Solomon Kane: The Lion Errant #2 — Patch Zircher Pits a Dark Fantasy Hero Against India’s Divine Realms

Liam Sharp’s majestic cover draws you in, but Patch Zircher’s writing and art keep you there. Issue two of Solomon Kane’s Indian arc sees the puritanical adventurer facing gods, demons, and the Mughal Empire. It’s a high-stakes clash of steel and supernatural power that demands your attention.

Liam Sharp’s cover for this second issue is absolutely striking — a bold, painterly statement that screams epic scale. But if you’re picking this up for the art alone, you’re in for a double treat. Patch Zircher is writing and drawing the interior, and he brings a gritty, kinetic energy that complements Sharp’s dramatic flair perfectly. This isn’t just a comic; it’s a visual and narrative heavyweight.

We last left Solomon Kane in a strange new world, and now he’s drawn deep into the heart of India. The premise is rich with historical texture and mythic weight: Kane finds himself entangled in the conflict between Queen Rani Durgavati and the mighty Mughal Empire. But this is no ordinary war story. Ancient powers are stirring, and gods and demons are walking among the living. Kane’s arcane Atlantean staff may be the only thing standing between the mortal realm and something far older.

What makes this issue such a compelling read is how it balances historical drama with supernatural horror. You can feel the stakes rising as Kane confronts not just armies, but divine forces. The way Zircher frames these encounters — with Kane’s sword meeting the divine — creates a tension that’s hard to put down. It’s a story where legend meets legend, and every page turn feels like a step closer to a confrontation that will change everything.

If you’ve been following Kane’s journey through his earlier adventures, this arc feels like a natural, thrilling evolution. His puritanical rigor is tested in a land where the supernatural is as real as the sword in his hand. For new readers, it’s a fantastic entry point. You don’t need to know every nuance of his past to get swept up in the mysticism and action of this setting.

I’ll be honest — I was drawn in by the Sharp cover, but I stayed for the story. The way this issue builds toward a clash that feels both historically grounded and mythically vast is masterful. Just so you know, issues like this tend to move fast once they hit the shelves. Grabbing a copy now ensures you won’t be left waiting for the next piece of this puzzle. Trust me, this is the one you’ll want on your shelf.