When Skybound announced M.A.S.K. would be joining the Energon Universe, fans immediately had questions. How would Matt Trakker and Miles Mayhem fit alongside Transformers, G.I. Joe, and Void Rivals? Out this week, we sat down with writer Dan Watters and artist Pye Parr to discuss updating the classic property, designing its iconic vehicles, and why M.A.S.K. offers a unique perspective within the larger Energon Universe.
We’re running the full uncut interview, featuring even more discussion on cool cars, character dynamics, action sequences, and what readers can expect from the series moving forward.
Plus, we recap the biggest comics news of the week, share our favorite new releases, and much more.
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Our Top Books of the Week:
Dave:
- Skate Ali #1 (Sam Humphries, Kelly Sue DeConnick, Natacha Bustos)
- The Nice House by the Sea #10 (James Tynion IV, Alvaro Martinez Bueno)
Chris:
- Tigress Island #4 (Patrick Kindlon, EPHK)
- M.A.S.K. #1 (Dan Watters, Pye Parr)
Standout KAPOW moment of the week:
Chris: D’Orc #5 (Brett Bean)
Dave: Jay & Silent Bob: Jays of Future Past #1 (Kevin Smith, Giuseppe Camuncoli)
In our Judging by the Cover segment, Chris picks Phil Jimenez and Alex Sinclair’s Spectacular Spider-Man: Brand New Day #2 cover, and Dave loved Kris Anka’s X-Men United #4. Check out both below.
