The Press Release:
ALIEN: KING KILLER, a new chapter in Marvel’s acclaimed Alien comic book storytelling begins this April, and it promises to deliver the darkest era of the Alien universe yet. The five-issue limited series by writer Saladin Ahmed (Wolverine) and artist Carlos Nieto (Ultimate Black Panther) will take place on a planet that’s already succumbed to Xenomorphs, a horrifying victory that pushes humanity to its limits and explores the ultimate cost of survival. Fans will also have a chance to dive deeper into the saga on Comics Giveaway Day™ on May 2 with a special prelude story by Ahmed and artist Emilio Laiso in ALIEN, PREDATOR & PLANET OF THE APES #1 CGD 2026.
When humanity has already lost the war against the Xenomorphs, what remains? Set on a planet overrun by the savage alien species, the dregs of humanity cling to the protection of the mysterious siblings known as the Three Kings. But these warlords have a fourth sibling who is out for revenge– and the humans’ remaining protectors are harboring secrets deadlier than the aliens outside their gates.
“I’m old enough to remember Aliens landing at the theaters after having watched Alien on Betamax, so I’ve been ready to tell stories in this universe for a good long while now,” Ahmed shared. “KING KILLER is more of an action story than pure horror, but it is centrally about the most fascinating question in the franchise: What makes a monster? I’m super excited for readers to join us for this weird, pulse pounding Alien story!”
Check out David Yardin’s terrifying main cover and preorder ALIEN: KING KILLER #1 at your local comic shop today!
ALIEN: KING KILLER #1 (OF 5): Written by SALADIN AHMED; Art by CARLOS NIETO; Cover by DAVID YARDIN
On Sale 4/1
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PiercingMetal Thoughts: Ever since acquiring 21st Century Studios, Marvel has not let up in releasing exciting new stories for this and related properties. I’ve always enjoyed the “Alien” films but haven’t been picking up these particular releases in an effort to slim down the overload. I do like the occasional collected edition so I will be leafing through this debut when its on the racks to help me along with the decision when the time comes. What about you folks out there in the readership? Does this new limited series interest you at all? Chime in down below in the comments section and I will see you next time.
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