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Only The Valiant

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You love Valiant Comics, and so do we. We present two shows in our network. ONLY THE VALIANT (OTV) is the flagship show, released monthly, covering any and all topics related to Valiant Comics and Entertainment. VALIANT COMICS REVIEW (VCR) is a weekly show taking a precision look at the new Valiant Comics on the shelves every week.
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VCR 165, May 23, 2018

We discuss Shadowman #3 and X-O Manowar #15, out today from Valiant Comics. Spoiler alert!

May 24, 2018•36 min

VCR 163, May 2, 2018 | Harbinger Wars 2 Prelude

We discuss Harbinger Wars 2: Prelude in this episode. This issue starts things off the event with some excitement, and we discuss the events and possible repercussions of this issue. The Government is bad, but Livewire is badder. Are things black and white, cut and dry, or are there some gray areas to the actions of our hero? Also, we discuss some of the landscape of the Valiant Universe, and how that is setting the stage for the events that are coming up. Sit back and enjoy, this issue starts t...

May 02, 2018•21 min

OTV 218: The Curse Of Valiant?

DMG has purchased full ownership of Valiant, and the leadership that forged the Valiant Universe for the last six years has been forced out, or has left the company. We haven't yet fully seen the new shape of Valiant, and it is not clear that things will stay up, or if we may see another downturn. The original OTV duo, Sean and Chiclo, get together to discuss the changes happening at Valiant as a result of this purchase by DMG, what the changes may mean, what we might expect as a result, and wha...

Apr 01, 2018•52 min

VCR 159, March 28, 2018 | Shadowman #1, X-O Manowar #13

The Gorin epic comes to a close, and the new Shadowman epic starts off with a bang. Loas and Lightning swords! Plenty to discuss in this week's episode of Valiant Comics Review, where we talk about the new Valiant books as soon as they are on stands. First up, the Gorin epic comes to a close in X-O Manowar #13, and the planet seems to get a happy ending. What did we think of this wrap up, and what kind of light does it cast the entire run so far in? Also, we get the big reveal of what sent Aric ...

Mar 28, 2018•24 min

VCR 158: March 21, 2018 | Quantum and Woody #4, Ninja-K #5

Quantum and Woody #4, Ninja-K #5 Evil plots are revealed, vengeful plots are resolved. There's a bit to talk about in this week's new Valiant Comics, so let's get to it! First up, we discuss Quantum and Woody #4, in which our heroes end up in Sydney, and find out just what the heck has been behind all of the recent events in their life. The brothers remain the brothers, and that seems to be the source of their problems. Second, we talk about Ninja-K #5, in which Ninjak and his new team-up partne...

Mar 21, 2018•31 min

VCR 157, March 14, 2018 | Ninjak Vs The Valiant Universe #3, Secret Weapons: Owen's Story #0

In this week's Valiant Comics, we get a spotlight on Owen from Secret Weapons, and Ninjak continues to take on everybody. First up, in Ninjak Vs The Valiant Universe #3, we've got magic bullets and unexpected trips and a whole lot more. What do we make of this continuing fight, and the unexpected turns? Second, in Owen's Story, we get a look back at Owen and unpack this dense tale. Or is it just a garage sale? After all, we all have to pay rent. Spoiler alert! We are going to talk all about this...

Mar 14, 2018•43 min

VCR 155, February 28, 2018 | X-O Manowar #12

Emperor Aric is just hanging out, until he gets pushed to his limits. Let’s discuss the latest happenings in the story of our favorite Visigoth. As you may have guessed, we are discussing X-O Manowar #12, in which we see Aric doing his thing, some other people doing their thing, some spice, and things coming to a climax. Spoiler alert! We are going to talk all about this book, so jump in only after you have read the book.

Feb 28, 2018•30 min

VCR 152, Feb 7, 2018 | Armstrong & The Vault of Spirits. Plus: DMG.

Armstrong throws the party of the year, and we are all invited. The Vault opens, and we take a look at the party that follows. Plus: we take some time to talk about the transfer of ownership of VEI to 100% DMG control and what this might mean. Spoiler alert: We are going to talk all about this book. Read it first please!

Feb 07, 2018•44 min

VCR January 31st, 2018 |Quantum & Woody #2, Eternity #4

Join us this week as we look in on the state of affairs with the brothers extraordinaire in Quantum & Woody #2, and then follow the path of a bullet through time & space into the unknown as Eternity #4 wraps up that series. Spoiler alert! We have read these books, and we discuss them assuming you have too. If you don't want to be spoiled by our conversation, read the books before listening.

Feb 01, 2018•44 min

VCR January 24, 2018 | XO Manowar #11, Ninja-K #3, Harbinger Wars 2 #0

VCR turns 150!! Join us for this special celebratory issue, where in addition to talking about XO Manowar #11 & Ninja-K #3, we are having a bonus chat about the special mail-away-only Harbinger Wars Zero issue! Spoiler alert! We have read these books, and we discuss them assuming you have too. If you don't to be spoiled by our conversation, read the books before listening.

Jan 25, 2018•1 hr 7 min

VCR 148, January 3, 2018 | Secret Weapons #0

Nikki's Story is featured in this issue, from her days before the Harbinger foundation, to her activation, her time at the Willows, right up to Secret Weapons #1. VCR discusses it all in this episode. Every week, OTV presents VCR, a quick look at this week's new Valiant Comics. This week, we look at Secret Weapons #0. Spoiler alert! We are gonna be all over this book.

Jan 03, 2018•36 min

VCR 147, December 27, 2017 | Eternity #3, X-O Manowar #10

It is a week of the weird and the wild in our two Valiant Comics. We decipher the mysteries of Eternity, and follow the bounties of X-O Manowar. In Eternity #3, Abram and Myshka continue their search, and learn a thing or two about prophecy. Plus, they have some fighting, in their own divine way. In X-O Manowar #10, Rawn gets the old gang back together, and kills something. This sets up the next big battle-o-rama coming in X-O Manowar, and puts some faces to our faceless villains. Come dive in t...

Dec 27, 2017•43 min

VCR 146, December 20, 2017 | Quantum + Woody! #1, Ninja-K #2

Let's take a trip in Quantum and Woody's ice cream truck, and navigate the espionage world with Ninjak. Two new books to discuss, and a lot packed into them for us to unpack. Tune in! Every week, OTV presents VCR, a quick look at the new Valiant Comics out on comic store shelves today! First, we KLANG with the world's worst superhero team (and brothers), and take a look at their new book, Quantum + Woody! #1. We dive into the timeline presented in this book, to make sure we have it straight, and...

Dec 20, 2017•34 min

VCR 145, December 13, 2017 | Bloodshot Salvation #4

Time to Rampage! VCR examines the origins of Bloodshot's villain, his ties to the scarred man, and a whole lot more! Bloodshot Salvation #4 is out now, and that is the topic of the week. This story takes a humble look at the early years of the scarred man and Rampage, including their relationship, and how they ended up the people they are. Spoiler alert! This one has some juice in it, read it before listening.

Dec 13, 2017•29 min

VCR 144, December 6, 2017 | Faith's Winter Wonderland Special

Faith has an adventure and VCR is here to parse out the hidden meanings in this book. Jump down the rabbit hole with us! On the docket this week is Faith’s Winter Wonderland Special. We talk about how much of a “holiday” story this is (or isn’t, as the case may be). Also, how do we understand this story within the context of the rest of the Valiant Universe? We also dive into some of the themes present in the story, and how they are reflected, and what some of the takeaways are. What is the deep...

Dec 06, 2017•24 min

VCR 143, November 29, 2017 | Eternity #2, War Mother #4

We dive into the mysteries of the Unknown in Eternity, and check on the state of the future in War Mother. Proceed with the Valiant Comics! Every week, OTV presents VCR, a quick look at this week's new Valiant Comics. First up, we discuss Eternity #2, in which we see our heroes encounter more and more of the Unknown, and what is going on. What are the stakes? How did all this come to be? Where could it all be going, and what does it mean? Eternity always gives us plenty to discuss. Second, we wr...

Nov 29, 2017•34 min

VCR 122, November 22, 2017 | X-O Manowar #9

We discuss X-O Manowar #9. This issue is a bit of a transition in the story, so we catch up on where Aric is, and what may be coming. Spoiler alert! You've been warned.

Nov 22, 2017•24 min

VCR 141, November 14, 2017 | Ninja-K #1, Bloodshot Salvation #3

Ninja-K takes us on a history lesson, and Ray takes us to Daddy's Town. There is a whole lot to talk about in these new Valiant Comics, so please join us! First up, in Bloodshot Salvation #3, we talk about the revelation about Ray's whereabouts, and the hows and whys that might make that possible. Also, what is Omen up to, and what have they not been up to, that they can do what they did to all the Bloodshots? Plus, speculation about Jesse, our Baby Bloodshot. Nest, Ninja-K #1 explodes a ton of ...

Nov 16, 2017•45 min

VCR November 8, 2017 | Harbinger Renegade #0

HARD Corps meditate with Alpha in the newest issue of Harbinger Renegade! We discuss all of the ins and outs of this issue for your listening enjoyment. This seems to be part of Solomon's plan, but how? We discuss what Solomon might want from all of this. Plus, what happened to the HARD Corps in this mission? And what does the Alpha want? What do his powers do? Will he get pants? Spoiler alert! We are going to talk all about this issue, so if you don't want to know what happens, read the book be...

Nov 08, 2017•33 min

VCR October 25, 2017 | Bloodshot Salvation #2, Eternity #1, X-O Manowar #8

Three big books, three great hosts, we have a lot to talk about, so we get right to it! This week, Bloodshot Salvation #2 is out, as well as X-O Manowar #8, and Eternity #1 is hitting the scene. We give all of the books our usual VCR treatment, digging into the ins, the outs, and maybe some crazy theories. Spoiler alert! Enjoy and share!

Oct 26, 2017•1 hr 6 min

VCR 138 | October 18, 2017 | War Mother #3, Faith and the Future Force #4

VCR discusses War Mother #3 and Faith and the Future Force #4 in this week's VCR. We have a bit to unpack in this issue, so let's get to it! First up is the War Mother! We discuss what is going on with this story, the nature of the world building we are seeing, the Jade, and all the other items packed into this issue. Next up we travel back from the future to discuss Faith and figure out what Do-Bot is up to, and how this fits into the other stories we've seen. We might be a bit confused about t...

Oct 19, 2017•37 min

VCR October 11, 2017 | Harbinger Renegade #8

The Renegades get their plans in motion, and make some moves in Harbinger Renegade #8, out now from Valiant Comics. We discuss the ins and outs of this issue. Spoiler alert! We have read this issue, and we will talk about all of the plot points. Be warned. We talk about the ramifications of this issue, and the shape of what this may be leading to in this episode.

Oct 11, 2017•31 min
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