THE EPIC WORLD OF HUXLEY EXPANDS WITH BEN MAURO’S HUXLEY: THE ORACLE

Fans Can Explore the Origins of the HUXLEY Universe in the First Prequel Graphic Novel, Arriving in the UK in October 2025 and Globally in December 2025

Acclaimed concept artist and visionary world-builder Ben Mauro, with HUXLEY: The Oracle, the first prequel in the epic HUXLEY saga. Published by Read-Only Memory, an imprint of Thames & Hudson, the richly illustrated graphic novel offers fans an origin story steeped in war, rebellion, and the early seeds of empire-wide upheaval.

HUXLEY: The Oracle will first be available internationally in the UK on October 30, 2025, with a global release on December 2, 2025. The 160-page hardcover volume features full-color artwork throughout, along with black-and-white development sketches and a cover gallery.

Set during the height of the Oracle Empire, HUXLEY: The Oracle which follows Max as he starts his career as a Ronin soldier designed to maintain order on the desert planet Fury‑7. Max becomes involved in a plot that threatens to destroy the empire while the AI-controlled empire fights brutal wars to maintain its control. His search for hidden secrets in the desert leads him to a path that will transform his identity while determining the destiny of the galaxy.

Featuring more than 100 full-color illustrations by an all-star lineup—Steve Chinhsuan Wang (Gears of War 5), Nikolas Gekko (Destiny 2, Halo Infinite), and Ben Mauro himself—alongside exclusive storyboards by Syama Pedersen (Astartes), The Oracle delivers a powerful fusion of storytelling and visual design.

“This is where it all begins,” says Mauro. “With The Oracle, it’s a story about identity, loyalty, and breaking free from control—brought to life through the kind of visual storytelling I’ve always loved.”

HUXLEY: The Oracle will be available in two formats: a Standard Edition (MSRP: $50 ) and a Deluxe Slipcased Edition (MSRP: $100), limited to 500 copies, which includes a signed print and premium foil-stamped packaging.

HUXLEY: The Oracle is available for pre-order here and Amazon. For more information, visit huxleysaga.com.

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