exquisite corpses serial killer comic bookTiny Onion
By
Tiffany Leigh
Published 22 minutes ago
Tiffany is an award-winning journalist and avid comic book reader.
She is a nerd-at-heart and loves going to comic-cons to attend all the panels and wander artist alley. She loves to support and strengthen the comic community.
Her first story on NYCC cosplayers recceived Editor's Pick on Forbes and since then, she has been covering indie comics on Instagram, in comic magazines, newsletters, and traditional media outlets. She has since expanded her scope of coverge into the Big Two: DC and Marvel.
There are no wrong/bad questions when it comes to comics. Her aim is to appeal to new and longstanding readers with dynamic stories that go beyond capes and cowels.
If she isn't engaging in comic book coverage and interviewing the likes of Jim Lee and Todd McFarlane, you'll find her on Instagram doing comic reviews/education, unboxing, bag breaks, contests, faux cosplay, and working with indie publishers to champion their titles and work.
Follow her on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leightiffany_/
Sign in to your ScreenRant account
Summary
Generate a summary of this story
follow
Follow
followed
Followed
Like
Like
Thread
Log in
Here is a fact-based summary of the story contents:
Try something different:
Show me the facts
Explain it like I’m 5
Give me a lighthearted recap
Exquisite Corpses (EC) is this year's breakout indie comic book of 2025; and while it has slashed all of its competition with its storytelling and sales, they're only just getting started. Co-published by Tiny Onion + Image Comics — and conceived by mastermind co-creators James Tynion IV and Michael Walsh— the series has racked up 1/2 million issues sold-to-date. To build upon this success, they shared details at New York Comic Con (NYCC)about their EC card game, whoseKickstarter launch debuts in spring 2026.The comic series is about America’s twelve wealthiest families playing a sick, twisted game every five years: they each select a deadly serial killer to represent them, drop them into a sleepy town, and fight to the gory and gruesome death. The last one standing lets the representative family gain control of the country. “It’s a serial killer Battle Royale and the game is based off of all these characters and the storyline,” Walsh told me at their NYCCpanel.
serial killer, horror comic book, indie, break-outTiny Onion
From Magic To The Macabre: How EC Can Be Played As A Card Game
World Building Beyond Comic Books
Exquisite corpses card gameTiny Onion/ Image Comics
Theduo leveraged Walsh’s work on Magic: The Gathering to create the EC game, and they shared with fans an overview of how to play. “It’s a social strategy card game. You can play as your favorite killer, make alliances based on the characters (per their strengths/weaknesses) and events of the comic—ultimately with the aim of racking up your kill count,” explained Walsh. More detailed instructions can be found via their website.The most salient element to note in all this is the fact that, because of the enduring and universal appeal of the comic, both seasoned tabletop gamers and newbies have been compelled to play. Walsh cites that this phenomenon is due to the deep sense of community they’ve built with fans. “They’ve been so supportive and on this wild-ride with us since the beginning. They feel connected to the EC story and the cards are an extension of this universe which immerses them in the action.” In fact, during the Tiny Onion's extensive Corpse Crew Tour across America and Canada where the writers and artists greeted the fans and answered questions via intimate panels, one person went as far as to say that EC is
EC card game, thriller, horror comic bookTiny Onion
Ahead of theKickstarter launch, fans can start building their deck now, “by collecting the Cover C poly bag editions ofExquisite Corpses”, per the website. Alternatively, a set of 12 cards is available for freehere.
Hinting At Hollywood
The Big Screen Awaits These Serial Killers
What's next for the Tiny Onion team is entirely speculatory, but my killer instincts and logic would dictate that they're (clearly) paving the way for Exquisite Corpses to become a streaming show (Netflix, FX, Disney+, etc) or feature film (perhaps with Blumhouse) in the very near future. After all, James Tynion IV has just secured a movie and series adaptation with the aforementioned production company with his other popular comic series, 'Something Is Killing The Children'.
For now, fans and their (bloody) thirst for all things EC have been quelled with the drop of Volume 1 in trade paperback format and the card game.
image comics Expand Collapse
Headshot Of James Tynion
James Tynion
Birthplace
Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA
Height
James Tynion IV is a comic book writer and not widely known for his height. This information might not be publicly available or verified.
Expand
Collapse
New York Comic Con
Location
Jacob Javits Convention Center in New York, New York
Dates
October 17-20, 2024
Expand
Collapse
-
Comics
We want to hear from you! Share your opinions in the thread below and remember to keep it respectful.
Be the first to post Images Attachment(s) Please respect our community guidelines. No links, inappropriate language, or spam.Your comment has not been saved
Send confirmation emailThis thread is open for discussion.
Be the first to post your thoughts.
- Terms
- Privacy
- Feedback
15 hours ago
Nathan Fillion Was Originally Cast as Green Lantern Hal Jordan, 36 Years Ago
6 hours ago
"Disrespectful": Law & Order: SVU 35-Year Veteran Breaks Silence On Cragen's Death
5 hours ago
Shakespearean Movie From Oscar-Winning Director Gets Rotten Tomatoes Audience Score - Does Everyone Love It As Much As Critics?
14 hours ago
Reflection in a Dead Diamond Review: Extraordinary Eurospy Genre Pastiche is the Rarest of Gems
Trending Now
Marvel Officially Confirms Captain America's Design For Spider-Man's New Appearance
Xbox Game Pass Just Got A Huge New Day-One Release
Hollywood Needs More Franchises Like Knives Out (& Fewer Like The MCU)
