Lost Fantasy: Preview the Final Fantasy-Inspired Series From Image Comics

Curt Pires, celebrated for works like Youth and Lost Falls within the Comixology Originals lineup, returns to Image Comics with Lost Fantasy. This new comic draws heavy inspiration from classic JRPGs such as Final Fantasy VII.

Below is an exclusive preview gallery showcasing interior art from Lost Fantasy #1 and process art for Jae Lee's striking cover:

Lost Fantasy #1: Exclusive Preview Art Gallery

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Lost Fantasy reunites Pires with Money artist Luca Casalanguida. The first issue boasts cover art from Casalanguida, Alex Diotto, Darick Robertson, and Jae Lee. The series will also feature a serialized backup story, Indigo Children: Exodus, a continuation of Pires' sci-fi series.

Image Comics provides the following synopsis:

In Lost Fantasy, a hidden magical world exists beneath our own. First contact occurred over a century ago following a natural disaster, creating a rift that unleashed monsters. Since then, elite monster hunters, known as The Great Hunters, have collaborated with global leaders to safeguard our world. However, a recent catastrophic event in Montana has destabilized this fragile peace, threatening both worlds. Rookie monster hunter Henry Blackheart must now confront this escalating threat.

Pires shared with IGN:

“I’m thrilled to be back at Image Comics with Lost Fantasy, a series blending my love for Western comics like East of West and Something is Killing the Children with the immersive world-building and action of the JRPGs I grew up with.” He specifically cites the Final Fantasy series, noting his protagonist's hairstyle and weapon as direct homages to Cloud Strife's design. He further acknowledges the subtle influence of Lost Odyssey on the title's name.

Lost Fantasy #1 releases April 30, 2025. For further insights into upcoming comics, explore previews for Marvel and DC's 2025 releases.