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Preview: Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins I #5

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Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins I #5

Writer: Matthew Mercer, Matthew Colville
Artist: Olivia Samson
Letterer: Chris Northrop
Cover Artist: Duncan Fegredo

Vax—alone on the Myriad’s floating fortress galleon, The Mockingbird—fights his way to freedom with nary a weapon or ally around save his wits and agility to escape his captors. Meanwhile, Vex and Keyleth trek through the swamp and discover they are a surprisingly good team. With Trinket in tow, will they be able to save Vax in time?

Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins I #5

Preview: Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins I #4

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Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins I #4

Writer: Matthew Mercer, Matthew Colville
Artist: Olivia Samson
Letterer: Chris Northrop

The sinister Iselda has kidnapped Vax, and with nowhere else to turn, his sister Vex must swallow her pride to ask for help. The others are quick to mock and dismiss her. On her way out of town, Keyleth catches up to her and insists on coming along. Reluctantly, the desperate half-elf agrees. Their goal? To go find a certain trinket to help them . . .

Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins I #4

See more sides of the story with The Legend of Vox Machina: The Whitestone Chronicles Volume 2 — Cassandra

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Dark Horse Books, Critical Role, and Amazon MGM Studios have revealed the second volume in the hit Whitestone Chronicles series, The Legend of Vox Machina: The Whitestone Chronicles Volume 2—Cassandra. This second graphic novel is written by Marieke Nijkamp, with art by Travis Hymel, colors by Diana Sousa, and letters by Comicraft. 

Critically injured and seemingly abandoned by her brother after the murder of her family, Cassandra de Rolo finds herself at the mercy of Whitestone’s usurpers. Much to her shock, Delilah and Sylas Briarwood treat her with the utmost care—almost like a daughter—as she recovers within the relative safety of her own childhood bedroom. On edge and suspicious of their motives, Cassandra adapts to survive while processing the trauma of her family’s demise and Percy’s abandonment.

The Briarwoods delight in parading Cassandra around the city in an attempt to convince the despairing populace of their benevolence. Instead of becoming their paragon of obedience, Cassandra unwittingly becomes the guiding light of the rebellion attempting to rescue Whitestone, particularly in the eyes of her childhood friend and rebel leader, Archie. Cassandra vows to do whatever she can to help her beloved home, but are the ghosts of her past powerful enough to overcome the ghosts in her present, or will the Briarwoods’ brainwashing drown out all reason?

The Legend of Vox Machina: The Whitestone Chronicles Volume 2—Cassandra (80 pages, 6.625” x 10.1875”, hardcover) arrives in bookstores and comic shops on March 10 and 11, 2026. It is now available for pre-order at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and your local comic shop and bookstore for $19.99.

The Legend of Vox Machina: The Whitestone Chronicles Volume 2—Cassandra

Is Image Teasing a Daggerheart Comic Series?

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Image Comics posted a teaser today of a D12 die with text saying more would be revealed later this week. It’s a guessing game right now as to what the series would be but a best guess would be a comic series based on the new tabletop roleplaying game Daggerheart published by Darrington Press.

The game uses two D12 dice, one Hope and one Fear to determine the outcome of actions and with a D12 die shown, it’s a good guess that’s what’s being teased. Dungeons & Dragons recently announced a move to Dark Horse for comics and Pathfinder and Starfinder comics are published by Dynamite. Neither of those use a D12.

Daggerheart launched in 2023 by lead game designer Spenser Starke and additional designers including Rowan Hall, Matthew Mercer, Alex Teplitz, and Michael Underwood spinning out of the popular tabletop roleplaying series Critical Role. Critical Role does have comics based on their adventures released by Dark Horse. The Daggerheart Core Rulebook was released on May 20, 2025.

With Justin Jordan sharing the teaser, could he be writing what should be a popular series?

Image Dice Teaser

Sideshow reveals a Essek Thelyss – Mighty Nein Statue

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With a specialty for the dangerous unknown, Essek Thelyss is a skilled mage whose arcane abilities come to aid the Mighty Nein in their travels across Wildemount. He appears elusive and arrogant at first, but his interactions with the party show him a new kind of magic — friendship and forgiveness.

The Essek Thelyss – Mighty Nein Statue by Sideshow is an enchanting addition to the official Critical Role collection. Measuring 13.29 inches tall, 8.4 inches wide, and 9 inches deep, this fully sculpted, three-dimensional collectible puts the spotlight on the Shadowhand of the Kryn Dynasty.

The Essek Thelyss – Mighty Nein Statue brilliantly captures his charismatic confidence as he channels the art of dunamancy, which is the power of potentiality, chance, and fate. Essek wears a dark cloak overlaid with ornate silver shoulder armor, and beneath it is a set of Xhorhasian-styled garments that complement his purple complexion. His handsome elven portrait features short white hair and silver ear jewelry. He appears to hover above a hexagonal faux-stone base engraved with the Mighty Nein monogram, showing his allegiance to the team of adventurers.

Don’t leave this up to chance! Add the Essek Thelyss – Mighty Nein Statue to your Critical Role collection. Available to pre-order now!

Preview: Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins I #1

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Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins I #1

(W) Matthew Mercer, Matthew Colville (A/CA) Olivia Samson
In Shops: Jun 11, 2025
SRP: $4.99

Join familiar faces from Critical Role’s smash-hit first campaign in Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins! The original Vox Machina digital series, in print for the first time, just in time for the 10th Anniversary of Critical Role! Roguish twins Vax’ildan and Vex’ahlia investigate a curse afflicting the impoverished citizens of the port city of Stilben. Things are not what they seem for the adventurous siblings… between fighting shark-riding fish men and black-clad assassins, they meet an antlered half-elven druid with her own theory about the curse.

Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins I #1

Venture Behind the Scenes with Sideshow’s Critical Role Book

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The hugely popular role-play streaming series Critical Role has gained fans all over the world and inspired beautifully crafted collectibles spanning the many storied adventures.

Discover how Sideshow’s official Critical Role collectibles are brought to life, from concept to finished treasure, with A Decade of Destiny: The Critical Role Collection by Sideshow.

This deluxe hardcover art book is written by Amy Chase with a foreword by Travis Willingham and features 184 pages of behind-the-scenes photography, concept art, and interviews from the making of this extensive collaboration.

Explore every corner of Exandria with an in-depth look at a comprehensive roster of releases from Vox Machina, the Mighty Nein, and Bells Hells. This beautifully presented book reveals the art studies behind each glorious statue and art print as well as professional photography of the collection on display. 

Dive into incredible sculpture details, from Keyleth’s Mantle of the Tempest cloak to Yasha’sskeletal wings. Revel in an array of amazing fine art illustrations including work by Ian MacDonald, Sam Hogg, and Robson Michel. Plus, fans can get their first glimpse at concept art for ideas in development as the collection continues to evolve — featuring new characters and collectible types yet to be seen!

A Decade of Destiny: The Critical Role Collection by Sideshow also includes exclusive commentary by the cast and crew of Critical Role, as well as by Sideshow’s artists. With vibrant, high-definition images, foil embellishments on an original hardcover design by Critical Role’s graphic designer Jordyn Torrence, and unique details you won’t find anywhere else, this deluxe art book makes a prized addition to any collection.

The Sideshow Exclusive Edition of A Decade of Destiny features an alternate holographic hardcover design, a collector’s slipcover for the book, and extra vellum artwork pages added to the interior to give an additional peek into the creative process behind these iconic collectibles. Limited to an edition of only 500, this luxury edition is a must-have for Critters everywhere.

A Decade of Destiny: The Critical Role Collection by Sideshow and the Sideshow Exclusive Edition are available to pre-order.

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Honor the Legends of Exandria with Critical Role Origins Bookends

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Dark Horse Direct and Critical Role are celebrating a decade of adventure, heroism, and heartbreak with the Critical Role Origins Bookends, sculpted by Bigshot Toyworks with prototyping and paint by J.W. Productions. These bookends are crafted especially to delight fans of the popular fantasy adventure gaming series.

On one side, a golden 20-sided die is etched with the symbols of Vox Machina, representing the heroes who defeated legendary foes, toppled the Chroma Conclave, and built their legacy throughout Tal’Dorei. On the other side, a blue 12-sided die bears the marks of theMighty Nein, the unpredictable misfits who challenged fate, forged unbreakable bonds, and saved Wildemount from an aberrant end.

Each resting on a decorative base, these bookends are the perfect way to showcase your collection of Critical Role books such as The Chronicles of Exandria, The Mighty Nein Origins, and tales yet to be told. Each bookend is made of polyresin and stands 7 inches tall and 7 inches wide. Each piece also includes a hand-numbered base and a hand-numbered Certificate of Authenticity.  

The Critical Role Origins Bookends are now available to pre-order exclusively from Dark Horse Direct for $179.99 and are expected to ship to customers between November and January. The bookends will be limited to 1,000 sets with an ordering limitation of two per customer.

The campaign continues with Critical Role Vox Machina Origins IV, collected Summer 2025

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Dark Horse Books and Critical Role present Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins IV, available in Summer 2025 in a collected volume, which will be presented both in paperback and a Deluxe Edition hardcover. Created in consultation with the cast of Critical Role, this new adventure is written by New York Times-bestselling author Jody Houser, illustrated by Noah Hayes, colored by Diana Sousa, and lettered by Ariana Maher.

After the disappearance of Sir Fince, Vox Machina is tasked with investigating his whereabouts. After some poking and prodding, the team is led to a mysterious basement where dark forces loom. Meanwhile, Vax and Pike face off against a vicious chimera which puts both of their fighting skills to the test, and the rest of the crew navigate an underground cavern in hopes of reuniting with the two. It’ll take the help of an unexpected ally to guide the members of Vox Machina to their next objective: the Clasp’s headquarters.

Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins IV will be available in both a paperback and a Deluxe Edition hardcover with bonus materials. Both versions collect issues #1-6 of the series, a sketchbook section, and cover gallery. The deluxe edition also features a stunning, easy-to-hold faux-leather cover with an intricate metallic design and a gallery-quality lithograph collected in a matching slipcase!

Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins IV (152 pages, paperback, 6.625″ x 10.1875″)will be available in bookstores and comics shops on August 26, 2025. It is now available to preorder at Amazon, Barnes & Noble , Things From Another World, and your local comic shop and bookstore for $19.99.

Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins IV Deluxe Edition (152 pages, hardcover, 6.625″ x 10.1875″)will be available in bookstores and comics shops on August 26, 2025. It is now available to preorder at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Things From Another World, and your local comic shop and bookstore for $69.99.

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