ALTERS
ALTERS #1 Brian Stelfreeze cover A
ALTERS #1 Brian Stelfreeze 1:10 incentive cover B
ALTERS #1 Tony Harris 1:25 incentive cover
Diamond Order Code: JUL161167
On Sale: SEPTEMBER 2016
Writer: Paul Jenkins
Artist: Leila Leiz
Colorists: Tamra Bonvillain & Leonardo Paciarotti
Letterer: Ryane Hill
Regular Cover Artist: Brian Stelfreeze & Leila Leiz
A world where a war between heroes and villains is being fought to a stalemate, with humanity becoming the collateral damage part of the equation…The heroes know they are losing the war. And in the middle of this world-changing conflict, a new threat seems to be emerging: the Alters. They are mutants, possibly – or perhaps they are some kind of ultimate end to our genetic road map. Whatever the case, Alters seem to be emerging all around the country… and they are met with fear, distrust, and prejudice. They manifest new, dangerous powers that emerge without warning.
From a diverse team of creators composed of differing genders, gender identities, ethnic backgrounds and sexual orientations comes a groundbreaking first-ever superhero series with a central transgender protagonist created by a mainstream writer.
As the world struggles to accept the emergence of these Alters, a young woman begins her transition from male to female only to find herself also transitioning into a powerful Alter. Faced with persecution by the multi-powered fascist known only as Matter Man, she will face the world as Chalice–a hero for a new age. But as Chalice navigates the path to becoming her true self, she must juggle the complications of her civilian life and the responsibilities of her newfound power.
This groundbreaking series–years in the making–begins the saga of a young woman who can only really be herself…whenever she is not herself.
Rating: 15+
ALTERS #2 Brian Stelfreeze cover
Diamond Order Code: AUG161102
On Sale: NOVEMBER 2016
Alters #2
ALTERS #3 Brian Stelfreeze cover
Diamond Order Code: OCT161105
On Sale: DECEMBER 2016
Alters #3
Continue the journey with Eisner Award-winning writer PAUL JENKINS (Wolverine: Origin, Sentry, Inhumans) and incredible artists LEILA LEIZ and TAMRA BONVILLAIN!
ALTERS #4 Brian Stelfreeze cover
Diamond Order Code: NOV161078
On Sale: FEBRUARY 2017
Alters #4
As she juggles difficulties in her home and public lives, Charlie Young must now decide whether or not to take on her most important role so far: as a spokesperson for the Gateway Army and Alters everywhere! When in costume as Chalice, she is quickly becoming an icon. However, this makes her a target for the demented super-Alter known as Matter Man. Charlie’s new responsibilities as Chalice may act to unite a nervous populace struggling to come to terms with Alteration…and they are going to put Charlie and her family firmly in the crosshairs!
From the writer of Wolverine: Origin, The Sentry and Hellblazer.
ALTERS #5 Brian Stelfreeze cover
Diamond Order Code: DEC161185
On Sale: MARCH 2017
Alters #5
Trapped and outnumbered, Chalice has a final showdown with the dreaded fascist Matter Man, and his band of domestic terrorists. The entire Eastern seaboard may be at risk, and there seems to be no way to stop this madman. A new secret threatens to tip the scales — Chalice’s plan may be the craziest gambit of all time, but it may just work. And the entire thing rests on the shoulders of a young woman who is only just beginning to come to terms with her brand new powers.
From the writer of WOLVERINE: ORIGIN, SENTRY, and HELLBLAZER.
Diamond Order Code: MAR171244
On Sale: MAY 2017
Alters Vol. 1
This groundbreaking series–years in the making–begins the saga of a young woman who can only really be herself…whenever she is not herself.
Collecting issues 1-5 of the critically-acclaimed series, plus the original short story from AfterShock Genesis one-shot. Written by Eisner winner Paul Jenkins and illustrated by Leila Leiz.
ALTERS #6 Leila Leiz cover
Diamond Order Code: JUN171135
On Sale: AUGUST 2017
Alters #6
However, when she encounters a brand new Alter living in extreme poverty, she is forced to recognize that not everyone wants to be found, giving her a new perspective on the complexity of her own situation.
From the writer of Wolverine: Origin, Sentry, and Hellblazer.
With her nemesis, Matter Man, finally under control, Chalice begins a new chapter of her life as spokeswoman and primary recruiter for the Gateway Army.
However, when she encounters a brand new Alter living in extreme poverty, she is forced to recognize that not everyone wants to be found, giving her a new perspective on the complexity of her own situation.
From the writer of Wolverine: Origin, Sentry, and Hellblazer.
ALTERS #7 Leila Leiz cover
Diamond Order Code: AUG171126
On Sale: OCTOBER 2017
Alters #7
Chapter 2: Reflections
Sensing that time is running out on the safety of the world’s newest Alter, Chalice expands her search. But as she closes in, new complications arise: Chalice finds herself juggling impossible responsibilities to her family, her Alters family, and an impoverished, now-homeless family she barely even knows. As past guilts intensify, she must stand fast against the pressure of her new responsibilities, or be consumed.
“In essence, any superhero comic where the hero has a secret identity, can be seen as a metaphor for identity issues. However, Alters ramps this metaphor up to eleven.”
–Andy Hall of comiccrusaders.com
From the writer of Wolverine: Origin, Sentry and Hellblazer with artwork by 2007 Russ Manning Award finalist Leila Leiz!
ALTERS #8 Leila Leiz cover
Diamond Order Code: OCT171099
On Sale: DECEMBER 2017
Alters #8
Chapter 3: Mother Stands for Comfort
Chalice has successfully convinced the newest Alter to join the Gateway Army but the decision has come at a severe cost: a group of altered anarchists has taken the very thing that our new Alter prizes the most, her oldest child. And as Chalice tries to work through her feelings of guilt and frustration to save the child, inspiration comes from the least likely source possible… at the ultimate price.
“In essence, any superhero comic where the hero has a secret identity, can be seen as a metaphor for identity issues. However, Alters ramps this metaphor up to eleven.”
–Andy Hall of comiccrusaders.com
From the writer of Wolverine: Origin, Sentry and Hellblazer with artwork by AfterShock’s very own Leila Leiz!
ALTERS #9 Leila Leiz cover
Diamond Order Code: NOV171153
On Sale: JANUARY 2018
Alters #9
ALTERS #10 Leila Leiz cover
Diamond Order Code: DEC171039
On Sale: FEBRUARY 2018
Alters #10
ALTERS Volume #2
Diamond Order Code: APR181239
On Sale: JUNE 2018
Alters Vol. 2
