GVN Talking Comics Exclusive Announcement: Oni Press: 'Spirit of the Shadows' Issue 2 By Nick Cagnetti And Daniel Ziegler

Last month, we had the pleasure of catching up with artist Nick Cagnetti about his and Daniel Ziegler’s Oni Press series, Spirit of the Shadows, just ahead of its debut. Now, Oni Press is excited to share that issue #1 has completely sold out at the distribution level and will be re-released with a second printing on February 25th. Along with this news, we’re thrilled to bring you an exclusive first look at issue #2 of Spirit of the Shadows.

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SPIRIT OF THE SHADOWS #1

Returns For a Second Printing After Its Instantly Sold-Out Debut

PORTLAND, OR (January 29, 2026) A HERO OUT OF HELL! Oni Press – the multiple Eisner and Harvey Award-winning publisher of groundbreaking comics and graphic novels since 1997 – is thrilled to announce that SPIRIT OF THE SHADOWS #1 (of 5) has sold out at the distributor level and will return with a brand-new second printing on February 25th! The first issue of the new year’s most spectacular, eye-popping indie horror hit by retro-powered cartoonist Nick Cagnetti (Pink Lemonade) and co-creator Daniel Ziegler (Elodie) will return with a second printing variant cover by Cagnetti — just in time for the all-new mystical chapter SPIRIT OF THE SHADOWS #2 (of 5), also hitting stores on February 25th. Ahead of both issues landing in stores on February 25th, Oni is proud to present a first look inside the ethereally kaleidoscopic second issue below.

“Things heat up hugely in the second issue, and part of that you can see from these previews where we’ve got three double-page spreads in a row, each taking place subsequently in our three main settings: the living world, the Spirit Realm, and the flashbacks,” said Nick Cagnetti. “Each of those stylistic differences is put on display here as we keep unraveling Erik’s journey, going deeper towards more startling places simultaneously in each of our settings as they inevitably converge! These three probably still aren’t even the craziest spread of this issue, either!”

As the deceased musician Erik Leroux journeys through an eerie underworld realm alongside the enigmatic Elizabeth, the truth of his forgotten past begins to unfold—one page at a time. But in the land of the living, danger brews as a vengeful witch named Helena and her arcane pet rabbit, Haruspex, mark Erik for destruction. But what dark grudge binds her to a man who no longer walks among the living? And how does it all tie back to Erik’s long-lost love—the mysterious Katrina? Ghosts, grief, and grim revelations collide in this twisted tale of love, memory, and the shadows from the past!

“Seeing the overwhelming excitement for Spirit of the Shadows has been such a rewarding start to this book’s journey out into the world, and we’re so glad even more readers will now have a chance to pick up the first issue beyond its initial release,” said Daniel ZIegler. “As the truth of Erik’s dark past continues to emerge, we made sure to fill each issue to the brim with mystery, romance, and supernatural goodness, so you won’t want to miss a moment!”