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Creation & Design

Bloodshot was created by writer Kevin VanHook and artist Don Perlin, debuting in the early 1990s as part of Valiant Comics' superhero lineup. The character was designed to embody the themes of revenge and redemption.

Early Years

Initially, Bloodshot was a soldier who was killed in action and resurrected by a corporation using nanotechnology. This gave him superhuman abilities and a mission to uncover the truth about his past.

Character Development

Over the years, Bloodshot has evolved from a mindless weapon into a complex character grappling with his humanity, morality, and the consequences of his actions. His journey reflects themes of redemption and the search for identity.

Cultural Reception

Bloodshot has been well-received by fans and critics alike, praised for its gritty storytelling and character depth. The character has gained a loyal following and has been featured in various media adaptations.

Character Details

Real Name:
Ray Garrison
Aliases:
Bloodshot, The Bloodshot, Ray
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
Unity, The Valiant, Bloodshot Squad
Abilities:
Regeneration, Superhuman strength, Enhanced reflexes, Technopathy
Equipment:
Nanite technology, Weapons
Weight:
210lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
blue
Hair Color:
black

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Eternal Warrior #4

Valiant • 1992 • Vol. 1
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1st cameo appearance of Bloodshot

1st appearance of the Immortal Enemy, the monstrous nemesis of the Eternal Warrior and the Geomancers

Rai #0

Valiant • 1992 • Vol. 1
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1st full appearance and origin of Bloodshot

1st appearance and origin of the second Rai

Critical issue that connected stories within the Valiant Universe

Eternal Warrior #5

Valiant • 1992 • Vol. 1
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2nd appearance and 1st cover of Bloodshot

Bloodshot #1

Valiant • 1993 • Vol. 1
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First solo series featuring Bloodshot

First chrome-enhanced comic book cover

Bloodshot #0

Valiant • 1994 • Vol. 1
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Origin of Bloodshot

Chromium-enhanced cover

Bloodshot #50

Valiant • 1996 • Vol. 1
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Scarce

Bloodshot #1

Valiant • 2012 • Vol. 3
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1st appearance of Bloodshot in the new Valiant Entertainment Inc. Universe [VEI]

1st appearance of Simon Oreck, former director of Project Rising Spirits, the government program that infused Bloodshot's body with nanites

Harbinger Wars #1

Valiant • 2013 • Vol. 1
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First Valiant Entertainment Inc (VEI) crossover event

1st appearance of Generation Zero members: Animalia, Astral, Atomus, Cronus, Eliphas, Hive, Howl, James Zygos, Little Castle, Shadow, Telic, Traveler

Bloodshot Reborn #1

Valiant • 2015 • Vol. 1
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1st appearance of Bloodsquirt, an imaginary, cartoonish version of Bloodshot

Bloodshot Reborn #4

Valiant • 2015 • Vol. 1
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1st appearance of Magic, the mother of Bloodshot's daughter

Bloodshot Reborn #6

Valiant • 2015 • Vol. 1
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Cover art inspired by the film 'Terminator'

Bloodshot #25

Valiant • 2015 • Vol. 3
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Variant cover art by Don Perlin featuring "throwback" art

Free Comic Book Day 2017: X-O Manowar #1

Valiant • 2017 • Vol. 1
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1st appearance of Jessie, daughter of Magic and Bloodshot, Ray Garrison

Bloodshot: Salvation #1

Valiant • 2017 • Vol. 1
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Variant Gold logo and title text

Bloodshot: Salvation #1

Valiant • 2017 • Vol. 1
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Variant "brushed metal" cover art by Mico Suayan

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Bloodshot: Rising Spirit #1

Valiant • 2018 • Vol. 1
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Variant cover art by Ken Lashley

First tempered glass comic book cover

Bloodshot #1

Valiant • 2019 • Vol. 4
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1st appearance of Eidolon

Bloodshot #1

Valiant • 2019 • Vol. 4
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Variant cover art by Jonboy Meyers

Carbon fiber cover

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