CCXPMX26 UNVEILS ITS FIRST EPIC GUESTS
Attention, comic fans, story collectors, and devourers of parallel universes! CCXPMX 2026 kicks off its announcement phase with a triple summoning of EPIC talent: Tom Wlaschiha, Rafael Albuquerque, and Gabriel Picolo, three names that will shake every level of the fandom.
THE MULTIVERSE OPENS AND AWAKENS STRANGE THINGS!
Tom Wlaschiha, internationally recognized for bringing to life Jaqen H’ghar, the enigmatic member of the Faceless Men in Game of Thrones, and Russian agent Dmitri “Enzo” Antonov in the fourth season of Stranger Things, becomes the first major guest confirmed for CCXPMX 2026 —an announcement that sends ripples across the pop-culture multiverse in Mexico.
Born in Dohna, Germany, Wlaschiha began his journey in theater before crossing into the worlds of film and television, graduating from the prestigious University of Music and Theatre Leipzig. Fluent in five languages—German, English, French, Italian, and Russian—he has built a career filled with complex characters, hidden identities, and figures that become key pieces within the universes they inhabit.
His international breakthrough came with Enemy at the Gates (2001), followed by European productions such as No One Sleeps (2000), Unter Nachbarn (2011), and Rush (2013). On television, he left his mark as investigator Sebastian Berger in Crossing Lines and as prosecutor Hagen Forster in Das Boot, while also adding dubbing, voice acting, and work in animation and video-game projects to his repertoire.
But it was Game of Thrones that cemented his place within fandom culture: Jaqen H’ghar, one of the series’ most intriguing and symbolic characters, sparked theories, debates, and an entire cult surrounding his ever-shifting identity. In 2022, his arrival in Stranger Things opened another door in the multiverse, connecting him with a new wave of fans who embraced him instantly.
On April 24 and 25, Tom Wlaschiha will be one of the standout presences at CCXPMX 2026, with special appearances on both the Thunder Stage by Cinemex and the Omelete Stage by Dos Equis. Across these stages, fans will be able to experience unforgettable moments with an actor who has left his mark on two of the most influential universes in contemporary pop culture—encounters that promise to ignite the audience and offer a unique glimpse into his journey through kingdoms, parallel realities, and worlds where the rules are constantly shifting.
For those hoping to experience the encounter from the multiverse’s main timeline, access to Photo & Autograph sessions will be available through Ticketmaster—a unique opportunity to come face-to-face with one of the most fascinating presences in today’s genre landscape.
THE ARTISTS’ VALLEY LEVELS UP
Artists’ Valley, the creative sanctuary of CCXPMX, begins a new era with the arrival of two true titans of sequential art: Rafael Albuquerque and Gabriel Picolo. Both will visit Mexico for the very first time to share the visual universes that have inspired generations — from the dark alleys of Gotham City to the bright streets of Jump City.
Rafael Albuquerque, the mastermind artist behind American Vampire, Blue Beetle, Superman, and Batman, arrives with his unmistakable style — a mix of darkness, energy, and cinematic storytelling. Winner of the Eisner and Harvey Awards, and a long-time collaborator of DC Comics, Rafael brings to Mexico the force of his most iconic pages. Get ready to meet a true legend of contemporary art!
Gabriel Picolo, is the artist who gave heart (and digital soul) to an entire generation of fans. With his original series Icarus and the Sun and the beloved Teen Titans graphic novels — New York Times bestsellers — Picolo has captured the hearts of over 3.6 million followers worldwide. His emotive, youthful, and visually striking style has also led him to collaborate with Epic Games, Square Enix, Blizzard, and more.
Both artists will meet their fans at the Artists’ Valley of CCXPMX26, from April 24 to 26, 2026. It will be a one-of-a-kind experience where art comes to life and every line tells a story worthy of a multiverse.
THE MISSION BEGINS NOW
The Banamex exclusive presale will take place from November 26 to December 3, 2025, and general sale will start on December 4 through Ticketmaster. Get ready for three days of missions, power-ups, and moments that will become canon in the history of Mexican fandom.
