As we go into the month of October, it seems that horror movies are all anyone wants to talk about. Comic fans who prefer to settle down with a good graphic novel, though, should also get excited. Over the past few decades, tons of stellar series have come out that are perfect for reading on and around Halloween.
Whether fans like zombies, vampires, or monsters, there is a comic series that is perfect for them. Almost every big series out there has done a special on horror or Halloween, but the series below gives readers a spooky feel throughout the whole story.
10 Lady Death
If you are really into strong female protagonists, then Lady Death by Coffin Comics is a must. She is the ruler of Hell and is drawn in a beautiful gothic art style that will make fans of the metal genre instant fans.
In the comics, Lady Death plays the part as an antagonist and protagonist depending on what part of her story you are reading. No matter which comic you pick up, though, you can be sure to find lots of action all throughout the series.
9 Lucifer
Most comic fans will be more familiar with the tv show version of Lucifer. Unlike in the show though, Lucifer isn't just running around trying to solve mysteries; the Lucifers storyline is much grander and centers more on the struggles of Heaven and Hell.
The story in the comics is much darker, and all the characters have massive differences in their personality. For those who want to start the series at the very beginning, they will need to pick up volume 4 of The Sandman.
8 30 Days of Night
30 Days of Night is mostly known due to the movie but is actually a sprawling comic series that covers several different areas. Most of the comics take place after the original story and follow various characters as they try to help the rest of the world and return to a normal life.
A few select comics take a different approach to the story to show how the vampires are trying to take over other territories. Fans of the classic ravenous vampires will want to delve into the many different stories in this universe.
7 Buffy the Vampire Slayer
A classic comic that any vampire fan can always go to is Buffy the Vampire Slayer. While the comics vary from the shows, the core concept is still there, a strong-willed woman named Buffy takes on the undead to keep those around her safe.
This series has been publishing for more than a decade, so there is a ton of material out there if you are a new reader. Starting in 2019, BOOM! Comics even started a reboot of the series that makes it easy to get into the series.
6 Swamp Thing
Swamp Thing has been around since his debut in 1971. The story follows Swamp Thing, who used to be friends with a scientist but ended up having his body dumped when an experiment on him supposedly went wrong.
While Swamp Thing got revenge on the scientist who used him, he was rejected by the woman he loved, forcing him to live in the swamp alone. This series is a must for any comic fans who love the monster genre.
5 The Walking Dead
The Walking Dead isn't just a TV show; it was a comic series first and even diverged from the plot that most fans are familiar with. Now that the series has become popular, these graphic novels have been compiled into massive books that are sold just about everywhere.
The biggest downside is that there is no Daryl Dixon because he is a TV-only character, which has caught many fans off guard. For those who want some zombie action and already love the TV show, these comics are a safe bet.
4 Afterlife with Archie
Archie did a whole comic series that placed the characters from Riverdale in the middle of a nightmarish world. This was the first adult comics in the series and was made to pull in older fans that normally wouldn't bother with the comics.
The story goes south after Hot Dog is killed in a car accident, returns as a zombie, and begins to infect others in the town. The series focuses on Archi and friends trying to stay alive in the growing zombie apocalypse.
3 Ice Cream Man
Ice Cream Man is a variety of stories revolving around several different sets of characters that change from chapter to chapter. The only constant is the Ice Cream Man, who is able to make someone's wishes come true.
Fans of psychological horror seem to love the series as it takes a deep look into human cruelty. As it turns out, meeting the Ice Cream Man is a sign that life is about to get chaotic as he is a sinister creature who loves pain.
2 Vampirella
This series puts readers in the shoes of Vampirella, a gorgeous alien who decided to rid the world of bad vampires. The character has gone through a few different reboots that change her origin, which sometimes changes her from an alien to a resident of Hell.
Vampirella is another action-based series perfect for horror fans who don't want to get into anything that's too spooky. For fans looking for another strong female lead, this is the perfect Halloween themed series to pick up.
1 Raven
Fans of occult topics may enjoy the Raven series from DC, which revolves around the young girl's heritage and magical powers. There are several iterations of Raven for fans to read about, including a recently released comic that sees her living as a normal teenager.
Raven and the Daughters of Darkness are the perfect mix of superhero action and magic goodness. The series focuses on some lesser-known superheroes and is another great pick for fans who aren't into traditional horror titles.