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HUXLEY: The Oracle

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The new prequel in the sci-fi universe HUXLEY, this spellbinding visual storybook is a unique vision of a post-apocalyptic future from leading game and film designer Ben Mauro. HUXLEY's original run of six digital-first comics took the internet by storm and changed the landscape of graphic... Read More
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The first prequel in the sci--fi epic HUXLEY, this spellbinding graphic novel expands on the post-apocalyptic universe envisioned by leading game and film designer Ben Mauro.

The new prequel in the sci-fi universe HUXLEY, this spellbinding visual storybook is a unique vision of a post-apocalyptic future from leading game and film designer Ben Mauro

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The new prequel in the sci-fi universe HUXLEY, this spellbinding visual storybook is a unique vision of a post-apocalyptic future from leading game and film designer Ben Mauro.

HUXLEY's original run of six digital-first comics took the internet by storm and changed the landscape of graphic novels forever. But it was just the beginning. Ben Mauro's epic decade-long franchise quickly expanded into prequels that build out the universe's deep lore and rich history further. Its next step is taken here in: HUXLEY: The Oracle.

Delve deeper into the people, politics, and horrors of FURY-7, a scorching desert planet that humanity abandoned to an empire of sacred machines known as Oracles after a devastating nuclear holocaust. These powerful machine emperors control the planet's resources and have genetically engineered human clones to serve their needs. The most advanced of these soldiers are the Ronins; elite enforcers who maintain order for the Oracles in Machine City. Among them, Maxโ€”one of the heroes from the original graphic novels earlier in his careerโ€”discovers a conspiracy that threatens to upend the empire and his own understanding of the world.

This brand new entry in the HUXLEY series features a captivating storyline with richly woven charactersโ€”some fan-favourites and others that are new to the sagaโ€”and another fascinating chapter in the franchise's sprawling lore. Ben Mauro brings the burgeoning universe to life with hundreds of pages of characteristically intricate artwork.

Get ready to embark on an epic new expedition in the HUXLEY universe, where every page promises adventure, intrigue, and breathtaking artistry.

100 colour illustrations featuring original artwork from artists Steve Chinhsuan Wang (Gears of War 5), Nikolas Gekko (Halo Infinite, Destiny 2), Ben Mauro, and never-before-seen storyboards from Syama Pedersen (Astartes).

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780500029473

Publisher: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 30 October 2025

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Thames & Hudson Ltd

Illustration: 100 Illustrations, color

Audience: Children

DIMENSIONS

Width: 292.0mm

Height: 267.0mm

Weight: 1280g

Pages: 160

About the Author

Ben Mauro is a luminary in the world of concept art and visual design. He has contributed to blockbuster films such as Elysium, Chappie, Valerian and the City of a Thousand Planets, The Amazing Spider-Man 2, and The Hobbit trilogy, working alongside visionary directors including Peter Jackson, Guillermo del Toro, Luc Besson, and Neill Blomkamp. In the gaming industry, his work has shaped major franchises like Halo and Call of Duty, bringing immersive worlds and characters to life. His personal IP, HUXLEYยฎ, showcases his storytelling and world-building expertise, blending stunning visuals with rich narrative depth.

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