Codename: Action

In 2013, Dynamite Entertainment launched Codename: Action, a five-issue miniseries that revived the pulp hero tradition under the steady hands of writer Chris Roberson and artist Jonathan Lau. The story follows a team of covert operatives—including Operator 5, Black Venus, and a new generation of heroes like Operative 1001—as they navigate a shadow war against a mysterious threat. By weaving together classic characters like Jimmy Christopher and Mary Roche with the legacy of Britt Reid Jr., this series offers a modern, action-packed homage to the serialized adventures of yesteryear. It’s a crisp, self-contained entry for fans of vintage pulp and contemporary espionage alike.