IDW is launching a new crossover of Hasbro creations with My Little Pony/Transformers II. The four-part monthly miniseries will begin in April 2021.
The story starts when the Decepticons try to use a modified Spacebridge to bring magic to Cybertron but instead unleash a powerful evil from Equestria. The two worlds meet in the return of IDW’s crossover concept, written by James Asmus and Sam Maggs with art by Jack Lawrence and Casey W. Coller.
“I can’t wait to jump back into this world of magical friendships that really is more than meets the eye,” Maggs said. “It’s such a blast coming up with the most fun (and downright weird) pairings of ponies and ‘bots, and I think fans of both series are going to be surprised at what’s we’ve got for them this second time around!”
“The first crossover was about as much fun as I’ve had in my writing career,” Asmus said. “I am hugely delighted that we’re not only doing a follow up, but getting to flip the script. In the first series, we got to tell really charming and fun stories by tossing the Autobots and Decepticons into the colorful, magical world of Equestria. But now, dragging dark magic and friendly ponies into the sci-fi world of Cybertron lets us play with brand new tones, toys, and team-ups!”
“We are so excited to work with some amazingly talented writers and artists to bring this marvelous mashup back to comic stores! Just like the previous volume, many creators are contributing stories that are going to bring our favorite ponies to Cybertron and beyond, including returning writers James Asmus, Sam Maggs, Ian Flynn, and returning artists Jack Lawrence, Casey W. Coller, Priscilla Tramontano, and Tony Fleecs – all joined by some new, exciting faces,” Editor Megan Brown said. “The creators on this series are exceptional, able to bridge the gap between Autobot and pony to make a colorful, vibrant world. We’re thrilled for everyone (and everypony!) to see what we have in store!”
My Little Pony/Transformers II #1 will feature multiple covers, including cover A by Fleecs, cover B by Bethany McGuire-Smith, and retailer incentive editions by Jon Gray and Anna Malkova.
