Master of the Universe: Revelation is very nearly upon us. The upcoming Netflix animated series is a more grown-up continuation of the classic ’80s Filmation cartoon. It features He-Man along with all his original friends and foes. But what exactly happened between the events of He-Man and the Masters of the Universe and this new series? This is where Dark Horse Comics is stepping in.
![The cover for Dark Horse Comics' Masters of the Universe: Revelation #1.](https://legendary-digital-network-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/12223252/MOTUREV_i1_CVR_4x6_A_SOL.jpg)
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In their new comic book mini-series, writers Kevin Smith, Rob David, and Tim Sheridan, along with artist Mindy Lee, fill in the gaps in the Eternian timeline. You can check out a preview of the first issue of Masters of the Universe: Revelation, as well as a series synopsis, right here:
“Following a vicious Orlax attack on his father King Randor, He-Man learns of the creature’s link to the origin of the sword of power. To save Randor and put an end to the chaos, He-Man embarks on an epic journey that pits him against his longtime foes Skeletor and Evil-Lyn. And he sees Teela take the reins of a powerful legacy.”
![The first page from Dark Horse Comics' Masters of the Universe: Revelation feature's He-Man's parents, King Randor and Queen Marlena.](https://legendary-digital-network-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/12223256/MOTUREV_i1_PG_01.jpg)
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As fans of the classic cartoon and toyline know, Teela has quite a legacy indeed. She is the secret daughter of the Sorceress of Castle Grayskull. But raised by Man-at-Arms. So her powerful legacy could refer to a lot of things. In the new Netlfix series, Buffy the Vampire Slayer’s Sarah Michelle Gellar voices Teela. So we expect big things for He-Man’s best friend. We just hope she finally gets to wear that cool snake armor that the action figure came with. One that the old cartoon never had her wear.
![The city of Eternos, as seen in Masters of the Universe: Revelation from Dark Horse Comics.](https://legendary-digital-network-assets.s3.amazonaws.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/12223254/MOTUREV_i1_PG_02_03.jpg)
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The first several episodes of Master of the Universe: Revelation drop on Netflix on July 23. The first issue of Dark Horse Comics’ prequel mini-series lands on July 7.