X-O Manowar FAN Edition

In 1997, Valiant—by then operating under the Acclaim banner—released this single-issue special, a fan-focused celebration of the armored warrior Aric of Dacia and his sentient X-O Manowar armor. Written by Brian Augustyn with art by Mike McKone, the issue offers a standalone, accessible entry point into the character's mythos, blending action and character moments for both longtime readers and newcomers. Though brief, it stands as a distinctive artifact of the Acclaim era, showcasing the creative team's take on a flagship Valiant hero.