New Star Trek comic features red shirts on missions

Star Trek will soon feature a new comic series focused on its infamous “Red Shirts.” These characters, often seen as cannon fodder, typically meet tragic ends while protecting the main cast. The new series, titled "Star Trek: Red Shirts," is being created by writer Christopher Cantwell and artist Megan Levens. This five-issue limited series promises a "heartbreaking" story that highlights these often-overlooked crew members of Starfleet. Cantwell describes it as an opportunity to explore their lives before they face dangerous missions, where survival is uncertain. The covers for the series depict Red Shirts in various perilous situations. One cover shows a skeleton floating in space, while another features a Red Shirt with visible injuries promoting enlistment in Starfleet. A third cover presents a character who appears severely burned. In addition to "Red Shirts," IDW Publishing is expanding its Star Trek comics with two other series: "Star Trek: Voyager – Homecoming" and "Star Trek: Strange New Worlds – The Seeds of Destruction." Fans can expect varied stories and new adventures as these titles are set to launch. Overall, the announcement of "Star Trek: Red Shirts" is generating excitement. It promises to delve into the lives of characters who often sacrifice themselves for others, bringing a fresh twist to the Star Trek universe.