In 2001, Gold Key superheroes including Solar, Magnus, and Turok that belonged to Western Publishing were bought by Classic Media. Valiant published the comic book stories around these characters since the 90s.
Classic Media was bought by DreamWorks Classics in 2012. Dreamworks Studios is responsible for legendary animated films like Shrek and The Boss Baby. Mixing animation or live-action innovators with classic Valiant superheroes could unlock a new cinematic universe to rival Marvel Films and the DCEU. There are numerous awe-inspiring heroes from Valiant comics that deserve their chance to shine on the big screen.
11 We Could See X-O Man Of War Rage Against The Vine
Aric had a decent standing in the Visigoths as the nephew of King Alaric. But being a goth, Visigoth or otherwise, means dealing with the Romans and defeat. After losing in battle, Aric returns one night to discover that his wife and daughter have been kidnapped by Romans and his father mortally wounded.
Aric’s natural plan for revenge is interrupted by visiting aliens known as The Vine who kidnap Aric and his men. Aric escapes and bonds with the mystical armor Shanhara. X-O Man of War has showcased a stellar campaign of thunderous violence in two separate incarnations. Both are packed with enough story arcs to make an epic movie, a legendary trilogy, and more.
10 Eternal Warrior's Endless Quest To Defend The Earth Would Make For A High-Stakes Epic
Gilad Anni-Padda is one of three eternal brothers born to the Clan Ani-Padda. Glad’s mission is to be the “Fist and Steel” of the Geomancers. The Geomancers are Earth’s protectors and Gilad fights a never-ending battle on their behalf.
The Eternal Warrior is a sage of warfare and strategy. A film about his numerous battles over time could fill a movie script and numerous sequels. His prowess is matched by powerful attributes like the ability to restore a lost body part and heal from any wound. Enhanced strength and weapons expertise could inspire original fight scenes made for the big screen.
9 A Film About Archer And Armstrong Feasting And Fighting With Cultists Hot On Their Trail Would Be Captivating
Aram Ani-Padda is the eternal brother of Gilad Ani-Pada who turned his back on his mission and chose a life of pleasure and excess. Wine, women, food, and poetic verses are the focus of Armstrong and his buddy Obadiah Archer's lives.
Obadiah was sent by a cult to kill Armstrong. Upon arrival, he discovered that his mission was built on a lie. Because there is no greater zealot than a convert, Archer joins Armstrong on a wild and campy cult-crushing escapade. James Gunn and David Ayers would definitely be at home directing this dastardly duo.
8 Ivar Timewalker's Romantic Quest That Rivals The Time Traveler's Wife
Ivar Ani-Padda is the third immortal brother. Born to serve an eternal mission, he has developed the ability to track and use natural time arcs. Like a ball on a roulette wheel, Ivar skips from the past to the future and back again.
Compared to the noble mission of The Eternal Warrior and the of Armstrong Ivar is driven by a lost love. His travels are an attempt to reunite with the only woman he ever loved. This star-crossed love would be the perfect plot for an epic romance.
7 The Mysterious Master Darque Could Be The Main Villain Of The Valiant Movies
The history of Master Darque is shrouded in mystery. Despite tangling with almost every hero in the Valiant Universe little to nothing is confirmed about his identity.
The man or figure behind the mystical visage was born in the 1800s. He and his sister Sandra showed a penchant for dark magic at a young age. They have used necromancy and other forbidden magic to live for decades while amassing untold power. Now, Master Darque could be preparing to challenge the Valiant heroes as the main antagonist on the big screen.
6 Shadowman's Defense Of The Big Easy
Not everyone dreams of magic and might. Jack Boniface was a jazz musician in New Orleans. But in response to the growing threat of Master Darque, Boniface received powers from the Coven to fight back against Darque.
The new powers transform Boniface into Shadowman, a fearless force with superhuman strength. Boniface fights for the residents of New Orleans and sacrifices his life in a final bid to defeat Master Darque. Others like Michael LeRoi take up the mantle of Shadowman and those stories could fill the screen with southern voodoo born and the legendary bayous.
5 Solar's Story Of A Wishing Machine That Turns A Scientist Into His Childhood Hero Could Be Either Heartbreaking Or Inspiring
Since the invention of superheroes, children have dreamed of becoming onethemselves. Barry Allen dreamed of becoming like his childhood idol Jay Garrick, Flash. Then a bath of lightning-charged chemicals turned Allen into The Flash.Phil Seleski is a physicist who grew up idolizing the Gold Key comic hero Dr. Solar.
When Seleski tries to stop a fusion reactor from melting down, he is transformed into a modernized version of his childhood hero. What makes this story perfect for the big screen is the discovery that the reactor was actually a wishing machine that granted Seleski’s heart’s desire.
4 Hollywood Needs To Adapt Turok Hunting Dinosaurs In The Lost Valley
In a tale that echoes with the strains of Land of the Lost, Turok and Andar are two members of the Indigenous Kiowa nation. They discover a sunken valley filled with prehistoric creatures. Amed only with poisoned arrowheads and the makeshift weapons they can create, Andar and Turok must survive dinosaurs and unforgiving terrain.
They soon make friends with the local warriors and later band together to stop the invasion of Mothergod Erica Pierce and her robots from the future. Turok’s dinosaurs, robots, and a nemesis named Mothergod reads like a classic Hollywood plot. The only thing stopping this movie from being made is a director and the right cast.
3 Audiences Would Love To Watch Rai Defends Future Japan From Threats
The future is a world of possibility. The possible future of Japan in 4000 AD is filled with wonder and danger. Rai is the generational protector of Japan in service to Father.
Father is a secretive presence hidden in shadows. It is Father who imparts the gifts of Rai. They include speed, strength, and weapons that derive their power from energy. These take the form of a shuriken, mace, and a katana. In the hands of the industry SFX experts, Rai could command the silver screen.
2 Magnus Robot Fighter Is Humanity's Lead Defense Against Rogue Robots
A future ruled by robots is not for the weak. In 4000 AD, humans are powerless against the might of robots who turn violent and lash out against humans. But, when a man named Magnus is trained from birth to protect humans, the future gets a second chance.
Since his first appearance in 1963, Magnus has served a singular mission. The details changed with emerging technology, but the threat of man’s creations was ever-present. The perceived danger of computers taking over our lives is a perfect canvas to tell the story of Magnus’ fight for humanity’s survival.
1 The Geomancers Speaking For The Earth And Trying To Protect It Would Make For A Timely FIlm
In 3500 BCE, earth chose its first line of protectors. The chosen are known as Geomancers. Each is a voice for the Earth, and a guide in mankind’s relationship with every creature living on or in the Earth. Among their most vaunted powers is psychometry.
It allows Geomancers to have a conversation with objects. Not bound by past or future, Geomancers can discover who has or will possess an object and what was or will be done with it. Audiences have already enjoyed the machinations of time manipulation with Inception and Tenet. Geomancers could be the next natural step in cinema’s evolution. Not to mention the topical nature of the plot and the growing desire to protect our planet.
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