The Deviant: Killer Santa, Horror Comics & LGBTQIA+ Angst

Looking for something a little spooky to get you through the holidays? Forget the Christmas classics – Image Comics is bringing you "The Deviant," a horror story that blends blood-soaked violence with brutal commentary. Think "Santa Slasher" gone wild.

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"The Deviant" is all about the murders in 1973, as this chilling tale puts the "creepy" into Christmas! This comic series is quickly making waves as the ultimate gift for fans of spooky stories.

The Deviant is a Christmas horror miniseries by the brilliant duo James Tynion IV and Joshua Hixson.
Their latest comic, "The Deviant #8," just dropped, putting fans at the edge of their seats and giving a hint that the final issue will bring a big dose of intensity.

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The Evil Santa

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Forget all those jolly Christmas cheer vibes, because "The Deviant" brings a real dose of horror as it dives deep into a sadistic story with this twisted character! It's a killer Santa story. And one of the most unique and awesome parts of "The Deviant." The twisted "Deviant" doesn't stop there.

A killer Santa, who is wielding an ax and creates gruesome scenes with victims as they turn up for those classic Christmas moments.
If that sounds like it might be chilling enough! You can see some of those iconic images in shows like "Tales from the Crypt", and "Silent Night, Deadly Night!" It seems the horror series has been there all along and with a huge dose of terror! "The Deviant" stands apart and that's just the tip of the iceberg.

"The Deviant" looks to scare everyone! One of the big twists for readers is trying to solve the big question

"Who is the killer" and in a super scary moment that's sure to keep readers in the mystery until the very last page.

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A Creepy Tale

The Deviant #1 by Tynion and Hixson - Randall tells Michael he's soft, and remarks that it's a nice thing Image

With the intense artwork, by Hixson! You're sure to be on the edge of your seat, and you won't forget a character like The Deviant. With a creepy mask, long limbs, and piercing stares. It's truly what gives "The Deviant" its powerful chilling atmosphere. Even though readers have been captivated since the start of this series, and it seems like this miniseries, is going to leave fans stunned at the end of its 9th issue, the creators look to leave fans shocked and satisfied in equal measure.

This comic does have an interesting mix as it combines aspects of horror and mystery with intense moments from social commentary.

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Beyond A Slasher:

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The Deviant is not your run of the mill slasher movie, with a real heart behind it.

This comic, that has a haunting, brutal quality, is centered around themes such as a character’s gender identity, making a unique and thoughtful statement about these very human experiences that can be so difficult in an often-inhumane world!

In fact, the comic dives into complex, social issues, focusing on these core characters' sexualities!

The relationship between the killer. He also appears to have been a character who has been caught in some kind of criminal network!
A detective is given a case to crack
All the central figures are part of the LGBTQ+ community. This series does an amazing job with those themes that are all too real!

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The Deviant's Grand Finale:

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Fans who have read all the comics, "The Deviant" really makes for an epic read, especially as the story goes into different generations over a 50 year period. It will go down in history! The big story from The Deviant comes in at a time when the story feels extra eerie as the end of this epic tale is arriving just in time for the Christmas season. And one that is making its way to become a classic!

Fans might get scared reading the story and be on the edge of their seats

This series looks like it's going to make its mark in horror history.
"The Deviant" could even have a special role for comic fans in the world.

That includes more than just chilling moments and terrifying villains, with these special aspects that have brought so many fans joy.

Fans will get more than a bit of a chill up your spine from "The Deviant." There's a real impact as the creators dig deeper to tell this epic story of terror and that really is a refreshing take on those traditional scary tales, which also helps show the humanity of people who have so much strength to keep pushing forward.

This series will become a real force for those who love horror and one that's a great addition. Fans who are really interested, "The Deviant" has a brutal style but it's going to keep you reading till the very last moment. There are plenty of Killer Santas that make those "creepy Christmas" films worth the watch. But this might just become a modern take on the stories we know!

Grab a copy today and read "The Deviant" as its set to be one of the best and most remarkable reads in Image Comics, bringing the holiday season a really awesome and unforgettable addition.

The Deviant: Killer Santa, Horror Comics & LGBTQIA+ Angst

The Evil Santa

A Creepy Tale

Beyond A Slasher:

The Deviant's Grand Finale:

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