Battle Beast #1 – 2025 – Image Comics – Eighth Printing – Invincible Universe Spin-Off

Description

Enter the brutal world of Battle Beast, one of the most formidable characters from Robert Kirkman’s Invincible universe.

This listing is for Battle Beast #1, Eighth Printing, published by Image Comics in 2025. Featuring striking artwork of the ferocious warrior charging into battle with his enormous weapon, this edition makes a fantastic addition to any Invincible collection.

Important: This is the eighth printing of issue #1, not the original first printing.

Story Synopsis

Before his legendary encounters in Invincible, Battle Beast was already a fearsome warrior driven by an insatiable desire to find an opponent worthy of his strength.

This spin-off series explores the character’s violent adventures across the cosmos, revealing more of his relentless pursuit of combat, glory and the ultimate challenge.

Created by the acclaimed Invincible team, the series delivers intense science-fiction action and expands the mythology surrounding one of the franchise’s most popular supporting characters.

Key Features & Collector Appeal

* Battle Beast #1
* Eighth Printing edition
* Published by Image Comics
* Part of the Invincible Universe
* Written by Robert Kirkman
* Artwork by Ryan Ottley
* Colours by Annalisa Leoni
* Dynamic Battle Beast action cover
* Original US cover price: $3.99
* An accessible entry point into the Battle Beast solo series

Comic Details

Title: Battle Beast
Issue: #1
Year: 2025
Publisher: Image Comics / Skybound
Edition: Eighth Printing
Writer: Robert Kirkman
Artist: Ryan Ottley
Colourist: Annalisa Leoni
Cover Artwork: Ryan Ottley and Annalisa Leoni
Universe: Invincible
Format: Standard single-issue comic book
Original Cover Price: $3.99 US
Language: English

Condition

Bagged comic – attractive front-cover presentation.

The front cover displays strong colours and sharp artwork, with no obvious major tears, missing pieces or heavy creasing visible in the supplied photograph.

Some light edge or corner wear, minor handling marks, and reflections or marks on the protective sleeve may be present.

The back cover, spine details and interior pages have not been independently inspected. No professional numerical grade is assigned.

The photograph shows the actual comic being offered for sale. Please examine it carefully before purchasing.

Why Add This Comic to Your Collection?

Battle Beast has become a fan-favourite character thanks to his imposing design, extraordinary fighting ability and memorable role in Invincible.

This eighth-printing copy is ideal for readers wanting the beginning of his solo series and collectors building a complete selection of Battle Beast #1 printings.

Please note: This comic is an eighth printing of Battle Beast #1. It is not the character’s first appearance in comics and should not be confused with the first-print edition.