Dynamite Announces New ‘Red Sonja’ Ongoing From Torunn Grønbekk And Walter Geovani To Celebrate Her 50th Anniversary

The She-devil with a sword is hitting a milestone this year and Dynamite has big plans to celebrate.

As the company announced Monday, writer Torunn Grønbekk and artist Walter Geovani are taking Sonja into a new era. She is on the run, evading punishment for a crime she did not commit. All the while, an “unseen force” tugs at her mind. Even as she deals with the “terrors of war and mysterious magic,” a true peril will arise from an unexpected place. Nevertheless, readers can expect “mirth, violent delights, and hair-raising action.” There may also be a surprise or two as Grønbekk and Geovani challenge the Hykranian adventurer and celebrate 50 year of her travels.

“Growing up in Norway, I was raised on mythology and stories, and it sometimes feels like it has all led up to the work I’m doing now,” Grønbekk said in a statement. “Badass, complex women are a pillar of our lore, and there are few things I enjoy as much as writing them. Red Sonja is a legend. She is the sword-wielding menace I dreamt about growing up, not only because she is capable but because she is allowed to be vulnerable.”

The first issue will be backed by covers from Shannon Maer, Jim Cheung, and Mike Mignola.

Red Sonja #1 is scheduled for release on July 19th, 2023.