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Kerry Gammill
Kerry Gammill (born April 26, 1954) is an American artist who has worked in the fields of comic books, special effects, storyboards, and character designs. As a comic book artist, he is best known for his work on ''Power Man and Iron Fist'' for Marvel Comics and ''Superman'' for DC Comics. Early life Gammill grew up as a fan of the comics of the 1960s and 1970s, particularly the work of Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, John Buscema, Gene Colan, and Jim Steranko. Career Kerry Gammill began working for Marvel Comics with his first published work, a Spider-Man/ Daredevil story titled "A Fluttering of Wings Most Foul", appearing in ''Marvel Team-Up'' #73 (Sept. 1978). During his time in the comics industry, he illustrated such series as ''Power Man and Iron Fist'', ''Superman'' vol. 2, and ''Action Comics''. He collaborated with writer J. M. DeMatteis on the creation of Frog-Man in ''Marvel Team-Up'' #121 (Sept. 1982) and featured the character in a storyline in ''Marvel Fanfare'' #32 (Ma ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Marvel Team-Up
''Marvel Team-Up'' is an American comic book series published by Marvel Comics. The series featured two or more Marvel characters in one story. The series was originally published from March 1972 through February 1985, and featured Spider-Man as the lead " team-up" character in all but ten of its 150 issues, and in six of its seven ''Annual''s. It was the first major ongoing spin-off series for Spider-Man, being preceded only by the short-lived '' The Spectacular Spider-Man'' magazine. Of the issues that did not star Spider-Man, the Human Torch headlines six issues (#18, 23, 26, 29, 32, 35); the Hulk, four (#97, 104, 105, and ''Annual'' #3); and Aunt May, one (#137). Publication of most of the issues starring the Human Torch coincided with that of ''Giant-Size Spider-Man'', an alternate Spider-Man "team-up"-themed series by the regular ''Marvel Team-Up'' creative team. When cancelled with #150 in 1985, the title was replaced by ''Web of Spider-Man''. The second series was publis ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Comics Bulletin
Comics Bulletin is a daily website covering the comic-book industry. History Silver Bullet Comicbooks In January 2000, New Zealand-based publisher/editor Jason Brice founded then named Silver Bullet Comicbooks. During this period, the site made efforts to support retired comics professionals. In a Silver Bullet column called ''Past Masters'', contributor Clifford Meth wrote about his efforts to support ailing comic book artist Dave Cockrum. As a result of his advocacy, Marvel Comics announced it would compensate Cockrum for his work in co-creating the X-Men. In 2005, Silver Bullet partnered with Aardwolf Publishing to publish a benefit book in support of ailing comics writer/artist William Messner-Loebs. Silver Bullet provided free advertising and promotion of the project on their site. Silver Bullet Comicbooks published the last issue of Phil Hall's Borderline Magazine online for free. Interviewer Rik Offenberger took his unpublished interviews from Borderline Magazine to Si ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Team Titans
''Team Titans'' is a comic book published by DC Comics that spun out of DC's '' New Titans'' series. It began in September 1992 and ended in September 1994. The Team Titans were first introduced as a shadowy group stalking the Titans. Their backstory was revealed in ''New Titans Annual'' #7 by writer Marv Wolfman, and were popular enough to merit their own series, which Wolfman also wrote. Phil Jimenez and Jeff Jensen took over writing duties with issue #13, and co-wrote the book until its cancellation. Background information While Wolfman was initially given the title indefinitely, he chose to leave the title to devote more time to ''New Titans'' and ''Deathstroke''. Creative differences between the new writing staff and editorial, combined with low sales, led to the book's cancellation in the '' Zero Hour: Crisis in Time!'' crossover event, where the Titans are killed when the timeline collapses. Story One of several Team Titans teams from the future, they function as a rebe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Sinister Syndicate
The Sinister Syndicate is a group of supervillains appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The characters serve as a collection of lesser-known Spider-Man villains. The group was the focus of the 1991 ''Deadly Foes of Spider-Man'' mini-series. Publication history The Sinister Syndicate first appeared in ''The Amazing Spider-Man'' #280 and was created by Tom DeFalco and Ron Frenz. Fictional team history First version Patterned after the conglomeration of Spider-Man's deadliest foes who call themselves the Sinister Six, the Sinister Syndicate was originally formed by the super-villain Abner Jenkins, Beetle. The original roster of the group consisted of Beetle, Hydro-Man, Rhino (character), Rhino, Boomerang (comics), Boomerang, and Speed Demon (character), Speed Demon, who collectively gathered together under the Beetle's leadership. Unlike the Sinister Six, which was formed to destroy Spider-Man, the Syndicate was formed to act as a mercenary group that worked ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Draaga
Beatriz Da Costa Reep Daggle Dagon Dan the Dyna-Mite Dan the Dyna-Mite is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by DC Comics. Danny Dunbar was the star pupil of Thomas N. Thomas, a high school chemistry and physical education teacher. The two are imbued with energy following an experiment gone awry, become superheroes, and participate in World War II. Following TNT's death, Dan learns to use his powers by himself. In '' Dark Nights: Death Metal'', Dan is revealed to have died some time prior before Batman resurrects him with a Black Lantern ring. In ''The New Golden Age'', he is among the lost sidekicks who are brought to the present day. Alternate versions of Dan the Dyna-mite In the 1993 Elseworlds series '' The Golden Age'', Dan Dunbar retires and goes to Princeton for college. However, he flunks due to poor grades, continued feelings of guilt over his mentor's death, and being unable to adapt to life as a civilian after spending his youth as ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Leila Davis
Bagheera Bagheera is a black panther, based upon ''The Jungle Book'' character of the same name. Nakia Bahadir Nakia Bahadir is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. She is a Turkish girl and friend of Kamala Khan. Nakia Bahadir in other media Nakia Bahadir appears in '' Ms. Marvel'' (2022), portrayed by Yasmeen Fletcher. This version is a student at Coles Academic High School and Kamala Khan's close friend. Bakuto Bakuto is a fictional ninja in Marvel Comics. The character, created by Andy Diggle, Antony Johnston and Marco Checchetto, first appeared in '' Daredevil'' #505 (April 2010). Bakuto, the head Daimyo of South America, meets with the other four Daimyos in Jigoku-Chu Castle in Japan. He shows some doubt in Matt Murdock leading The Hand and especially scoffs at White Tiger's involvement due to her being a woman. Beforehand, Bakuto killed his master, Izanagi, to showcase " isstrength of will", even going so far as to not ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Chance (comics)
Tatiana Caban Bethany Cabe Caber Caber is a character in Marvel Comics. Caber is one of the Celtic gods of Otherworld (Marvel Comics)#The island of Avalon and the Celtic Gods, Avalon, a warrior god. Caber is a friend of Leir (Marvel Comics), Leir and usually accompanies him in battle. Cable Danielle Cage Danielle "Dani" Cage is a character in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character was created by Brian Michael Bendis and Michael Gaydos, and first appears in ''The Pulse (comics), The Pulse'' #13 (March 2006). She is the daughter of Luke Cage and Jessica Jones. Danielle is named after Iron Fist (character), Iron Fist (Danny Rand), Luke's best friend. Danielle was born with the assistance of Doctor Strange, after the hospital refused to assist Jessica with her delivery. After Danielle is kidnapped by a Skrull posing as Edwin Jarvis, Luke teams up with Norman Osborn to rescue her; Luke retrieves Danielle while Bullseye (comics), Bullseye kills the f ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
White Rabbit (comics)
White Rabbit (Dr. Lorina Dodson) is a supervillain appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by J.M. DeMatteis, Kerry Gammill, and Mike Esposito, the character first appeared in ''Marvel Team-Up'' #131 (July 1983). White Rabbit is a wealthy criminal who based her supervillain persona on ''Alice in Wonderland''. She is a recurring antagonist of the superhero Spider-Man. Publication history White Rabbit debuted in ''Marvel Team-Up'' #131 (July 1983), created by J.M. DeMatteis, Kerry Gammill, and Mike Esposito. She appeared in the 2022 ''The Amazing Spider-Man'' series. She appeared in the 2022 ''Spider-Verse Unlimited Infinity Comic'' series. Fictional character biography Born to a wealthy family, Lorina Dodson, who would become White Rabbit, grew up in a safe, secure environment and was showered with all the material possessions she ever wanted. However, she was bored, and only found entertainment from classic literature, such as ''Alice in Wonderlan ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ariel (comics)
A-Bomb Abomination Absorbing Man Abraxas Abyss Abyss is the name of two characters appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Nils Styger Abyss is a mutant and the half-brother of Nightcrawler. He was created by Scott Lobdell, Mark Waid, Roger Cruz, and Steve Epting, and he first appeared in ''Age of Apocalypse: Alpha'', which takes place in an alternate reality. The ''Age of Apocalypse'' version of the character is a Horsemen of Apocalypse and a living portal who can send others to another dimension. Years after the ''Age of Apocalypse'' event ended, the character was introduced in the main Marvel Universe. This version is Nils Styger, a native of Genosha who possesses the additional ability to transform parts of his body into elastic tendrils. Abyss (alien) Abyss debuted in ''The Avengers'' (vol. 5) #1, and was created by Jonathan Hickman and Jerome Opeña. She is an alien who is composed of living gas and can manipulate the mind ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Marvel Fanfare
''Marvel Fanfare'' was an anthology comic book series published by American company Marvel Comics. It was a showcase title featuring a variety of characters from the Marvel universe. Volume one ''Marvel Fanfare'' featured characters and settings from throughout the Marvel Universe, and it included stories of varying lengths by an array of creators. The title was published every two months and ran for 60 issues, cover dated from March 1982 to December 1991. It was edited throughout its run by Al Milgrom, who also wrote and drew an illustrated column, entitled "Editori-Al", in most issues. ''Marvel Fanfare''s original working title was ''Marvel Universe'', which was later appropriated by Marvel editor-in-chief Jim Shooter for the encyclopedia series ''The Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe The ''Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe'' is an encyclopedic Guide book, guide which details the fictional universe featured in Marvel Comics publications. The original 15-volume ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
DK (publisher)
Dorling Kindersley Limited (branded as DK) is a British multinational publishing company specialising in illustrated reference books for adults and children in 63 languages. It is part of Penguin Random House, a subsidiary of German media conglomerate Bertelsmann. Established in 1974, DK publishes a range of titles in genres including travel (including DK Eyewitness Travel), history, geography, science, space, nature, sports, gardening, cookery, parenting and many others. The worldwide CEO of DK is Paul Kelly. DK has offices in New York, Melbourne, London, Munich, New Delhi, Toronto, Madrid, Beijing, and Jiangmen. DK works with licensing partners such as Disney, LEGO, DC Comics, the Royal Horticultural Society, MasterChef, and the Smithsonian Institution. DK has commissioned authors such as Mary Berry, Monty Don, Robert Winston, Huw Richards, and Steve Mould for a range of books. History DK was founded in 1974 by Christopher Dorling and Peter Kindersley in London as a ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Frog-Man
Frog-Man (Eugene Patilio) is a comedic superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer J. M. DeMatteis and artist Kerry Gammill, the character's costume is actually borrowed from a previously existing villain named Leap-Frog (comics), Leap-Frog created in 1965 by writer Stan Lee and artist Gene Colan. Frog-Man was first introduced in the comic book series ''Marvel Team-Up'' (a series focused on pairing Spider-Man with a different character each month) in issue #121, published in June, 1982 (with a cover date of September). The characters Eugene Patilio and Leap-Frog are both unrelated to the original Marvel villain called Frog-Man (Ani-Men), Frog-Man. Eugene Patilio is the son of Vincent Patilio, who uses technology of his own design to commit crimes as the costumed villain Leap-Frog. After repeatedly being thwarted by heroes such as Daredevil (Marvel Comics character), Daredevil, Spider-Man, and Iron Man, Vincent serves a prison term and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
