DARK HORSE BOOKS PRESENTS: JAMES ROBINSON AND PHIL HESTER’S “THE ADVENTURES OF LUMEN N"
The new steampunk adventure series arrives in September 2025
Dark Horse Comics presents The Adventures of Lumen N ., a new steampunk adventure set at the turn of the 20th century written by James Robinson (Starman, Los Monstruos ), penciled by Phil Hester (G.I. Joe: A Real American Hero, The Wretch ), inked by Marc Deering (Black Panther , Hunt.Kill.Repeat ) colored by Bill Crabtree, and lettered by Jim Campbell. Issue #1 will be available in September 2025 and will feature main cover art by Hester and variant covers by Mark Buckingham, Duncan Fegredo, Max Fiumara, and Dan Brereton.
About The Adventures of Lumen N.:
The year is 1901 and our heroine Lumen is a precocious 13-year-old with many questions about her life. Why has her father been gone for years? Why must she learn so many languages and fighting techniques and what’s with all the lessons in seafaring? Then an attack on her home by a horde of steampunk assassins delivers the first glimmer of an answer, when Lumen’s savior reveals himself as her grandfather, the legendary Captain Nemo, one of the greatest characters in Victorian science-fiction literature. A brand-new world of steampunk adventure and thrills is about to open up for Lumen as she connects with the grandfather she never knew while together they take on a cabal of evil masterminds, intent on world domination.
« I am utterly thrilled to join forces with Phil, Marc and Bill in bringing The Adventures of Lumen N. to life,” said Robinson. “It’s an idea I’ve had for a long time, and I’m grateful for the talents of these wonderful creators in helping me bring her to life. Lumen’s story is a rollercoaster of steam-punk excitement as she evolves from a young, slightly unsure girl into a two-fisted adventuress, and I know you’ll enjoy the ride. »
Hester added, “I’ve been wanting to work with James for what seems like a lifetime, especially on a book like Lumen N . Not since my time working on Batman: The Animated Series have I contributed to a project that, while clearly all-ages, is well-made enough to appeal to even the most sophisticated audience. James, Marc, Bill & Jim are all at the top of their games, brining a book unlike any other to the market. Fun, scary, smart, light, thrilling, historical, and witty, each page turn plunges you into a different genre and mood. Lumen N is a book meant to be shared, and I hope you will let us share it with you.”
And Deering said, “I am incredibly lucky to be teamed with 3 of comics greatest, James, Phil and Bill, on such an awesome book. I’ve been having the time of my life working on Lumen N. I can’t wait to do more.”
The Adventures of Lumen N. #1 (of 4) releases in stores on September 3, 2025. It is now available to pre-order from your local comic shop for $4.99.
J’ai craqué en en parlant avec un pote, je l’ai rajouté à mes préco…
The year is 1901 and our heroine Lumen is a precocious 13-year-old with many questions about her life. Why has her father been gone for years? Why must she learn so many languages and fighting techniques and what’s with all the lessons in seafaring? Then an attack on her home by a horde of steam-punk assassins delivers the first glimmer of an answer, when Lumen’s savior reveals himself as her grandfather, the legendary Captain Nemo, one of the greatest characters in Victorian science fiction literature. A brand-new world of steam-punk adventure and thrills is about to open up for Lumen as she connects with the grandfather she never knew while together they take on a cabal of evil masterminds, intent on world domination . . . a world full of heroes and villains from Victorian adventure and fantasy fiction.
• A brand-new adventure series by James Robinson, Phil Hester, Marc Deering, and Bill Crabtree!
• Perfect for fans of Starman!
• Four issue series.
Creators
Writer:
James Robinson
Penciller:
Phil Hester
Inker:
Marc Deering
Colorist:
Bill Crabtree
Letterer:
Jim Campbell
Cover Artist:
Phil Hester, Dan Brereton, Duncan Fegredo, Mark Buckingham, Max FiumaraGenre: Fantasy, Occult & Supernatural
Publication Date:
September 03, 2025
Format:
FC, 32 pages; Miniseries
Price:
$4.99
The adventure truly begins for young Lumen, now that she’s learned she’s the granddaughter of the legendary Captain Nemo. But what of her long-missing father, Nemo’s son? To learn the answer to his disappearance, Lumen and Nemo must both face heartbreak along with the peril of an amazing and deadly steam-powered palace. All this, as they uncover who’s behind their current dangers . . . an evil mastermind intent on conquest.
• Four-issue series.
Creators
Writer:
James Robinson
Artist:
Phil Hester
Colorist:
Marc Deering
Letterer:
Bill Crabtree
Cover Artist:
Phil HesterGenre: Fantasy, Occult & Supernatural
Publication Date:
October 15, 2025
Format:
FC, 32 pages; Miniseries
Price:
$4.99
Lumen has now fully embraced her destiny as the granddaughter of Captain Nemo as well as all the adventure that comes with it. But this new life still has more surprises in store, including Lumen’s first encounter with Nemo’s legendary submarine the Nautilus along with its storied crew. But with Robur the Conqueror revealed as the villain behind everything, can the Nautilus out-run Robur’s own deadly flying vessel the Albatross as they both race to Paris, with Lumen and Nemo intent on saving the city while Robur plans for its destruction.
• A brand-new adventure series by James Robinson, Phil Hester, Marc Deering, and Bill Crabtree!
• Four-issue series.
Creators
Writer:
James Robinson
Artist:
Phil Hester, Marc Deering
Colorist:
Bill Crabtree
Letterer:
Jim Campbell
Cover Artist:
Phil HesterGenre: Fantasy, Occult & Supernatural, Science-Fiction
Publication Date:
November 12, 2025
Format:
FC, 32 pages; Miniseries
Price:
$4.99
C’est la petite merveille du moment.
Dark Horse Comics · Releases Dec 17, 2025
The Adventures of Lumen N. #4
The year is 1900 and 13-year-old Lumen, raised in the peaceful Indian countryside, cannot imagine the thrilling changes her life will begin having as she ventures forth into this new and thrilling century.
Lumen’s new existence in a world of retro science fiction begins when her home is attacked by steampunk assassins. She is then shocked to learn her family lineage upon meeting her grandfather, the legendary Captain Nemo; central protagonist of Jules Verne’s classic novel 20,000 League Under the Sea. However, Lumen must quickly accept this and learn to work alongside Nemo if they hope to save the world from a cadre of evil masterminds, bent on seizing control the world.
To that end, Lumen and Nemo’s first foe is none other than another Verne creation, the villainously insane but almost unstoppable Robur the Conqueror, whose goal is Paris’ destruction.
Lumen’s first incredible arc introduces us to a young girl, eager to do right, who will evolve adventure-by-exploit into a fearless and unique steampunk champion.
Comic · 32 pages · $4.99
Je me suis rendu compte tardivement que je n’avais pas reçu mon numéro 4. Quand je vérifie mes préco, il n’y est pas. Pareil pour un pote qui fait également la série. Je reste persuadé qu’il n’était pas dans les listings de préco et je ne l’ai pas vu en mag à sa sortie en décembre.
D’autres membres ont eu ce soucis ?
Heureusement, j’ai trouvé les deux derniers exemplaires disponibles chez Walts Comic Shop
Tu peux développer Fredo?
J’adore Fred Hester (oui, il y a une blagounette de vieux).
Ça, ça mériterait des claque(tte)s !
Tori.
Ça creuse habillement dans l’univers de Jules Verne et dans les seconds rôles de la littérature. Robinson évoque la Ligue des Gentlemen à la fin du premier épisode. Perso, je kiffe.
Toi, tu sais vendre des comics.
Jim
4 numéros bien menés et une page de l’auteur en fin d’épisode pour évoquer ses différentes références, moi c’est ce que j’attends d’un tel titre. Et je suis content d’avoir préco le premier à l’époque juste sur les noms des personnes impliquées et le pitch de départ.
merci Fredo. On peut toujours compter sur toi.