Grindhouse Hit Tigress Island #1 Rushed to Fourth Printing by Image Comics
The runaway success of Tigress Island is officially unstoppable. Written by Patrick Kindlon and illustrated by EPHK, the debut issue of this bare-knuckled action hit has sold out yet again at the distributor level. Image Comics is fast-tracking Tigress Island #1 for a historic fourth printing to keep up with intense reorder demand.
If you want to make sure your weekly pull list is locked in for the summer, you can always check out our latest New Comics listings to secure your copies of this action-heavy series.
The Pitch: A Grindhouse Jungle Escape
What is Tigress Island actually about? It is a sweat-soaked, adrenaline-pumping homage to the classic b-movie prison-break thrillers of the 1970s. The story follows a crew of washed-up Hollywood starlets who find themselves suddenly snatched, shackled, and shipped off to a brutal jungle prison camp.
This tropical hellhole is run with an iron fist by a ruthless, velvet-gloved she-devil of a warden. With their backs against the wall, these women have only one shot at survival: they must set aside their rivalries, break their heavy chains, and outrun an endless wave of betrayal, dangerous predators, and corrupt guards. It is a wild cocktail of fast-paced action and raw attitude, overflowing with double-crosses and explosive payback.
An Earnest Thank You From Patrick Kindlon
Success like this does not happen in a vacuum. Creator Patrick Kindlon took a moment to address the fans directly with an uncommonly honest message, skipping the usual corporate spin.
“Instead of giving a standard press-release-style quote here, and instead of being cute and self-aware, I’m going to be earnest on behalf of myself and EPHK,” Kindlon shared. “Thank you to everyone who made word of mouth on this title as strong as it is. We created a comic we’d want to read and were happy to learn there’s many people who share our passions. We appreciate you all.”
The raw connection between creators and readers has turned this indie project into an absolute powerhouse on back-issue walls.
A Speculator’s and Collector’s Dream
Beyond the intense story, Tigress Island is quickly becoming a major target for collectors. EPHK’s raw, expressive artwork captures the grime and heat of the jungle perfectly, making each page stand out. Additionally, the series has drawn attention for its collectible cover options.
Alongside standard covers, the team has released highly sought-after, polybagged “Not Safe For Work” (NSFW) variants. These limited editions are driving serious heat in back-issue bins, as collectors scramble to find clean, unopened copies. To help you navigate the chaos of the weekly drops and find hidden gems like this, you can always discover your next read with our Comic Book of the Day spotlight.
The Legacy of Indie Action Comics
Independently published action comics have a long, proud history of pushing boundaries and delivering the kind of unfiltered stories that corporate giants shy away from. Tigress Island follows in the footsteps of classic outlaw comics from the 1980s and 1990s. If you love diving into the legacy of indie trailblazers and seeing how earlier market movements shaped the industry, see what happened in history on This Day In Comics to find classic retrospective analyses of the genre.
Upcoming Release Schedule & Variant Guide
To help you stay on top of the release schedule and track down the various printings and covers, we’ve put together a quick guide of what to look for when you head to your local comic shop:
- Tigress Island #1 (Fourth Printing): In shops Wednesday, June 17, 2026. Features brand-new cover art by EPHK (Lunar Code: 0426IM8399).
- Tigress Island #2 & #3: Available now! Look for variants by EPHK (including the NSFW polybag), Zawayuki, Steve Mannion, Ben Newman, and Uncle Ewan.
- Tigress Island #4: Arriving on Wednesday, June 10, 2026. Features covers by EPHK (standard and NSFW), Bangbez, and Brandon Graham.
- Tigress Island #5: Arriving on Wednesday, July 15, 2026. Features covers by EPHK (standard and NSFW), Michael Hacker, and NIW.
Whether you prefer physical copies from your local comic shop or reading digitally on Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, or Google Play, you do not want to miss out on the ride. Speak with your retailer today to add Tigress Island to your subscription file!
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