Deathstalker #3A (Vault Comics 2024) Nathan Gooden Regular

Deathstalker #3A is the twisted, must-read chapter that takes sword-and-sorcery to a new low and a new high. After the death of his only friend, Deathstalker has hit rock bottom—and the only way out might be an improbable alliance. He teams up with one of his archenemies to conjure a plan that forces the paladins of Abraxeon to confront a cancerous evil poisoning the realm. The catch? He has to stay sober long enough to pull it off.

From Vault Comics’ 2024 lineup, this Deathstalker installment delivers 40 pages of full-color storytelling that blends brutal action with grim, character-driven stakes. Tim Seeley (writer) threads a story that challenges every assumption about heroism, while Jim Terry’s art brings the world of Abraxeon to vivid life on every page. The regular cover is by Nathan Gooden, with a Kurt Michael Russell variant—giving collectors a pair of striking options for this pivotal issue.

What sets Deathstalker #3A apart—and why it matters to you as a reader and collector—

• pairing Deathstalker with a sworn rival amplifies tension and tests loyalties in ways standard fantasy fare rarely explores.
• the narrative digs into how loss reshapes a hero’s choices, pushing him toward ethically gray decisions with real-world consequences for the realm.
• Jim Terry’s dynamic action sequences paired with Nathan Gooden’s cover visuals create a stunning, immersive reading experience.
• not just spectacle—this issue probes motive, power, and the cost of salvation in a realm under siege.

This issue is ideal for readers who crave mature, intricate fantasy with a sharp edge and a willingness to explore flawed heroes. It’s perfect for collectors tracking 2024 Vault Comics releases, fans of Tim Seeley’s storytelling voice, and anyone drawn to bold covers and standout interior art.

Details at a glance

• Format: 40 pages, full color
• Genre: sword and sorcery, dark fantasy
• Series: Deathstalker, Vault Comics, 2024
• Writer: Tim Seeley
• Art: Jim Terry
• Cover: Regular by Nathan Gooden; Kurt Michael Russell variant
• Audience: Teen+ (Rated T+)
• Price: $4.99

Secure Deathstalker #3A as part of your ongoing saga, and watch how a broken hero stakes everything on a plan that could redefine the realm’s fate. A bold, unforgettable entry in a series that isn’t afraid to bend the rules of fantasy—this is where alliances with enemies become the only way forward.