Red Sonja Conquers Mars Millennia Before John Carter in Altered States: Warlords #2

Talk about an unexpected arrival! John Carter, the legendary warrior of Barsoom, lands on Mars in Altered States: Warlords #2 only to discover someone else already claimed the planet — millennia ago. And that someone is none other than Red Sonja. She didn't just visit; she fundamentally reshaped Barsoom's civilization long before Carter even dreamt of space travel.

Dynamite Entertainment's "Altered States" line is their answer to DC's Elseworlds or Marvel's What If? scenarios. It's a playground for wild reimaginings, and this twist is certainly a standout. Carter, arriving naked and bewildered, finds a world vastly different from the one he knew. He must unravel the mystery of Sonja's ancient influence to save Barsoom from the nefarious Holy Therns and their death cult.

Writer David Avallone, known for Elvira and Savage Tales, helms this intriguing narrative. He's joined by artist Mariano Benitez-Chapo, whose work on Vampirella and Elvira makes him a fitting choice for this epic crossover. The comic features a host of stunning covers, including contributions from Joseph Michael Linsner, Mike Rooth, and Chapo himself, plus a cosplay cover by Jackie Goehner. This series promises a fresh, bold take on classic pulp heroes.