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Every iteration of the Valiant Universe has found Rai to be absolutely vital. Beginning its superhero line in 1991, Valiant licensed Western Publishing's Solar and Magnus Robot Fighter among other characters. Designed by Jim Shooter and Paul Creddick, Rai is unique among early Valiant heroes. Set in the far future 41st century, Rai uses his nanite-enhanced abilities to protect New Japan, but finally rebels against Father, his dictator. Rai now must battle not only Father (now known as Bloodfather) but also a Darque onslaught.
Headlining a critically praised game penned by the likes of Matt Kindt and Dan Abnett, Rai reappeared as part of the new Valiant Universe in 2014 and now Abnett has returned to mentor Rai to Valiant's Resurgence. Thanks to a primer at the beginning of the issue, Abnett and Utrera have produced a narrative entirely within reach of novices. Though his new nemeseses in the Darque employ magic, Rai is a pure science fiction figure. Darque's presence in the book gives Rai: The Book of the Darque #1 horror, as Utrera discovers some quite repulsive animals.
A darkly funny high point on the road to Resurgence, Valiant's latest Rai: The Book of the Darque blends superheroes with horror. Later this year, Valiant Comics is organizing a huge, universe-defining event called Resurgence. Rai: The Book of the Darque is a darkly humorous enjoyable book that stands on its own in addition to generating buzz for Resurgence.
Dan Abnett's Book of the Darque #1, illustrated by Emilio Utrera, starts by quickly bringing readers up to current on recent events in Rai's life. Currently leading an apparently peaceful life, Rai's world is turned upside down when the Darque forces attack his family and send him back into action. Rai battles his way through ugly and horrible monsters with his reliable companion Raijin at hand as well as the 41st century Bloodshot. The risks get higher when Rai deals with internal treachery.
Simultaneously, Rai: The Book of the Darque #1 is also really darkly funny. The humor of the novel mostly relies on Rai's "family," comprising Uncle Fusion and Raijin. Right down to the crazy uncle, Rai's family tries to resemble a "normal" sitcom-style household. With Rai: The Book of the Darque, Valiant Comics owns something special. It is a frightening horror comic as well as a high-concept science fiction superhero book. Add in the dark, gallows humor and Rai: The Book of the Darque becomes a high point on the route to Valiant's Resurge.
Rai: Currently on sale from Valiant Comics is The Book of the Darque #1!
A hero like Faith is unique in a world gone post-nuclear. Since her introduction, Faith Herbert—a heroine that has grown to be one of Valiant's most well-liked characters—is receiving a fresh continuous series. With Faith's comeback, it is clear that Valiant is trying to bring several of its main characters back into the public awareness as it is revamping several of its big titles in preparation of Resurgence.
Jody Houser's Faith Returns #1, which Karl Kerschl illustrated, has Faith on the run from the authorities and framed for crimes she did not commit. It seems from this new narrative that she will be compelled to go rogue in order to atone for her name clearing.
Set to premiere in 2024 is a fresh, continuous series called Rai: The Book of the Darque. One of Valiant's most well-liked titles, the series will be drawn by Emilio Utrera and writer Dan Abnett will be returning to write it. The 41st century will see the new series set, in which Rai must contend with an invasion from the mystical creature Darque.
Although this narrative will incorporate both the horror and superhero genres, it should have the same darkly funny tones that define earlier Rai projects. Valiant is guaranteed to have a success since viewers will definitely be anxious to see the new show.