Terminator Returns with Epic Time-Traveling War Across Human History
The Terminator Franchise Expands with Ambitious New Comic Series
The Terminator franchise is back with a vengeance, as Dynamite Entertainment launches an all-new comic series that sees killer robots traveling through time to wage an epic war against humanity. Written by Declan Shalvey and drawn by Luke Sparrow, this ambitious new take on the Terminator mythos promises to be a stripped-down, pulpy thrill ride that leans into the franchise's original tone and unstoppable force.
Skynet Targets Resistance Fighters Across History
In the original Terminator films, Skynet sent Terminators back in time to eliminate key figures like Sarah Connor and John Connor, the leaders of the human resistance against the machines. But in this new comic series, Skynet is taking its war to the next level, targeting resistance fighters and their ancestors across different eras of human history.
"The approach of this series is new situations, new dilemmas in each issue," Shalvey explains. "Mostly done-in-one stories, but as the series progresses there may be some recognizable faces..."
Nowhere and No-When is Safe as Time Becomes a Warzone
With Terminators being dispatched across the globe and throughout time, suddenly nowhere and no-when is safe for humanity. As Dynamite teases, "Time is literally on Skynet's side – when all of history becomes a war zone, suddenly nowhere and no-when is safe!"
This unprecedented expansion of the Terminator's theater of operations means that the stakes have never been higher. Skynet is pulling out all the stops to eliminate the human resistance before it can even begin, and it's up to a ragtag group of heroes to try and stop them.
Declan Shalvey Promises a Stripped-Down, Pulpy Approach
Writer Declan Shalvey, who is no stranger to the world of comics having worked on titles like Alien, Old Dog, and Time Before Time, is promising a stripped-down, pulpy approach to this new Terminator series.
"We're going for a more stripped-down, pulpy approach to the book," Shalvey says. "As innovative and groundbreaking as the first film was, it was also grounded in its environment, being noirish and moody as hell. An unstoppable force is coming to kill you – that's the element of the franchise I want to lean into."
A-List Artists Bring the Terminator to Life
Shalvey is joined by rising star artist Luke Sparrow, who has previously worked on Star Trek and Old Dog: Operations. Together, they're bringing the Terminator to life in a way that's never been seen before, with a gritty, realistic style that perfectly captures the franchise's tone.
The series will also feature covers by Shalvey, as well as variants by Edwin Galmon, Joshua "Sway" Swaby, and David Cousens. But perhaps most exciting of all is the "Icon Cover" by comics legend Alex Ross, which features artwork from his very first comics work, Terminator: Burning Earth.
Celebrating 40 Years of The Terminator
This new comic series comes at a significant time for the Terminator franchise, as it marks the 40th anniversary of the release of James Cameron's original film. To celebrate this milestone, Dynamite recently completed a six-figure BackerKit campaign to reprint classic Terminator comics from the late 1980s.
Now, with this latest series, Dynamite is proving that the Terminator franchise is as relevant and exciting as ever. Just like its titular cyborg assassins, the Terminator is truly unstoppable, and this new comic series is set to be one of the most thrilling and ambitious takes on the franchise yet.
Conclusion
The Terminator is back, and it's bringing the war to every corner of human history. With Skynet targeting resistance fighters and their ancestors across different eras, nowhere and no-when is safe. But with a stripped-down, pulpy approach that leans into the franchise's original tone and unstoppable force, this new comic series from Dynamite is sure to be a hit with fans old and new.
So get ready for a wild ride through time, as the Terminator takes the fight to humanity like never before. With stunning artwork, a talented creative team, and a story that promises to be as thrilling as it is ambitious, this is one comic series that you won't want to miss.
FAQ
What is the premise of the new Terminator comic series? In this new comic series, Skynet is sending Terminators back through different eras of human history to target resistance fighters and their ancestors, in an effort to wipe out humanity before the resistance can even begin.
Who is writing and drawing the new Terminator comic series? The new Terminator comic series is written by Declan Shalvey and drawn by Luke Sparrow, with covers by Shalvey and variants by Edwin Galmon, Joshua "Sway" Swaby, and David Cousens. There is also an "Icon Cover" by comics legend Alex Ross.
What tone is Declan Shalvey aiming for with this new series? Shalvey is aiming for a stripped-down, pulpy approach that leans into the franchise's original tone and unstoppable force, with a focus on the Terminator as an unstoppable force coming to kill you.
When is the new Terminator comic series set to be released? The new Terminator comic series is set to be released in October 2024, which marks the 40th anniversary of the release of the original Terminator film.
What other Terminator projects are in the works to celebrate the franchise's 40th anniversary? In addition to this new comic series, Dynamite recently completed a six-figure BackerKit campaign to reprint classic Terminator comics from the late 1980s, and there may be other projects in the works to celebrate the franchise's milestone.
