Red Roots #2 Second Printing Announced After Image Comics Sellout
Red Roots is still running hot.
The new Image Comics series from bestselling artist and rising writer Lorenzo De Felici has sold out again at the distributor level, and Image Comics is rushing Red Roots #2 back to print this week to keep up with demand.
The second printing of Red Roots #2 will arrive in comic book shops on Wednesday, July 8, 2026, giving readers another chance to jump into one of the most talked-about new creator-owned comics of the year.
For readers who have been following the series from the beginning, this is another sign that Red Roots has serious momentum. For new fans, this is the perfect time to catch up before Red Roots #3 arrives on June 24.
Readers can revisit our earlier coverage of the series launch with our Red Roots #1 feature and check out our Red Roots #2 preview for a closer look at the issue that just sold out again.
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Red Roots Sells Out Again
Red Roots #2 selling out at the distributor level is a strong signal that readers are responding to Lorenzo De Felici’s new series.
That is not surprising.
De Felici has already built major comic book momentum through Oblivion Song, his co-creation with Robert Kirkman, and his work on Void Rivals, the Energon Universe launch title that became one of the biggest comic book success stories of the past few years.
Now, with Red Roots, De Felici is stepping forward with a solo series that feels strange, violent, mysterious, and visually unforgettable.
The premise is instantly gripping: the lives of a professional killer and a high school teacher are bound together by a terrifying, mysterious force.
That is the kind of hook that makes readers stop and pay attention.
What Is Red Roots About?
Red Roots follows two very different lives connected by something dark, dangerous, and unexplained.
One side of the story involves a professional killer.
The other involves a high school teacher.
Between them is a mysterious force that seems to be pulling them into something much bigger than either of them understands.
That contrast gives the series its power. It is part crime story, part supernatural mystery, part character drama, and part survival nightmare. The preview pages for Red Roots #2 show a wounded figure in a brutal landscape, strange creatures closing in, and a world that feels hostile, alien, and emotionally raw.
This is not a clean, simple thriller.
It feels messy, bloody, surreal, and dangerous.
That makes Red Roots stand out on the shelf.
Lorenzo De Felici Steps Into the Spotlight
Lorenzo De Felici has already proven himself as one of the most exciting visual storytellers in modern comics.
His work on Oblivion Song helped establish him as a major talent, and Void Rivals placed him at the center of the Energon Universe’s explosive launch. That series became a massive hit and helped set the tone for Skybound and Image Comics’ shared Hasbro universe.
With Red Roots, De Felici is not just showing off his art. He is building a world of his own.
That matters.
This series feels personal, strange, and ambitious. The artwork has the scale and atmosphere readers expect from De Felici, but the story also carries a sharp sense of mystery. The result is a comic that feels like it could go anywhere, and that unpredictability is part of the appeal.
For readers who discovered De Felici through Void Rivals, Red Roots is a great chance to see what he does when he is steering the entire vision.
Why New Readers Should Pick Up Red Roots
New readers should not wait too long to jump into Red Roots.
With Red Roots #1 Second Printing already available and Red Roots #2 Second Printing on the way, Image Comics is giving readers another chance to catch up before the series moves deeper into its mystery.
The hook is easy to understand, but the execution feels fresh:
A professional killer.
A high school teacher.
A terrifying force tying their lives together.
A brutal world full of danger.
A mystery that keeps getting bigger.
A creator with serious momentum after Oblivion Song and Void Rivals.
That makes this a strong pickup for fans of Image Comics, creator-owned thrillers, surreal sci-fi, horror-tinged crime stories, and comics that do not feel like everything else on the rack.
If you like stories that are strange, tense, violent, and visually bold, Red Roots should be on your pull list.
Red Roots #2 Second Printing Details
Red Roots #2 Second Printing will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, July 8, 2026.
Publisher: Image Comics
Creator: Lorenzo De Felici
Issue: Red Roots #2 Second Printing
Lunar Code: 0526IM8455
Release Date: July 8, 2026
Format: Second Printing
Price: $3.99
Availability: Comic book shops and digital platforms including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play
The second printing gives readers who missed the first release another shot at the issue without having to chase the aftermarket right away.
That is good news for new fans, especially with issue #3 arriving before the second printing hits shelves.
Red Roots #3 Arrives June 24
While Red Roots #2 Second Printing arrives on July 8, readers will not have to wait that long for the next chapter.
Red Roots #3 arrives in comic book shops on Wednesday, June 24, 2026.
The cover lineup includes:
Cover A by Lorenzo De Felici
Lunar Code: 0426IM0415
Cover B by Declan Shalvey
Lunar Code: 0426IM0416
Cover C by Isabella Mazzanti
Lunar Code: 0426IM0417
The sneak peek pages from issue #3 suggest the series is only getting stranger and more dangerous. The visuals lean into the book’s harsh landscapes, violent creature encounters, and surreal atmosphere, giving readers another reason to stay locked in.
Red Roots #4 Follows in July
The momentum continues with Red Roots #4, arriving in comic book shops on Wednesday, July 29, 2026.
The cover lineup includes:
Cover A by Lorenzo De Felici
Lunar Code: 0526IM0418
Cover B by Juan Gedeon
Lunar Code: 0526IM8014
Cover C by Mark Chiarello
Lunar Code: 0526IM8015
That gives readers a clear runway. Issue #3 lands June 24, issue #2 gets a second printing on July 8, and issue #4 follows on July 29.
For a new creator-owned series, that kind of schedule keeps the heat on.
Collector Appeal
Red Roots already has several collector angles worth watching.
First, the early issues are selling out at the distributor level. That usually gets collectors paying attention quickly.
Second, Lorenzo De Felici’s name has major momentum because of Void Rivals and the larger Energon Universe connection.
Third, the cover art is visually distinct. The design of Red Roots does not look like a standard sci-fi or crime comic. The red logo, harsh landscapes, strange creatures, and painterly atmosphere give the series a strong identity.
Fourth, the second printing of Red Roots #2 gives new readers a clean entry point while also creating another version for collectors who track printings.
For readers who enjoy finding breakout Image Comics titles early, Red Roots is worth watching closely.
Final Thoughts: Red Roots Is Becoming One of Image Comics’ Breakout Series
Red Roots #2 selling out again proves that this series is gaining real traction.
Lorenzo De Felici has moved from fan-favorite artist to creator-owned storyteller with a book that feels bold, strange, and dangerous. The premise is strong, the visuals are striking, and the sellouts show that readers are responding.
For fans who already love De Felici’s work, Red Roots feels like a must-follow series.
For new readers, the upcoming second printing makes it easier to catch up.
For collectors, the repeated sellouts make the early issues worth tracking.
Red Roots #2 Second Printing arrives in comic book shops on July 8, 2026 from Image Comics.
Catch up with our Red Roots #1 launch coverage and our Red Roots #2 preview before Red Roots #3 hits stores on June 24.
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