godzilla upon mankind? This comic goes deep into the lives of the two scientists who pushed their experiments too far…and watched as humanity paid the consequences. What caused their recklessness? What are they not telling us? And what lengths are they willing to go to in order to clear their conscience? Meanwhile, Godzilla’s attack continues, illustrated in horrific fashion by comic book legend Tristan Jones! The King of the Monsters has never loomed larger than in the pages of The Horror of Godzilla.