Time Bomb Comics Revives Harker with 'The Fourth Man' in 2026

Time Bomb Comics is pleased to announce that Harker is set to return with a brand-new story, Harker: The Fourth Man, arriving in 2026.

The series is a darkly comic detective adventure. It follows the titular Harker and his second in command, Critchley, as they investigate gruesome murders across Britain. It is known for its sharp writing and art from writer Roger Gibson and artist Vince Danks. Harker has found a passionate audience and has enjoyed a cult status since its original launch as single issues through Ariel Press.

Harker joined Time Bomb Comics in 2020. Since then, they have re-released two stories in full colour. These stories are Harker: The Book of Solomon and Harker: The Black Hound. This has introduced the detectives to a new audience. The Fourth Man will be the first completely new story since moving to Time Bomb.

Set in Portmeirion, famous for its role as The Village in Patrick McGoohan's The Prisoner, this story sees our detectives enter the world of espionage. Investigating not one, but two brutal murders amongst the picturesque faux-Italian architecture. With sly nods towards James Bond, The Man From UNCLE, Matt Helm, The Avengers (the show) and The Prisoner, Harker: The Fourth Man will continue the much-loved adventures of the sardonic investigating duo.

Speaking on the return of Harker to Time Bomb, artist Vince Danks said:

"Roger and I had great fun working on Gravestown, but it's really exciting to be back working on a new Harker book for Time Bomb Comics. We've come up with a great story and I'm really pleased with how the artwork is progressing… I think fans and newcomers will love it!"

Publisher Steve Tanner added:

"Many comic fans have been waiting a long time for a new Harker story, including me. I'm happy to share that, having seen some of Vince's astonishing new art pages, it definitely has been worth the wait!"

Old and new fans can stay updated on everything Harker via a new Patreon page, created by Danks. This will also provide fans with the opportunity to help fund Harker's production in return for advance previews of artwork and discounts in the Patreon shop.