Top 15 Best Comics with Zombies

15. Scooby Apocalypse

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What happens when nostalgic cartoons attempt to be more dark and gritty?

Scooby and the Gang already tried their luck on Zombie Island. So what happens in this entirely new concept that involves an actual zombie apocalypse? Keep in mind they barely escaped with their lives on Zombie Island. This is a whole new sh*tstorm. And what’s even bigger? The friendships start to fall apart because of all this.  

I can’t really get behind on this. Especially turning a classic cartoon into something completely M. Night Shyamalan. 

You can have the Scooby gang in live-action. Have them involved in the Lego verse. Or even bring in Scrappy Doo just to f*ck with the fandom. 

But this is a big fat ‘NO’ from me. Especially when it makes my favorite character look like the bad guy (hint: better than Daphne). 

14. Rick and Morty 

 

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The love between a grandpa and his grandson is a wonderful thing. Can’t say the same for Rick Sanchez and his grandson Morty. They two (mainly Rick) are always causing sh*t in the world. Or any other dimension. And yet somehow they still stick together. 

No, this is not a “family love” kind of cartoon. Everyone in the family sucks. Except for Jerry (MORE LOVE FOR JERRY). 

To anyone who is even still watching this show: it gets really bad after Season 2. 

Comics are a stress-reliever from all the bullsh*t the new episodes are making. 

13. Monster High

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Freaky is fabulous! Join Frankie, Cleo, Draculaura, and Howleen as they attend Monster High. Where everyone is not only different, they make it clear that these ghouls are no different to us. Especially when “normies” believe they are just monsters, most will go above and beyond to show these ghouls are fun. 

I didn’t even know they had a comic series. I didn’t even know that before the cartoon, this franchise started with a book series. 

I didn’t even know they had an anime! 

To be perfectly honest, I would rather watch the movies than watch the cartoon. The 3D animation feels a lot more “comfortable” than the stiff flash animation. 

The comics are a fun little read. But don’t stress if it’s hard to find them. 

I’m still wondering if this franchise will ever come back. And not with a sh*tty reboot to “impress the kiddos”. 

12. Jesus Hates Zombies

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The world is now overrun by zombies. God, disgusted by how his creation has become a cesspool of unliving dead, sends his son to take care of it. However, as soon as Jesus arrives, he realizes his power is only managed through faith. And given the world’s situation...there’s not much. He must track down the remaining believers before putting an end to this living Hell. 

Jesus. Christ. 

Oh, Abraham Lincoln is in it? And he’s a werewolf hunter? Freaking fantastic. 

Imagine reading this while attending a Christian grade school... 

11. The Walking Dead

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A mysterious virus broke out and soon more became infected. As the numbers of the undead get higher, the survivors must fight their way for what’s left of civilization. But even as they manage to escape this nightmare...they still got each other to deal with. And some end up conspiring for control or “better beliefs”. 

I don’t watch the show. 

And I’m pretty sure the comics are like filler episodes for the show itself. 

I know the show is obviously scary. It’s no wonder it’s a big deal during Universal Studios Horror Nights. 

10. My Little Pony: Friendship is Magic

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Yes. Believe it or not, the ponies have actually dealt with a zombie-like apocalypse. What is the comic about? I don’t know. This show already ended (although it’s already getting a new revival). But knowing how completely sugar-coated this series is, I don’t think you have to worry about anything if you actually find the comic. After all, if somepony was actually responsible, the cast will just forgive them and pretend it never happened (like a certain bitch who almost erased characters from history and got a slap on the hoof for it...)

Super sweet and friendship is power? Yeah, that’s bullsh*t. Friendship is overrated and completely unreal when it comes to these ponies. 

And I HATE how it tries to be “relevant”. That Rick and Morty cameo in one episode was just an attempt at getting more attention. I mean, at first I thought it was cool. But then I realized that they were just trying TOO HARD. I mean, that cameo just didn’t seem...fitting. 

Look at these cover comparisons and tell me they weren’t trying to be relevant just because people have interests that aren’t MLP? 

9. Adventure Time 

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Whether it’s saving princesses from the Ice King or helping little creatures cross a bridge, Finn and Jake are always ready to lend a helping hand. In the Land of Ooo, anything excites them. And they are never afraid to turn even the most mundane task into an adventure. 

I lost interest in the show after season 2 (too much drama, favorite ship was destroyed, and  hated how Finn was “getting older”). The comics aren’t exactly my cup of tea either. I liked it better when it was a slice-of-life show with no dark-and-gritty plotline. 

So since there’s a candy princess, a fire princess, and a lumpy space princess, does that mean there’s a zombie princess? Because I just learned there’s a hot dog princess. 

Yeah, pretty sure even the Ice King would want to kidnap a zombie princess. 

8. Atomic Robo Volume 3: Atomic Robo and the Shadows From Beyond Time 

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A complete volume of the wise but salty Atomic Robo whose adventures have him dealing with the craziest things. In this particular volume, he’s got to deal with the living dead, and an entity who won’t quit playing with the horror genre. 

Atomic Robo is a blessing in disguise. I remember when I was in college, and having one of the absolute worst nights of my life. I drove off to the comic store, and just wanted to stay there to escape the world. 

I came across this graphic novel (as well as Vol. 2 and 3) and took a peak. 

Atomic Robo felt like someone I could talk to about my problems. And once I was halfway through the volume, I felt relieved and almost optimistic. 

I ended up buying all the volumes they had available (and a volume from Strawberry Shortcake: Itty Bitty Adventures). 

Believe me when I say this is better than your precious Marvel and DC. Atomic Robo doesn’t do bullsh*t and it shows. 

7. The Simpsons 

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Whether causing trouble for the city of Springfield (or for each other), we can’t live without America’s most iconic family. Hell, no matter how many times they offend them, not even the other countries can be without them. Rick Sanchez said it best after he and Morty accidentally crashed their house and practically killed the Simpsons!

I think the Treehouse of Horror segments do better than the regular episodes. Because let’s be honest, nothing remains canon for long. And anything that is canon is basically changed next season (remember when Homer had a half-brother?).

Treehouse of Horror is not only away from canon, it takes something Hollywood has done and makes it ten times better. (They did a Labyrinth reference in one of their couch gags!)

6. Monsterkind 

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Wallace Foster relocates to District C, a place heavily inhabited by monster citizens. He hopes with his expertise, he will be able to help them with their problems. As he meets many zany characters and becomes part of the community, he begins to unravel a mystery with District C. 

No, this is not owned by Marvel. Or Disney. 

This is why artists deserve more credit and respect. 

Monsterkind isn’t overly complicated. It doesn’t sexualize its characters. And it especially does not take the reader for granted. 

It’s lighthearted and fun. And it’s a regular human fitting easily with monster people. What more needs to be said? 

5. Afterlife with Archie 

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You know him as the cute ginger guy who loves his town known as Riverdale. You also know him as the guy who can’t decide between two girls who constantly fight for his affection. But do you know him as the zombie slayer? “Afterlife” is that attempt at making the whole dark-and-gritty-reboot-to-something-already-good thing. 

I don’t like all the “emo horror” crap they’re doing to my beloved Archie. They already screwed over Sabrina with that sh*tty Netflix series (the main girl needs to find a new show to star in...like The CW). 

And don’t get me started on the live-action Riverdale series. I will never forgive the writers for turning Miss Grundy into a sexual predator. 

Everything we laughed and enjoyed in the Archie comics has turned into something horrid, scary, and overall disgusting in this Afterlife series. 

I can’t spoil anything but you might throw the comic down in absolute rage once you get to the Blossom twins. 

4. ZomCom 

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You got Monster High. And then you got this. A sweet slice-of-life involving young monsters leading normal lives. Well, as normal as it can get. Don’t question their abilities when it comes to having a good time. Their abilities are the reason they are having a good time. 

Zombie girl in this series is just overall adorable. Well, they’re all adorable. 

I just love how mundane it’s supposed to be, but with the added horror-ific twist!

Definitely a good read if you want a plotless comic with some laughs. 

3. Plants Vs. Zombies 

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Imagine being a gardener and proud of all the effort you made to produce a nice garden. Imagine being a gardener during a zombie apocalypse and the plants in your garden are your only defense. Yeah, pretty much explained the entire franchise. 

I didn’t even know this game had comics. I didn’t even know this game was still relevant today. 

Are we expecting a Plants Vs. Zombies movie soon? After all, we are most definitely getting a Candy Crush one. 

2. Boyfriend of the Dead 

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A girl suddenly finds herself fighting zombies and falling in love at the same time. Her new boyfriend is a zombie, let that be clear. Despite being obviously different, they somehow make this relationship work, especially during the apocalypse. 

Anyone remember that bogus, Twilight-wannabe movie called Warm Bodies? 

This comic is that but better. 

1. Sonic the Hedgehog 

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2021 marks 30 years since this hedgehog has graced our world. Well, graced, trolled, crushed, and pretty much scammed it. We still love him. And his large assortment of one-note characters that aren’t Amy, Knuckles, and Tales (although those guys need some serious character development work right now after Sonic Boom). 

At first I thought the Sonic franchise was going to go the MLP route and suck up to the Walking Dead fandom. 

But no, they actually created a new twist with the whole “zombification” thing. Dr. Eggman created what is called the Metal Virus, which he uses via nanobots to infect the citizens. 

Characters getting infected are not dead. They’re just infected. 

They’re practically robots! Zombots! 

Oh, yeah, and Sonic proves once again that no matter what we still adore him.