

CIRCUS MAXIMUS #4 (OF 5)
Description
Ancient Rome is burning to the ground, and citizens blame Emperor Nero for the chaos he’s unleashed. In Circus Maximus #4, writer Mark Sable and artist Giorgio Pontrelli deepen the street-level drama as Nero relentlessly pursues the thieves who robbed the Temple of Saturn and stole the plans for his new palace—proof that the emperor himself may be behind the fire. Wounded and hunted by the Praetorian Guard, the daring crew behind the heist races against time as flames close in and crucifixion looms for their crimes. Paul Azaceta contributes a moody cover that sets the brutal, sun-baked Rome mood. This is the penultimate chapter in a five-issue arc that blends historical intrigue with pulse-pounding action, weaving political machinations with daring caper storytelling in a vivid, cinematic graphic novel experience.
Who might be interested in reading?
- History buffs who love ancient Rome and political intrigue wrapped in a high-stakes heist story.
- Readers who enjoy fast-paced caper plots with dangerous chases and cliffhanger moments.
- Fans of bold, cinematic artwork and moody coloring by Giorgio Pontrelli, with cover work by Paul Azaceta.
- Readers who follow Mark Sable’s storytelling style and want to see how a five-issue arc unfolds in a mature, adventurous series.

CIRCUS MAXIMUS #4 (OF 5)
PRODUCT INFORMATION
cover type
Soft Cover
artist
Giorgio Pontrelli
rating
TEEN+
series name
Circus Maximus
print color
Full Color
number of pages
32
publisher
Mad Cave Studios
issue number
4
initial order due
Dec 25, 2025
final order cutoff
Jan 19, 2026
in store date
Feb 11, 2026









