Blade & Bastard

Blade & Bastard, a 2024 comic from Altraverse, adapts the dark fantasy of the Goblin Slayer universe into a five-issue series. The story follows a resurrected adventurer, a "bastard" who wields the legendary black blade, as he navigates a world where goblins are a relentless threat and his own unnatural existence is a mystery. Associated with the creative team behind the original light novels and manga, this series expands on the grim, tactical tone of the franchise for longtime fans and newcomers alike. It matters as a focused, standalone tale that deepens the lore of a celebrated dark fantasy setting.