Comic book fans who visit IDW Publishing’s booth (#2729) at this year’s Comic-Con International: San Diego will be among the first to get a glimpse of the exciting future of Valiant Comics as publisher Alien Books has announced plans for a free giveaway of the Valiant Beyond Preview Edition Ashcan, while supplies last.
The Valiant Beyond Preview Edition Ashcan will feature select scenes from new series Bloodshot#1, Tales of the Shadowman, All-New Harbinger #1, and The X-O Manowar #1, the first titles to be released as part of the new publishing partnership between Alien Books and IDW Publishing.
It features writers Mauro Mantella, AJ Ampadu, Steve Orlando, and Fred Van Lente, and art by Fernando Heinz Furukawa, Sergio Monjes, Guillermo Fajardo, and Erik Tamayo.
All four series are designed to be new-reader friendly, offering exciting and fresh standalone stories that don’t require encyclopedic knowledge to enjoy while still providing hints of deeper connections and easter eggs to long-time Valiant fans.
Alien Books and Valiant Comics are set to begin a new era of dynamic and boundary-pushing superhero storytelling with the launch of the Valiant Beyond universe this March.
Spinning out of the Resurgence of the Valiant Universe crossover event, Alien Books is spearheading a new line of titles under the ‘Valiant Beyond’ banner that will feature new versions of iconic Valiant characters including Bloodshot, Shadowman, X-O Manowar, Harbinger, and more.
Designed to be new-reader friendly and ultra-accessible, each Valiant Beyond series will feature introductory-priced debut issues, extra story pages, and new logos and trade dress on the covers that help distinguish the line from what came before.
The first title to launch as part of Valiant Beyond will star the fan-favorite nanite-enhanced cyborg with a penchant for s something drastically different about this version of Bloodshot as he battles a Japanese underworld hooked on a new drug with vampiric side-effects. Written by rising star Mauro Mantella with stunning artwork from Fernando Heinz Furukawa, the initial three-issue arc for Bloodshot will blend crime-fighting, horror and ultra-violence into one unmissable mature readers story.
A powerful new drug is unleashed on Japan and has set the underworld ablaze! There’s only one force strong enough to stop the B-S… and he’s not looking for an invitation to start kicking butt!
The team behind the acclaimed Shadowman: Soul Eaters mini-series, writer AJ Ampadu and artist Sergio Monjes, will reunite to showcase a very different side of the fan-favorite anti-hero in Tales of the Shadowman. Set in a utopian version of New Orleans, the magic capital of the world, Tales of the Shadowman follows a detective trained in the art of voodoo who faces an unprecedented threat to her city. Out of options, she must summon the enigmatic force known as The Shadowman to help save New Orleans from the forces of the Deadside in this stunning new take on the character.
The city of New Orleans is home to a rich history of music, art, and culture that has achieved unparalleled progress and success. It’s the magic capital of the world and home to a hard-nosed detective trained in the ways of Voodoo who has dedicated her life to keeping New Orleans safe! When an ultra-dangerous monster invades her jurisdiction and threatens the peace they’ve fought so hard to protect, she must disobey her orders and summon the mysterious being known as “Shadowman” in order to save the city she loves!
The Valiant Beyond line will continue to expand in April with the launch of a new The X-O Manowar #1 and All-New Harbinger #1 with additional series and one-shots in the works. The new designs for the Valiant Beyond characters were crafted by artist Andres Ponce and Fernando Heinz Furukawa and drew inspiration from previous versions of the characters, medieval armor, anime, and sci-fi films.
Valiant Beyond: Bloodshot #1 releases March 5 in comic shops and will boast an assortment of covers by Rodolfo Migliari, Nahuel Grego, Dennis Calero, and Fernando Heinz Furukawa. Final orders are due at comic shops on February 3. Valiant Beyond: Tales of the Shadowman #1 launches on March 19 with covers by Damian Connelly, Bella Rachlin, Dennis Calero, and Andres Ponce. Final orders are due at comic shops on February 17. The X-O Manowar #1 and All-New Harbinger #1 will be released in April with full creative team details to be revealed in January.
Return to the world of Bloodshot in the thrilling second installment of the Black, White, and Blood anthology! The co-creator of Bloodshot, Kevin Van Hook, returns! Shintaro Kago and Timmy Heague deliver new and brutal challenges that push Bloodshot to his limits. Each tale delves deep into Bloodshot’s psyche, exploring themes of loyalty, revenge, and the line between hero and villain in stark black, white, and blood-red shades. Featuring stunning artwork by Kevin Van Hook, Shintaro Kago, and Sergio Monjes, this issue is a must-read for fans of intense superhero action!
Script: Kevin VanHook, Shintaro Kago, Timmy Heague Art: Kevin VanHook, Shintaro Kago, Sergio Monjes Main Cover: Mirka Andolfo (A) Variant Covers: Rodrigo Rocha (B), Tim Seeley (C), Rodrigo Rocha VIRGIN (D), Tim Seeley VIRGIN (E) Incentive Covers: Mirka Andolfo VIRGIN 1:10 (F) Final Order Cutoff: 09/30/24 On Sale Date: 10/30/24 Rated T+ 32-page, color comic $4.99 U.S.
Dangerous super soldiers and bloodthirsty living weapons have mysteriously escaped into the world to wreak havoc across the dying towns and forgotten farms of America. Now, Bloodshot must take up arms again to travel across the country hunting down these violent monsters, battling his own demons, and defending the most defenseless. Deniz Camp and Jon Davis-Hunt join forces to unleash Valiant Entertainment’s first Mature Readers, Bloodshot Unleashed #1, a title that puts the BLOOD in BLOODSHOT.
Valiant’s offerings over the last couple of years have been somewhat hit and miss with the fans, and while I’ve enjoyed what they’ve been putting out on the whole, I understand that not every reader has been as fond of the recent offerings. That said, Bloodshot Unleashed is a book that feels like the earlier offerings from Valiant Entertainment; there’s a bit of ambiguity in what Bloodshot has been doing, an acknowledgement that he’s been manipulated and used in the past, and a tacit understanding that he’s going to be manipulated and used again in the future if certain agencies have the opportunity to do so. This book’s plot reminds me a little of the plot of Ninja K from a few years back in the premise; retired super soldiers seek revenge for the way they’ve been treated – only this time there’s a lot more bullets than blades involved (thus far at least).
Deniz Camp structures the book into an almost one and done story that’ll either capture the reader’s attention or it won’t; for new readers this is a pretty decent introduction that doesn’t require in depth knowledge of the character’s previous exploits and long term fans will find something refreshing in the action interspersed with plot building flashbacks. Jon Davis-Hunt‘s artwork is exactly what I was hoping it would be; detailed, exciting and easy to follow. There’s no attempt to shy away from the results of a mad super soldier, but nor does Davis-Hunt go over board in what’s shown. Coupled with Jordie Bellaire‘s colours, and this book is one pretty looking bag of violence.
As an introduction to the character, this is as good a place as any to start; I mean, really when it comes to an action book, there’s not much more that you can be looking for. Bloodshot Unleashed #1 is a bloody fine comic.
Story: Deniz Camp Art: Jon Davis-Hunt Colourist: Jordie Bellaire Letters: Hassan Otsmane-Elhaou Story: 8.8 Art: 9 Overall: 8.9 Recommendation: Buy
Valiant provided Graphic Policy with a FREE copy for review.
Bedrock Collectibleshas signed a multi-year, worldwide licensing deal with Valiant Entertainment to create high-end collectible statues for fan favorite characters across the Valiant Universe. Every statue will be produced in limited-edition quantities and will be individually numbered to enhance collectability.
To kick off the premium statue line, the team is proud to reveal the first project is none other than the nanite-infused super soldier himself, BLOODSHOT! Bedrock Collectibles’ BLOODSHOT statue will be 1/4 scale, roughly 20″ tall, sculpted in highly detailed polystone resin. A BLOODSHOT statue would not be complete without a slew of weaponry. That is why the statue comes with multiple switch out arms and weapons, including dual handguns, one assault rifle, and a submachine gun with alternative poses.
As part of Bedrock Collectibles’ commitment to high-end quality, the 1/4 scale BLOODSHOT statue was sculpted by world renowned 3D artist Caleb Nefzen! Every detail from the skin textures to the facial features to the tactical pouches and gear was sculpted in high fidelity.
In celebration of this announcement, Bedrock Collectibles is offering an early-bird exclusive discounted pre-order price of $679 USD, only available until September 28th. Expected to ship Q1 2023. Pre-order now to secure your spot.
From the Valiant Universe comes the hero powered by experimental nanites! Valiant and Threezero have come together for a brand new figure line that launches with Bloodshot! It stands approximately 6-inches tall and features 39 points of articulation. With pale skin and red eyes, Bloodshot is showcased with a highly detailed sculpt and weathered paint application. Join Bloodshot in the fight to save the world!
The Valiant Bloodshot FigZero S 1:12 Scale Action Figure comes with the following accessories:
1x Black t-shirt
1x Harness
1x Sword with scabbard
1x Machine gun
2x Pistols
4x Pairs of interchangeable hands: 1x Pair of relaxed hands, 1x Pair of fists, 1x Pair of gripped hands, 1x Pair of firearm hands
Get ready to put the Valiant Universe in your hands like never before starting with the nanite supercharged soldier Bloodshot! The all-new Valiant – FigZero S 1/12 Bloodshot action figure with threezero is approximately 6” tall, fully-articulated featuring an original body with approximately 39 points of articulation and the iconic look torn from the pages of the comics beloved by so many. This is the next can’t miss collectible from the Valiant Universe.
The Year of Valiant, continues as the publisher has announced three brand-new titles!
Shadowman. Punk Mambo. Eternal Warrior. Doctor Mirage. And [CLASSIFIED]. The supernatural protectors of the Valiant Universe unite for the very first time to stand against a terrifying ancient threat. No one is safe as Exarch Fane has his cold hands on the Book of Shadows. From the master of horror Cullen Bunn and rising star artist Riccardo Latina, Book of Sadows is a supernatural event that forms a brand-new team in the Valiant Universe… but will they be enough to stop Exarch Fane’s wrath? The all-new team arrives this July.
Promo Art by Riccardo Latina & Nick Filardi
When living weapons break out of a top-secret facility, the nanite-infused supersoldier Bloodshot must journey across the United States to stop these twisted and lethal creations from unleashing more bloodshed and devastation on the neglected small towns and forgotten corners of the country. Will Bloodshot need to kill all of them… or can some of them be redeemed just like he was? From Ringo Award-nominated writer Deniz Camp and acclaimed artist Jon Davis-Hunt comes Bloodshot Unleashed, the popular character’s first mature readers story that truly lives up to its name. The mayhem begins this September.
Promo Art by Jon-Davis Hunt
Aric of Dacia is X-O Manowar, a relentless and brave warrior torn from the past who wields the most powerful sentient armor in the universe. When X-O’s latest battle brings him into uncharted cosmic territory, he encounters a powerful enemy that will rip open old wounds and force Aric into treacherous, uncertain waters. Fan-favorite co-writers Becky Cloonan and Michael W. Conrad are joined by blockbuster artist Liam Sharp to present X-O Manowar Unconquered, a gripping sci-fi epic that embraces the beloved character’s history while challenging him in a whole new way. X-O’s next battle begins this November.
Explore the Valiant Universe on Free Comic Book Day 2022. Arriving on May 7th, The Year of Valiant 2022 FCBD Special will present new content featuring exciting original stories, insightful behind-the-scenes looks at upcoming comics, in-depth interviews with Valiant creators, and exclusive teasers for fan-favorite characters. The compelling tales starring flagship characters will reward longtime Valiant fans while also serving as easily accessible jumping-on points for new readers.
The Year of Valiant 2022 FCBD Special includes…
An all-new Bloodshot story from Ringo Award-nominated writer Deniz Camp and acclaimed artist Jon Davis-Hunt. It’s a brutal brawl between living weapons as the nanite-infused supersoldier stands alone against a terrifying foe in a small town. Only Bloodshot can stop the twisted creation from unleashing more bloodshed and devastation on the neglected part of the country.
The fan-favorite duo of Archer & Armstrong go on a brand-new adventure! Written by the Eisner-nominated Steve Foxe and featuring art by rising star Marcio Fiorito, the young and optimistic Archer drags the care-free, hard-drinking and immortal Armstrong on a quest that leads them right into the base of an eldritch cult.
The award-winning creative team of Jeff Parker and Mike Norton present an action-packed ride starring Ninjak. In this thrilling original tale, a pair of tech-savvy hitmen set their sights on the superspy in an effort to collect the enormous bounty that is on his head.
Plus: Exclusive first looks at the future of Valiant’s iconic characters, including Shadowman and X-O Manowar!
If you’ve never experienced the world of Valiant, here’s your chance. ComiXology currently features the Valiant Deluxe Edition Sale.
The sale features 42 releases and you can experience 4001 A.D., Archer & Armstrong, Bloodshot, Divinity, Harbinger, Ninjak, Quantum & Woody, Rai, Shadowman, and more!
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