Todd McFarlane Productions is thrilled to reveal new details about a thrilling incentive for the oversized anniversary issue KING SPAWN #50: the Cover H 1:1000 Raw Pencil Virgin Variant.

The press release follows:

Media Release -- As excitement builds for King Spawn #50 and the launch of the 50/50/50 Program, Todd McFarlane Productions is pleased to unveil new details behind one of the most exciting incentives tied to the oversized anniversary issue: Cover H, the 1:1000 Raw Pencil Virgin Variant.



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Each copy of Cover H will include an original, hand-drawn Spawn sketch inserted directly into the book. Fifty orders will receive sketches by Todd McFarlane himself. After that, all remaining sketches will be randomly assigned from a select group of acclaimed Spawn Universe artists: Jonathan Glapion, Carlo Barberi, Brett Booth, Stephen Segovia, and Jason Shawn Alexander. Sketch artist selection is random and cannot be requested—and ordering early does not guarantee a McFarlane Sketch.

In addition to the sketch insert, every copy of Cover H will be signed by Todd McFarlane and will include a CGC Certificate verifying that both the book and signature are eligible for CGC's Signature Series program. The certificate will also confirm the authenticity of the inserted sketch. McFarlane has committed to not sign this cover again, ensuring these copies remain limited and highly collectible.

"The rarity of the low print run of the 1:1,000 along with doing a batch of sketches is not something we do. So, to be able to combine two retailer incentives into one (the rare book and sketch) for those retailers that decide to participate, is a way of me trying to make sure they get their value back and more," said McFarlane. "There is a strong chance that less than 100 of the Cover H books will be printed, which will make it one of the most difficult books to find in the future."

This special variant is part of the larger 50/50/50 Program—a major celebration of the Spawn Universe's three core titles: King Spawn, Gunslinger Spawn, and The Scorched. As each series hits its 50th issue over the next year, all three will share a matching lineup of premium variant covers and interconnected story elements.

The milestone begins with King Spawn #50, which kicks off a new crossover event that reshapes the Spawn Universe mythos. A powerful ancient force returns—and Spawn is in its sights. The extra-length issue will feature two chapters—illustrated by Carlo Barberi and Stephen Segovia—and a full lineup of covers from McFarlane himself, Skottie Young, Mark Spears, and Puppeteer Lee whose connecting covers span all three of the 50th issues.

McFarlane is also teaming up with CGC for a special collaboration celebrating the conclusion of the 50/50/50 Program. More details will be revealed at the end of September.

King Spawn #50 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, October 15. The Final Order Cutoff for retailers is Monday, September 22:

Cover A by Todd McFarlane – Lunar Code: 0825IM0256
Cover B by Puppeteer Lee (Connecting Cover) – Lunar Code: 0825IM0257
Cover C by Skottie Young – Lunar Code: 0825IM8000
Cover D Blank Sketch Cover – Lunar Code: 0825IM0258
Cover E 1:50 Variant by Mark Spears – Lunar Code: 0825IM0259
Cover F 1:100 Virgin Color Variant by Todd McFarlane – Lunar Code: 0825IM0260
Cover G 1:250 B/W Inked Variant by Todd McFarlane, signed by McFarlane with CGC Certificate (McFarlane will not sign this cover again) – Lunar Code: 0825IM0261
Cover H 1:1000 Raw Pencil Virgin Variant by Todd McFarlane, signed by McFarlane with CGC Certificate and guaranteed original sketch inserted into the book. 50 orders will include sketches by Todd McFarlane. Once 50 orders are placed, all remaining sketches will be randomly provided by Spawn universe artists: Jonathan Glapion, Carlo Barberi, Brett Booth, Stephen Segovia, and Jason Shawn Alexander. Sketch artist selection is random and cannot be requested. Ordering early does not guarantee a McFarlane sketch. – Lunar Code: 0825IM0262

King Spawn #50 will also be available across digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play.

Follow Todd McFarlane: Instagram // X // Facebook and stay tuned for more updates and announcements on the 50/50/50 program.

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