Boom! Studios has announced that the next chapter of its Dune comic books titles will arrive this July with Dune: Blood of the Sardaukar, a standalone tale expanding the mythology of Frank Herbert’s classic novel from New York Times bestselling authors Brian Herbert and Kevin J. Anderson (Dune: House Atreides), and illustrated by artist Adam Gorham (The New Mutants: Dead Souls, Punk Mambo).
When the choice is vengeance or honor, which lies at the heart of a Sardaukar? Jopati Kolona is one of the Sardaukar: the emperor’s elite military unit. The Sardaukar are unbeatable, unbending in their devotion to the emperor, and feared throughout the galaxy. When Jopati meets Duke Leto of House Atreides, the house he believes responsible for destroying his home planet and family, he will be forced to question a life-long hatred. Tasked with overthrowing the Atreides stronghold on Dune for his master, Jopati will be forced to choose between duty and forgiveness.
“When we wrote this story, a standalone tale set during the events of the original Dune, we were excited for this first opportunity ever to delve into the history and traditions of this mysterious force of warriors, showing it through the eyes of one particular Sardaukar,” said Brian Herbert.
“We very much enjoyed being able to flesh out the background of the Sardaukar, and this character became a prominent force in our new Caladan trilogy,” said Kevin J. Anderson. “The comic adaptation shows Dune fans places they have never seen in Frank Herbert’s universe.”
“It’s an honor to work with Brian and Kevin to expand the Dune mythos into the comic book medium with this story that dives deeper into one of the most mysterious and brutal forces in the Dune universe—the Sardaukar,” said Jonathan Manning, Editor, BOOM! Studios. “Fans can expect a gripping and exciting new look at the elite fighting force that are renowned throughout the known universe for their prowess and ruthlessness, as well as an emotionally charged tale about honor and responsibility.”
Along with the main cover above from Jeff Dekal, Dune: Blood of the Sardaukar #1 will also be available with the following variant covers from Adam Gorham, Max Fiumara and Gerald Parel:
Dune: Blood of the Sardaukar #1 will go on sale in July 2021.
