On Wednesday, October 22nd, Dark Horse Comics is releasing CRITICAL ROLE: Vox Machina Origins I #5 (of 6)! The original Vox Machina digital series, in print for the first time, just in time for the 10th Anniversary of Critical Role!
Take a look at the preview, then pick up your copy on New Comic Book Day at your LCS or online retailers!
Here’s a look at the cover, storyline, and preview pages for this week’s
new release from Dark Horse Comics on New Comic Book Day…
CRITICAL ROLE: Vox Machina Origins I #5 (of 6)
Story by Matthew Mercer
Script by Matthew Colville
Art by Olivia Samson
Colors by Chris Northrop
Color Assists by Travis Ames
Letters by Chris Northrop
Cover Art by Duncan Fegredo
Genre: Media Tie-In, Fantasy
Format: Full-Color, 32 pages; Miniseries
Age range: 16+
SRP: $4.99
Release Date: October 22, 2025
Vax—alone on the Myriad’s floating fortress galleon, The Mockingbird—fights his way to freedom with nary a weapon or ally around save his wits and agility to escape his captors. Meanwhile, Vex and Keyleth trek through the swamp and discover they are a surprisingly good team. With Trinket in tow, will they be able to save Vax in time?