Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins IV #5
(W) Jody Houser (A) Noah Hayes (CA) Jessica Mahon
In Shops: Jan 29, 2025
SRP: $3.99
Vox Machina seems to be racing against the clock when another member of the Tal’Dorei Council disappears after being attacked by a large, unknown entity! They’ll have to hurry to get her back… but who can say no to a little bit of looting on the way?
Plan ahead to visit a local comic shop on Friday, May 2, 2025 for Free Comic Book Day! Dark Horse Comics presents this year’s Free Comic Book Day Silver issue, which will feature two original stories from the worlds of Critical Role and Black Hammer.
Are you ready to campaign in the fantastical world of Exandria and adventure with superheroes in alternate dimensions? Then let’s dive into this year’s featured comics:
In Critical Role: The Mighty Nein Origins – Acquired Taste, Beau and Caleb get a tip that an individual they are searching for will be at a meeting at the Taste of Tal’Dorei in Bassuras. When they arrive, the pair are surprised to be treated to some dinner theater and decor themed around a legendary band of adventurers from the area. They get entranced by the story, even experiencing it themselves, only to be interrupted by some interesting new faces entering the restaurant . . .
In Black Hammer: To Tomorrow! Colonel Weird takes a jaunt through the ages, passing old friends and foes along the way. He travels from the beginning when pulp heroes stalked the streets, through the Golden Age of heroes, the fall of Black Hammer, and the rise of a new set of heroes. This is a look at the past and potential future of Black Hammer!
The Critical Role FCBD short is written by Sam Maggs, with art, colors, and cover art by Leonardo Cino and letters by Ariana Maher. Black Hammer: To Tomorrow! is written by Jeff Lemire, with art by Letizia Cadonici, colors by Dave Stewart , and letters by Nate Piekos of Blambot.
Dark Horse Comics, Third Person, and Critical Role presents Midst: Tales from the Cosmos, a new hardcover volume collecting three comic tales from the world of Midst, the popular space-Western podcast. Perfect for new and continuing fans of Midst, Midst: Tales from the Cosmos includes the three one-shot issues together in one volume:
Caught between the Un and the Fold sits the islet of Midst…
What do a crash landing on an uncharted islet, a struggling farmer in the Un, and a small Fold town plagued by peculiar changes have in common? They’re all part of the strange and expanding cosmos of Midst, the hit sci-fi/western podcast series from Third Person in conjunction with Critical Role. Explore the people, places, and bizarre phenomena that will immerse you in the unexpected and unique stories of an entirely new cosmos.
Midst: Tales from the Cosmos (hardcover, 160 pages, 6.625” x 10.1875”) lands in bookstores and comic shops on August 12, 2025. It is now available to preorder at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Things From Another World, Dark Horse Direct, and your local comic shop and bookstore for $29.99.
UVS Games, makers of UniVersus collectible card game where players use decks built around characters from various popular franchises. The game, developed by UVS Games, features characters from series like My Hero Academia, Attack on Titan, Godzilla, Tekken, Star Trek, Critical Role, Solo Leveling, and more. The game emphasizes strategic deck-building and tactical play, making it engaging for both casual and competitive players.
Critical Role: Heroes of Exandria will release March 7, 2025 as part of Critical Role’s 10th Anniversary. Pre-Release is February 28th, 2025.
The time has come, Critters! On March 7th, 2025, the world of Exandria will once again open its doors to the UniVersus community with the highly anticipated release of Critical Role: Heroes of Exandria Booster Set. This epic new addition to UniVersus brings a wealth of adventures, challenges, and fan-favorite characters straight from the world of Critical Role. Whether you’re a seasoned adventurer or a new player ready to delve into the wonders of Exandria, this release is packed with excitement.
What’s Coming:
A Celebration of Critical Role’s 10th Anniversary
March 2025 not only marks the release of Heroes of Exandria, but also Critical Role’s 10th Anniversary! Expect a slew of exciting events and content that will immerse you in the world of Exandria like never before. From boss fight challenges to stunning alternate art cards and chromes, this release will be packed with surprises. Each of these elements brings the magic of Critical Role to life in UniVersus, making this a milestone you won’t want to miss! Prepare for stunning visuals, immersive gameplay, and unforgettable battles as you face down Exandria’s toughest foes.
Get Ready to Explore Exandria
The countdown has begun, and your adventure is calling! Whether you’re exploring the mysteries of Whitestone or uncovering secrets in the Menagerie Coast, the Critical Role: Heroes of Exandria Booster Set release brings endless possibilities for every UniVersus player.
Mark your calendars for March 7th, 2025, and get ready to dive headfirst into one of the most exciting UniVersus releases yet! Want to get in on the action earlier than that? Prerelease starts February 28th, 2025—stay tuned to UniVersus socials and sign up for our newsletter to receive all the latest news and announcements.
Dark Horse Books and Critical Role have revealed that the previously announced book Critical Role: The Chronicles of Exandria—The Mighty Nein Part Two will also be available for collectors in a stunning Deluxe Edition in early 2025. Written by Dani Carr and adorned with a beautiful cover by artist Helen Mask with designer Cindy Cacerez-Sprague, this volume was created in collaboration with Matthew Mercer and the Critical Role team, as well as Critter community artists.
The saga of Exandria’s famous adventurers continues in this second collection of art, narrative, and lore from the cast of Critical Role and the Critter community! The Chronicles of Exandria: The Mighty Nein Part Two follows Critical Role’s Mighty Nein campaign from their adventures in Xhorhas to encounters with the Kryn and the Bright Queen, to discoveries at the Cinderrest Sanctum and in the belly of a behemoth, all the way to events at the Whitedawn Lagoon and beyond.
The Deluxe Edition will include a foil-stamped, debossed hardcover with spine ribs and a ribbon marker, a triptych-style portfolio with a lithograph by Hannah Freidrichs, a coin from the Kryn Dynasty featuring an image of the Bright Queen presented with a velvet pouch, a die-cut and faux leather foil-stamped bookmark, and a foil-stamped envelope containing: five postcards featuring art from inside the book, a Marquis Party invitation, fliers for Brenatto’s Apothecary and Blooming Grove Tea by Helen Mask, Beacon Research Notes and the Xhorhaus Floorplan by Hunter Severn Bonyun, and a Willi Blueprint by Fernando Heinz Furukawa. All items will be housed within an intricate clamshell package inspired by Iva Deshin, proprietor of Chastity’s Nook.
Critical Role: The Chronicles of Exandria—The Mighty Nein Part Two Deluxe Edition (304 pages, 9.5″ x 13″)will be available in bookstores on February 4, 2025 and in comic shops on February 5, 2025. It is now available to preorder at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, TFAW, and your local comic shop and bookstore for $149.99.
UniVersus has revealed its road map for 2025 and it’s looking like it’s going to be one hell of a year. The collectible card game has an impressive amount of properties that you can mix and match to play with and 2025 is bringing even more! Not only that, but new “groundbreaking mechanics” and revisiting “classic roots with multiple fighting games” are mentioned in the announcement.
Solo Leveling Challenger Series
January 10, 2025
The year kicks off with the Solo Leveling Challenger Series, dropping on January 10th. This release is perfect for fans of the hit anime, featuring a single deck that brings the powerful story of Sung Jinwoo to life. With unique mechanics that allow you to level up your character and unlock new abilities, this deck adds a fresh twist to your UniVersus experience. If you’ve ever wanted to go from zero to hero, now’s your chance to do it in style!
Critical Role: Heroes of Exandria
March 7, 2025
March 7th brings the magic of Critical Role to UniVersus with the Heroes of Exandria. Featuring more than 20 new highly requested characters, this set is your ticket to adventuring in the world of Exandria in both booster and starter decks. Whether you’re strategizing with the cunning Vox Machina or unleashing the raw power of the Mighty Nein, these new characters are sure to add depth and excitement to your decks. Get ready to dive into an adventure of epic proportions with characters you’ve been eagerly waiting for!
Attack on Titan: Apocalypse
May 16, 2025
May 16th marks the arrival of Attack on Titan: Apocalypse, the grand finale of the story, a set that promises to bring the thunder (and the Titans) like never before. Featuring exclusive custom art created just for this release, Attack on Titan: Apocalypse plunges you into humanity’s desperate struggle for survival. Every card is a piece of art, capturing the intense and gritty atmosphere of the series. This booster drops you into the middle of the rumbling, against the deadliest of foes. Will you emerge victorious?
Street Fighter 6 Challenger Series
July 2025
The fight is on! In July, Street Fighter 6 enters the arena, bringing the iconic characters and high-octane battles of the legendary franchise to UniVersus. This challenger series release revisits our classic roots, celebrating the fighting game genre with characters that pack a punch and combos that will knock your opponents out cold. Whether you’re a long-time Street Fighter fan or new to the series, this set is a perfect way to add some classic brawling action to your collection.
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
August 2025
Cowabunga, dudes! The Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles are shell-shocking their way into UniVersus in August with a booster release and starter deck. This set captures the wild adventures of the Turtles, offering radical new cards that bring the heroes in a half shell to life. From pizza parties to epic battles, this release is packed with nostalgia and fun, making it a must-have for any TMNT fan. Get ready to kick some serious shell and have a blast doing it!
Guilty Gear -Strive-
November 2025
In November, the heat is turned up with the Guilty Gear -Strive- booster. This release is all about style, power, and intensity, featuring characters from the latest installment of the Guilty Gear series. Compact yet impactful, this compact booster set is designed to electrify your gameplay with some of the most visually stunning and powerful fighters in the UniVersus universe. It’s the perfect way to round out your year with a burst of adrenaline and excitement.
Surprises Along The Way….
Coming Soon
In addition to all of the above, expect to see a few little surprises…
Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins #2
(W) Matthew Mercer, Jody Houser (A) Noah Hayes (CA) Mona Finden
In Shops: Jul 10, 2024
SRP: $3.99
Geronimo! When Vox Machina decides to split the party, Vax and Pike find themselves face-to-face with a vicious chimera, and the rest of the crew has fallen into an underground cavern where who-knows-what awaits them! Will the group survive long enough to reunite?!
Critical Role: The Tales of Exandria – Artagan #4
(W) Sam Maggs (A) Aviv Or (CA) Toby Sharp
In Shops: Jul 10, 2024
SRP: $3.99
Artagan seeks counsel from an old friend. When Jester suggests it might be time to face the truth, Artagan resists. Is he truly at fault for the chaos left in his wake? Will a change of heart convince the court, or is Artagan doomed to face an eternity in prison?
Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins IV #1
(W) Matthew Mercer, Jody Houser (A) Noah Hayes (CA) Alicia Sanchez
In Shops: May 29, 2024
SRP: $3.99
Hello! Is anybody home? Vox Machina is tasked to investigate the whereabouts of Sir Fince after his disappearance. After some poking and prodding, clues lead the team to a mysterious basement. What dark surprises await our heroes in the bowels of his homestead? The campaign continues with series IV of Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins, from the New York Times bestselling team of Jody Houser, Noah Hayes, Diana Sousa, and Ariana Maher!
