It goes without saying that Skybound’s launch of Energon Universe is an incredible success for Skybound. Not one to ignore young readers, Skybound has announced details Transformers: The Worst Robots Ever: The Ball Penthe first in a new series of graphic novels writer Brian Smith and artist Little Maz under its Skybound Comet imprint.
The official press release is as follows:
Skybound Comet is an original graphic novel aimed at young adult and middle grade audiences, in partnership with Image Comics and leading toy and game company Hasbro, it was announced today Transformers: The Worst Robots Ever: Meet the Ball Penis the first book in a new OGN series created by writer Brian “Smitty” Smith (Peas, Bees, and Jay) and artist Marz Jr. (Void Rivals cover artist).
Middle grade readers will learn about the misadventures of a robot more powerful than a sword. Transformers: The Worst Robots Ever: Meet the Ball Pen It will be launched in July next year.
The Decepticons have a reputation for being bad… but Ball Pen is truly the worst – the biggest failure of them all. After his latest attempt to defeat the Autobots goes horribly wrong, he’s kicked out of the Decepticons for good! Can the ball pen defeat the Autobots on its own to prove its worth? Or will he continue to fail and discover that being “the best” is… more important than meets the eye?
“It’s great to bring the ball pen to life,” said Brian “Smitty” Smith. “Adding a brand new character to the Transformers universe is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!”
“I’ve been obsessed with Transformers since I was a kid,” Marz Jr. said. I try to put that magic and love into every page.
The first product in Skybound’s young readers series, Skybound Comet, is an integral part of its overall comics partnership with Hasbro. Other key components include Skybound’s new Energon Universe comic book series (Void Rivals, two-time Eisner Award-winners Transformers and G.I. Joe) and miniseries (Duke, Cobra Commander , Scully and Destro), Skybound’s reboot of G.I. Joe: Real American Heroes , and Skybound’s ongoing Transformers and G.I. Joe: Real American Heroes compendium.
“Ball Pen may be the baddest/best Transformer ever, and we’re super excited to bring you his (mis)adventures starting in 2025!” said Alex AntonEditorial Director of Skybound. “Smitty and Marz Jr.’s creation is sure to thrill every Transformers kid—no matter their age!”
Transformers: The Worst Robots Ever: Meet the Ball Pen (ISBN: 978-1-5343-2799-3 | MSRP $12.99) will be available at comic book stores, booksellers, and The book will be available on digital platforms such as Amazon Kindle, Apple and Google Play on Tuesday, July 22, 2025.
