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This issue does not have a card (coupon). Alone against the might of the Malev Emperor, Rai begins to question if he has what it takes to lead the resistance. "The Death of Japan" is written by John Ostrander, with art and cover by Sean Chen and Kathryn Bolinger. Cover price $2.25.

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Rai, Magnus and Leeja are at the mercy of the Malev forces, with escape seemingly impossible. Their only hope is the Steel Legion, but just whose side are they on? "The Steel Legion" is written by John Ostrander, with art and cover by Sean Chen and Kathryn Bolinger. Cover price $2.25.

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Rai and the Future Force clash with a gang of 41st Century corsairs who prey on refugees trying to escape the Malev invasion. Can the team end the pirates' reign of terror before the Malev onslaught catches up to them? "Attack of the Cyberaiders" is written by John Ostrander, with art and cover by Sean Chen and Kathryn Bolinger. Cover price $2.25.

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Cover by Sean Chen and Kathryn Bolinger. Trust, script by John Ostrander, art by Jim Califiore, Kathryn Bolinger, and Jenifer Marrus; Will squabbles between the members of the Future Force be enough to lead them astray?; Or will they be able to overcome their differences to confront the Malev?; And will they uncover the fate of Timbuc? Malev War; cont'd between Magnus Robot Fighter #31/32. 36 pgs., full color. $2.25. Cover price $2.25.

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Continued from Magnus Robot Fighter (1991 Valiant) #34. Rai and the Future Force try to help Magnus expel the Malevs from Australia. Tekla has a trick or two up her robotic sleeves. "Christmas Eve: Fahrenheit 100" is written by Dave DeVries, with art by Jim Calafiore and Gonzalo Mayo. Characters: GS: Magnus; V: Joanna Peterson, G3 (D), Malevs. Cover by Jim Calafiore. Cover price $2.25.

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Continued from Magnus Robot Fighter (1991 Valiant) #37. Guest-starring the Starwatchers. This is it -- the end of the Malev War and the end of Rai. The Emperor turns the tables on the forces of humanity by mindlocking Rai. Magnus and the Starwatchers are unprepared, however, to face Rai now that his powers have been unleashed to their fullest potential. Now Magnus must battle Rai in a fight that only one will survive. "Exorcism: The Last Day, Part 2" is written by Tony Bedard, with art and cover by Dave Ross and Rodney Ramos. Cover price $2.25.

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Set in the year 4020. In Ladakh, Tibet, the son of Rai is growing up with Takashi, the son of Kazuyo and Tohru, the 41st Rai. Takashi was previously seen as a baby in earlier issues of Rai and last seen as a toddler in issue #20. When the two engage in a friendly contest, Takashi reveals an unexpected and deadly hatred for young Rai. When even a New World Order can't stop the mythic chain of events set in motion when one blood brother hates another, can Rai? "Leap of Faith" is written by Tony Bedard and Dave Ross, with art by Dave Ross and Rodney Ramos. Cover by Dave Ross. Cover price $2.25.

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In the year 4020...Rai receives a mysterious message which could lead him to the lost Blood of Heroes. To what lengths of treachery will Takashi go to replace Rai on his quest to Africa...and claim a legacy for his own? "The Call" is written by Tony Bedard, with art by Dave Ross and Rodney Ramos. Cover by George Saravia and Rodney Ramos. Cover price $2.25.

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Chaos Effect Epsilon Pt. 3. Continued in Magnus Robot Fighter (1991 Valiant) #41. "Homecoming" is written by Tony Bedard, with art by Dave Ross and Rodney Ramos. Characters: GS: Destroyer, Psi-Lords, Kazuro (D); V: Takashi (becomes Rai IV). Cover by Dave Ross and Bob Layton. Cover price $2.25.

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Rai returns from his quest to Africa for the Blood of Heroes. Upon his return, he must face his murderous foster brother, Takashi, who considers himself the "true" 42nd Rai. The showdown pits Takashi's alien armor technology against Rai's untested martial arts talents. It's Rai vs. Rai in a battle that could kill them both! "Baptism of Fire" is written by Tony Bedard, with art by Kevin Kobasic and Rodney Ramos. Characters: V: Rai IV, Suki; GS: Spylocke. Cover by Dave Ross. Cover price $2.25.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art and Cover by Clayton Crain. VALIANT FIRST begins in force this May with an all-new vision of the future in RAI #1! The year is 4001 A.D. - led by the artificial intelligence called 'Father,' the island nation of Japan has expanded out of the Pacific and into geosynchronous orbit with the ravaged Earth below. With billions to feed and protect, it has fallen to one solitary guardian to enforce the law of Father's empire - the mysterious folk hero known as Rai. They say he can appear out of nowhere. They say he is a spirit…the ghost of Japan. But when the first murder in a thousand years threatens to topple Father's benevolent reign, Rai will be forced to confront the true face of a nation transformed…and his own long-lost humanity… 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Gold Edition. Written by Matt Kindt. Art and Cover by Clayton Crain. VALIANT FIRST begins in force this May with an all-new vision of the future in RAI #1! The year is 4001 A.D. - led by the artificial intelligence called 'Father,' the island nation of Japan has expanded out of the Pacific and into geosynchronous orbit with the ravaged Earth below. With billions to feed and protect, it has fallen to one solitary guardian to enforce the law of Father's empire - the mysterious folk hero known as Rai. They say he can appear out of nowhere. They say he is a spirit…the ghost of Japan. But when the first murder in a thousand years threatens to topple Father's benevolent reign, Rai will be forced to confront the true face of a nation transformed…and his own long-lost humanity… 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art by Clayton Crain. Cover by Khari Evans. VALIANT FIRST begins in force this May with an all-new vision of the future in RAI #1! The year is 4001 A.D. - led by the artificial intelligence called 'Father,' the island nation of Japan has expanded out of the Pacific and into geosynchronous orbit with the ravaged Earth below. With billions to feed and protect, it has fallen to one solitary guardian to enforce the law of Father's empire - the mysterious folk hero known as Rai. They say he can appear out of nowhere. They say he is a spirit…the ghost of Japan. But when the first murder in a thousand years threatens to topple Father's benevolent reign, Rai will be forced to confront the true face of a nation transformed…and his own long-lost humanity… 32 pages, full color.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art by Clayton Crain. Cover by Stephen Segovia. VALIANT FIRST begins in force this May with an all-new vision of the future in RAI #1! The year is 4001 A.D. - led by the artificial intelligence called 'Father,' the island nation of Japan has expanded out of the Pacific and into geosynchronous orbit with the ravaged Earth below. With billions to feed and protect, it has fallen to one solitary guardian to enforce the law of Father's empire - the mysterious folk hero known as Rai. They say he can appear out of nowhere. They say he is a spirit…the ghost of Japan. But when the first murder in a thousand years threatens to topple Father's benevolent reign, Rai will be forced to confront the true face of a nation transformed…and his own long-lost humanity… 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art by Clayton Crain. Cover by Raul Allen. VALIANT FIRST begins in force this May with an all-new vision of the future in RAI #1! The year is 4001 A.D. - led by the artificial intelligence called 'Father,' the island nation of Japan has expanded out of the Pacific and into geosynchronous orbit with the ravaged Earth below. With billions to feed and protect, it has fallen to one solitary guardian to enforce the law of Father's empire - the mysterious folk hero known as Rai. They say he can appear out of nowhere. They say he is a spirit…the ghost of Japan. But when the first murder in a thousand years threatens to topple Father's benevolent reign, Rai will be forced to confront the true face of a nation transformed…and his own long-lost humanity… 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art and Cover by Clayton Crain. The year is 4001 A.D. - led by the artificial intelligence called 'Father,' the island nation of Japan has expanded out of the Pacific and into geosynchronous orbit with the ravaged Earth below. With billions to feed and protect, it has fallen to one solitary guardian to enforce the law of Father's empire - the mysterious folk hero known as Rai. They say he can appear out of nowhere. They say he is a spirit…the ghost of Japan. But when the first murder in a thousand years threatens to topple Father's benevolent reign, Rai will be forced to confront the true face of a nation transformed…and his own long-lost humanity… 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $1.00.

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Plus Edition contains 15 pages of bonus content! Written by Matt Kindt. Art and Cover Clayton Crain. Celebrate the launch of VALIANT FIRST with a special expanded edition of RAI #1, featuring more than 15 pages of behind-the-scenes bonus features and dedicated looks inside the world of 4001 A.D. that won't be collected for the trade paperback! Cover price $4.99.

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Limited 1 for 15 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover Written by Matt Kindt. Art by Clayton Crain. Cover by Khari Evans. VALIANT FIRST begins in force this May with an all-new vision of the future in RAI #1! The year is 4001 A.D. - led by the artificial intelligence called 'Father,' the island nation of Japan has expanded out of the Pacific and into geosynchronous orbit with the ravaged Earth below. With billions to feed and protect, it has fallen to one solitary guardian to enforce the law of Father's empire - the mysterious folk hero known as Rai. They say he can appear out of nowhere. They say he is a spirit…the ghost of Japan. But when the first murder in a thousand years threatens to topple Father's benevolent reign, Rai will be forced to confront the true face of a nation transformed…and his own long-lost humanity… 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 20 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Matt Kindt. Art by Clayton Crain. Cover by Trevor Hairsine. VALIANT FIRST begins in force this May with an all-new vision of the future in RAI #1! The year is 4001 A.D. - led by the artificial intelligence called 'Father,' the island nation of Japan has expanded out of the Pacific and into geosynchronous orbit with the ravaged Earth below. With billions to feed and protect, it has fallen to one solitary guardian to enforce the law of Father's empire - the mysterious folk hero known as Rai. They say he can appear out of nowhere. They say he is a spirit…the ghost of Japan. But when the first murder in a thousand years threatens to topple Father's benevolent reign, Rai will be forced to confront the true face of a nation transformed…and his own long-lost humanity… 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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Hastings Variant Cover by Sina Grace. Written by Matt Kindt. Art by Clayton Crain. VALIANT FIRST begins in force this May with an all-new vision of the future in RAI #1! The year is 4001 A.D. - led by the artificial intelligence called 'Father,' the island nation of Japan has expanded out of the Pacific and into geosynchronous orbit with the ravaged Earth below. With billions to feed and protect, it has fallen to one solitary guardian to enforce the law of Father's empire - the mysterious folk hero known as Rai. They say he can appear out of nowhere. They say he is a spirit…the ghost of Japan. But when the first murder in a thousand years threatens to topple Father's benevolent reign, Rai will be forced to confront the true face of a nation transformed…and his own long-lost humanity… 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

2nd Printing - Written by Matt Kindt. Art and Cover by Clayton Crain. VALIANT FIRST begins in force this May with an all-new vision of the future in RAI #1! The year is 4001 A.D. - led by the artificial intelligence called 'Father,' the island nation of Japan has expanded out of the Pacific and into geosynchronous orbit with the ravaged Earth below. With billions to feed and protect, it has fallen to one solitary guardian to enforce the law of Father's empire - the mysterious folk hero known as Rai. They say he can appear out of nowhere. They say he is a spirit…the ghost of Japan. But when the first murder in a thousand years threatens to topple Father's benevolent reign, Rai will be forced to confront the true face of a nation transformed…and his own long-lost humanity… 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Mile High Comics Variant Cover by Jeff Dekal. Written by Matt Kindt. Art by Clayton Crain. VALIANT FIRST begins in force this May with an all-new vision of the future in RAI #1! The year is 4001 A.D. - led by the artificial intelligence called 'Father,' the island nation of Japan has expanded out of the Pacific and into geosynchronous orbit with the ravaged Earth below. With billions to feed and protect, it has fallen to one solitary guardian to enforce the law of Father's empire - the mysterious folk hero known as Rai. They say he can appear out of nowhere. They say he is a spirit…the ghost of Japan. But when the first murder in a thousand years threatens to topple Father's benevolent reign, Rai will be forced to confront the true face of a nation transformed…and his own long-lost humanity… 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art by Clayton Crain. Cover by Mico Suayan. Discover the astonishing world of the 41st century! This May, Matt Kindt and Clayton Crain's one-of-a-kind adventure proves that there is nothing else in comics like RAI! In the far future of 4001 A.D., Japan is a single endless city-state, governed by a benevolent artificial intelligence and policed by a one lone enforcer - the mysterious Rai, spirit guardian of the rising sun. But, soon, a single bullet will shatter the peace it has taken 2,000 years to secure… 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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Limited 1 for 10 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover by Bart Sears. Written by Matt Kindt. Art by Clayton Crain. Discover the astonishing world of the 41st century! This May, Matt Kindt and Clayton Crain's one-of-a-kind adventure proves that there is nothing else in comics like RAI! In the far future of 4001 A.D., Japan is a single endless city-state, governed by a benevolent artificial intelligence and policed by a one lone enforcer - the mysterious Rai, spirit guardian of the rising sun. But, soon, a single bullet will shatter the peace it has taken 2,000 years to secure… 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 25 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover by Paolo Rivera. Written by Matt Kindt. Art by Clayton Crain. Discover the astonishing world of the 41st century! This May, Matt Kindt and Clayton Crain's one-of-a-kind adventure proves that there is nothing else in comics like RAI! In the far future of 4001 A.D., Japan is a single endless city-state, governed by a benevolent artificial intelligence and policed by a one lone enforcer - the mysterious Rai, spirit guardian of the rising sun. But, soon, a single bullet will shatter the peace it has taken 2,000 years to secure… 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art by Clayton Crain. Cover by Raul Allen. Nothing is what it seems…not even yourself... A seemingly random murder-the first in a thousand years-is unraveling the mysteries at the heart of Rai's very existence. As the country of Japan completes another orbit around 41st century Earth, Rai, its sole protector, turns his investigation toward two figures he never questioned before: Father, the A.I. that controls Japan…and himself. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art and Cover by Clayton Crain. Nothing is what it seems…not even yourself... A seemingly random murder-the first in a thousand years-is unraveling the mysteries at the heart of Rai's very existence. As the country of Japan completes another orbit around 41st century Earth, Rai, its sole protector, turns his investigation toward two figures he never questioned before: Father, the A.I. that controls Japan…and himself. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

2nd Printing - Written by Matt Kindt. Art and Cover by Clayton Crain. The most daring comic book launch of the year unleashes a cascade of shocking revelations as Rai rockets toward its second arc! In 4001 A.D., as the nation of Japan soars above the Earth, Rai unravels the mystery of the first murder in a thousand years…and discovers his own profound connection to the crime. Everything Rai knows - about his existence, about his country, and about the benevolent Father he serves - is about to be thrown out of orbit. 32 pages, full color. Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art and cover by Clayton Crain. In the aftermath of the devastating battle for 41st century Japan, Rai must pick up the pieces as he grapples with the startling truth about Father and his purpose. Will Rai remain a champion of the people or will he succumb to the same fate as the men who carried the mantle before him? And why is everyone looking at him so strangely? Cover price $3.99.

Written by Matt Kindt. Art by Clayton Crain. Cover by David Mack. In the aftermath of the devastating battle for 41st century Japan, Rai must pick up the pieces as he grapples with the startling truth about Father and his purpose. Will Rai remain a champion of the people or will he succumb to the same fate as the men who carried the mantle before him? And why is everyone looking at him so strangely? Note: Threshold variant. Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art Clayton Crain. Cover by Riley Rossmo. In the aftermath of the devastating battle for 41st century Japan, Rai must pick up the pieces as he grapples with the startling truth about Father and his purpose. Will Rai remain a champion of the people or will he succumb to the same fate as the men who carried the mantle before him? And why is everyone looking at him so strangely? Note: Threshold variant. Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art and cover by Clayton Crain. In the aftermath of the devastating battle for 41st century Japan, Rai must pick up the pieces as he grapples with the startling truth about Father and his purpose. Will Rai remain a champion of the people or will he succumb to the same fate as the men who carried the mantle before him? And why is everyone looking at him so strangely? Note: Plus Edition with bonus material. Cover price $4.99.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art by Clayton Crain. Cover by Cary Nord. As 41st century Japan spirals into chaos, will Rai protect his nation…or help tear it down? As Rai grapples with a life beyond the control of Father, new feelings distract him from uprisings, secret armies, and a bomb that could all doom the mission to free New Japan before it even begins! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art by Clayton Crain. Cover by Miguel Angel Sepulveda. As 41st century Japan spirals into chaos, will Rai protect his nation…or help tear it down? As Rai grapples with a life beyond the control of Father, new feelings distract him from uprisings, secret armies, and a bomb that could all doom the mission to free New Japan before it even begins! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 25 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Matt Kindt. Art by Clayton Crain. Cover by Jeff Lemire. As 41st century Japan spirals into chaos, will Rai protect his nation…or help tear it down? As Rai grapples with a life beyond the control of Father, new feelings distract him from uprisings, secret armies, and a bomb that could all doom the mission to free New Japan before it even begins! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art and Cover by Clayton Crain. 'Battle for New Japan' Romance threatens to destroy a necessary peace between Raddies and robots as Rai builds his army for the final assault on Father! Plus: a glimpse of Earth 4001 and the secret weapon hiding out on the planet's surface that could be the key to taking back New Japan! 40 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 20 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Matt Kindt. Art by Clayton Crain. Cover by Rafael Albuquerque. 'Battle for New Japan' Romance threatens to destroy a necessary peace between Raddies and robots as Rai builds his army for the final assault on Father! Plus: a glimpse of Earth 4001 and the secret weapon hiding out on the planet's surface that could be the key to taking back New Japan! 40 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 20 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Matt Kindt. Art by Clayton Crain. Cover by Bart Sears. 'The Battle for New Japan' erupts into all-out war! Rai has raised an army of former enemies and reluctant allies all in the name of one thing - freedom! It's the final fight between Father and his prodigal son, except there is no coming back from this as the outcome could spell the end of not just New Japan, but all of Earth! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art and Cover by Clayton Crain. 'THE ORPHAN' ends here with an explosive finale…and a shocking new direction for New Japan's fallen guardian! After being exiled to Earth by Father, Rai has survived on his own, finding new friends and discovering some familiar faces. Now, fully restored and ready for battle, Rai is ready to return to New Japan and rescue the allies he left behind! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

Limited 1 for 10 Retailer Incentive Variant Cover. Written by Jeff Lemire. Art by Butch Guice. Cover by Ryan Lee. 'THE ORPHAN' ends here with an explosive finale…and a shocking new direction for New Japan's fallen guardian! After being exiled to Earth by Father, Rai has survived on his own, finding new friends and discovering some familiar faces. Now, fully restored and ready for battle, Rai is ready to return to New Japan and rescue the allies he left behind! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art by CAFU. Cover by David Mack. The rise of New Japan's greatest champion! As Father erects his floating kingdom of New Japan, nothing will stop him from asserting complete control over the millions who now fall under his gaze! And to ensure total subjugation, he will create the greatest 'spirit guardian' New Japan has ever known - the fourth Rai! But as Father unleashes his most powerful warrioryet, has even he gone too far in his bid for absolute power? Join 4001 A.D. mastermind Matt Kindt and fan-favorite artist CAFU as they continue to unearth the missing links connecting the world of today with 4001 A.D.'s empire of tomorrow! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art and Cover by CAFU. The rise of New Japan's greatest champion! As Father erects his floating kingdom of New Japan, nothing will stop him from asserting complete control over the millions who now fall under his gaze! And to ensure total subjugation, he will create the greatest 'spirit guardian' New Japan has ever known - the fourth Rai! But as Father unleashes his most powerful warrioryet, has even he gone too far in his bid for absolute power? Join 4001 A.D. mastermind Matt Kindt and fan-favorite artist CAFU as they continue to unearth the missing links connecting the world of today with 4001 A.D.'s empire of tomorrow! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

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Written by Matt Kindt. Art and Cover by Clayton Crain. Re-presenting RAI #1 (2014). The year is 4001 A.D. - led by the artificial intelligence called 'Father,' the island nation of Japan has expanded out of the Pacific and into geosynchronous orbit with the ravaged Earth below. With billions to feed and protect, it has fallen to one solitary guardian to enforce the law of Father's empire - the mysterious folk hero known as Rai. They say he can appear out of nowhere. They say he is a spirit…the ghost of Japan. But when the first murder in a thousand years threatens to topple Father's benevolent reign, Rai will be forced to confront the true face of a nation transformed…and his own long-lost humanity… 28 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $1.00.

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Written by Rafer Roberts. Art by Francis Portela. Cover by Clayton Crain. It is the year 4002 A.D.... Rai, the spirit guardian of Earth, has uncovered an ancient tome filled with history's greatest tales and civilizations darkest moments. Charting the dawning days of ancient Mesopotamia, all the way to the rise of New Japan, the history of the Valiant Universe is laid bare in shocking and revelatory detail. From X-O Manowar to Bloodshot to Faith to Divinity... history will reveal untold revelations for Valiant's greatest heroes and antagonists! In the tradition of the original RAI #0, Harvey Award-nominated writer Rafer Roberts (Harbinger Renegade) and acclaimed artist Francis Portela (Faith) unleash a celebration of Rai's 25th anniversary with the third of four standalone specials honoring the most famed Valiant stories ever told! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+ Cover price $3.99.

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Black Cover (Pollybagged with Rai Companion Comic) - 1st printing. Collects Rai (1992-1995) #0-4. Written by Bob Layton and David Michelinie. Art by David Lapham, Joe St. Pierre, and Sal Velluto. Featuring an appearance by Solar, Man of the Atom. Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $11.95.

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Black Cover (NOT Pollybagged/NO Comic) - 1st printing. Collects Rai (1992-1995) #0-4. Written by Bob Layton and David Michelinie. Art by David Lapham, Joe St. Pierre, and Sal Velluto. Featuring an appearance by Solar, Man of the Atom. Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $11.95.

Blue Cover (Pollybagged with Rai Companion Comic) - 1st printing. Collects Rai (1992-1995) #0-4. Written by Bob Layton and David Michelinie. Art by David Lapham, Joe St. Pierre, and Sal Velluto. Featuring an appearance by Solar, Man of the Atom. Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $11.95.

Blue Cover (NOT Pollybagged/NO Comic) - 1st printing. Collects Rai (1992-1995) #0-4. Written by Bob Layton and David Michelinie. Art by David Lapham, Joe St. Pierre, and Sal Velluto. Featuring an appearance by Solar, Man of the Atom. Softcover, 128 pages, full color. Cover price $11.95.

Stories and Art by Tsugihara Ryuji, Hidaka Yoshiki, Umekawa Kazumi, Sakurano Minene, Hara Tetsuo, Ryu Keiichiro, Aso Mio, Itagaki Keisuke, Horie Nobu, Buronson, Hojo Tsukasa and Inoue Takehiko. Stories that inspire! Art that thrills! Don't miss your weekly shot of manga! In this issue: Tsugihara Ryuji and Hidaka Yoshiki's The First President of Japan; Bow Wow Wata by Umekawa Kazumi; Guardian Angel Getten by Sakurano Minene; Keiji by Hara Tetsuo, Ryu Keiichiro and Aso Mio; Itagaki Keisuke's Baki the Grappler; Hara Tetsuo, Horie Nobu and Buronson's Fist of the Blue Sky; Hojo Tsukasa's City Hunter; and Inoue Takehiko's Slam Dunk! Published in the original right-to-left Japanese format. Magazine, 190 pages, PC/PB&W. Mature Readers. Cover price $4.95.