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Sheena Gets Her Own Series From Bennett, Trujilo And Moritat

Published Tue, 23 May 2017 12:00:47 -0500

Sheena, Queen of the Jungle, was the first female character in comics to carry her own dedicated series beginning in 1937. Created by industry legends Will Eisner and S. M. "Jerry" Iger, this groundbreaking character saw 167 issues over the span of two decades. Now she is getting a new series from writers Marguerite Bennett (Batwoman, Animosity) and Christina Trujilo, with illustrations by Moritat (Hellblazer, Teen Titans).

Bennett says, "Our story is glorious golden age pulp — high adventure, quick wit, ancient mysteries, and daring dames — clashing with the perils of two worlds: one, the modern world come to conquer, and one, a world of dark supernatural mystery long forgotten, awoken to anger once more. This is a fast paced, action packed kick off to more exciting adventures for Sheena!"

Sheena began her fictional existence as an orphan raised by a shaman in the jungle, perfecting her survival skills and mastering the ability to communicate with animals. Her many adventures brought her into conflict with evil hunters, slave traders, and rampaging wildlife. The character has thrilled audiences in several television and film adaptations, including portrayals by actresses Irish McCalla (1955-1956), Tanya Roberts (1984), and Gena Lee Nolin (2000). In this relaunch, Sheena proves her prowess as the guardian of the jungle as she pursues a mysterious invader that has come to spy on the Amazon's most ancient secrets. Following the path of the trespasser, she encounters a forbidden ruin in which even more deadly dangers lie in wait — and begins an adventure that will take her beyond her wildest imaginings!

Cover artwork for Sheena #0 are from Emanuela Lupacchino (Starfire, Supergirl) with "Sneak Peek" covers from Moritat, Ryan Sook (X-Factor, The Spectre) and J. Scott Campbell (The Amazing Spiderman)! Sheena #0 will be in the June 2017 Previews catalog and slated for release in August.