Horseman Fan Reception
Community Thoughts on The Horseman Announcement
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The highly anticipated release of Chuck Dixon and Joe Bennett’s story, The Horseman: Welcome to Florespark, has created a wave of excitement across the community. Fans have been sharing their reactions, and today, we’re diving into what they have to say about the latest developments.
Positive Reception for the Animated Trailer
The animated trailer for The Horseman is the most elaborate Rippaverse trailer to date, and the community response has been overwhelmingly positive. Fans are excited to see their favorite characters come to life in new ways.
- One Facebook user commented: “I didn’t realize he uses guns too. This is like a fusion of Azrael meets The Punisher. I like it!”
- Another video creator shared their enthusiasm, stating, “Imagine this in a full 10-minute structure. That’d be amazing!”
This level of engagement highlights the community’s desire for more multimedia content from the Rippaverse. Given the buzz, it’s no surprise that there’s already speculation about expanding the trailer into something more.
Animated Series or More Comics?
After the animated segment, Dean Cain, the voice of Hector Lee Caballero (The Horseman’s alter ego), expressed interest in turning the trailer into a full series. He’s known for his roles in Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman and Dean Cain: All-American Lawman. With Rippaverse memberships possibly fueling this expansion, opinions are mixed on the direction:
- One Discord user stated, “I’d rather have them focus on existing comics and continuing the story.”
- Another fan took the opposite view: “I’ve always preferred animated to comics, [not gonna lie]. So, I’m quite happy they’re expanding.”
This divide shows how passionate the fanbase is, with some wanting to keep the focus on core comic storytelling and others hoping to see Rippaverse explore new formats.
Merchandising: Beyond the Book
The launch of The Horseman comes with a fresh batch of merchandise, and it’s already catching the attention of collectors. Fans have praised the new designs, with some picking up more items than expected.
- A Twitter user wrote, “Love me some street-level characters. Only planned on getting the book, but the hat and black t-shirt looked dope, so I snagged those too.”
- In a poll on Discord, fans debated their favorite cover art, and the results were surprising:
- Covers A, B, and C tied for first place.
- Cover D came in second.
- Joe Bennett’s mass print cover, initially overlooked, has been gaining recognition on social media.
If you’re torn on which cover to get, don’t worry—there’s an option to purchase them all.
Pre-Launch Success
With just over a week left until launch, The Horseman has already made waves financially. At the time of writing, the book has generated over $700K in sales, with over 12,000 books ordered. This is an impressive feat and speaks to the anticipation built up since its announcement at MEGACON 2024.
Why the Buzz?
The collaboration between industry legends Chuck Dixon and Joe Bennett is a major factor driving this excitement. Dixon, known for his extensive work on Batman: Knightfall, Robin: Year One, and Birds of Prey, is teaming up with Bennett, celebrated for his art on The Immortal Hulk and Teen Titans. With both creators’ pedigrees, fans are eager to see what this powerhouse duo brings to the table.
Final Thoughts
The Rippaverse community’s enthusiasm for The Horseman extends beyond the book itself—it’s a reflection of their investment in the entire Rippaverse experience. Whether it’s through comics, animation, or exclusive merchandise, fans are ready to support and see this universe expand in new and exciting ways.
If you’re curious to see what all the hype is about, check out the trailer on the Rippaverse YouTube channel and snag your copy before launch day!
