​Set to be released online and in stores in Spring 2019 Fans invited to attend special Legendary Comics’ MonsterVerse panel at Los Angeles Comic Con on October 27 for a chance to receive a limited-edition Godzilla: Aftershock poster

LOS ANGELES, October 25, 2018 – In anticipation of next summer’s big-screen blockbuster, Godzilla: King of the Monsters, Legendary Comics announces the thrilling companion graphic novel GODZILLA: AFTERSHOCK, written by Arvid Nelson, with art by Drew Edward Johnson. Continuing the story of 2014’s Godzilla after the catastrophic events in San Francisco, the King of the Monsters finds himself once again threatened as a terrifying new foe rises from the depths of the earth, unleashing a series of devastating earthquakes and driven by an unstoppable primal instinct that will test the King of Monsters like never before. Godzilla: Aftershock will be available online and in stores in Spring 2019. Follow Facebook.com/LegendaryComics for the latest news and updates.

“Godzilla: Aftershock is yet another exhilarating entry into the canon of the MonsterVerse, and it is especially exciting to introduce fans to a brand new original monster unique to the comic, but true to the legacy of Godzilla,” said Robert Napton, Senior Vice President of Legendary Comics.

Introducing characters from the upcoming movie, the graphic novel also invites readers to delve further into the activities of cryptozoological agency Monarch. The brilliant and driven Monarch operative Dr. Emma Russell races to stop the threat as clues emerge to reveal a terrible secret—a tragedy, of apocalyptic proportions from the distant past that changed the course of human history, is returning to threaten it once more. A shadowy figure stalks Emma’s every move as she travels the globe to uncover secrets, while Godzilla clashes in an ancient rivalry as old as the earth itself. The fate of the world lies in the balance in an epic confrontation that no Godzilla fan will want to miss.

Fans attending Los Angeles Comic Con are invited to get a sneak peek of GODZILLA: AFTERSHOCK at the Legendary Comics panel “Godzilla: Secrets of the MonsterVerse” in Room 403B on Saturday, October 27 at 3pm. The first 500 fans in attendance will receive an exclusive signed/numbered Godzilla poster only available at the panel. For more information, please visit: https://www.comicconla.com/.

Legendary Entertainment and Warner Bros. Pictures’ Godzilla: King of the Monsters will be released in theaters nationwide on May 31, 2019.

Official solicitation info from Diamond:
GODZILLA AFTERSHOCK HC GN
(W) Arvid Nelson (A) Drew Johnson (CA) Christopher Shy, Art Adams
The official prequel graphic novel to the major motion picture, Godzilla: King of the Monsters.
In Shops: Apr 17, 2019
SRP: $24.99

SKULL ISLAND BIRTH OF KONG
JUL171994
(W) Arvid Nelson (A/CA) Zid
Continues the story of the feature film, Kong: Skull Island. As the ultimate monster icon returned to the big screen in the highly anticipated film Kong: Skull Island, Legendary Comics expanded the story of King Kong with an exciting new comic series. Readers will join the mysterious organization Monarch on a mission into myth, revealing the untold origins of this god-like creature and the battle for survival that made him the last of his kind. Collects issues #1-4, plus exclusive back matter with monster profiles.
In Shops: Sep 13, 2017
SRP: $12.99

The new book was released in Japan the end of November for approx $32 US, check out all the info here (note it is in Japanese).

From Character JAPAN

With the release of the new "Godzilla" film, this "Godzilla Special" issue celebrates 100 years of history; Godzilla's 60th birthday and Big Comic Original's 40th anniversary.

A total of 20 authors including Rumiko Takahashi (Urusei Yatsura), Kitami Kenichi (Tsuribaka Nisshi), and Keigo Shinzo (Bokura no Funka Matsuri) have passionately created works brimming with their love for Godzilla.

Additionally, this issue is full of special features like interviews with celebrity Godzilla fans Shiro Sano, Baku Yumemakura, and Masuko Naozumi (of Dohatsuten) in which they each reflect passionately on what Godzilla means to them.

Also included are a chart showing Godzilla's evolution and a summary of a round-table discussion with Godzilla fans.

■ Contributors

Shimpei Ito, Yasuo Otagaki, Tobira Oda, Naoki Karasawa, Masahiko Kikuni, Kenichi Kitami, Akira Saso, Keigo Shinzo, Yasuhiko Takata, Rumiko Takahashi, Yamamoto Terry, Kazuichi Hanawa, Mochiru Hoshisato, Yasushi Hoshino, Nobuyuki Hori, Kazuha Magokoro, Koichi Masahara, Yukio Miyama, Daijiro Morohoshi, Sensha Yoshida (ordered by Japanese syllabary)

 ■ Special Features

1. "60 Years of Godzilla, King of Monsters"
An introduction to the history of Godzilla along with a chart showing how the monster has changed over the years.

2. "An analysis of the movie 'Godzilla'" - by Minoru Kawasaki
Film director Minoru Kawasaki talks all about the new Hollywood big budget Godzilla movie.

3. "Godzilla vs. Godzilla Fans: The Greatest Conversation on Earth"
A summary of a 7 hour roundtable discussion between kaijuu (giant monster) loving manga authors Nobuyuki Hori, Sensha Yoshida, and Naoki Karasawa, as well as Fuyuki Shinada, a molding artist with previous experience working on Godzilla suits.

4. "Godzilla Fan Interviews: Roar at Godzilla!"
Actor Shiro Sano, author/photographer Baku Yumemakura, and musician Masuko Naozumi (of the band Dohatsuten) each give passionate interviews on what Godzilla means to them.

 ■ Big Comic Original Extra "Godzilla Special" digital version details:

On sale from July 22nd (Tuesday)
Price: ¥350 (excluding tax)
Sales period: July 22nd, 2014 (Tuesday) - October 24th, 2014 (Friday)
Publisher: Shogakukan's official digital comic sales site — Comic Shogakukan Books