Bloodshot

Few characters captured the raw, kinetic energy of early-1990s comics quite like Bloodshot, who burst onto the scene in 1993 with his own self-titled debut from Valiant — a publisher that was rewriting the rules of what superhero storytelling could be. Over a remarkable 27-year publishing history spanning Valiant and Acclaim, this figure became one of the imprint's most recognizable icons, racking up key-issue appearances that serious collectors still hunt down today. His adventures have placed him alongside a compelling roster of characters including Shaft, Die Hard, and Calvin Raines, with crossover appearances in titles like Brigade and the landmark Deathmate event cementing his place at the heart of 1990s comics culture. With three collector-significant key issues to his name and a legacy that stretches across nearly three decades, Bloodshot is essential reading for anyone who wants to understand what made Valiant one of the most exciting publishers of the Modern Age.