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Marvel Omnibus
''Marvel Omnibus'' is a line of large format, high quality, full color, hardcover graphic novel omnibuses published by Marvel Comics. They often contain complete runs, either by collecting multiple consecutive issues, or by focusing on the works of a particular writer or artist. The company's first experiment with a large hardcover was 2004's ''Ultimate Spider-Man Collection'', which was exclusively published by Barnes & Noble. The 992-page book cost $49.99 and had the same contents as the first three oversized hardcovers from Brian Michael Bendis' ''Ultimate Spider-Man''. This release did not use the 'omnibus' branding. Marvel's first official omnibus came a year later, with ''Fantastic Four Vol. 1'' in June 2005. With 848 pages, it collected the first 30 issues and an ''Annual'' of the comic. It cost $45 and debuted at no.58 in the graphic novel chart. Senior vice president at Marvel, David Gabriel, told the ''New York Times'' the idea came from “trying to come up with a pr ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Not Brand Echh
''Not Brand Echh'' is a satiric comic book series published by Marvel Comics that parodied its own superhero stories as well as those of other comics publishers. Running for 13 issues ( cover-dated Aug. 1967 to May 1969), it included among its contributors such notable writers and artists as Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Gene Colan, Bill Everett, John and Marie Severin, and Roy Thomas. With issue #9, it became a 68-page, 25¢ "giant", relative to the typical 12¢ comics of the times. In 2017, a 14th issue was released. Its mascot, Forbush Man, introduced in the first issue, was a superhero wannabe with no superpowers and a costume of red long johns emblazoned with the letter "F" and a cooking pot, with eye-holes, covering his never-revealed head. His secret identity was eventually revealed in issue #5 (Dec. 1967) as Irving Forbush, Marvel's fictitious office gofer. Publication history Marvel Comics' superhero-satire comic book ''Not Brand Echh'' ran an initial 13 issues ( cove ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Black Cat (Marvel Comics)
Black Cat is a character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by Marv Wolfman and Dave Cockrum, the character first appeared in ''The Amazing Spider-Man'' #194 in July 1979 as an List of Spider-Man enemies, adversary of the superhero Spider-Man, although she later becomes his On-again, off-again relationship, on-off love interest and ally. In the Marvel Universe, Black Cat is the alter ego of Felicia Sara Hardy, the daughter of renowned cat burglar Walter Hardy. Trained in martial arts and acrobatics, she follows in her father's footsteps and initially comes into conflict with Spider-Man until the two fall in love, leading to a brief partnership in crime-fighting. Their relationship is complicated when it becomes apparent that Black Cat has no interest in Spider-Man's Secret identity, civilian identity as Peter Parker. Despite their break-up, Spider-Man's positive influence motivates Black Cat to remain an antiheroine willing to do the right thing ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Vision And The Scarlet Witch
''The Vision and the Scarlet Witch'' is a series of comic books published by Marvel Comics. The comic features the Vision and Scarlet Witch, a couple and longtime members of the Avengers. Publication history Volume 1 Their first key series together was published in the beginning of November 1982 which contained four issues. The limited series was written by Bill Mantlo and pencilled by Rick Leonardi. In this series, the villain Magneto is retconned as the father of Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver while intending to give up his villainous ways of life. The reveal had some previous clues which were released during '' Avengers'' and ''X-Men'' titles. This stayed as comic book canon for many decades until it was undone in the 2014 crossover storyline ''AXIS''. Volume 2 The second series which lasted twelve issues was published in 1985 and was written by Steve Englehart. In this series, Scarlet Witch becomes pregnant magically and delivers two sons, William and Thomas. Englehart tried ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
West Coast Avengers (comic Book)
The West Coast Avengers is a fictional group of superheroes appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The team first appeared in ''The West Coast Avengers'' #1 (Sept. 1984), created by Roger Stern and Bob Hall (comics), Bob Hall. It was the first spin-off publication for the Avengers (comics), Avengers. Following the 1984 limited series, the West Coast Avengers were the focus of an ongoing series published from October 1985 to January 1994. Volume 3 began publication in September 2018 as part of the Fresh Start (comics), Fresh Start relaunch but was cancelled after 10 issues. A fourth volume launched in November 2024. Publication history The West Coast Avengers first appeared in a four-issue Limited series (comics), limited series published from September to December 1984. The series was written by Roger Stern and drawn by Bob Hall (comics), Bob Hall and Brett Breeding. This was followed by a 102-issue series of the same name that ran from October 1985 to Ja ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Conan
Conan may refer to: People * Saint Conan (died 684), bishop of the Isle of Man * Conan of Cornwall (c. 930 – c. 950), bishop of Cornwall * Conan I of Rennes (died 992), duke of Brythonic Brittany * Conan II, Duke of Brittany (died 1066), duke of Brittany * Conan III, Duke of Brittany (died 1148), duke of Brittany * Conan IV, Duke of Brittany (1138–1171), duke of Brittany * Laure Conan (1845–1924), pen name of Marie-Louise-Félicité Angers, French-Canadian female novelist * Neal Conan (1949–2021), American radio journalist * Conan Anthony Mohan Jayamaha (1949–1992), Sri Lankan Sinhala Navy Admiral * Conan Byrne, (born 1985), Irish footballer * Conan Gray (born 1998), American singer-songwriter, YouTuber and social media personality * Conan O'Brien (born 1963), American talk show host * Conan Stevens, Australian actor, writer, stuntman and former professional wrestler *Arthur Conan Doyle (1859–1930), British writer Mythical and legendary people * Conan Meriadoc, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Savage Avengers
''Savage Avengers'' is the name of two Marvel Comics series where Conan the Barbarian teamed-up with Wolverine, the Punisher, Venom, Elektra, and Doctor Voodoo, written by Gerry Duggan with art by Mike Deodato. There was a preview of the series in the May 2019 Marvel's "Avengers" Free Comic Book Day issue. The premise of their team-up is that these heroes must work together when the evil wizards of Conan's world start trading spells with the Hand in Japan. A second volume, written by David Pepose with art by Carlos Magno, was later released that features Conan, Agent Anti-Venom, Black Knight, Cloak and Dagger, Elektra in her Daredevil appearance, and Weapon H in the Hyborian Age where they combat different opponents there and a Deathlok. Issues four, six, and nine were respectively dedicated in memory of George Pérez, Mike Pasciullo, and Carlos Pacheco. Fictional team biography Volume 1 After Conan found himself in the Savage Land upon being transported from the Hybor ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Ultimates
The Ultimates is a fictional superhero team appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics and created by writer Mark Millar and artist Bryan Hitch, which first started publication from ''The Ultimates (comic book), The Ultimates'' #1 (cover date March 2002), as part of the company's Ultimate Marvel imprint. The series is a modernized re-imagining of Marvel's long-running Avengers (comics), Avengers comic-book franchise, centering around a task-force of super-humans and special agents organized by the U.S. government to combat growing threats to the world. The tale chronicles their progress as they bond and slowly learn to work together, despite their differing natures and personalities. Publication history The first volume of the ''Ultimates'', written by Millar and illustrated by Hitch, was published in limited series format and ran for thirteen issues with production delays from January 30, 2002 until March 31, 2004. Hitch described the alternative-reality reimag ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Uncanny Avengers
''Uncanny Avengers'' was a comic book series first appearing in the October 2012 debut of Marvel NOW!, published by Marvel Comics. The series follows an interconnected fictional superhero team, featuring members from the Marvel Universe (specifically the Avengers (comics), Avengers and X-Men). The team is united by Captain America upon the conclusion of ''Avengers vs. X-Men.'' Uncanny Avengers is also known as Avengers Unity Squad. Publication history Marvel Comics announced ''Uncanny Avengers'' by the creative team of Rick Remender and John Cassaday in August 2012. ''Uncanny Avengers'' follows a new team of Avengers (comics), Avengers formed in response to the events of ''Avengers vs. X-Men''. The team features a line-up of both classic Avengers and X-Men including Captain America (Steve Rogers), Havok (comics), Havok, Rogue (comics), Rogue, the Scarlet Witch, Thor (Marvel Comics), Thor, and Wolverine (character), Wolverine. Rick Remender, Remender said, "There's something that ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
