Spanish Illustrator Alex Vede’s Riptide Dives into the Depths of Mystery and Deception

Simon Johnson
Feb 15
2 min read

Dark Horse Books Unveils a Thrilling Underwater Graphic Novel from the Creator of Yucatan 1512

Before Alex Vede makes waves with Yucatan 1512 in May 2025, Dark Horse Books has announced another stunning release from the Spanish illustrator—Riptide, an original graphic novel arriving in August 2025. Vede, known for his breathtaking landscapes and immersive storytelling, takes on both writing and art duties in this Cold War-era tale of oceanic mystery, espionage, and the search for lost civilizations.

A Journey into the Unknown

In Riptide, the secretive NARWAL organization is safeguarding powerful secrets at the height of Cold War tensions. Marine biologist Max stumbles upon a groundbreaking discovery—whale communications that reference Ceto, an advanced underwater civilization long believed to be a myth. When Max is faced with a choice between his loyalty to humanity and the chance to forge peace with the last survivors of the lost city of Atlantis, will he risk it all to save both species?

But the depths of the ocean are filled with more than just wonder—ancient grudges, hidden enemies, and long-buried secrets threaten to shatter everything Max knows. Will the ocean be the key to a new beginning or the catalyst for humanity’s downfall?