1 / 7Rat God by Richard Corben
Rat God is a horror graphic novel by Richard Corben, collecting issues #1–#5 alongside two versions of his adaptation of H. P. Lovecraft’s “The Rats in the Walls”. Its backwoods mystery blends Lovecraftian mutations with Native American legends, and the edition includes a foreword by Caitlín R. Kiernan.
At a glance
- Collects Rat God #1–#5.
- Includes both black-and-white and colour versions of Corben’s adaptation of “The Rats in the Walls”.
- Foreword by Caitlín R. Kiernan.
- The story combines Lovecraftian mutations and Native American legends.
Often bought together
Pros and cons
Pros
- Combines the complete five-issue Rat God story with two versions of a separate Lovecraft adaptation.
- The 184-page edition also includes a foreword by Caitlín R. Kiernan.
Technical specifications
9 specifications| Publisher | Dark Horse |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 18 Nov. 2025 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 184 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 150674009X |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1506740096 |
| Weight listed | 1.09 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 21.01 x 2.01 x 28.63 cm |
What to know before buying
- The listing describes the plot as drawing on Native American legends. Buyers may wish to review the story’s treatment of these themes before choosing it.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Readers of horror and fantasy graphic novels.
- Richard Corben collectors interested in his Lovecraft adaptation.
- Readers who want both black-and-white and colour versions of the same adapted tale.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking a light or non-horror graphic novel.
- Readers who prefer not to encounter stories drawing on Native American legends.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Frequently asked questions
What does this edition of Rat God collect?
It collects Rat God #1–#5 and includes both the original black-and-white and colour versions of Richard Corben’s adaptation of “The Rats in the Walls”.
Who wrote the foreword?
The listing names Caitlín R. Kiernan as the foreword writer.
How long is the book?
The listing gives a print length of 184 pages.
