Epic Games has announced today that comic book legend Jim Lee has signed on to do cover art for the Gears of War comic #9 that releases this July. Lee will draw a cover that introduces a new character into the Gears world.

“Being a huge Gears of War fan, I couldn’t pass the opportunity to draw a cover for the series, said Jim Lee. “It’s the most visceral yet elegant game I’ve ever played, and I am thrilled to be able to contribute something new to the ever expanding mythos of Gears!”

The Gears comic series is actually pretty good, if you have a comic store nearby go check the first 8 issues out. Full cover is below.