The ever-expanding Godzilla lore welcomes a new batch of characters and higher stakes than ever. Seventy-one years after the King of the Monsters’ movie debut, Godzilla’s popularity is only continuing to rise. IDW’s Kai-Sei Era comics include the titles Godzilla, Godzilla: Escape the Deadzone, and Starship Godzilla, each exploring drastically different aspects of Godzilla lore and unique genres.
As IDW’s Godzilla introduces a variety of heroes dealing with Kai-Sei energy on Earth, the other two titles venture into far-off areas. Godzilla: Escape the Deadzone takes place in the ravaged, creature-ridden lands of Seattle. Meanwhile, Starship Godzilla traverses the distant reaches of outer space.
Godzilla: Escape The Deadzone #4; Written by Ethan Parker & Griffin Sheridan; Art by Pablo Tunica
As the Wanderer dives deeper into the Deadzone with his protégés, they distance themselves away from the Church of Godzilla, but they come closer to Godzilla himself. Now, the Wanderer, Runt, and Glasseater will get to witness the King of the Monsters thrive in his self-made kingdom with their own mutated eyes. On November 12, Godzilla: Escape The Deadzone #4 will introduce a new giant character with the potential to be the Adopted Daughter of the King of the Monsters. Read the solicit for Godzilla: Escape The Deadzone #4 below:
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November 12, 2025 – Pre-orders for issue #5 are due November 10 |
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Ethan Parker & Griffin Sheridan |
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Pablo Tunica |
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Enter the Deadzone! The mysterious kai-sei infected wasteland the government would have you believe is uninhabited…but do you believe that? The Wanderer—a half-man, half-kaiju hybrid—is just about the only being brave enough to travel across this strange world. But as of late, he’s not traveling alone. He’s discovered two children with the ability to control kaiju! In this issue, our traveling circus of freaks come across a 40-foot woman who’s in love with the King of the Monsters! Can our crew help this heartbroken giantess? |
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So far, Godzilla: Escape the Deadzone has explored the more populated areas of the titular location. Even for mutated survivors, it’s incredibly difficult to penetrate the denser parts of the Deadzone, let alone survive them. Only Godzilla himself is able to learn all the secrets of the Deadzone from his towering perspective. However, now that the Wanderer, Runt, and Glasseater have passed their first challenge in Godzilla’s territory, they will get a first-row ticket to Godzilla’s personal matters, which might involve the modern-day adaptation of the classic B-horror Attack of the 50-Foot Woman.
The Deadzone is an inspired addition to Godzilla lore. What once used to be Seattle is now a piece of land almost completely taken over by nature, inhabited by the most terrifying of monsters and wild creatures, as well as survivors who can barely cope with their day-to-day struggles. In a way, the Deadzone is the Godzilla equivalent of Kong’s famous Skull Island, but located smack-dab in the middle of contemporary civilization.
The Starship Godzilla Crew’s Allegiances Are Tested As They Approach SpaceGodzilla
Starship Godzilla #5; Written by Chris Gooch; Art by Oliver Ono
As Earth deals with countless kaiju problems, outer space is populated by its own fair share of creatures and individuals looking to profit from them. Naturally, the crew of Starship Godzilla, piloting Mechagodzilla itself, is the best-suited team for these kinds of missions. Starship Godzilla #1 presents a dangerous mission that ends with an unexpected ally, but the crew’s next few trials don’t seem to place the odds on their side. Read the solicit for Starship Godzilla #5 below:
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February 18 – Pre-orders due January 12 |
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Chris Gooch |
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Oliver Ono |
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Captured by her friends and stuck inside a Xilien starship! The crew of the Starship Godzilla takes on high-stakes kaiju-based missions…on behalf of the evil Xilien Empire?! This is news to the first mate, Ayan…but it’s apparently not news to her trusted mentor Rohan and beloved grandma Gen. Naturally…Ayan tries to fight! But what’s one woman to do in the face of a galactic takeover led by a weaponized SpaceGodzilla?! Can she convince her friends and crew to fight on behalf of the rebellion?! |
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It won’t be long until the Starship Godzilla crew starts unveiling secrets and turning against each other. But in outer space, keeping the peace is essential for survival, even if that means having to be flexible with questionable allegiances. When challenged by forces way out of their control, the heroes will likely miss the days when kaiju were their biggest problems.
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Tomoyuki Tanaka, Akira Watanabe
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Godzilla, Godzilla 2, Godzilla 3, Shin Godzilla, Godzilla, Godzilla, Godzilla vs. Kong, Godzilla Minus One, Mothra vs. Godzilla, Godzilla Vs King Kong, Godzilla: Tokyo S.O.S., godzilla: monster planet, Godzilla vs. Gigan, Godzilla vs. Mechagodzilla, Godzilla: Final Wars, King Kong vs. Godzilla, Godzilla vs. Mechagodzilla II, Godzilla: The Showa Era Films, Godzilla vs. Biollante
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November 17, 2023
The Godzilla franchise, spanning over six decades, follows the adventures of the titular kaiju, a colossal, prehistoric sea monster awakened and empowered by nuclear radiation. Originating in Japan, Godzilla has evolved from a destructive force of nature to a protector of humanity, battling various other giant monsters, including iconic foes like King Ghidorah, Mothra, and Mechagodzilla. The series explores themes of environmental destruction, nuclear anxiety, and human resilience. With numerous films, TV series, and an expanding universe, Godzilla remains a cultural icon, captivating audiences worldwide with its epic battles and compelling narratives.