RippaZine #5

RippaZine #5 brings fans 50 pages of thundercloud-filled, lore-rich content from the Rippaverse. Whether you’re a varsity Rippaverse fan or this is just your freshman tryout to our comicbook universe, this issue of our zine is your perfect starting block to immerse yourself in the stories and characters shaping this exciting world.

WHAT’S INSIDE?

• Exclusive Short Story: Blue-Shift: Tryouts
  There’s a new kid in town—and in school! Zephyr Arland is a teenager with a high-speed secret, one that his family has tried to keep under wraps his entire life. But now, he’s finally allowed to attend a “normal school,” which he’s warned may come as a culture shock! Though all he may want right now is to be a normal kid, he will soon realize that fitting in may not be his lane. This short story tells an early years tale of the superhero who will come to be known as Blue-Shift, created and written by Rippaverse Creative Manager Andrew Rodriguez, illustrated by Edu Souza, and colored by Andrew Cramer!
• In-Universe Interview: Revolver Rick
  Explore the Rippaverse like never before with articles and interviews written through the eyes and perspectives of key characters in-universe. Audiophile Revolver Rick returns for another interview with more melodic talent within the Rippaverse!
• Villainous Gossip and Advice
  Lilian Ronashi and Michael Copper return, but this time, they’re giving their faithful readers a rare, exclusive inside peek into their lives.
• Sneak Peeks
  Get an exclusive first look at Norfrica: Glorious Death #1, The Great War of Separation #3, The Black Eye Club, and The Cursed, some of our most highly anticipated titles in the 2025 Rippaverse lineup.
• A Bird’s Eye View
  Andrew and Marcos team up once again to bring you the smile and chuckle-inducing adventures set within the Pigeonverse, sure to tickle your feathers!
• Soska Interviews
  Our Rippaverse Loremasters return with their in-depth interviews with creatives, this time with the creative team behind this RippaZine issue’s exclusive short story, Blue-Shift! Learn about the creation, the process, and the inspiration from both the writer and artist!

EXCLUSIVE COVERS

• Standard Edition: Featuring Rippaverse villains Michael Copper and Lilian Ronashi, and new fleet-footed superhero Blue-Shift, illustrated by Geanes Holland and colored by James Frank!
• Foil Collector’s Edition: Featuring the dashing superhero Blue-Shift, uh—dashing (with a smile, of course)! Art by Brandon Ward.

RippaZine #5 brings with it tales of the most golden of hearts to the blackest of souls, and everything in between, and introduces new characters who are sure to bring readers laughs and hope. Whether you’re here for the new, early years short story of the new speedy superhero, exclusive sneak peeks at our latest books, or immersive lore from the in-universe interviews and articles, there’s something for everyone in this FAST fifth issue. Don’t miss your chance to grab this essential addition to your Rippaverse library!

Standard Cover: A Heart of Gold & Blackened Souls

• Own the RippaZine #5 Standard Edition cover, featuring Rippaverse villains Michael Copper and Lilian Ronashi, and new fleet-footed superhero Blue-Shift, illustrated by Geanes Holland and colored by James Frank!
• Artist: Geanes Holland
• Colorist: James Frank

Collector’s Cover: A Dashing Superhero

• This exclusive foil variant showcases the dashing speedster, uh—dashing and tearing up the street (with a smile, of course)!
• Artist: Brandon Ward

Estimated Fulfillment: Q4 2025