JUNE 27, 2022 - Over the weekend, ComicBook.com reported Star Trek: Lower Decks is stepping into the world of comic books, with the first of a three-issue limited series due to be released in September of this year from IDW Publishing. With Lower Decks staring down the barrel of a season 3 release later this year, along with the series’ second season coming to Blu-ray in July, you’d think that would be enough for 2022. It isn’t.

The latest offering from IDW promises to be just as imaginative and visually stunning as what you’ve come to expect from their Star Trek comics. Marvel writer and Eisner Award winner Ryan North (The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl) has joined forces with artist Chris Fenoglio to create this unique addition to the growing collection of IDW Star Trek comics.

Here’s a brief synopsis of the first issue in the series:

“Soon after leading her crew on a planetary expedition aimed at building bridges and advancing Federation technology, Captain Freeman begins to suspect that the planet and its people are not all what they seem… Meanwhile, the crew in the lower decks take to the holodeck, enjoying some much-needed recreational time—until a bloodthirsty visitor decides to join in on their games.”

The first issue of IDW’s Star Trek: Lower Decks limited comic series is due for release September 14th. Check with your local comic retailer for preorder and purchase details.