The Lion King 5 Preview: Rafiki Uncovers a Core-Shaking Secret!
The Pride Lands are on the verge of a massive shift. While fans have been enjoying the incredible untold stories of Mufasa, Scar, and the wider kingdom, the latest chapter from Dynamite Entertainment is turning the spotlight toward one of the most beloved—and mysterious—figures in Disney history.
Prepare yourself for an essential standalone story in The Lion King #5. Written by the acclaimed Saladin Ahmed with gorgeous interior artwork by Edwin Galmon, this issue pulls back the curtain on Mufasa’s closest advisor and the spiritual heart of the Pride Lands: Rafiki. If you have been keeping up with our coverage, including our deep dive into The Lion King 4 preview, you know this creative team is expanding the lore in massive ways.
A Terrible Secret in the Pride Lands
Normally unflappable, deeply wise, and connected to the spiritual balance of the savannah, Rafiki is not easily shaken. But this issue promises to test the eccentric mandrill like never before.
While meditating and communing with the wind, Rafiki uncovers a terrible, deeply buried secret—a truth so devastating that it threatens to shake the very core of the Pride Lands if it ever gets out. The preview pages reveal Rafiki springing into frantic action, swinging through the canopy with uncharacteristic haste as he searches for Simba. We also get beautiful, sun-kissed flashback panels of Rafiki anointing a young Simba during his presentation at Pride Rock, reminding readers of the deep bond between the shaman and the royal family.
With Scar’s treachery always lurking in the shadows and the delicate balance of the Circle of Life constantly under threat, what could Rafiki have discovered? Fans keeping up with the official Disney comic line will not want to miss this lore-heavy, emotional standalone tale.
The Lion King 5 Cover Guide
Dynamite is bringing the heat for collectors with a stunning lineup of cardstock covers featuring your favorite characters:
- Cover A: Edwin Galmon (Main Cover featuring Rafiki)
- Cover B: Animation Art Variant (Featuring the iconic presentation of Simba)
- Cover C: David Cousens Variant (Dynamic action shot of Rafiki)
- Cover D: Cartoon Head Variant (Featuring a smirking Timon!)
Quick Details
- Publisher: Dynamite Entertainment
- Writer: Saladin Ahmed
- Artist: Edwin Galmon
- Format: Full Color | 32 pages | All Cardstock Covers
- Rating: Teen
- Price: $4.99
Whether you are a hardcore Disney collector or a fan of deep lore expansion, The Lion King #5 is shaping up to be a standout issue. Be sure to tell your local comic shop to add it to your pull list!
Over to You, Addicts!
What do you think Rafiki’s terrible secret could be? Are you collecting the Animation Art variants or sticking to the main covers? Let us know in the comments below!
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