Caliban #5 (Avatar Press 2014): Facundo Percio Wraparound Variant

Caliban #5 is a "senses-shattering" descent into the final act of Garth Ennis’s deep-space nightmare, and the Wraparound Variant provides the most "mind-blowing" view of the unfolding cosmic horror. As the survivors confront a reality that is "weird and twisted" beyond comprehension, this variant captures the true scale of their isolation. At White Dragon Comics, we track these "investment-grade" Avatar Press variants to ensure the "visual fluidity" of this dark masterpiece is preserved for your collection.

The "Mind-Bending" Wraparound Variant

The "Wraparound" format is a hallmark of Avatar Press, allowing artist Facundo Percio to utilize the entire cover—front and back—to create a "stupefying" panoramic experience.

• The Visual: This cover features a "pulsating" and expansive illustration that showcases the "weird and twisted" fusion of the mining ship and the alien craft. The "visual fluidity" of the design emphasizes the "senses-shattering" scale of the wreckage.

• Artistic Impact: By using the full canvas, Percio captures the "mind-bending" dread of being trapped in a "stupefyingly" vast and indifferent universe, making this an "investment-grade" centerpiece for any collection.

• Collector Status: Wraparound variants are "must-have" items for fans of Garth Ennis's horror work, offering a "senses-shattering" visual definitive of the series' claustrophobic atmosphere.

Issue Summary: "Contact" Part 5

In this "senses-shattering" fifth installment by Garth Ennis, the psychological horror takes a "mind-blowing" turn as the alien's true intent is revealed.

• The Awakening: The entity's true "mind-blowing" objective is revealed, turning the Caliban into a "stupefying" laboratory for biological experimentation.

• The Hunted: Saner and the few remaining survivors face "weird and twisted" horrors as they realize the entity can manipulate their "mind-bending" perceptions and memories.

• No Sanctuary: The "visual fluidity" of the ship's transformation is "senses-shattering," as the technology of the mining vessel is subverted by "weird and twisted" alien biology.

Creative Team & Specifications

• Writer: Garth Ennis

• Artist: Facundo Percio

• Colorist: Hernan Rodriguez

• Cover Artist: Facundo Percio

• Release Date: August 2014

• Publisher: Avatar Press

• Rating: Mature (MR) – Recommended for fans of hard sci-fi, extreme body horror, and psychological dread.

Vault Search: Key Back Issues

Searching for a "mind-bending" rarity to complete your collection? Our specialty vault is currently stocked with these "investment-grade" favorites:

• Caliban #1–7: Complete the "senses-shattering" Ennis sci-fi horror epic.

• Neonomicon: Alan Moore's "weird and twisted" exploration of Lovecraftian horror from Avatar Press.

• Independent Rarities: From Storm King Comics, Ahoy, and Image Comics.

Why Shop at White Dragon Comics?

Supporting a local "Mom & Pop" shop in the Poconos means your collection gets the "visual fluidity" and professional care it deserves.

• Pristine Condition: We stock only high-grade, uncirculated copies. No thumbprints, no spine ticks—just "senses-shattering" perfection for the serious collector.

• Secure T-Folder Shipping: Every order is packed in high-tech specialized mailers. For wraparound covers, where the integrity of the spine and back is essential for the "visual fluidity" of the art, we ensure your book arrives "stupefyingly" pristine.

• Independent Expertise: We specialize in the "hottest" boutique publishers like Avatar Press and Storm King, helping you find the "weird and twisted" gems that the big chains often miss.