Bad Idea Comics has unveiled its publishing slate for October 2026, headlined by a new sci-fi epic from acclaimed creators. the announcement features several high-concept genre titles ranging from neo-noir mysteries to prehistoric warfare.
The Laphams' neo-noir return with The Detective
David and Maria Lapham, the Eisner Award-winning duo known for Stray Bullets, are set to laucnh The Detective in October 2026. According to the recent solicits from Bad Idea Comics, the seriees is a neo-noir sci-fi epic centered on homicide detective Valencia Vallez. The narrative begins with Vallez waking up in an unfamiliar bed, holding a revolver next to a corpse, with no memory of the preceding events.
As Vallez investigates the gangland execution of her husband, she must navigate a landscape of corrupt law enforcement and "mechanical Judges." The story promises a blend of worldbuilding reminiscent of Blade Runner and the intricate mystery of Chinatown, while incorporating the visual style associated with Jack Kirby's Fourth World.
Pete Sanborn's mutant alligator hunt in NYC
The October lineup also features LANCER, a series following Pete Sanborn, a former Marine seeking survival through the LANCER app. As reported by the source, Sanborn takes on various "extermination gigs" to maintain his livelihood. this path eventually leads him into the sewers of New York City, where he faces a horde of mutant alligators after being offered a way out by an old military comrade.
A Russian Spearhead jet chase in Vorkuta
Action moves to the Arctic Circle in the upcoming Cole Norton title. The story follows Norton after a high-speed rail heist as he infiltrates the city of Vorkuta. His mission involves tracking a mysterious CIA contact to secure a Russian Spearhead jet. However, the mission is complicated by the presence of the treacherous Kovalev and a squadron of Spetsnaz soldiers.
The Tankers' 65-million-year-old alien conflict
Rounding out the announcements is The Tankers, a series that shifts the scale to a prehistoric setting. The characters find themselves 65 million years in the past, engaging in combat against a battalion of ancient alien soldiers in a high-firepower battle.
Unresolved details in the Bad Idea Comics slate
While the solicitations provide striking premises, several details remain unconfirmed. For instance, the source does not specify the exact role of the "mechanical Judges" in The Detective or the identity of the CIA contact in the Cole Norton series. Furthermore, while the month of October 2026 is established, specific release dates and pricing for these individual titles have not yet been disclosed by Bad Idea Comics. Additionally, the source only provides the promotional descriptions provided by the publisher, leaving the depth of the supporting cast unverified.
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