Super Creepshow #4 — When a Retired Criminal’s Past Won’t Let Him Go
Image’s Super Creepshow #4 lands with two distinct flavors of danger. Sam Humphries and Sean Izaakse follow a retired villain whose past is still hunting him, while Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly introduce a hero whose gift might just destroy everything they try to save. Trust me on this stack.
There’s a particular kind of joy in picking up a comic that refuses to settle into a single lane, and Super Creepshow #4 is exactly that kind of book. Image Comics has built this series as a showcase for creators who thrive in the space where superhero tropes meet genuine horror. This issue is no exception, serving up two separate stories that feel completely distinct yet perfectly aligned in their thematic DNA. If you’ve been enjoying the way this series plays with expectations, you are in for a real treat.
The main feature, handled by Sam Humphries and Sean Izaakse, centers on a retired super criminal who thought they had successfully washed their hands of the life. Humphries, known for his character-driven work in Green Lantern, understands that the hardest part of a villain’s arc isn’t the crime—it’s the attempt to walk away. But as the tagline suggests, revenge is a gift that keeps on giving. Izaakse’s art brings a gritty, grounded texture to this narrative, making the threat feel personal and immediate rather than cosmic or abstract.
Then there is the secondary story from Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly, the team behind Giant-Size X-Men. They introduce a superhero with the rare and terrifying ability to grant life. On paper, that sounds like a miracle worker; in practice, it sounds like a disaster waiting to happen. Matte Lolli, who recently brought his flair to Deadpool, handles the visuals here. The contrast between the two creators’ styles within the same issue is something I truly love—it keeps the reading experience fresh and unpredictable.
If you enjoy the way Super Creepshow balances dark themes with creative freedom, keep an eye on the creative teams involved. Sam Humphries and Sean Izaakse have a knack for making the supernatural feel human. And Jackson Lanzing and Collin Kelly are proving they can handle more than just large-scale superhero ensembles. This drop moves fast, so grab it while it’s still on the shelf.