The Plot Thickens in OUR BRILLIANT RUIN: Horror at Crane Mansion #2

On Wednesday, May 7th, Dark Horse Comics is releasing OUR BRILLIANT RUIN: Horror at Crane Mansion #2 (of 3) – an Edwardian twist on Lovecraftian horror created in association with the Our Brilliant Ruin TTRPG from Studio Hermitage.

Take a look at the preview, then pick up your copy on New Comic Book Day at your LCS or online retailers!

Here’s a look at the cover, storyline, and preview pages for this week’s
new release from Dark Horse Comics on New Comic Book Day…

OUR BRILLIANT RUIN: Horror at Crane Mansion #2 (of 3)

Script by Cullen Bunn
Art by Christopher Mitten
Colors by Piky Hamilton
Letters by Frank Cvetkovic

Covers & Cover Artists:
Cover A by Helen Mask

Genres: Horror, Media Tie-In
Format: FC, 32 pages; Miniseries

Age range: 16+
SRP: $4.99

Publication Date: May 7, 2025

Based on the tabletop RPG of the same name, Our Brilliant Ruin depicts a world where intricate social ties of allegiance and conflict are tested by the Ruin—a malignant force that corrodes the world and turns people into horrific creatures.

The plot thickens at Crane Mansion after the discovery of Alexander Valgreave’s body. While suspicions grow between the partygoers, Piedmont Accord investigator Elizabeth Ranseur begins to unravel the mystery—only to discover it may be more tragic than anyone could guess…


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