Courtesy of Dark Horse Comics, AIPT can share the exclusive news that Patton Oswalt and Jordan Blum’s Minor Threats will expand with From the World of Minor Threats: The Brood #1 this December. The coming-of-age story is the first in the universe set outside Twilight City, showing off Meteor Falls. Written by Heath Corson with art by I.N.J Culbard, and letters by Nate Piekos, the series launches its first issue on December 11, 2024.
“The two major influences were Succession and then Wes Anderson’s Royal Tenenbaums, which you can very much see in Ian’s art and color palette,” said Corson. “The idea came when I was watching the film and thinking: What if this was the continuing story of Gene Hackman’s Lex Luthor? What if he married Ms. Teschmacher, had three children, and tried to raise them in the family business? So, Napleon’s brood was always his big idea: Have a dynasty. Eventually, you’ll outlive the heroes… AND WIN.”
Listen to the latest episode of our weekly comics podcast!
So what’s From the World of Minor Threats: The Brood #1 about?
Napoleon Archimedes is the archnemesis of The Searcher, and he’s fought her to a standstill for over four decades in the futuristic metropolis of Meteor Falls. But now, as he confronts his mortality, he’s forced to name a successor from his three extraordinary children: Athena, Benjamin, and Spookshow. Each is brilliant, cunning…and unlucky enough to be the child of the world’s greatest supervillain.
See, Napoleon believed he was smart enough to have it all: that he could raise a family AND conquer the world. Then he thought: why not combine them? Take the kids on as partners. Create a dynasty. …None of it went according to plan. Who will rise above the betrayal, failure, and dysfunction to seize the family business?
This unlikely coming-of-age story wrestles with the concussions and repercussions of getting raised by a once-in-a-generation criminal mind. Think your father is manipulative, cold, and demanding? Wait until you meet Napoleon.
Check out covers by Scott Hepburn (available in both standard and foil covers), I.N.J. Culbard, John K. Snyder lll, Christian Ward below (with one more yet to be revealed).
MILWAUKIE, Ore., —Dark Horse Comics presents From the World of Minor Threats: The Brood, a new coming-of-age story set in the world of Patton Oswalt and Jordan Blum’s Minor Threats. This series will also be the first set outside Twilight City, showing off a new corner of the world with Meteor Falls. Screenwriter and comic author Heath Corson (Animal Kingdom, He-Man and the Masters of the Universe) will pen the story with illustrations by I.N.J Culbard (Tales from the Umbrella Academy: You Look Like Death, Salamandre), and letters by Minor Threats veteran Nate Piekos. The Brood #1 will also feature cover art by Scott Hepburn (available in both standard and foil covers), I.N.J. Culbard, John K. Snyder lll, Christian Ward (1:10 incentive variant), and one more to be revealed at a later date.
About The Brood:
Napoleon Archimedes is the archnemesis of The Searcher, and he’s fought her to a standstill for over four decades in the futuristic metropolis of Meteor Falls. But now, as he confronts his mortality, he’s forced to name a successor from his three extraordinary children: Athena, Benjamin, and Spookshow. Each is brilliant, cunning…and unlucky enough to be the child of the world’s greatest supervillain.
See, Napoleon believed he was smart enough to have it all: that he could raise a family AND conquer the world. Then he thought: why not combine them? Take the kids on as partners. Create a dynasty. …None of it went according to plan. Who will rise above the betrayal, failure, and dysfunction to seize the family business?
This unlikely coming-of-age story wrestles with the concussions and repercussions of getting raised by a once-in-a-generation criminal mind. Think your father is manipulative, cold, and demanding? Wait until you meet Napoleon.
“The two major influences were Succession and then Wes Anderson’s Royal Tenenbaums, which you can very much see in Ian’s art and color palette,” said Corson. “The idea came when I was watching the film and thinking: What if this was the continuing story of Gene Hackman’s Lex Luthor? What if he married Ms. Teschmacher, had three children, and tried to raise them in the family business? So, Napleon’s brood was always his big idea: Have a dynasty. Eventually, you’ll outlive the heroes… AND WIN.”
From the World of Minor Threats: The Brood #1 arrives in stores on December 11, 2024. It is now available to pre-order from your local comic shop for $4.99.
Be sure to follow Dark Horse Comics on social media and check our website, www.darkhorse.com, for more news, announcements, and updates!
Praise for Minor Threats and From the World of Minor Threats:
“The Alternates is the rare comic spinoff that not only continues the magic of its flagship series but manages to work as something unique and accessible. Unsurprisingly, Patton Oswalt, Jordan Blum, and Tim Seeley all nail the script, hooking you into the characters and the narrative immediately. Coupled with Christopher Mitten and Tess Fowler’s ambitious and scrappy art, this issue is great, plain and simple.”—Comicbook.com
“Barfly #1 is a delightful addition to the world of Minor Threats. With its outstanding writing, stunning visuals, and memorable characters this comic is a true work of art. If the next three issues are anything like the premiere issue, we are in for one hell of a ride and is in serious contention for our comic book of the year!”—Capes & Tights
“If you’re looking for a new comic world to explore filled with comedy, crime, generational trauma, and insanely unique superpowers, all drawn with gorgeously detailed art…then this is the comic for you!” —Nerd Initiative on Minor Threats: The Fastest Way Down
“Minor Threats: The Fastest Way Down #1 expands upon one of the most interesting superhero books on the stands, and it isn’t afraid to shake things up.”—AIPT Comics
Join the AIPT Patreon
Want to take our relationship to the next level? Become a patron today to gain access to exclusive perks, such as:
- ❌ Remove all ads on the website
- 💬 Join our Discord community, where we chat about the latest news and releases from everything we cover on AIPT
- 📗 Access to our monthly book club
- 📦 Get a physical trade paperback shipped to you every month
- 💥 And more!
Sign up for our newsletter
