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Rob Levin
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A NEW ERA HAS BEGUN AT VALIANT ENTERTAINMENT
The future of the award-winning publisher's slate of comics
will fully embrace the potential that its shared universe of compelling
characters has to offer, and Rob Levin has joined the team as Executive Editor
to help move this vision forward.
While 2021's hit titles SHADOWMAN, NINJAK, and the upcoming
series THE HARBINGER (on sale 10/27) will publish new arcs in 2022, the
upcoming year will also see a concentrated focus on reminding comic fans about
what sets the Valiant Universe apart from other shared universes.
"There's
so much to explore within the Valiant Universe, from the wealth of characters
to the many genres it spans, and my goal is to emphasize the 'shared' in shared
universe," stated Rob. "Whether you're reading one title or
everything we release, we're going to make sure each book stands on its own and
has a voice and a point of view, and it's also going to play a part in the
larger tapestry that is the Valiant Universe."
Valiant's comics in 2022 will see epic new stories from
fan-favorite and critically-acclaimed creators, all working together to move
the universe forward with stories that make an impact and have lasting
repercussions. Next year will see the release of a thrilling event that brings
Valiant's iconic characters together and will pave the way for new launches and
the creation of a whole new team.
"While I can't reveal any specifics just
yet, readers will start seeing more of those connections over the coming
months, all building to a crescendo in a book that will pay dividends for
longtime fans and also deliver an amazing entry point into the Valiant
Universe. The excitement internally feels a lot like the original Summer of
Valiant did back in 2012 as a reader, and I truly cannot wait to get our
upcoming stories into the hands of readers."
With David Wohl heading on a new path, he knew Rob was the
perfect person to continue crafting a cohesive vision for Valiant's future.
"I’ve known Rob for well over a decade, and during that time I’ve had the
great fortune to be able to work with him on many diverse projects. That’s why,
when my personal situation changed and I needed to move on, I immediately
reached out to Rob to see if he’d consider joining the team," remarked
David.
"I’ve always found Rob to be an extremely thoughtful, creative and
dynamic individual— and that’s why he’s perfectly suited to be part of
Valiant’s great team. For Rob and Valiant, the next year (and beyond) is full
of so much promise and potential as they build something fresh, exciting, and
accessible for the Valiant Universe, that I, for one, look forward to seeing,
and enjoying, everything they come up with. It’s going to be a fun and exciting
ride!"
"David has been a colleague and a friend since the
earliest days of my career, and when he reached out to me about potentially
joining Valiant, I saw it as both a fantastic opportunity and fortuitous
timing," said Rob. "Publishing comics in 2020 was extremely difficult
for numerous reasons, and Valiant took that opportunity to really evaluate the
line and the overall creative direction at the start of the year. We have a
fantastic team in place and a shared goal: deliver stories that will engage and
enthrall everyone from our diehard fans to first-time readers."
Senior Editor Lysa Hawkins cannot wait for fans to see
exactly what the Valiant Universe has in store for them next year. "There
is so much to look forward to for the Valiant Universe in 2022! World altering
events that shoot off into new stories, endless possibilities, and the return
of many beloved and missed faces. 2022 is the year that Valiant will be forever
changed."
Wow! Thanks for sharing the exciting news with us, Valiant. And welcome to the team, Rob. We wish you all the best as you embrace your new role as Executive Editor at Valiant Entertainment.
