Skybound Reveals Their SDCC Panel Schedule

Skybound is locked and loaded for SDCC.

Skybound Entertainment, the multiplatform studio behind global franchises including Invincible, The Walking Dead, Impact Winter and Stillwater, today announced its plans for Comic-Con International: San Diego 2026. Skybound is set to deliver a packed weekend of creator panels, exclusive news, surprise announcements, limited edition giveaways, and other exciting fan-focused experiences. 

Skybound is bringing some of its biggest franchises and most anticipated projects to San Diego, covering everything Invincible, including the record-breaking Invincible Universe: Battle Beast comic book series; Skybound’s smash-hit shared Energon Universe with Hasbro that touts TRANSFORMERS, G.I. JOE, Void Rivals, and the all-new M.A.S.K.; the upcoming blockbuster superhero series Terminal from Robert Kirkman, Joe Casey, Andy Kubert, Arthur Adams and David Finch; and of course, The Walking Dead. 

The full slate of panels, events, talent appearances, and SDCC-exclusives Skybound is participating in is listed below.  

PANELS 

Thursday, July 23 

Robert Kirkman LIVE at SDCC 

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Room 6BCF 

The biggest ROBERT KIRKMAN panel yet! From all things Invincible to his newest superhero series Terminal, his groundbreaking Void Rivals and his expanding vision for TRANSFORMERS in Skybound and Hasbro’s Energon Universe, Kirkman pulls back the curtain on it all. Expect behind-the-scenes stories, exclusive reveals, and plenty of surprises (that even his publicist can’t predict). This is a must-see panel for any fan.  

Blind Bags, Chases, and the Psychology of Collecting 

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Room 23ABC 

Michelle Waffle (senior comic specialist, PSA), Arune Singh (VP, Brand, Skybound), David Nakayama (artist), and Danielle Sauvé (collector and influencer) explore why mystery variants, blind bags, and limited covers ignite collector demand and how publishers, artists, and grading experts shape the hobby. Drawing on examples from the Energon Universe, this panel unpacks the creative, psychological, and market forces behind today’s collecting culture, culminating in a live blind bag opening where panelists debate whether to grade the book inside. Moderated by Caitlin Corsetti (senior manager of copywriting, PSA). 

Saturday, July 25 

TRANSFORMERS & G.I. JOE: The Energon Universe Is Unstoppable 

4:30 PM – 5:30 PM | Room 5AB 

The Next Phase of the Energon Universe is HERE! Join superstars Robert Kirkman (Void Rivals, TRANSFORMERS), Joshua Williamson (G.I. JOE), Conor Hughes (Void Rivals), and Sean Mackiewicz (SVP/Publisher, Skybound) as they reveal what’s next for the future of Skybound and Hasbro’s groundbreaking shared universe, featuring TRANSFORMERS, G.I. JOE, Void Rivals, and M.A.S.K. Moderated by Arune Singh (VP, Brand, Skybound). 

EVENTS & TALENT APPEARANCES 

Friday, July 24 

Eisner Awards 

INVITE ONLY | San Diego Hilton Bayfront 

This year’s Eisner Award nominations, which celebrate the very best in comics, are out and Skybound is proud to have multiple nominations across its publishing line and creator roster. The winners will be announced during the Eisner Awards ceremony at Comic-Con International: San Diego on July 24. 

• Skybound Nominations: 
• Best New Series: Ghost Pepper, by Ludo Lullabi (Image Comics/ Skybound) 
• Best Publication for Teens: Clementine: Book Three, by Tillie Walden (Image Comics/Skybound) 

• Shared Nominations: 
• Best Writer: James Tynion IV, Something Is Killing the Children, Wynd: The Power of the Blood (BOOM! Studios); Let This One Be a Devil, Red Book (Dark Horse Comics); The City Beneath Her Feet (DSTLRY); The Department of Truth, Exquisite Corpses, W0RLDTR33 (Image Comics); Universal Monsters: The Invisible Man (Image Comics/Skybound) 
• Best Coloring: Jordie Bellaire, Absolute Wonder Woman, The Nice House by the Sea (DC Comics); The Exorcism at 1600 Penn (IDW Publishing); Assorted Crisis Events, The Department of Truth, Exquisite Corpses, W0RLDTR33 (Image Comics); G.I. JOE (Image Comics/Skybound) 

MERCH & SDCC EXCLUSIVES 

Funko 

Throughout the show, Funko will release a different Invincible SDCC-exclusive variant each day in limited quantities. These daily variants will be offered alongside POP! Animation: Invincible – Invincible Mark, which will be available every day of the convention at the Funko booth (#5341) and on Funko.com. Select variants will be available exclusively at the Funko booth during SDCC and will not be sold online. 

Keepsake 

Keepsake will bring a range of SDCC-exclusive trading cards, mystery boxes, daily exclusives, contests, and giveaways throughout San Diego Comic-Con, spanning Invincible, Invincible VS, and The Walking Dead. 

Jada Toys 

Jada Toys will have the SDCC-exclusive Invincible – Battle Damaged Invincible 1:12 scale action figure for sale at their Booth #4049, beginning on Preview Night, Wednesday, July 22. Fans who can’t make it to the convention can shop exclusives online through Jada Next Level beginning Thursday, July 23 at 10:00 a.m. PT.  Also, catch the Jada Toys Panel at SDCC for an exclusive first look at upcoming Invincible figures. Immediately following the panel, head over to the Jada Toys booth for an up-close look at the figures on display. 

Super7 

Super7 will release SDCC-exclusive Invincible collectibles including the Invincible Universe: Battle Beast ULTIMATES! action figure, along with SDCC-exclusive apparel including a Battle Beast T-shirt, Ryan Ottley sketch art T-shirt, and Sequid snapback hat. Fans can find these exclusive products at Booth #2343. 

Thrilljoy 

Thrilljoy will debut an SDCC-excluisve Allen the Alien PIX! figure, with a chance to receive a hyper rare 1-of-1 chaser, at their Booth #4845. Invincible giveaways and sweepstakes will also launch at their booth and online throughout the convention. 

Galaken 

Galaken will debut an SDCC-exclusive Invincible cosplay collectible eyewear, including standard and “bloody” variants, along with collectible eyeglass cleaning cloths featuring Invincible characters, at their Booth #4037. 

PhatMojo 

PhatMojo will offer an SDCC-exclusive Blood Splatter Mini 4-Pack available at the UCC Booth #5613.