Dark Horse Comics has announced the second volume in the hit graphic novel series with Minecraft: Open World—The Ender Trials. This sequel to the popular Minecraft: Open World—Into the Nether sees creators Rachelle Reyes and Abe Taraky take the reins and dive headfirst into a fantastic adventure set in the world of Minecraft: the bestselling game of all time! Arriving in March 2026, the next installment of the all-ages Minecraft series is perfect for young readers and the young at heart.
Best buddies Sarah and Hector have been playing Minecraft together for a long, long time. But after countless adventures, there is only so much two players can accomplish. So, Sarah and Hector decide to join forces with the new kids on the server: Ziah and Olivia.
The four players are fast friends. And then they get a server-wide message: a mysterious Quest Master offers an enchanted elytra, which grants the power of flight, to the first players who can gather four legendary relics. It’s an epic prize, but a gauntlet of challenges and an army of mobs stand between the kids and victory. If they want to win, Sarah, Hector, Ziah, and Olivia must work together to game like never before!
“At its heart, this is a story about friendship,” said Reyes. “Forming a new team is tricky, but it’s the only way to overcome the incredible challenges that The Ender Trials has in store.”
“Working with Rachelle, we wanted to capture that magic moment when a group of players clicks,” confirmed Taraky. “That shared goal of the elytra pushes them to become a true squad, and that’s where the real adventure begins.”
Boot up the server for Minecraft: Open World—The Ender Trials when the 88-page paperback arrives in bookstores and comic shops on March 17 and 18, 2026, for $10.99. Pre-order now from Amazon, Barnes and Noble, or your local comic shop or bookstore. Visit Comic Shop Locator or bookshop.org for more details and stores near you.
