Man of Action regains control of Ben 10 with a new vision of the Omnitrix
Back to comics
The first number will be written by Casey —known for his work in Superman or Space ghost– and will feature the art of Robert Careytitle artist like Outsiders Yes James Bond. The premise: a Ben Tennyson more realistic, more emotional and focused pure actionwithout losing the adventurous spirit that characterized fans of the original animated series.
Own Casey described the project as a true evolution of the franchise:
“This is basically a superhero comic on the level of any major series. I call it the Ben 10 definitive. It’s the best version we’ve ever made.”
According to Dynamite, the new comic not only will revisit the origin about Ben and his discovery of the Omnitrix, but rather will recontextualize within a larger and more coherent world. The story will explore how this discovery actually affects the young protagonist’s environment, showing the social, familial and scientific repercussions which implies having in our hands an alien technology capable of altering the destiny of the planet.
The essence of Man of Action
For the creators of Man of actionthis return is almost an emotional journey. The studio, also responsible for Great hero 6was born from their passion for telling heroic stories from comics, and now it comes full circle by returning to the original format. Each member of the team, Casey, Kelly, Rouleau and Seagle, will participate in different phases of the series, ensuring the creative continuity that will combine action, humor and dramain the classic style of superhero comics.
Dynamite previously partnered with Warner Bros. Discovery to bring back animated characters like Johnny Quest or Space ghostbut the return of Ben 10 supposes the most ambitious project of this alliance. The publisher aims to revitalize classic licenses with a modern twist, and who better to do so than its own creators.
An Omnitrix more powerful than ever
Fans can expect a new vision of the Omnitrixthe mysterious alien device that allows Ben to transform into different creatures. This time the comic promises delve into its origins and its moral impact: What would a child do when he discovered he could change shape and power in an almost unlimited way? The tone will combine the best of shonen Japanese with Western comics narrative, betting on a mix of epic and emotion.
Plus, iconic characters like Gwen, Grandfather Massimo and the bad Vilgax they will have renewed interpretations, respecting their roots but with a contemporary look. It is also expected that some classic Omnitrix aliens will be visually redesigned, adapting their appearance to Robert Carey’s dynamic style.
The challenge of updating a myth
Reviving such a beloved franchise is no easy task. However, Man of action He seems to have a clear goal: attract veteran readers without losing new ones. “We want the ones we grew up with Ben 10 they feel like this is their hero, but also that young people are discovering him for the first time,” Casey explained.
The comic aims to be a bridge between generations, using the medium of comics to explore more mature themes: Identity, responsibility and family legacyfundamental pillars of the character since his inception.
The return of the green hero
With twenty years of history behind us, the character remains one of the most beloved properties in the Warner universe. The new Dynamite series could mark the beginning of a second golden age for the character, combining nostalgia and reinvention in exact doses.
Fans will get to see the boy who could turn into an alien again, but this time, in a much bigger world, more intense and more human.
