A brand-new story starring beloved characters from the Defenders of the Earth animated show, written by comics industry juggernaut Dan DiDio and drawn by veteran artist Alex Sanchez.THE DEFENDERS ON TRIAL! Mongo is a shattered empire—and it's at least partly Flash Gordon's fault. The Defenders of the Earth may have saved their home planet, but Mongo paid a hefty price for Ming the Merciless's games. Now the toll's come due—and it's the Defenders who will pay it. An...

But things are not what they appear to be in the small town he's relocated to. He soon discovers that, not only is it populated with family members of super villains, but it's also a prison and he's considered one of its most dangerous inmates. He can't be sure who to trust, and to make matters worse, he's developing powers of his own—with no way to control them.

THE DEFENDERS ON TRIAL!Mongo is a shattered empire—and it's at least partly Flash Gordon's fault. The Defenders of the Earth may have saved their home planet, but Mongo paid a hefty price for Ming the Merciless's games. Now the toll's come due—and it's the Defenders who will pay it. And while the Defenders face their former friends and allies, their offspring face challenges of their own. Determined to find Rick's missing mother, Dale, the Gordon child and his friends K'Shin, Zuffy...

Flash Gordon, The Phantom, Mandrake the Magician, and Lothar are united again in this reimagining of the classic animated series, Defenders of the Earth. Picking up with characters and storylines from the original series, Flash confronts Ming in a final battle, only to find that even greater threats await him as his teammates as they each must confront ghosts of their past to protect their families and future.The first action-packed issue in an eight-part series!

Flash Gordon, The Phantom, Mandrake the Magician and Lothar are united again in this reimagining of the classic animated series, Defenders of the Earth. Picking up with characters and storylines from the original series, Flash confronts Ming in final battle, only to find that even greater threats await him and his teammates as they each must confront ghosts of their past to protect their families and future.Collects issues 1-4 of the hit new series!

The world is divided, and the Defenders of the Earth are the only heroes who can bring it back together. The thrilling conclusion to the mini-series event!To the world’s population, Kro-tan’s arrival was a godsend. Mongo’s technology was a quick cure for a ravaged Earth, and people were eager for any new technology he provided. However, as his influence spread, so did his desire to recreate Earth in Mongo’s image for him to rule. Dependence on Kro-Tan’s technologie...

A collection of multiversal Flash Gordon stories!Vultan, Prince Barin, and Thunn each share the spotlight in separate full-length one-shot tales that further explore their roles in Mad Cave Studio's ongoing Flash Gordon series. Additionally, this first collection includes 6 "Flash Fiction" short stories--wholly original takes on classic Flash Gordon characters in new genres and settings. From westerns to horror to crime and more, there's a Flash for everyone!

TRIAL BY FLASH!In the wake of Ming’s defeat, the factions of Mongo are divided. But they can all agree on one thing: It’s the Defenders’ fault! Especially that Flash Gordon! To stave off outright murder, Flash agrees to be tried. And it’s a good thing he speaks best with his fists, because it’s a trial by combat! Meanwhile, Rick Gordon and his friends’s search for Dale Arden comes to an abrupt halt when the Weather Demon attacks!

A new combatant lurks deep within the jungle—familiar but different. The Council of Phantoms has chosen a new heir with a different form of justice. Meanwhile, Kro-Tan’s sphere of influence is growing, and his grip is tightening. It’s clear that times have changed, and new threats challenge these heroes on a deeper and more personal level…

An all-new Quarterly special featuring a multiverse of stories!Prince Barin, the exiled ruler of Mongo, is featured in an exciting one-shot tale that expands upon his role in Jeremy Adams’s ongoing Flash Gordon series. Friend, foe, freedom, or phaser–anything goes!In another universe, we dive deeper into Dale’s final moments in Defenders of the Earth and her evolution into the digital being known as Dynac X. Lastly, this issue also features an all-new “Flas...

An all-new Quarterly special featuring a multiverse of stories!Prince Thun, the Lion Man of Mongo, is featured in an exciting one-shot tale that expands upon his role in Jeremy Adams’s ongoing Flash Gordon series. With many of his people missing, he’s forced to dive into the darker depths of the underworld–foes and creatures await! In another universe, we see Ming’s last moments as he battles Flash and company. Lastly, another exciting “Flash Fiction” horror tale.

THE LAST WAR OF MONGO?!Flash Gordon’s trial ended in chaos! The citizens of Mongo want someone held responsible for the devastation of their planet—but the Defenders won’t let their friend take the fall. Will they risk a war of the worlds to save him? And what of Dale Arden, the woman they came to Mongo to find? Plus, the young gen unmasks the Weather Demon—only to find themselves tested anew!