Mad Cave Studios is racing into San Diego Comic-Con International (SDCC) 2025 with high-octane exclusives, action-packed panels, in a show-stopping celebration of comics!
The publisher will debut two must-have San Diego Comic-Con exclusive variants:
SPEED RACER #1 – Convention Exclusive Cover
ENDLESS NIGHT #1 – Con Exclusive
Mad Cave Studios will also rev up the fun at the Comic Book Legal Defense Fund (CBLDF) Welcome Party, co-sponsoring alongside fellow publishers to champion the vital mission of protecting creative freedom in comics. As part of the festivities, Mad Cave will spotlight Speed Racer with special giveaways and a sneak peek at its highly anticipated new comic series.
“Mad Cave is honored to support the CBLDF and its mission to protect the rights of creators, retailers, and readers,” said Allison Pond, VP of Marketing at Mad Cave Studios. “We can’t wait to celebrate alongside our fellow comics fans—and we’re bringing plenty of Speed Racer energy to the party!”
Fresh off receiving the prestigious Bob Clampett Humanitarian Award—presented by Comic-Con International for outstanding humanitarian efforts in the comics community—Mad Cave Studios continues its commitment to uplifting creators, readers, and communities around the world.
SDCC 2025 Panels Featuring Mad Cave Studios, Nakama Press, Maverick & Papercutz
Friday, July 25
Make ‘Em Laugh: Using Jokes, Puns, and Goofy Ideas to Hook Reluctant Readers
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | Shiley Special Events Suite, San Diego Central Library
A hilarious conversation with creators from Abuzz, Transformers: Worst Bot Ever, Grumpy Monkey School Stinks! and more about how humor keeps kids reading and learning.
Saturday, July 26
Manga Without Borders: The Global Evolution
1:30 PM – 2:30 PM | Room 29CD
Explore manga’s worldwide rise with Nakama Press, VIZ Media, Square Enix, and more. Moderated by Mad Cave’s Allison Pond.
A Flash of Creativity: Draw with the Flash Gordon Adventures Artists!
3:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Room 11
A family-friendly workshop with Art Baltazar, Franco, and John Patrick Green celebrating Flash Gordon Adventures Vol. 2.
Hispanic Creators and Artists Discuss the Comic Book Industry Past, Present, and Future
4:00 PM – 5:00 PM | Room 9
Mad Cave CEO Mark London joins Jorge R. Gutierrez, Alex Sinclair, and others to discuss their careers and the evolving industry.
Sunday, July 27
Draw Disney’s Phineas and Ferb with Phineas and Ferb!
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM | Room 11
A lively all-ages workshop with artist John Green and voice actors Vincent Martella (Phineas) and David Errigo Jr. (Ferb).
In-Booth Signings at Booth #2806
(Mad Cave Studios & Papercutz)
Fans can meet Mad Cave’s award-winning talent all weekend long! From Speed Racer to Flash Gordon Adventures to Phineas and Ferb, there’s something for every reader.
Thursday, July 24
- 10:00 AM – Amit Tishler & Elliot Sperl (The Last Wardens)
- 11:00 AM – Steven DeKnight (Beneath)
- 12:00 PM – LA Strong Signing (Bob Clampett Humanitarian Award Winner)
- 1:00 PM – Joe Harris (Past Time)
- 2:00 PM – Chris Condon (Far Down Below)
- 3:00 PM – Phillip Sevy (Don’t Forget Your Briefcase)
- 3:30 PM – Miraculous Chibi Signing with Cristina Vee (Voice Actress)
Friday, July 25
- 10:00 AM – Inaki Brothers (Blade Forger)
- 11:00 AM – LA Strong Signing (Bob Clampett Humanitarian Award Winner)
- 12:00 PM – Jeremy Adams & Lee Loughridge (Flash Gordon)
- 1:00 PM – Speed Racer Signing with Jeremy Adams & David Pepose
- 2:00 PM – Zack Kaplan (Dark Empty Void)
- 3:00 PM – Oliver Bly (The Mushroom Knight) — Russ Manning Award Winner
- 4:00 PM – Ryan Alexander-Tanner & Mark Russell (The Vanishing Point)
Saturday, July 26
- 10:00 AM – Jim Calafiore & Dan Didio (Defenders of the Earth)
- 11:00 AM – LA Strong Signing (Bob Clampett Humanitarian Award Winner)
- 12:00 PM – David Pepose, Michael Cho, & Mark London (Speed Racer / Speed Racer: Tales From the Road)
- 1:00 PM – Jimmy Palmiotti (Pop Kill)
- 2:00 PM – Pierre-Alexandre Comtois (Sunder) — Russ Manning Award Nominee
- 3:00 PM – Mario B. Long (God Tier)
- 4:00 PM – Rubine (Look Into My Eyes)
- 5:00 PM – Art Baltazar, John Patrick Green, & Franco (Flash Gordon Adventures)
- 6:00 PM – Mark London (Endless Night)
Sunday, July 27
- 12:00 PM – Vincent Martella & David Errigo Jr. (Voices of Phineas and Ferb) with John Patrick Green
- 1:00 PM – Richard Hamilton (Scoop & Tectiv)
- 3:00 PM – Papercutz Group Signing (Digital Lizards of Doom & more)
Mad Cave Studios is a leading independent publisher of comics and graphic novels, committed to creating high-quality, inclusive, and entertaining stories across genres and age groups. Through its imprints—Maverick, Papercutz, and Nakama Press—Mad Cave connects with readers worldwide and champions the power of storytelling.
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