SDCC 2025 Exclusive – Robert Kirkman & David Finch Talk “Skinbreaker”

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Skinbreaker – The Interview

  • Robert Kirkman (creator of The Walking Dead, Invincible) and David Finch (known for Batman, New Avengers) discuss their new 8‑issue creator-owned series Skinbreaker—in partnership with Skybound/Image Comics.
  • The team includes colorist Annalisa Leoni and letterer Rus Wooton, rounding out a powerhouse group.
  • Check out the full interview below!

Story & Worldbuilding

  • Skinbreaker is set in a brutal, epic realm where Enor, an ageing chieftain wielding the legendary hammer Skinbreaker, prepares to pass his mantle to his reluctant heir Anok.
  • The interview reveals a tension-filled power struggle within the tribe, while even darker threats emerge lurking beyond their borders.

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Tone & Emotional Depth

  • Kirkman describes the series as a “high‑water mark” for both him and Finch, blending relentless action with deep emotional impact—it’s meant to shock, move, and linger with the reader.

Release Timing & Expectations

  • The series is set to launch on September 24, 2025, with each issue priced around $4.99 (standard) or $14.99 for the oversized Treasury version.
  • Kirkman hints that Skinbreaker won’t just entertain—it’ll redefine expectations for epic storytelling in comics.

Final Take

For fans of high-stakes fantasy comics, Skinbreaker promises a visceral, emotional rollercoaster with enormous artistic ambition. In this roundtable, expect revealing commentary on the journey behind the book—from concept to collaboration to collectible execution. Kirkman and Finch make it clear: this is not just another series — it’s a landmark.

Michael Rothman
Michael Rothmanhttps://www.michaelkrothman.com/
Better known as “SuperheroTok” on TikTok, Michael is an Emmy Award winning entertainment reporter spending over a decade at ABC & Good Morning America, hosting shows like Inside Marvel! Michael brings his unique vision and passion to TikTok, where he also hosts “Shortboxed Presents,” a series focused on everything fans need to know about buying and selling comics in the grading age. He’s also a proud husband, and father to a little golden retriever.

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