Thousands of digital comic fans encountered sudden downtime on the Comix website on August 22, 2026, prompting numerous fans to look for alternative platforms for manga titles and manhwa.

In parallel updates, Fantagraphics Books provided an exclusive preview of the Queen of Cosmos Comix Trilogy by Barbara "Willy" Mendes, a psychedelic series previously only available in small presses.

The collected trilogy is set to be printed later this year, giving comic enthusiasts a new opportunity to discover the series.