Archives of Perihelion Covers

THE COVER PAGES of “Perihelion” are some of the finest works from today's best graphic artists. We keep them here so they can always be available to view and appreciate. Below each image is the original caption that appeared with the cover, its date of issue, and the name of the artist who created it. Click on any individual cover sample from the online updates below to see the entire work.

 

Capt. Sexxina Lazerlite negotiates a close escape from the clutches of the alien swarm. Update 12-NOV-2012. By Jason Yungbluth.

Red Team's “star” player goes against the best from the Little Green Team with only 10 time units remaining on the clock. Update 12-DEC-2012. By Martin Hanford.

Snow falls lightly on a Nu-Tech Samurai protecting Tokyo from yet another space invader in the 22nd Century. Update 12-JAN-2013. By Jesse Jennings.

Curiosity Rover encounters a migration of Tharsis mantii on their way to the summer breeding caverns. Update 12-FEB-2013. By John Waltrip.

Mr. & Mrs. Isaac Automaton tie the knot following passage of the new law giving robots the right to marry. Update 12-MAR-2013. By Denny E. Marshall.

Perimeter Guard patrol from the Amazon planet repels invading Tentacle Robot above a small moon outpost. Update 12-APR-2013. By Winston Blakely.

Ambush on Brachyura VII nearing the end of the Triplanet War that determined the fate of the entire quadrant. Update 12-MAY-2013. By Giancarlo Caracuzzo.

Samples of various Earth species being collected for further study and analysis by Pan-Galactic Department of Biology. Update 12-JUN-2013. By Teresa Tunaley.

Alien abductor examines tissue cultures from several human captives in laboratory aboard the mother ship. Update 12-JUL-2013. By Eleanor Leonne Bennett.

When worlds collide on Star Route 66, the Intergalactic Police are on the scene and ready to serve and protect. Update 12-AUG-2013. By Winston Blakely.

Two astronauts from different planets meet face to face as they work together to accomplish the task at hand. Update 12-SEP-2013. By Doriano Strologo.

The Kaleidoscope Kid stares upon the planet of his birth, unsure what to do next, trying to think of something. Update 12-OCT-2013. By Denny E. Marshall.

After nearly a half century, our “Perihelion” astronaut has developed an almost cavalier attitude concerning his work. Update 12-NOV-2013. By Casey Brillon.

Young inhabitants of the planet Formic IV enjoy some rest and recreation at the old intergalactic wormhole. Update 12-DEC-2013. By Teresa Tunaley.

Cybernetically upgraded soldier takes cover in a deserted alleyway to figure out an alternate strategy. Update 12-JAN-2014. By James E. Shields and Peter Saga.

Battle weary android takes a break for an upgrade, its thousand-meter stare the result of weeks at the front. Update 12-FEB-2014. By Peter Saga.

Celebrating the “Lights of the Hive” festival can last for several planetary revolutions, as guests are usually invited. Update 12-MAR-2014. By John Waltrip.

Immediate vid feeds of interstellar conditions are possible with the new line of space gear from PlanetTech Corporation. Update 12-APR-2014. By Liviu Matei.

In space, no one can hear you wonder if the creature on the other side of the porthole is friendly or really hungry. Update 12-MAY-2014. By Ron Sanders.

Targomux’Jal’Borb of the Eemnid Collax enjoys a hot cup of coffee on the porch of her western nest. Update 12-JUN-2014. By James Barbero.

Showing of Colors season occurs on Rigatoni Prime when the light of its two suns are at maximum. Update 12-JUL-2014. By Denny E. Marshall.

Motocross remains popular throughout the galaxy and is a prime motivation for extraterrestrials to visit our planet. Update 12-AUG-2014. By Gart Paese.

Leaving no man behind, Blue Squadron falls back to join the main company for an assault on the invading forces. Update 12-SEP-2014. By Winston Blakely.

Jorge Jenson makes his daily commute to the office, while his boy, L. Roy, trains for the Interplanetary Soccer tryouts. Update 12-OCT-2014. By Tais Teng.

Connie Edison, aka Electric Girl, takes on the mutant from the Number 7 Subway Line while the Big Apple sleeps. Update 12-NOV-2014. By Jesse Jennings.

First Contact ritual of alien race shown here is alleged by historians to be the origin of the Santa Claus mythos on Earth. Update 12-DEC-2014. By Matt Keenan.

On this episode of “Deadliest Catch,” it’s the giant crab’s turn to rake in the dough during Astronaut fishing season. Update 12-JAN-2015. By Gart Paese.

Knowing when to hold ’em and knowing when to fold ’em comes easy to the Forgiani who also happen to be psychic. Update 12-FEB-2015. By Jamie Noble.

Click below! A small donation can ensure that your gray-haired mother doesn’t mop alien floors for the rest of her life. Update 12-MAR-2015. By Jesse Jennings.

Just one last check of her dress uniform and the Ambassador from Molerat is off to speak in front of the U.S. Congress. Update 12-APR-2015. By Sassystock.

“Fly Me to the Moon” is the most popular tourist attraction in Luna City. The theme park consistently outdraws Six Flags. Update 12-MAY-2015. By Bill Wright.

“Saturday Nite Robofights” sponsored by Gillette Phaser Blades is one of the most popular streamcasts on the Internet. Update 12-JUN-2015. By Gart Paese.

The giant space squid had never encountered prey like these Earth creatures before and was easily dispatched. Update 12-JUL-2015. By Carlos Valenzuela.