Star Trek: Defiant Comic (2023)

Published by IDW Publishing in 2023, Star Trek: Defiant is a gripping new series from acclaimed writer Christopher Cantwell (Iron Man, Star Wars: Obi-Wan) and artist Ángel Unzueta (Poe Dameron, The Flash). Spinning out of IDW’s flagship Star Trek comic, this dark and action-packed adventure expands the franchise in thrilling new directions. In Star Trek: Defiant, something terrifying is happening in the galaxy—someone is killing the gods. While Benjamin Sisko remains entangled in celestial matters with the Prophets, chaos brews on the lower planes of existence. The true threat isn't divine—it's human. A dangerous messiah figure is leading a genocidal cult, and stopping him will take more than diplomacy. Enter Worf of House Martok, who assembles a rogue crew aboard the legendary U.S.S. Defiant to take the fight directly to this brutal enemy. Think The Dirty Dozen meets Star Trek—a gritty, morally complex mission that tests loyalty, ethics, and the meaning of justice in the stars. This series marks the first major expansion of IDW's bold new Star Trek initiative, which launched with the landmark 400th issue and continues to redefine what Star Trek can be for a new generation of readers. With deep character work, high-stakes storytelling, and stunning visuals, Star Trek: Defiant delivers a fast-paced and emotionally resonant journey through the darker corners of the Star Trek universe. Perfect for fans of classic Star Trek and newcomers looking for action, philosophy, and space-faring rebellion, Star Trek: Defiant (2023) is a must-read series that boldly goes where few Trek stories have gone before.