Alien Books

Alien Books and writer Mauro Mantella sincerely apologize for the harm caused by the phrasing in Bloodshot #1. While the story takes place in a fictional world of vampires and cults, we understand that a specific line of dialogue has been read as alluding to real-world issues, specifically, the discrimination faced by trans people. That was never the intention. The original line was written by an Argentinian creator and was unfortunately a case of nuance being lost in translation. We fully recognize that intent does not erase impact, especially when dealing with subject matter that affects real lives and communities. We are taking the following steps immediately: The dialogue in question will be updated for all digital and collected editions to better reflect the intended fictional context. Going forward, all scripts will undergo a more intense review by our proof readers as part of our editorial process to ensure clearer, more responsible storytelling. We appreciate the feedback from readers, creators, and industry peers who brought this to our attention. We take this seriously and are committed to learning from it. Alien Books values inclusion, empathy, and creative responsibility. We will do better.

An Update from Alien Books.

VALIANT BEYOND: BLOODSHOT #1 – IT’S IN THE BLOOD A new day sets on the Valiant Universe. Earlier in 2025, it was announced that the Alien Books imprint would be entering a new publishing venture with IDW Publishing. Many fans wondered what would be ...

"...the return of Valiant’s walking weapon is a true return to form." - @nerdinitiative.bsky.social

VALIANT BEYOND: BLOODSHOT #1 is available now!

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thanks for the review!!

Nice stack! Thank you for picking up Bloodshot!

Here’s a quick peek at Valiant Beyond: Bloodshot no. 1 from Valiant Entertainment and @alienbooks.bsky.social, one of the many great comic books coming out this week!

W: Mauro Mantella
A: Fernando Heinz Furukawa

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comic book preview artwork from bloodshot #1

comic book preview artwork from bloodshot #1

You can read a preview of the first issue and see all the covers on the Alien Books website!

Yes, people still update websites!

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a comic book cover showing bloodshot covered in knife and sword wounds

The wait is over!

New Valiant Comics are back in shops TODAY starting with VALIANT BEYOND: BLOODSHOT #1!

Jump on board with this new starting point as the nanite-enhanced super-soldier Bloodshot battles vampire Yakuza in Japan in the gnarliest comic you'll read all summer!

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Aric battles warlords and scavengers as he travels across the wastelands of a post-apocalyptic Earth!

THE X-O MANOWAR #1 arrives 9/17 from Steve Orlando & Guillermo Fajardo.

Pre-order with your comic shop TODAY and don't miss an issue!

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FINAL ORDER CUTOFF is MONDAY for THE XO MANOWAR! Part of VALIANT BEYOND from @alienbooks.bsky.social! I'm incredibly proud of this one - we're doing a big, bloody blockbuster like nothing I've been part of in years! Make sure you're checking it out!

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x-o manowar stands tall on a cover by ariel olivetti

What happens when you strand a 2000-year old Visigoth, bonded to the universe's most powerful suit of living armor, in a barren wasteland overrun by mutant hordes?

One word: VIOLENCE!

Pre-order THE X-O MANOWAR #1 from @thesteveorlando.bsky.social & Guillermo Fajardo by Monday!@idwpublishing.com

Harbinger Omnibus - Classic Valiant Comics Hardcover The groundbreaking and fan-favorite HARBINGER series from Valiant Comics is collected in a new deluxe hardcover omnibus!

We are so very close to crossing $100k and unlocking a new upgrade for the HARBINGER CLASSIC OMNIBUS!

Can you help us get there in our final 24 hours?

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I was lucky to read @alienbooks.bsky.social's ALL-NEW HARBINGER #1 by pal @fredvanlente.bsky.social and Erik Tamayo. It's a blast! Great art, fun story, + engaging world-building and character dynamics. Let your retailer know you want one! prhcomics.com/book/?isbn=7... @rawnzilla.bsky.social

Coming soon: Black, White & GOLD: An X-O Manowar Hardcover Anthology Follow Aric of Dacia, a visigoth warrior with a powerful suit of alien armor, in this all-new Valiant Comics anthology!

Follow Aric of Dacia, a visigoth warrior with a powerful suit of alien armor, in this all-new Valiant Comics anthology: X-O MANOWAR: BLACK, WHITE & GOLD!

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Harbinger Omnibus - Classic Valiant Comics Hardcover The groundbreaking and fan-favorite HARBINGER series from Valiant Comics is collected in a new deluxe hardcover omnibus!

Can you help us reach 800 backers on the Harbinger Classic Omnibus? www.kickstarter.com/projects/ali...

Do it do it do it! Message Ron! I just did the lettering proof of this and I may be slightly biased but I think it's pretty awesome

bella rachlin cover for all-new harbinger #1 in homage to kevin maguire

all-new harbinger #1 cover by guillermo fajardo

Are you a comic book reviewer or retailer?

Would you like to read the first issue of ALL-NEW HARBINGER by @fredvanlente.bsky.social & Erik Tamayo from @alienbooks.bsky.social?

Send me a message and I'll get you a PDF later today!

WIP shots from the @alienbooks.bsky.social Zorro Kickstarter!

Busts created by artist Nico Di Mattia

Update 3: 8 Days Left! $90k Stretch Goal Unlocked! New Goals Revealed! · Harbinger Omnibus - Classic Valiant Comics Hardcover Hello again, Renegades!We met with many excited fans and creators from across the industry at San Diego Comic-Con this past weekend and couldn't be more excited for the future of Alien Books & Valiant...

We've crossed the $90k funding mark on the Harbinger Classic Omnibus and revealed new stretch goals!

Let your friends know that there are only EIGHT DAYS LEFT to back this campaign!

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It's the final day of #SDCC!

If you haven't picked up a copy of the Valiant Beyond Ashcan yet, make sure you visit the @idwpublishing.com booth today and scoop it! @alienbooks.bsky.social

Congratulations to our friends at @idwpublishing.com on their multiple Eisner Award wins!

Comic book displayed on the show floor of San Diego comic con

We are here at #SDCC25 all week long!

Be sure to visit the @idwpublishing.com booth and grab your FREE copy of the Valiant Beyond Ashcan while supplies last.

There are tons of cool exclusives from our pals at IDW to pick up too!

Valiant Beyond preview edition ashcan comic

Hey #SDCC25, it's @rawnzilla.bsky.social from Alien Books!

Make sure you stop by @idwpublishing.com's booth to pick up a FREE copy of the Valiant Beyond Ashcan!

I hope to see you all there!

badducks cover

x-o manowar anthology cover

valiant beyond promotional ashcan cover art

A new logo, a new manga series, and a new Valiant Comics anthology are on the way!

Read the latest Alien Books news ahead of #SDCC25:
www.alienbooks.com/news-new-pro...

Resurgence of the Valiant Universe Comic Collection | eBook Bundle | Fanatical Collect all 37 issues in Valiant’s incredible Road to...

The world changes forever when Dr. Silk unleashes the secret to immortality!

Read the complete RESURGENCE OF THE VALIANT UNIVERSE story arc in the newest @fantasyverse.bsky.social
digital comics bundle! bit.ly/resurgencebu...

Alien Books Reveals New Logo, Projects, Ahead Of San Diego Comic-Con 2025 In advance of San Diego Comic-Con, Alien Books has revealed a new logo, and more projects to come including a mystery crossover.

In advance of San Diego Comic-Con, Alien Books has revealed a new logo, and more projects to come including a mystery crossover.

After @alienbooks.bsky.social and Valiant’s new SDCC 2025 announcement, I'm thrilled to say that I'm going to be one of the writers of X-O MANOWAR: BLACK, WHITE, AND GOLD! Thank you so much to Matías Timarchi for bringing me in and I can't wait for the Kickstarter to begin! #comics