‘The Savage Strength of Starstorm’ launching orphan teen hero at Image Comics

‘The Savage Strength of Starstorm’ launches into comic shops on May 31st.

February 16, 2023

Image Comics has announced a new series launching May 31st called The Savage Strength of Starstorm. From creator Drew Craig, the ongoing series features a teen superhero Grant Garrison. How about that name, eh! The first issue will feature a variant cover by Wes Craig.

“It’s a love letter, and homage to all the great stories, characters and creators I loved in my adolescence, and my hope is that in doing so, I’ve created something new, and that Starstorm and his world will excite and captivate readers the way those stories captivated me growing up,” said Drew Craig.

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So what’s The Savage Strength of Starstorm about?

The Savage Strength of Starstorm follows orphaned amnesiac high school student Grant Garrison as he attempts to navigate his present and recall his past when a meteor decimates his school. Amongst the rubble, Grant discovers a strange artifact from another galaxy, the weapon known as the Starstorm, and the power that resides within it will determine not only his and his friends’ future—but the fate of the entire universe.

Check out a preview of the first issue below.

For more on this news, read the official press release below.

PORTLAND, Ore. 02/16/2023 — Image Comics is pleased to announce an all-new, epic adventure in The Savage Strength of Starstorm by up-and-coming creator Drew Craig. This forthcoming ongoing series is set to launch in May from Image Comics.

This exciting comic will also feature a variant cover by Deadly Class artist Wes Craig.

The Savage Strength of Starstorm follows orphaned amnesiac high school student Grant Garrison as he attempts to navigate his present and recall his past when a meteor decimates his school. Amongst the rubble, Grant discovers a strange artifact from another galaxy, the weapon known as the Starstorm, and the power that resides within it will determine not only his and his friends’ future—but the fate of the entire universe.

“It’s a love letter, and homage to all the great stories, characters and creators I loved in my adolescence, and my hope is that in doing so, I’ve created something new, and that Starstorm and his world will excite and captivate readers the way those stories captivated me growing up,” said Drew Craig.

The Savage Strength of Starstorm #1 will be available at comic book shops on Wednesday, May 31:

Cover A by Drew Craig – Diamond Code MAR230027

Cover B Wes Craig – Diamond Code MAR230028

The Savage Strength of Starstorm will also be available across many digital platforms, including Amazon Kindle, Apple Books, and Google Play.