In 2005, IDW Publishing picked up the rights and began publishing various "Angel" related mini-series and one-shots set during and after the show's final season (these series are considered non-canonical). In 2007, IDW began publishing "", which is considered the canonical "Angel" season 6 (following the success of "Buffy the Vampire Slayer Season Eight" from Dark Horse) and is overseen by the show's creator Joss Whedon. IDW continued to publish an "Angel" ongoing title until Whedon transferred the rights to the character back to Dark Horse, where he will feature as part of the "Buffy Season Nine" franchise, starring most prominently in the ongoing series "Angel and Faith".