Rick and Morty is experiencing one of its most exciting and tense moments in the pages of comic books. This January 2026, the limited series “Rick and Morty: The End” publishes its second issue, bringing a conflict that tests the bonds between the multiverse’s most inebriated scientist and his scared grandson. Written by Daniel Kibblesmith and published by Oni Press, this final story puts Morty on an impossible mission: to hunt his own grandfather, Rick Sanchez, under the threat that all Mortys in the multiverse will be erased. The relevance of this issue, therefore, goes beyond the quick joke and dives into rare character development, exploring betrayal, loyalty, and the complex family dynamic that has always been the heart of the series.
The main conflict unfolds because the universes themselves have forced Morty to become a bounty hunter. However, the situation complicates drastically when a new team of Vindicators enters the scene. This version of the Avengers parody is formed by figures familiar to fans, like Planetina and the disturbing Sleepy Gary, who is now real. Meanwhile, Rick hides inside one of his own dreams, living with a “perfect” and imaginary family. The plot, in this way, builds an inevitable confrontation where Morty needs to decide where his true loyalty lies.
New Vindicators and the Weight of Choices
The great strength of this issue, however, is not just in the hyperbolic fights or dirty jokes. What really stands out is the depth of the interactions between the characters. Kibblesmith and artist Jarrett Williams manage to balance the series’ absurd humor with genuine moments of drama. For example, Morty is hurt to discover that Rick’s perfect dream family does not include a version of him. At the same time, Rick is annoyed because Morty’s hunt has precisely destroyed that fantasy. This emotional layer, therefore, gives an unexpected weight to the adventure, something that the most dedicated fans will certainly appreciate.
With Rick and Morty finally reunited after the confrontation with the Vindicators, the story promises intense outcomes for the four remaining issues. The series has already established that this is the end of the line for Oni Press’s stories with the characters, which places a great responsibility on the creators. In this way, fans can expect more twists and, of course, many pop culture jokes, while TV’s most dysfunctional duo deals with the consequences of their actions in a saga that seeks to be a worthy farewell on paper.
