Robotech, the 1980s anime show, is expanding into a new comic series, Robotech: Rick Hunter. The four-part miniseries will be written by Brandon Easton (Transformers) with art by Simone Ragazzoni (Power Rangers). Titan Comics will release the first issue on August 2, 2023.

The anime debuted in the US in 1985, featuring stories of war and romance among the transforming Veritech fighters that protect Earth from extraterrestrial threats. Produced by Harmony Gold USA, the show ran for 85 episodes.

“Set after the devastating events of the Macross saga, Robotech: Rick Hunter will see Rick Hunter face an all new threat, along with the ghosts of his past – when a Zentraedi splinter group attacks Yokohama, Rick is called to investigate! Piloting the new prototype YF-4 Veritech, Rick encounters old friends and new enemies, all while recounting the moments of his life that shaped most epic moments in the Robotech universe,” Titan’s description reads.

The first issue will come with covers by Inhyuk Lee, Derrick Chew, Simone Ragazzoni, Josh Burcham, and Nahuel Grego.

“Working on the new series has been so exciting as we’ve managed to bring together a team of Robotech superfans to tell an all new story, as well as flashing back to the Macross Saga to provide fans with exciting, never before seen moments,” Titan Comics editor Calum Collins said. “Our writer Brandon Easton and artist Simone Ragazzoni both have a deep reverence for Robotech and are bringing their A-game with an explosive plot, deep emotional scenes, and gorgeous artwork – in short Robotech fans are in for a real treat with Robotech: Rick Hunter!”