Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely appear set for an epic reunion if Morrison’s cryptic tease of a new comic is to be believed. This dynamic duo last collaborated in 2015 on the Multiversity issue Pax Americana. Now, after nearly a decade, it seems fans of Morrison and Quitlely have something exciting to look forward to in the near future.
On February 28, 2024, Morrison unveiled in his Substack newsletter what seems to be a teaser for an upcoming comic project. The teaser prominently features the words “MORRISON/QUITELY,” hinting at a collaborative effort between the two creators, and precedes an image displaying various sketches alongside handwritten notes, including “Brush” and what appears to be the first half of the word “congratulations.“
Interestingly, these sketches also overlay typed text, which can be viewed more clearly in its entirety below:
“Todd is resolved. BY GOD I’L”
“OKAY OKAY, BUT ONLY BECA”
“WON’T WIN”
“I NEVER WON ANYTHING IN M”
“CUT TO dad’s hand with”
“envelope with a SPACEX lo”
“STARX) slit open”
Grant Morrison and Frank Quitley Reunite for Mystery Project
It’s highly likely that this enigmatic comic will exclusively debut on Morrison’s Substack, considering the newsletter is branded as “Xanaduum Presents,” with Xanaduum being Morrison’s personal label for his Substack platform. By opting for Xanaduum as the hosting platform, Morrison and Quitely will have total creative freedom, liberated from the limitations imposed by major comic publishing giants such as Marvel and DC. This presents an exhilarating chance to witness the two creators collaborating without the constraints of industry norms and politics.
Despite the buzz surrounding this new project and potential partnership, it’s difficult to ascertain the exact nature of the comic. While some lines offer a glimpse of the concept, the lack of context makes it challenging to grasp anything substantial. The most tangible details Morrison appears to unveil include the potential protagonist’s name, “Todd,” and a curious reference to “SPACEX,” which might allude to Elon Musk’s space transportation and exploration company. Therefore, there’s a clear necessity for more details to truly ignite excitement for this project.
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Despite the scarcity of details in this teaser, it’s highly likely that Morrison will soon unveil more news and information about this project. The inclusion of “COMING SOON…” at the bottom of the post suggests a forthcoming timeframe, indicating the project’s nearing completion and the likelihood of additional sneak peeks being revealed soon. It will be interesting to see if future glimpses provide more substantial details or if Morrison will reserve them for the project’s debut. Nevertheless, given Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely’s track record, disappointment seems improbable.
