Some masked crimefighters are born great, while others have greatness thrust upon them. And as The Black Ghost proves, greatness can even come to emotionally toxic alcoholics with an addiction to trouble. In which case, it’s the people close to them who pay the price.

The latest book released as part of the comiXology Originals line of exclusive digital content (only available on comiXology and Kindle), The Black Ghost has taken a gleefully grungy look at the classic costumed crimefighter trope, following Lara Dominguez instead of the titular hero (a troubled reporter even Jessica Jones would say has a problem). But when Lara’s investigation into her city’s new crime lord catches the attention of The Black Ghost – and Lara witnesses him murdered for his trouble – she has a new crisis to face. Will she take up the mantle of The Black Ghost, as a mysterious figure wishes? Or is she too committed to drinking and self-destruction to survive?

The previous issue from Alex Segura, Monica Gallagher, George Kambadais, and Ellie Wright ended in ominous fashion, with Lara celebrating her first fight as the new Black Ghost with another bender… causing her to miss a request for help from her student, Ernesto. Embracing the enthusiasm of fighting back for your neighborhood, Ernesto decided to take matters into his own hands (just like The Black Ghost). But our exclusive preview of The Black Ghost #4 shows what readers expected would happen. And from here on out, the mission to take down her target is going to get a lot more dangerous – and personal – for Lara. Check out the official preview pages below, along with cover art from Bill Sienkiewicz:

 

Readers can find the full solicitations details and plot synopsis for the coming issue below:

  • THE BLACK GHOST #4 (OF 5) Written by: Alex Segura, Monica Gallaghe Art by: George Kambadais, Ellie Wright Cover by: Bill Sienkiewicz Lettered by: Taylor Esposito Edited by Greg Lockard The city is abuzz about a mysterious new vigilante - claiming to be the new Black Ghost! But can Lara keep her new side gig a secret as she quickly realizes that the tentacles of the Creighton underworld fight back? Ragged and desperate, Lara must call every ounce of her reserves to uncover the truth behind the mysterious figure pulling the strings of the city’s criminal landscape - and what they really want.

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