Shadowman
Creation & Design
Shadowman was created in the early 1990s as part of Valiant Comics' expansion into supernatural themes, drawing inspiration from voodoo mythology and horror elements.Early Years
Jack Boniface, a musician, becomes the Shadowman after inheriting the mantle from his ancestor, who was a protector against dark forces. He battles various supernatural threats in New Orleans.Character Development
Over the years, Shadowman has evolved from a simple horror hero into a complex character grappling with his heritage, the weight of his powers, and the moral implications of his actions.Cultural Reception
Shadowman has been well-received for its unique blend of horror and superhero elements, appealing to fans of both genres.Character Details
Real Name:
Jack Boniface
Aliases:
Shadowman, The Shadowman
Species:
Human
Gender:
Male
Affiliations:
The Shadowman, The Valiant Universe
Abilities:
Voodoo magic, Superhuman strength, Enhanced agility
Equipment:
Shadow Loa, Voodoo artifacts
Weight:
180lbs
Height:
6' 0"
Eye Color:
brown
Hair Color:
black
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1st cameo appearance of Jack Boniface, later becomes Shadowman
Jack Boniface is unnamed in this issue and is seen in one panel playing the sax
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1st cameo appearance of Jack Boniface, later becomes Shadowman
Jack Boniface is unnamed in this issue and is seen in one panel playing the sax
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1st full appearance and origin of Shadowman
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Origin of Shadowman
Chromium cover
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Death of Shadowman
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Zero becomes Shadowman
Published by Acclaim/Valiant.
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Zero becomes Shadowman
Published by Acclaim/Valiant.
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Origin of Jack Boniface, original Shadowman
Published by Acclaim/Valiant.
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Origin of Jack Boniface, original Shadowman
Published by Acclaim/Valiant.
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First cover art by Clayton Crain
Glow-in-the-dark cover
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First cover art by Clayton Crain
Glow-in-the-dark cover
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Promotional giveaway with cover art similar to the 1998 video game
Reprint of Shadow Man #1 (1997)
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Promotional giveaway with cover art similar to the 1998 video game
Reprint of Shadow Man #1 (1997)
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Copies ordered by retailers: 5,168
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Final issue
Copies ordered by retailers: 5,647
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Preview issue distributed to retailers
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Reintroduction of Shadowman, Jack Bonafice in the VEI Universe
Reintroduction of Master Darque
1st appearance of the first Shadowman Josiah Bonafice, Jack's father
1st appearance of Dox, ally to Shadowman
1st appearance of Mr.Twist, a demon who hunts Shadowman in the Deadside
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Reintroduction of Shadowman, Jack Bonafice in the VEI Universe
Reintroduction of Master Darque
1st appearance of the first Shadowman Josiah Bonafice, Jack's father
1st appearance of Dox, ally to Shadowman
1st appearance of Mr.Twist, a demon who hunts Shadowman in the Deadside
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Variant gold logo and title text
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Variant cover art by Rafael Grampa
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Variant cover art by Dave Johnson
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Variant cover art by Ben Templesmith
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Variant cover art by Shane Davis
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1st appearance of Shadowman as Magpie, servant of Master Darque
1st appearance of Ember, a creature that smashes open doorways to the Deadside with the Obsidian Hammer
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1st appearance of Shadowman as Magpie, servant of Master Darque
1st appearance of Ember, a creature that smashes open doorways to the Deadside with the Obsidian Hammer
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1st team appearance of the Shadowman Cult
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Premiere issue of the fifth Shadowman series
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Variant glow-in-the-dark cover art by Tonci Zonjic
Printed on a sheet of brushed aluminum
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Variant glow-in-the-dark cover art by Tonci Zonjic
Printed on a sheet of brushed aluminum
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Variant cover art by Jeff Dekal
Black glass variant, comic book is printed on tempered glass
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Variant cover art by Jeff Dekal
Black glass variant, comic book is printed on tempered glass
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