Comic Books: Skybound, Image & Hasbro Announce Second Printing for TRANSFORMERS #25 by Robert Kirkman & Dan Mora

10/15/25

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**Press Release**

Skybound, Image & Hasbro Announce Second Printing for TRANSFORMERS #25 by Robert Kirkman & Dan Mora 

The New Era for the Energon Universe Begins with Massive Demand! 

Praise for the Energon Universe: 

“TRANSFORMERS is easily one of the best comics on the market. You absolutely need to be reading this series. Don’t miss it!” - KPB Comics 

“TRANSFORMERS is right in Robert Kirkman's writing wheelhouse” - Slash Film

LOS ANGELES 10/14/2025 — Today Skybound and Image Comics, in collaboration with leading games, IP and toy company Hasbro, announced that TRANSFORMERS #25, from the new powerhouse creative team of writer Robert Kirkman (Invincible, Void Rivals), artist Dan Mora (Justice League Unlimited), colorist Mike Spicer (Stillwater), and letterer Rus Wooton (Void Rivals), will return with a new printing to meet demand. 

The second printing features four all-new covers by Jason Howard, spotlighting fan favorites Mirage, Bulkhead, Bonecrusher, and Miles Mayhem will be available at comic shops on November 12th, 2025. 

The new age of the two-time Eisner Award-winning series TRANSFORMERS has launched, and it's a hit. The oversized, explosive first issue from Robert Kirkman and Dan Mora marks a major milestone in the next chapter of the iconic franchise, one filled with high-stakes drama, incredible artwork, and gripping storytelling. A perfect jumping on point for new readers, issue #25 also features a stunning story about the future of the Decepticons from Kirkman and Jorge Corona (Ain’t No Grave). 

“I'm blown away by how Optimus Primed the audience was for this issue!" said Robert Kirkman. “I did a pun in a press release! Look at me! I never expected our orders to more than double for our 25th issue and to then have to go into multiple printings to meet demand, I’m Decepticonfounded over the whole thing!” 

The Energon Universe will never be the same as the Autobots and Decepticons begin the most surprising new chapter in their war on Earth. 

Optimus Prime and the remaining Autobots must join forces with unlikely allies in order to protect their adopted planet. But Prime’s next challenge lies closer to home than he ever imagined. And what is the fate of the Decepticons? 

"To the surprise of no one, this ground-breaking issue is returning with a new printing thanks to the fans!” crowed Executive Editor Ben Abernathy. “But this issue is just the tip of the iceberg in what—and who—is to come!” 

TRANSFORMERS is the cornerstone of the Energon Universe, the crown jewel of the historic collaboration between Hasbro and Skybound, who has introduced a brand-new era of the TRANSFORMERS and G.I. JOE franchises in one shared comic book universe. Other Energon Universe titles include the ongoing series Void Rivals by writer Robert Kirkman (Invincible, The Walking Dead), artist Conor Hughes (White Ash, The Game), and colorist Patricio Delpeche (The Sandman Universe: Nightmare Country) and G.I. JOE by writer Joshua Williamson (Superman, Dark Ride), artist Andrea Milana (Cobra Commander), and colorist Lee Loughridge (Universal Monsters: The Mummy). Fans should expect can’t-miss moments from every issue of the Energon Universe, as secrets are unveiled along the path to answering the BIG questions from some of the biggest franchises in comics today.

TRANSFORMERS #25 Second Printing (Lunar Codes Below| $4.99) will be available at comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play on Wednesday, November 12, 2025. 

  • TRANSFORMERS #25 Second Printing Cover A (Mirage) by Jason Howard (Lunar Code: 0825IM8392) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #25 Second Printing Cover B (Bulkhead) by Jason Howard (Lunar Code: 0825IM8393) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #25 Second Printing Cover C (Bonecrusher) by Jason Howard (Lunar Code: 0825IM8394) 
  • TRANSFORMERS #25 Second Printing Cover D (Miles Mayhem) by Jason Howard (Lunar Code: 0825IM8395) 

TRANSFORMERS #25 2nd Printing Cover A by Jason Howard

"Cover A"

TRANSFORMERS #25 2nd Printing Cover B by Jason Howard

"Cover B"

TRANSFORMERS #25 2nd Printing Cover C by Jason Howard

"Cover C"

TRANSFORMERS #25 2nd Printing Cover D by Jason Howard

"Cover D"

ABOUT HASBRO
Hasbro is a leading games, IP and toy company whose mission is to create joy and community through the magic of play. With over 164 years of expertise, Hasbro delivers groundbreaking play experiences and reaches over 500 million kids, families and fans around the world, through physical and digital games, video games, toys, licensed consumer products, location-based entertainment, film, TV and more.    

Through its franchise-first approach, Hasbro unlocks value from both new and legacy IP, including MAGIC: THE GATHERING, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, MONOPOLY, HASBRO GAMES, NERF, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH and PEPPA PIG, as well as premier partner brands. Powered by its portfolio of thousands of iconic marks and a diversified network of partners and subsidiary studios, Hasbro brings fans together wherever they are, from tabletop to screen.   

For more than a decade, Hasbro has been consistently recognized for its corporate citizenship, including being named one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens by 3BL Media, a 2025 JUST Capital Industry Leader, one of the 50 Most Community-Minded Companies in the U.S. by the Civic 50, and a Brand that Matters by Fast Company. For more information, visit https://corporate.hasbro.com or @Hasbro on LinkedIn. 

ABOUT TRANSFORMERS
The TRANSFORMERS brand is a global powerhouse franchise with millions of fans around the world. Since 1984, the battle between the Autobots and Decepticons has come to life in movies, TV shows, comic books, innovative toys, and digital media, bringing incredible "MORE THAN MEETS THE EYE" experiences to fans of all ages. The brand's enduring connection is made possible by its rich storytelling and characters: the heroic Autobots who seek to protect all life, and the evil Decepticons who seek to conquer the universe. The TRANSFORMERS brand is a Hasbro franchise. 

ABOUT SKYBOUND ENTERTAINMENT 
Skybound is the leading entertainment company built to create, produce, scale, and sustain world-class IP across comics, television, film, video games, audio, merchandise and collectibles. Co-founded by visionary creator Robert Kirkman and CEO David Alpert, Skybound owns and controls a portfolio of globally recognized franchises and cultural hits including The Walking Dead, Invincible, Impact Winter, Stillwater and others. Through a creator-first model, Skybound has become the go-to launchpad for original stories across all forms of entertainment.

Skybound publishes bestselling comics with top industry talent across its originals, licensed slates, and young readers imprint Skybound Comet. As a licensing partner, Skybound collaborates with Hasbro, LEGO® Books, and Universal Products & Experiences on their most coveted properties. Skybound’s groundbreaking reimagination of TRANSFORMERS and G.I. JOE in the Energon Universe is Hasbro’s most successful comic book line ever, headlined by the two-time Eisner Award winning TRANSFORMERS. Additionally, Skybound  ran the two most funded comic campaigns ever on Kickstarter. 

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