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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

Non-Key Issues

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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

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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

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1st full appearance and origin of Shadowman

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1st full appearance and origin of Shadowman

Shadowman #0

Valiant ⋅ 1994

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Origin of Shadowman

Chromium cover

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Origin of Shadowman

Chromium cover

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Death of Shadowman

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Death of Shadowman

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Zero becomes Shadowman

Published by Acclaim/Valiant.

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Zero becomes Shadowman

Published by Acclaim/Valiant.

Shadowman #4

Acclaim Valiant ⋅ 1997

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Origin of Jack Boniface, original Shadowman

Published by Acclaim/Valiant.

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Origin of Jack Boniface, original Shadowman

Published by Acclaim/Valiant.

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First cover art by Clayton Crain

Glow-in-the-dark cover

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First cover art by Clayton Crain

Glow-in-the-dark cover

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Promotional giveaway with cover art similar to the 1998 video game

Reprint of Shadow Man #1 (1997)

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Promotional giveaway with cover art similar to the 1998 video game

Reprint of Shadow Man #1 (1997)

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Copies ordered by retailers: 5,168

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Copies ordered by retailers: 5,168

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Final issue

Copies ordered by retailers: 5,647

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Final issue

Copies ordered by retailers: 5,647

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Preview issue distributed to retailers

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Preview issue distributed to retailers

Shadowman #1

Valiant ⋅ 2012

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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

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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

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Variant gold logo and title text

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Variant gold logo and title text

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Variant cover art by Rafael Grampa

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Variant cover art by Rafael Grampa

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Variant cover art by Dave Johnson

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Variant cover art by Dave Johnson

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Variant cover art by Ben Templesmith

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Variant cover art by Ben Templesmith

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Variant cover art by Shane Davis

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Variant cover art by Shane Davis

Ninjak #10

Valiant ⋅ 2015

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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

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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 ⋅ 2016

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1st team appearance of the Shadowman Cult

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1st team appearance of the Shadowman Cult

Shadowman #1

Valiant ⋅ 2018

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Premiere issue of the fifth Shadowman series

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Premiere issue of the fifth Shadowman series

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Variant glow-in-the-dark cover art by Tonci Zonjic

Printed on a sheet of brushed aluminum

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Variant glow-in-the-dark cover art by Tonci Zonjic

Printed on a sheet of brushed aluminum

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Variant cover art by Jeff Dekal

Black glass variant, comic book is printed on tempered glass

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Variant cover art by Jeff Dekal

Black glass variant, comic book is printed on tempered glass

	Publisher	Low	Mid	High
X-O Manowar #4	Valiant	$3	$9	$35
Shadowman #1	Valiant	$3	$9	$20
Shadowman #0	Valiant	$1	$2	$4
Shadowman #43	Valiant	$1	$3	$12
Shadowman #2	Acclaim Valiant	$1	$2	$3
Shadowman #4	Acclaim Valiant	$1	$2	$3
Shadowman #16	Acclaim Valiant	$5	$18	$75
Shadowman Special Edition #1	Acclaim Valiant	$5	$15	$50
Turok / Shadowman #1	Acclaim Valiant	$1	$5	$15
Shadowman #6	Acclaim Valiant	$4	$12	$45
Shadowman	Valiant	$4	$12	$40
Shadowman #1	Valiant	$1	$2	$3
Shadowman #1	Valiant	$4	$12	$40
Shadowman #5	Valiant	$5	$18	$65
Shadowman #4	Valiant	$4	$12	$45
Shadowman #13	Valiant	$4	$12	$45
Shadowman #13	Valiant	$25	$90	$250
Ninjak #10	Valiant	$1	$2	$3
Bloodshot Reborn #10	Valiant	$1	$2	$3
Shadowman #1	Valiant	$0	$0	$0
Shadowman #1	Valiant	$5	$18	$65
Shadowman #1	Valiant	$15	$50	$150

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Creation & Design

Early Years

Character Development

Cultural Reception

Character Details

X-O Manowar #4

Valiant ⋅ 1992

X-O Manowar #4

Valiant ⋅ 1992

Key Facts

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

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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 ⋅ 1992

Shadowman #1

Valiant ⋅ 1992

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1st full appearance and origin of Shadowman

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1st full appearance and origin of Shadowman

Shadowman #0

Valiant ⋅ 1994

Shadowman #0

Valiant ⋅ 1994

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Origin of Shadowman

Chromium cover

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Origin of Shadowman

Chromium cover

Shadowman #43

Valiant ⋅ 1995

Shadowman #43

Valiant ⋅ 1995

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Death of Shadowman

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Death of Shadowman

Shadowman #2

Acclaim Valiant ⋅ 1997

Shadowman #2

Acclaim Valiant ⋅ 1997

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Zero becomes Shadowman

Published by Acclaim/Valiant.

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Zero becomes Shadowman

Published by Acclaim/Valiant.

Shadowman #4

Acclaim Valiant ⋅ 1997

Shadowman #4

Acclaim Valiant ⋅ 1997

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Origin of Jack Boniface, original Shadowman

Published by Acclaim/Valiant.

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Origin of Jack Boniface, original Shadowman

Published by Acclaim/Valiant.

Shadowman #16

Glow ⋅ Acclaim Valiant ⋅ 1998

Shadowman #16

Glow ⋅ Acclaim Valiant ⋅ 1998

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First cover art by Clayton Crain

Glow-in-the-dark cover

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First cover art by Clayton Crain

Glow-in-the-dark cover

Shadowman Special Edition #1

Acclaim Valiant ⋅ 1998

Shadowman Special Edition #1

Acclaim Valiant ⋅ 1998

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Promotional giveaway with cover art similar to the 1998 video game

Reprint of Shadow Man #1 (1997)

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