From Under Mountains #5

From Image Comics, this fifth chapter of Gibson, Leong, and Churchland's fantasy series carries one of the most quietly haunting covers of 2016: a towering, tree-like spirit rendered in deep violet leans forward with almost tender curiosity, cradling a small branch from which autumn leaves drift away into pale emptiness. The creature's fluid, branching form blurs the line between living thing and ancient force of nature, setting a mood that is melancholy and majestic all at once. If you've been following this series for its atmospheric world-building, this issue's cover alone makes a strong case for staying on board.