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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X-O Manowar #4
Valiant
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1992
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Vol. 1
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
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
Shadowman #1
Valiant
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1992
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Vol. 1
1st full appearance and origin of Shadowman
Shadowman #0
Valiant
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1994
•
Vol. 1
Origin of Shadowman
Chromium cover
Shadowman #43
Valiant
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1995
•
Vol. 1
Death of Shadowman
Shadowman #2
Acclaim Valiant
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1997
•
Vol. 2
Zero becomes Shadowman
Published by Acclaim/Valiant.
Shadowman #4
Acclaim Valiant
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1997
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Vol. 2
Origin of Jack Boniface, original Shadowman
Published by Acclaim/Valiant.
Origin of Jack Boniface, original Shadowman
Published by Acclaim/Valiant.
First cover art by Clayton Crain
Glow-in-the-dark cover
Shadowman Special Edition #1
Acclaim Valiant
•
1998
•
Vol. 1
Promotional giveaway with cover art similar to the 1998 video game
Reprint of Shadow Man #1 (1997)
Promotional giveaway with cover art similar to the 1998 video game
Reprint of Shadow Man #1 (1997)
Turok / Shadowman #1
Acclaim Valiant
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1999
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Vol. 1
Copies ordered by retailers: 5,168
Shadowman #6
Acclaim Valiant
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1999
•
Vol. 3
Final issue
Copies ordered by retailers: 5,647
Preview issue distributed to retailers
Shadowman #1
Valiant
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2012
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Vol. 4
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
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
Variant gold logo and title text
Variant cover art by Rafael Grampa
Variant cover art by Dave Johnson
Variant cover art by Ben Templesmith
Variant cover art by Shane Davis
Ninjak #10
Valiant
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2015
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Vol. 3
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
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
Bloodshot Reborn #10
Valiant
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2016
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Vol. 1
1st team appearance of the Shadowman Cult
Shadowman #1
Valiant
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2018
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Vol. 5
Premiere issue of the fifth Shadowman series
Variant glow-in-the-dark cover art by Tonci Zonjic
Printed on a sheet of brushed aluminum
Variant glow-in-the-dark cover art by Tonci Zonjic
Printed on a sheet of brushed aluminum
Variant cover art by Jeff Dekal
Black glass variant, comic book is printed on tempered glass
Variant cover art by Jeff Dekal
Black glass variant, comic book is printed on tempered glass
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