Out of the ashes of EPITAPHS FROM THE ABYSS, the immortal EC Comics ushers THE TORMENTOR—a new horror host with an unhealthy interest in human anatomy—into a bloody new horror anthology! Hold onto your head (if it’s still attached) . . . because no one escapes the CATACOMB OF TORMENT! For Her Royal Travesty of Pain's first request: Master storytellers John Arcudi ( B.P.R.D ), Marguerite Bennett ( Batwoman ), Matt Bors ( The Toxic Avenger ), Evan Dorkin ( Beasts of Burden ), J. Holtham ( The Horizon Experiment ), Patricia A. Jackson ( Star Wars: Tales from the New Republic ), and Matt Kindt ( BRZRKR ), join artists Valeria Burzo ( EC's Epitaphs from the Abyss) , Kano ( EC's Cruel Universe ), Lukas Ketner ( Count Crowley ), David Lapham ( Stray Bullets ), Shawn Martinbrough ( Thief of Thieves ), Dan McDaid ( Shazam !), Patrick Piazzalunga ( Monsters Are My Business ), Fabiana Mascolo ( Cyberpunk 2077 ), Sami Kivelä ( Abbott ), Shawn McManus ( Fables ), and Christopher Mitten ( The Autumn Kingdom ) to turn the red-hot irons on all-new, blisteringly brutal tales of mayhem and malice in the undying EC tradition! The critics are already saying, “This is literal torture” and “Please make it stop!” Pick up this fright-packed and fearful first volume—and we might just consider letting them go! Collects Catacomb of Torment #1–4 . “Catacomb of Torment is a bloody, brilliant, and brutal return to form. Oni-Lion Forge and the incredible team of creators have successfully resurrected the spirit of EC comics for a modern audience while honoring its legacy. The stories are sharp, the art is fantastic, and the twists are as satisfyingly grim as ever. This is not just a comic; it’s an experience. It’s a declaration that true horror never dies.” ― Comic Book Addicts “An intense, entertaining and thrilling story with a great message and fantastically detailed art throughout.” ― Superpowered Fancast “Another new title in the tradition of classic EC horror comics - and this one does not disappoint.” ― Pop Culture Podium “The resurgence of the iconic EC Comics brand is a treat for all horror fans, and Oni Press has been diligently releasing a slew of different series and issues that bring the best talents in comics to the darkest stories fit to print.” ― Macabre Daily “Oni Press has found resounding success in the resurrection of EC Horror, leading to new anthologies and series that hope to further the legacy of the legendary William Gaines and his groundbreaking work…. Catacomb of Torment will feature a new sadistic host, cut from the same cloth as the previous ones, called The Tormentor. This one seems like he can get a bit too excited when it comes to human anatomy. To be fair, though, which of these ghastly EC hosts doesn’t look like they’d be willing to carve out a little play time here and there with the odd dismembered limb. I’d imagine it’s a requirement to qualify as an EC horror host. Aren’t horror anthologies the perfect summer companions? As reading lists and book influencers try to get you started on five-book romantasy series, a good shot of terror can make you feel the need to add some darkness to that summer sunshine. Maybe even motivate a complete horror takeover of the season. Catacomb of Torment aims to do precisely that.” ― Comics Beat John Arcudi is an American comic book writer best known for his work on The Mask and B.P.R.D., and his series Major Bummer. Arcudi grew up in Buffalo, New York. Marguerite Bennett is an American comic book writer. She has worked on Bombshells, Angela, Josie and the Pussycats, and her creator-owned books InSeXts and Animosity. Her work has been recognized for her depiction of female relationships, and her representation of LGBTQ stories and characters earned nominations for a GLAAD Media Award in 2016 and 2017. Matt Bors is an Eisner-winning comics editor and two time Pulitzer Prize Finalist in cartooning. He is currently writing the upcoming Toxic Avenger comic book along with Justice Warriors, a dystopian satire created with artist Ben Clarkson from Ahoy Comics. In 2013, he founded The Nib , which published 6,000 comics, three books, and 15 issues of an award-winning print magazine. In 2017 he was the Executive Producer and head writer for two seasons of The Nib animation produced by Topic with Augenblick Studios. Bors’ comics have appeared in The Nation , The Guardian , Village Voice , CNN , The Intercept , and were collected in the book We Should Improve Society Somewhat . He also drew the graphic novel War Is Boring , written by David Axe, and edits comics for In These Times magazine. Evan Dorkin is a multiple Eisner Award–winning comic book writer, creator, artist, penciler, and cover artist. He is known for Beasts of Burden, Dark Horse Presents, The Eltingville Club, The Goon, and Hellboy. J. Holtham is an American screenwriter, best known for his work on TV shows such as Cloak and Dagger , Jessica Jones , and Supergi