Battron: Before the Chariots

Battron: Before the Chariots is a 2023 one-shot from Caliber Press that serves as a prequel to the Battron saga, exploring the origins of its armored hero. Written and illustrated by Mark Maddox, this single issue lays the groundwork for the character's mythology in a compact, self-contained story. It matters as a focused entry point into a creator-driven universe, showcasing Maddox's distinctive style in both narrative and art.