Ripcord #5 — Cullen Bunn and Jorge Fornes Bring the Road to Hell Home

The final leg of Dillon’s journey is here. With Cullen Bunn’s razor-sharp writing and Jorge Fornes’ striking cover art, Ripcord #5 promises a visceral, bloody conclusion that fans of grounded horror thrillers won't want to miss.

There’s a particular kind of satisfaction in closing a tight, five-issue run. It’s the feeling of a promise kept, of a story that didn’t overstay its welcome but instead wound itself tighter with every page. If you’ve been riding along with Dillon on this brutal road trip through the underbelly of horror-adjacent America, Ripcord #5 is the payoff you’ve been working toward. And if you haven’t, well, you’re in for a treat. This is the final drop from Ignition Press, and it’s going to leave you breathless.

Let’s talk about the stakes. We’ve watched Dillon traverse some of the most unforgiving terrain imaginable, battling bad guys, outsmarting traps, and surviving encounters that would break lesser characters. Her mission has always been singular: find her little sister, Janelle, and bring her home. Now, the map has shrunk to the immediate present. The obstacles are no longer distant threats or distant locales; they are Sera and her gang of feral fiends, waiting at the end of the line. The final boss is in sight.

The creative team behind this final chapter is practically begging you to pay attention. Cullen Bunn, known for his mastery of atmospheric dread and relentless pacing in titles like The Sixth Gun, brings his A-game to this conclusion. You can feel the tension in his prose, the way he strips away the exposition to leave only raw survival. Paired with Aneke’s inkwork, the visuals are sharp, gritty, and unflinching. This isn’t just action; it’s a horror story about the depth of human desperation.

And then there’s Jorge Fornes. His cover for #5 is a masterclass in tension. Without giving away the specifics of what happens inside, his artwork captures the essence of this final confrontation: the exhaustion, the danger, and the sheer will required to get to the other side. It’s a cover that tells you exactly what kind of ride you’re in for. If you’re a fan of high-stakes, character-driven horror, this is the one I’d hand you without hesitation.

Here’s a quick insider aside for the completists: if you enjoy the blend of sibling loyalty and brutal survivalism in Ripcord, keep an eye on Cullen Bunn’s other recent work. His ability to make the personal stakes feel world-shattering is consistent across his bibliography. But for now, focus on this. The final showdown is imminent, and trust me, you’ll want to witness the bloody conclusion while it’s still warm.