Rewind the Apocalypse: Why Oni Press’ SUPERPUNK is the Most Radical Release of 2026
SUPERPUNK is officially set to push the high-octane energy of the young adult market to a terminal velocity this May, offering an original and pulse-pounding portal into a world where analog technology meets ancient monsters. Published by Oni Press—the multiple Eisner and Harvey Award-winning industry leader—this 160-page graphic novel marks a landmark expansion of the superhero genre. For fans who want to see the bedrock of teenage rebellion dismantled and rebuilt with magic and skateboards, this debut is a definitive statement on the power of acting out to protect what you love.
The creative engine and authority behind this industry-shaking project includes:
- The Scribe: Mirtes Santana (Renowned TV writer for Brainiacs and The Nutty Boy)
- The Visualist: Guilherme Petreca (Ye, Ogiva, Carnaval de Meus Demônios)
- The Protagonist: Violeta (Skateboarder, Podcaster, Superpunk)
- Publisher: Oni Press
- On Sale Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Mirtes Santana has earned immense authority as a writer for high-profile children’s television in Brazil, and her transition into the new comics space is being hailed as a masterstroke. By pairing her sharp, rhythmic script with the kinetic and shadow-drenched visuals of Guilherme Petreca, the publishers have guaranteed that SUPERPUNK will be a mathematical certainty for success in the 2026 marketplace. Consequently, the arrival of this volume is a highlight for anyone tracking latest releases that blend the “grit and grime” of a 90s Walkman with world-class sequential art.
Analog Magic and the Hollow Hills Haunting in SUPERPUNK
What readers should prepare for in SUPERPUNK is a narrative that finds its heart in the professional and personal vacuum of a thirteen-year-old’s life. The story follows Violeta, an intense and spirited seeker of truth who navigates her home of Hollow Hills through skateboarding and podcasting. However, a significant complication arises when she discovers her grandfather’s old cassette player. In an act of pure punk rebellion, Violeta decides to play a cassette tape backward—an unwrapped and raw choice that accidentally ignites a hidden hierarchy of magical powers within her.
This pensive-free act of defiance doesn’t just grant Violeta flight or strength; it unleashes a “satanic supernova” of creatures. A LOT of them. Transitioning from the quiet character study of a lonely teen to the high-intensity spectacle of a town under siege, the script highlights the flexible nature of the action-adventure genre. Alongside her faithful sidekick and fellow podcaster, Alan, Violeta must balance the “daily grind” of homework and skateboarding with the visceral reality of sending these monsters back to the void.
The Artistic Command of Guilherme Petreca
Visually, SUPERPUNK is a benchmark achievement for the medium. Guilherme Petreca utilizes a style that emphasizes the intelligence and grit of the punk aesthetic. The character acting captures every flinch of anxiety and every spark of fanatical defiance, rendered with a clarity that emphasizes the high emotional stakes of being a thirteen-year-old vigilante. Rendering a “different kind of hero” in the form of a skateboarding punk requires a level of artistic command that Petreca delivers with impactful flair, earning comparisons to the “underground” greats of the archives.
Furthermore, the volume utilizes the unique strengths of the medium to explore the “process” of growing up. The dialogue remains sharp and grounded, reflecting the “intelligence” and grit that has made the Oni Press library a phenomenon since 1997. As Violeta faces the realization that her “rebellion” has created a high-stakes crisis for her entire school, the reader is treated to a study on resilience and the cost of maintaining one’s agency in a world that wants to put you on a leash. Whether you are following the tactical movements of the skateboard or simply soaking in the spectacular comic book covers, this series is a mandatory addition to your collection.
The early buzz for the graphic novel suggests that fans are ready for a story that represents the “limitless imagination” of the 21st-century. First conceived as a zine in 2017, SUPERPUNK was inspired by Petreca’s own preadolescence—a time of walking around with a Walkman and believing in invisible threats. Transitioning from a DIY passion project to a prestige release from Oni Press, the volume stands as a testament to the brand’s enduring power to find the humanity in the superhuman. It is an “unwrapped” and raw look at the bravery required to survive when the whole world—and even your school lunchroom—is fundamentally diseased by dark magic.
In conclusion, SUPERPUNK is a must-buy for any reader who values original voice and world-class sequential art. By pairing the world-building expertise of Mirtes Santana with the stunning visuals of Guilherme Petreca, Oni Press has guaranteed that the 2026 landscape will be defined by this fiery landmark. Don’t miss this portal into the “Hollow Hills” legacy when it hits shops on May 5, 2026!
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