Barbaric: Born in Blood #1 – A Fresh Beginning for Comics
The Saga of Owen and His Drunken Axe Continues
BARBARIC: BORN IN BLOOD #1 is here, and it’s a perfect entry point for newcomers. No need for prior knowledge—this comic offers a fresh start. Thanks to Vault’s free retailer program, it’s easier than ever to dive into this wildly popular indie series.
Ten years in, and Barbaric remains a top seller. Co-creators Michael Moreci (writer) and Nathan Gooden (artist) have crafted a fan-favorite that’s captured the hearts of readers worldwide. With praise from top media outlets, it’s no wonder this series is still going strong.
Owen: Your Favorite Drunken Barbarian
At the heart of the story is Owen, a hard-drinking barbarian cursed to do good, and his equally inebriated, bloodthirsty axe. Together, they battle mythical creatures, cults, and giants, all while trying to maintain some semblance of heroism. But their journey is anything but ordinary.
Epic Art and a Retailer’s Dream
In a move that’s sure to please comic shops, Vault is offering 25 copies of BARBARIC: BORN IN BLOOD #1 for free to retailers. With a price tag of $4.99, retailers can choose how to distribute or discount these copies. The issue features variant covers from a lineup of talented artists, including Corin Howell, Adam Cahoon, Ed Luce, and Patrick Gañas. Manga fans will appreciate the nod to Berserk with a variant by Angela Wu.
Save the Date: April 10th, 2024
Mark your calendars for April 10th, 2024, when Barbaric: Born in Blood #1 hits the shelves. This is a must-have addition to any comic collection.
A New Chapter Begins
If you’ve missed a few issues or have friends who haven’t yet joined the Barbaric fandom, now’s the time to jump in. Barbaric: Born in Blood continues the saga of Owen, Axe, and Soren, introducing new challenges and a formidable new villain, Orrick, a former barbarian turned torturer. Secrets from Owen’s past resurface, promising a story as rich as it is brutal. Will Owen stay true to his curse and deliver justice? Some villains might find themselves missing a head or two!
For more details, retailers can contact Vault Comics directly. And don’t miss out on these order codes for Barbaric: Born in Blood #1: Lunar Order Codes 1223VL438 to 444 and Diamond Order Codes DEC231763 to DEC231768.
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