The Phantom #26 & #27 by Shakti Comics: Destiny, Prison Break & the Next Big Chapter for Phantom
The Phantom #26 & #27: Shakti Comics Continues Delivering Modern Phantom Adventures to Indian Readers
For decades, The Phantom has enjoyed a passionate fan following in India. While readers have often waited years for new stories to arrive locally, that landscape has changed significantly over the last couple of years.
Among the publishers keeping Lee Falk’s legendary hero alive for Indian audiences, Shakti Comics deserves recognition for its consistent publishing schedule and commitment to bringing modern Phantom stories to readers across the country.
Like any growing publisher, the journey hasn’t been without challenges. Some collectors have expressed concerns regarding AI-generated artwork used on promotional pages, while others have pointed out occasional print quality inconsistencies. These are valid pieces of feedback from a passionate community that deeply cares about the character.
At the same time, it’s equally important to acknowledge the positive strides Shakti Comics has made. The publisher has significantly accelerated Phantom releases in India, introduced newer international story arcs without long delays, and even reduced the pricing of Hindi editions, making the Ghost Who Walks more accessible to a wider audience.
Constructive criticism helps every publisher grow, and if recent releases are any indication, Shakti Comics appears committed to listening to its readers while continuing to improve.
Now, the spotlight shifts to their latest releases…
The Battle Against Destiny Begins
The latest Phantom storyline raises the stakes like never before. The assault on Gravelines Maximum Security Prison is finally underway.
What begins as a daring rescue mission quickly spirals into an all-out war as the Bandar Nation launches an explosive attack to free political prisoners. Explosions shake the prison walls, loyalties are tested, and every decision carries life-changing consequences.
Yet beneath the thrilling action lies something even more dangerous.
The Phantom finds himself haunted by an ancient prophecy that appears to predict his fate. Every step toward victory may actually be leading him closer to the destiny he has spent years trying to avoid.
Can the Ghost Who Walks rewrite destiny?
Or has history already decided the ending?
The Phantom #26 – Dungeons Undone
Shipping Begins: 20 July 2026
The twenty-sixth issue reveals an important twist in the ongoing saga.
Readers discover that it wasn’t Guran who persuaded the Bandar Nation to join the prison assault, it was Diana Palmer-Walker. As Gravelines Prison descends into chaos, the overwhelmed prison authorities struggle to maintain control while Babudan calls upon the remaining defenders to surrender peacefully.
Meanwhile, Savarna wishes to destroy the prison’s main gate, unknowingly following the exact route described in the mysterious Chronicle of Mozz.
The Phantom, however, has reasons to fear the prophecy more than anyone else.
His warnings to Babudan and his unusual concern about Savarna hint that far darker events may soon unfold.
With Tony DePaul’s gripping narrative and Mike Manley’s dynamic artwork, Dungeons Undone promises another tense chapter in one of modern Phantom’s most acclaimed storylines.
Issue Details
- Story: Dungeons Undone
- Writer: Tony DePaul
- Artist: Mike Manley
- Colours: King Features Syndicate
- Cover Artist: Avishek Biswas
- Pages: 48 + 4 Glossy
- Price: ₹249
The Phantom #27 – The Journey Home
If issue #26 builds the tension, The Journey Home promises to deliver the emotional consequences.
Following the prison breakout, the characters must now deal with the aftermath of the conflict while the prophecy surrounding the Phantom refuses to loosen its grip.
The creative team expands with artists Mike Manley, Bret Blevins, and Jeff Weigel, promising a visually exciting continuation of the story.
Will the Phantom finally confront the destiny foretold by Mozz?
Can Diana, Guran, and the Bandar Nation help alter what seems inevitable?
Those answers await readers in what promises to be another memorable chapter.
Issue Details
- Story: The Journey Home
- Writer: Tony DePaul
- Artists: Mike Manley, Bret Blevins & Jeff Weigel
- Colours: King Features Syndicate
- Cover Artist: Avishek Biswas
- Pages: 28 + 4 Glossy
- Price: ₹249
Modern Phantom stories have earned praise worldwide for balancing Lee Falk’s classic adventure spirit with contemporary storytelling.
Tony DePaul’s long running saga has steadily expanded Phantom mythology, introduced memorable new characters, and explored deeper emotional themes without losing the adventurous charm that made the series legendary.
For Indian readers, Shakti Comics is making these stories available far more quickly than ever before a significant achievement for fans who once had very limited access to recent Phantom adventures.
With The Phantom #26: Dungeons Undone and The Phantom #27: The Journey Home, Indian Phantom fans have another exciting opportunity to experience one of the most compelling modern story arcs featuring the Ghost Who Walks.
If you’ve been following Tony DePaul’s epic narrative, these two issues look set to become essential additions to your Phantom collection.
The battle has begun.
The prophecy grows stronger.
And the Ghost Who Walks must once again prove why legends never die. Cheers – Comics Byte!!
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