The first act of George A. Romero's Empire of the Dead wraps up in issue #5. Due out later this month, we have an early look at the cover art. For those that haven't checked out the series yet, it started this January and sees zombies, humans, and vampires in New York City:

“This January, experience the next epic from the Godfather of the Zombie Apocalypse himself – George A. Romero! Marvel is proud to announce Empire of the Dead, an all-new comic series written by George A. Romero with stunning art by Alex Maleev and gorgeous NYC-themed variant covers by Arthur Suydam!

“George A. Romero singlehandedly created the zombie genre that’s captured the public imagination for decades,” says Editor In Chief Axel Alonso. “Now, his unique vision for the silver screen comes to life on the comic book page – a chilling rumination on human nature and man’s place in the food chain, served with a terrifying twist.”

Welcome to New York City years after the plague has hit. But just because the Big Apple has been quarantined doesn’t mean that everyone inside is safe! Flesh-eating zombies roam within the confines of Manhattan…but they’re not the only predator that’s poised and ready to strike! Who or what is this new menace?”

Empire of the Dead Act One #5 (of 5)

(W) George A. Romero (A/CA) Alex Maleev

IT'S ZOMBIES VS VAMPIRES-WITH HUMANS CAUGHT IN THE CROSSFIRE-
AS THE LEGENDARY GEORGE ROMERO UNLEASHES HIS NEXT UNDEAD EPIC!

  • Beware NYC's growing zombie evolution-and its new leader...Xavier!
  • Meanwhile, which strange bedfellows are scheming to take down Mayor Chandrake?
  • Plus: It's a terrorizing team-up in variant cover form when the Zombie Godfather George Romero unites with the Zombie King Arthur Suydam!

This issue is due out on May 28th and we'll have preview pages before its release. Until then, here's an early look at the standard cover: