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Valiant Beyond: The X-O Manowar #1
| Writer | Steve Orlando |
| Artist | Guillermo Fajardo |
| Cover Price | $4.99 |
A NEW ERA OF SUPERHERO STORYTELLING BEGINS HERE!
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 mighty Aric of Dacia, aka X-O Manowar, traverses a deadly wasteland filled with mutated horrors in a search for honor in this CAN’T-MISS debut issue from GLAAD award nominated writer Steve Orlando (Avengers Assemble) and superstar artist Guillermo Fajardo (RESURGENCE OF THE VALIANT UNIVERSE)!
Aric’s strength and resilience are put to the test when he comes to the defense of a family under siege from a my
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CRITIC REVIEWS
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9.0
Pastrami Nation - Nolan P. Smith
Oct 01, 2025A strong, accessible jump-on that respects the armor's legacy while charting a tougher, dustier path forward. I'm in for the ride. I am so thrilled that X-O Manowar is back! Read Full Review
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6.0
Comical Opinions - Gabriel Hernandez
Sep 18, 2025VALIANT BEYOND: THE X-O MANOWAR #1 is a prime example of a comic with an identity crisis. The incredible art is a true spectacle, but it's shackled to a script that's a total slog. It's a gorgeous book to look at, but good luck trying to figure out what's happening. The writing and plot feel like a first draft, while the art is a polished, final product. Read Full Review
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5.0
AIPT - Maxwell Majernik
Sep 16, 2025The genre gumbo isn't quite working yet, but if you're a fan of the X-O Manowar character and the overall Valiant Beyond relaunch, I wouldn't give up on this series after the opener. Read Full Review
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