Chad Burdette
Mad Cave Studios and Tatsunoko Production are set to travel down previously unexplored paths as they present Gatchaman: Leader X One-Shot this December, giving the titular villain Leader X his own story for the first time ever that will pit the alien AI mastermind against his greatest henchman, Berg Katse.
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Written by Steve Orlando (Land of Never, Exorcists Never Die), illustrated by Giona Zefiro (Gatchaman, TMNT: Shredder), with colors by Carlos Lopez (Gatchaman, Marvels Rivals), and lettering by Buddy Beaudoin (Racer X, Gatchaman)
Cover A is illustrated by Vincenzo Riccardi (Harley Quinn, Star Wars: High Republic) and cover B illustrated by Dario Brizuela (Green Lantern, TMNT: New Animated Adventures).
Gatchaman: Leader X One-Shot is an explosive ride from start to finish as the reader gets a behind-the-scenes look at Leader X and Berg Katse, a situation that may have more dire consequences for the world than ever before.
Vincenzo Riccardi Cover A:
Dario Brizuela Cover B:
Sarah Brunstad, Mad Cave Studios editor, said about the project:
“Leader X is an inside look at the egomania it takes to maintain control over a vast villainous organization. Fans of the Galactor miniseries will really enjoy returning to Berg Katse’s point of view, but it’s an easy standalone for brand-new fans too, and provides some rare insights into the animosity that underpins Leader X and Katse’s toxic relationship. Steve Orlando and Giona Zefiro make a great team!”
Gatchaman: Leader X One-Shot
Secrets rise in the Arctic wasteland! When tectonic activity unearths an ancient alien ship under the arctic ice, Leader X sends Berg Katse to steal the craft’s secrets before the International Science Organization can get their do-gooding hands on it.
But when Leader X refuses to explain why the vessel is so important, Berg Katse suspects more than technological prowess is at stake.
Is this his chance to break free from submission to his cruel master?
To rule Galactor with his own maniacal fist?
- Writer: Steve Orlando
- Artist: Giona Zefiro
- Colorist: Carlos Lopez
- Letterer: Buddy Beaudoin
- Cover Artists: Vincenzo Riccardi (Cover A) Dario Brizuela (Cover B)
Gatchaman: Leader X One-Shot perfect for the true fans of this classic anime, hitting shelves December 23, 2026 (FOC November 30) and is now available for preorder from your LCS or directly from Mad Cave.
