Script: AJ Ampadu Art: Sergio Monjes Main Cover: Federico Sabbatini & Mafuriah (A – Reg) Variant Covers: Julio Azamor (B), Federico Sabbatini & Mafuriah (C – Full Art), Julio Azamor (D – Full Art) Rated Mature 32-page, full color comic $4.99 U.S.
GRIEF TAKES WIDOW CARMEN MIRAGE INTO THE DEADSIDE!
Dr. Hwen Mirage was murdered when the curse that pends upon Shadowman and Detective Alyssa Myles was triggered by his Binding Ring spell. His widow, Carmen, is desperate for answers. Shadowman steps in to help, but grief and suspicion lead Carmen down a dangerous path of her own… into the Deadside!
Join the team of writer AJ Ampadu and artist Sergio Monjes in the closing chapter of the second arc, “Ghosts of the Bayou”!
Script: AJ Ampadu Art: Sergio Monjes, Jon Amarillo, Ludwig Olimba, Camila Jorge Main Cover: Sebastian Cabrol (A – Reg) Variant Covers: Luca Merli (B), Carlos Dearmas (C), Sebastian Cabrol (D – Full Art), Luca Merli (E – Full Art), Carlos Dearmas (F – Full Art) On Sale Date: 12/03/25 Rated Mature 32-page, full color comic $4.99 U.S.
A NEW ARC STARTS HERE: GHOSTS OF THE BAYOU!
A serial killer stalks both the utopian city of New Orleans and the realm of the Deadside, and Shadowman is all that’s left to protect them!
After the tragic events of the first arc, the citizens of the City of Glass summon the Shadowman for help stopping The Bayou Cannibal’s reign of terror. But that’s not the only thing threatening the peace as new threats emerge from the darkness!
Follow the call with the fan-favorite duo of writer AJ Ampadu and artist Sergio Monjes as Shadowman seeks to protect the innocent and uncover more clues about his dark past.
An icon from an acclaimed era of Valiant history returns to challenge for Shadowman’s throne this March in Tales of the Shadowman #7: Legacy of Leroi #1 by Alien Books and Valiant Comics. Spearheaded by the fan-favorite team of rising star AJ Ampadu and artist Sergio Monjes, this new story arc introduces a new version of Michael LeRoi, originally created by writer Garth Ennis and artist Ashley Wood, and best known for his starring role in the Shadowman video game series released by Acclaim in the 1990s.
The Valiant Beyond universe, a new-reader friendly iteration of the classic comics franchise, launched earlier this year and features short story-arcs allowing for readers to jump easily into the ongoing series every few months. Legacy of Leroi will kick off the third arc of Tales of the Shadowman this March and is designed to bring readers up to speed while rewarding long-time fans for their dedication.
Shadowman is stretched thin as the protector of New Orleans and the Deadside. Now, a pair of mambos come to him for help in recovering the remains of a loved one from the Blood Desert. This quest will shake Shadowman to his core as one of the most beloved characters from Valiant history makes their long-awaited return to comics in the first chapter of “Legacy of LeRoi!” AJ Ampadu and Sergio Monjes continue their ACCLAIMED run on Shadowman and you’re just in time to jump on board!
Valiant Beyond: Tales of the Shadowman #7: Legacy of Leroi #1 goes on sale April 1, 2026 and features covers by Aaron Lopresti and Federico Mele.
Script: AJ Ampadu Art: Sergio Monjes, Jon Amarilo Main Cover: Damian Connelly (A – Reg) Variant Covers: Sebastian Cabrol (B), Momoshouu (C), Damian Connelly (D – Full Art), Sebastian Cabrol (E – Full Art), Momoshouu (F – Full Art) On Sale Date: 11/05/25 Rated M 32-page, full color comic $4.99 U.S.
The evil force known as Twist continues his killing spree and The Shadowman and Detective Alyssa Myles are the only ones capable of putting a stop to it. But to get it done, they’ll need to come up with the perfect plan…This one’s got all the action, intrigue, and supernatural storytelling that you’d want out of a Shadowman comic from the fan favorite team of AJ Ampadu and Sergio Monjes!
Script: AJ Ampadu Art: Sergio Monjes Main Cover: Damian Connelly (A – Reg) Variant Covers: Salvador Sanz (B), Carlos Dearmas (C), Damian Connelly (D – Full Art), Salvador Sanz (E – Full Art), Carlos Dearmas (F – Full Art) On Sale Date: 10/01/25 Rated Mature 32-page, full color comic $4.99 U.S.
Detective Alyssa Myles has always worked hard to ensure New Orleans is safe. Alongside her partner, Detective St. Brown, they follow the trail of the sinister Mr. Twist outside the Glass Curtain, out in the White Zone between the city and the Deadside.
Desperate for a break in the case, Alyssa summons the entity known as The Shadowman. But doing so comes at a cost… and Alyssa must help Shadowman uncover the secrets of his own past.
The saga of the all-new Shadowman continues in your new favorite series from writer AJ Ampadu and artist Sergio Monjes!
Script: AJ Ampadu Art: Sergio Monjes, Jon Amarilo Main Cover: Damian Connelly (A – Reg) Variant Covers: Bella Rachlin (B), Dennis Calero (C – Connecting), Andres Ponce (D – Design), Damian Connelly (E – Full Art), Bella Rachlin (F – Wraparound Full Art), Dennis Calero (G – Connecting Full Art) Rated M 32-page, full color comic $4.99 U.S.
THE NEW ERA OF VALIANT COMICS CONTINUES!
Designed as the ULTIMATE jumping-on point, the Valiant Beyond line of comics are ABSOLUTE must-reads that will ENERGIZE your love for superheroes!
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!
Discover the secrets of the Shadowman in this all-new story from the fan-favorite team of AJ Ampadu and artist Sergio Monjes (SHADOWMAN: SOUL EATERS)!
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.
(W) AJ Ampadu (A) Sergio Monjes (CA) Salvador Sanz In Shops: Jan 08, 2025 SRP: $4.99
A RESURGENCE TIE-IN! THE FATE OF THE MAGPIE! Shadowman & the Abettors take on Master Darque’s soul eaters in order to save the life of the woman he loves! Will Sandria Darque help Jack save Alyssa? Or will she betray them all? Don’t miss the thrilling conclusion to SHADOWMAN: SOUL EATERS!
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.
(W) AJ Ampadu (A) Sergio Monjes (CA) Leo Lujan In Shops: Dec 18, 2024 SRP: $4.99
A RESURGENCE TIE-IN! Jack Boniface must travel to the Soulside to convince Sandria Darque to join his fight against her brother, Master Darque. Sandria may also be the best option to free Alyssa from the Magpie curse. But the journey into the Soulside isn’t possible without the Ring of Solomon that Dr. Silk stole, or is it? Is there another powerful artifact that could open the path between realms?
