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Libra (Marvel Comics)
Libra is the name of different fictional characters appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Publication history The original Libra first appeared in ''Avengers'' #72 (Jan. 1970), and was created by Roy Thomas and Sal Buscema. The character subsequently appears in: * ''The Avengers'' #80–82 (Sept.–Nov. 1970), * ''Daredevil'' #69 (Oct. 1970), * ''Iron Man'' #33–36 (Jan.–April 1971), * ''Daredevil'' #73 (Feb. 1971), * ''The Avengers'' #120–125 (Feb.–July 1974), #130–134 (Dec. 1974–April 1975), * ''Giant-Size Avengers'' #3 (Feb. 1975), * ''The Avengers'' #135 (May 1975), * ''Giant-Size Avengers'' #4 (June 1975), * ''Iron Man'' #184–185 (July–Aug. 1984), * ''The West Coast Avengers'' vol. 2 #26 (Nov. 1987), * ''Avengers Forever'' #1–12 (Dec. 1998–Feb. 2000). Libra appeared as part of the "Zodiac" entry in ''The Official Handbook of the Marvel Universe Deluxe Edition'' #20. Fictional character biography Gustav Brandt German soldier Gust ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
American Comic Book
An American comic book is a thin periodical originating in the United States, on average 32 pages, containing comics. While the form originated in 1933, American comic books first gained popularity after the 1938 publication of ''Action Comics'', which included the debut of the superhero Superman. This was followed by a superhero boom that lasted until the end of World War II. After the war, while superheroes were marginalized, the comic book industry rapidly expanded and genres such as horror, crime, science fiction and romance became popular. The 1950s saw a gradual decline, due to a shift away from print media in the wake of television and the impact of the Comics Code Authority. The late 1950s and the 1960s saw a superhero revival and superheroes remained the dominant character archetype throughout the late 20th century into the 21st century. Since 1934 and since 1939 two most comic book publishers of DC Comics and Marvel Comics. DC and Marvel comic book publishers, when ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
European Ethnic Groups
Europeans are the focus of European ethnology, the field of anthropology related to the various ethnic groups that reside in the states of Europe. Groups may be defined by common genetic ancestry, common language, or both. Pan and Pfeil (2004) count 87 distinct "''peoples of Europe''", of which 33 form the majority population in at least one sovereign state, while the remaining 54 constitute ethnic minorities. The total number of national minority populations in Europe is estimated at 105 million people, or 14% of 770 million Europeans.Christoph Pan, Beate Sibylle Pfeil (2002), Minderheitenrechte in Europa. Handbuch der europäischen Volksgruppen', Braumüller, (Google Books, snippet view). Als2006 reprint by Springer(Amazon, no preview) . The Russians are the most populous among Europeans, with a population of roughly 120 million. There are no universally accepted and precise definitions of the terms "ethnic group" and "nationality". In the context of European ethnography in ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
John King (comics)
John King is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Publication history King first appeared in the MAX miniseries the Hood issue one in 2002, appearing in all six issues. After a five-year hiatus then reappeared in the New Avengers miniseries ''The Trust'', and appeared in ''Secret Invasion'' issue four. He was a recurring character in the Dark Reign Hood series, which began in 2009, and recently appeared in ''The Siege: Storming Asgard'' miniseries. Fictional character biography John King is a former drug addict and alcoholic. At one point he fought and was defeated by the Rocket Racer. King is the cousin of Parker Robbins (who would later become the Hood). King and Robbins were close friends and both worked as criminals in New York City. The two attempt to raid a warehouse said to be housing a valuable cargo, where the demon Nisanti attacks John King. In retaliation, Robbins shoots and kills it. King then returns home to his apart ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Thanos
Thanos is a supervillain appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. He was created by writer-artist Jim Starlin, and first appeared in '' The Invincible Iron Man'' #55 ( cover date February 1973). An Eternal– Deviant warlord from the moon Titan, Thanos is regarded as one of the most powerful beings in the Marvel Universe. He has clashed with many heroes including the Avengers, the Guardians of the Galaxy, the Fantastic Four, the Eternals, and the X-Men. In creating Thanos, Starlin drew inspiration from Jack Kirby's '' New Gods'' series for DC Comics, particularly the character of Darkseid. Thanos is usually portrayed as a villain, although many stories depict him as believing his actions to be justified. Perhaps the character's best-known storyline is '' The Infinity Gauntlet'' (1991), the culmination of several story arcs that see him gather the six Infinity Gems and use them to kill half of the universe's population, including many of its heroe ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
West Coast Avengers
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. It was the first spin-off publication for the Avengers. Publication history The West Coast Avengers first appear in a four-issue limited series published from September to December 1984. The series was written by Roger Stern and drawn by Bob Hall and Brett Breeding. This was followed by a 102-issue series of the same name that ran from October 1985 to January 1994. The series was initially written by Steve Englehart and drawn by Al Milgrom and Joe Sinnott. It was the first spin-off series for the Avengers. From issue #42 to 57, the title was written and illustrated by John Byrne. The series was renamed ''Avengers West Coast'' on the cover of issue #47 (Aug. 1989) and in the indicia in issue #48 (Sept. 1989). Writers Roy and Dann Thomas and artist P ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Quicksilver (comics)
Quicksilver (Pietro Maximoff) is a fictional character, fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in the comic book ''The Uncanny X-Men'' #4 (March 1964) and was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. The character has since starred in two self-titled Limited series (comics), limited series and has historically been depicted as a regular team member in superhero title '' The Avengers''. Quicksilver has the superhuman ability to move at great speeds. In most depictions, he is a mutant, a human born with innate superhuman powers. In comic book stories beginning in 2015, he is the product of genetic experimentation by the High Evolutionary. Quicksilver most commonly appears in fiction associated with the X-Men, having been introduced as an adversary for the superhero team. In later stories, he became a superhero himself. He is the twin brother of the Scarlet Witch and, in most depictions, the son of Magneto and the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Defenders (comics)
The Defenders are a set of superhero groups with rotating membership appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. They are usually presented as a "non-team" of individualistic "outsiders" who, in their prior adventures, are known for following their own agendas. The team often battle mysticism, mystic and supernatural threats. Its original incarnation was led by Doctor Strange and included Hulk, Namor, and—eventually—Silver Surfer. They first appeared as the Defenders in ''Marvel Feature'' #1 (Dec. 1971). The group had a rotating line-up from 1972 until 1986, with Dr. Strange and the Hulk being usually constant members along with a number of other mainstays such as Valkyrie (Marvel Comics), Valkyrie, Nighthawk (Marvel Comics), Nighthawk, Patsy Walker, Hellcat, Gargoyle (comics), Gargoyle, Beast (comics), Beast, the Daimon Hellstrom, Son of Satan and Luke Cage, and many temporary members. The publication was retitled near the end of the run as ''The New Defend ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Destiny Force
Destiny, sometimes referred to as fate (from Latin ''fatum'' "decree, prediction, destiny, fate"), is a predetermined course of events. It may be conceived as a predetermined future, whether in general or of an individual. Fate Although often used interchangeably, the words ''fate'' and ''destiny'' have distinct connotations. *Traditional usage defines fate as a power or agency that predetermines and orders the course of events. Fate defines events as ordered or "inevitable" and unavoidable. This is a concept based on the belief that there is a fixed natural order to the universe, and in some conceptions, the cosmos. Classical and European mythology feature personified "fate spinners," known as the Moirai in Greek mythology, the Parcae in Roman mythology, and the Norns in Norse mythology. They determine the events of the world through the mystic spinning of threads that represent individual human fates. Fate is often conceived as being divinely inspired. *Fate is about th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Rick Jones (comics)
Rick Jones is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. Rick has been a sidekick and friend to The Hulk, Captain America, Mar-Vell / Captain Marvel, Rom the Spaceknight, and Genis-Vell / Captain Marvel. He has been an active participant in many significant Marvel Universe story lines including the Kree-Skrull War and the Destiny War. He later acquired powers, causing his learning capabilities to be greatly increased. He decided to direct his new ability towards communications technology, and ended up becoming a hacktivist known as the Whisperer.''Avengers Standoff: Assault On Pleasant Hill Alpha'' #1. Marvel Comics. Publication history Rick Jones was created in 1962 by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby and first appeared in '' Hulk'' #1 (May 1962). Fictional character biography Rick Jones was born in Scarsdale, Arizona. He lost his parents at a young age and grew up in an orphanage. Later, he accepts a dare to drive out to a bomb testing gro ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Immortus
Immortus (; Nathaniel Richards) is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. He is the future self of Pharaoh Rama-Tut, Scarlet Centurion, Kang the Conqueror, and Iron Lad / Kid Immortus, and a descendant of the scientist of the same name. Immortus served as inspiration for the character He Who Remains (portrayed by Jonathan Majors), who appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe series first season ''Loki'' (2021) episode "For All Time. Always." Publication history Immortus first appeared in '' The Avengers'' #10 and was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby. In ''The Celestial Madonna Saga'', Immortus was retroactively established to be the future self of the time-travelling Pharaoh Rama-Tut and Kang the Conqueror, having turned towards a more peaceful outlook on existence. Fictional character biography At some point in his personal timeline, Pharaoh Rama-Tut (formerly known as Kang) became weary of battle due to frustration and the ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Kang (comics)
Kang the Conqueror (Nathaniel Richards) is a supervillain appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character is most frequently depicted as an opponent of the Avengers and the Fantastic Four. A time-traveling entity, several alternate versions of Kang have appeared throughout Marvel Comics titles over the years, including his respective future and past heroic selves, Rama-Tut, Immortus, and Iron Lad. Kang the Conqueror has been described as one of Marvel's most notable and powerful villains.Kang the Conqueror is number 65 . Kang has made media appearances in animated television and video games. He is set to make his feature film debut in the |
Life Model Decoy
A Life Model Decoy (frequently known by the abbreviation LMD) is a fictional android appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. LMDs duplicate all outward aspects of a real living person with such authenticity that they can easily impersonate a specific person without casual detection. LMDs first appeared in "The Man For the Job!", a short story by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby that ran in the anthology book ''Strange Tales'' #135 (August 1965), in which the spy agency S.H.I.E.L.D. created LMDs of agent Nick Fury to use as decoys for an attack by the terrorist organization Hydra. LMDs have been used in numerous Marvel Comics storylines in the half century since their first appearance, and have also been adapted into other media based on Marvel, including films, television series, animation and video games. Publication history Life Model Decoys first appeared in "The Man For the Job!", a short story by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby that ran in th ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
