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Marvel Next
Marvel Next was a short lived imprint that was launched by the American comics publisher Marvel Comics in early 2005. Marvel's press release stated that Marvel Next was "not a new line or imprint" but rather "a collection of titles" intended to "spotlight young characters." Like the Tsunami imprint before it, it aimed to attract young readers. Marvel Next titles carried a "Marvel Next" tag on the cover, but not always in the typical imprint location near the regular Marvel logo. The title may have been an attempt to appeal to or identify with Generation Next. The titles were set in the Marvel Universe and most of them ('' Araña: The Heart of the Spider'', ''Young Avengers'', '' Runaways'' and '' Amazing Fantasy'') had connections to pre-existing titles, taking advantage of settings, characters and events from previous stories. Logo Use While the Marvel Next press release included ''Young Avengers'' and ''Runaways'' among the forthcoming Marvel Next books, neither series ever ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Marvel Next
Marvel Next was a short lived imprint that was launched by the American comics publisher Marvel Comics in early 2005. Marvel's press release stated that Marvel Next was "not a new line or imprint" but rather "a collection of titles" intended to "spotlight young characters." Like the Tsunami imprint before it, it aimed to attract young readers. Marvel Next titles carried a "Marvel Next" tag on the cover, but not always in the typical imprint location near the regular Marvel logo. The title may have been an attempt to appeal to or identify with Generation Next. The titles were set in the Marvel Universe and most of them ('' Araña: The Heart of the Spider'', ''Young Avengers'', '' Runaways'' and '' Amazing Fantasy'') had connections to pre-existing titles, taking advantage of settings, characters and events from previous stories. Logo Use While the Marvel Next press release included ''Young Avengers'' and ''Runaways'' among the forthcoming Marvel Next books, neither series ever ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Gravity (comics)
Gravity is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character was created by Sean McKeever and Mike Norton, who wanted to create their own character inspired by the college-aged Spider-Man from the 1980s they grew up with. Publication history He first appeared in ''Gravity'' #1 (Aug. 2005) and was created by Sean McKeever and Mike Norton. Gravity's first appearance was in his own limited series: ''Gravity'' #1-5 (2005), later released as a digest-formatted graphic novel as part of the Marvel Next imprint aimed at younger readers. In the same year, Gravity was featured in ''Marvel Holiday Special'' (2005) in a minor role. The character's next appearance was in the crossover storyline '' Beyond!'' #1-6 (2006) which was followed up by related appearances in ''Fantastic Four'' #545-546 and #550 (2007) and ''Black Panther'' vol. 4 #27 (2007). Gravity then had minor appearances in ''Fantastic Four'' #556 (2008), '' Avengers: The Initiative ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Spellbinders
{{Infobox comic book title, title = Spellbinders , image = Spellbinders1.jpeg , caption = Cover to ''Spellbinders'' #1 Picture from left to right Mason, Renata, Paul, Kim, Foley, Mink and Liza Beth Art by Mike Perkins , schedule = Monthly , format = Limited series , publisher = Marvel Next (Marvel Comics) , date = May - October 2005 , issues = 6 , main_char_team = Kim Vesco , writers = , artists = , pencillers = , inkers = , colorists = , creative_team_month = , creative_team_year = , creators = Mike CareyMike Perkins. ''Spellbinders'' is a comic book published by Marvel Comics, as part of that company's Marvel Next imprint. It was a six-issue limited series written by Mike Carey with art by Mike Perkins. It is part of the Marvel Universe, but the story takes no advantage of the fact. ''Spellbinders'' is set around John Hathorne High School, a fictional high school in Salem, Massachusetts, where magic is accepted as a fact. There are rivalries betwee ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Machine Teen
Machine Teen is a fictional character appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics beginning in 2005. Adam Aaronson, a high school student, has a good life: he is captain of the all-star football team, a straight 'A' student and is liked by everyone. However, he discovers that he is really a robot created by the man he thought was his father, Isaac Aaronson. Publication history ''Machine Teen'' was a comic book published by Marvel Comics starting in July 2005, loosely based on ''Machine Man'' and created by Marc Sumerak and Mike Hawthorne. It was published as a five-issue Limited series (comics), mini-series and carried the Marvel Next logo. The main character of ''Machine Teen'' is Adam Aaronson. Machine Teen appeared as a supporting character in ''Avengers Academy'' in issue #21 (Jan 2012) and issue #26 (April 2012). Fictional character biography Early life Some years ago, Aaron Isaacs, a pioneering programmer and engineer in the field of robotics, made a breakth ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Livewires (comic)
''Livewires'' is a six-issue comic book limited series published by Marvel Comics in 2005. The series was written by Adam Warren, who also provided layouts, and pencilled by Rick Mays. The series stars a group of fictional androids who are members of a covert black ops program code named Project Livewire. These androids are on a mission to seek out and destroy other black ops. Characters *Cornfed looks like a big farm boy and seems to be the team's muscle, but he is actually in charge of all mechanical repairs. He can usually be found behind the scenes giving support and coordinating the team's missions. *Gothic Lolita is the ''actual'' muscle even though she does not look the part. Social Butterfly used the term "Ben Grimm in black babydoll lace" to describe Gothic Lolita. Her code-name and look are both in reference to the Gothic Lolita fashion style popular in Japan. Gothic Lolita herself has described her role as "smashing and bashing duty." *Hollowpoint Ninja is the team ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Civil War (comic Book)
"Civil War" is a 2006–07 Marvel Comics crossover storyline consisting of a seven-issue limited series of the same name written by Mark Millar and penciled by Steve McNiven and various tie-in books. The storyline builds upon events in previous Marvel storylines, particularly "Avengers Disassembled", "House of M", and "Decimation". The series' tagline is "Whose Side Are You On?" The plot begins when the U.S. government passes a Superhero Registration Act, ostensibly to have super-powered individuals act under official regulation, somewhat akin to law enforcement. Superheroes who oppose the act, led by Captain America, find themselves in conflict with its supporters, led by Iron Man. Spider-Man is caught in the middle, while the X-Men take a neutral stance. The superheroes who support the law, including Mister Fantastic and Ms. Marvel, become increasingly authoritarian. ''Civil War'' explores the conflict between freedom and security against a backdrop of real-life events and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Young Avengers/Runaways
''Civil War: Young Avengers/Runaways'' (also called ''Civil War: Young Avengers & Runaways'' in the collected edition) is a comic book mini-series tie-in to Marvel Comics' ''Civil War'' crossover event. The series serves as a team-up between the characters from ''Young Avengers'' and ''Runaways''. The series was written by Zeb Wells with art by Stefano Caselli. ''Young Avengers'' co-creator Allan Heinberg and ''Runaways'' co-creator Brian K. Vaughan served as creative consultants to Wells. Production history ''Civil War: Young Avengers/Runaways'' bridged the gap between the first and second volumes of the ''Young Avengers'' series, which went on hiatus due to writer Allan Heinberg's busy schedule with various television projects and his run on DC's Wonder Woman. It takes place after the events of ''Runaways'' v2 #21 and ''Young Avengers'' v1 #12, and before ''Civil War'' #3 Characters Plot summary The Runaways intervene in a fight between the Flag-Smasher and S.H.I.E.L.D. Cap ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Darkhawk
Darkhawk (Christopher Powell) is a fictional superhero appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in ''Darkhawk'' #1 (March 1991), and was created by writer Tom DeFalco and artist Mike Manley. The character appeared in a series of self-titled comics from 1991-1995, then recurred in several limited-run series and multi-title events in the years since. The character's origin is based on a link between a human character and an android from another dimension known as Null Space. The character has also appeared in non-speaking roles on television and video games. Publication history Darkhawk appeared in a self-titled monthly series for 50 issues that was published by Marvel Comics from March 1991 to March 1995, and included three standalone annuals. Although created by DeFalco and Manley, DeFalco was never credited as a writer of the series. The original writer was Danny Fingeroth. After his own series ended, Darkhawk co-starred or cameo ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Excelsior (comics)
''Loners'' (originally named Excelsior) is a spin-off mini-series of comic books from Marvel Comics, first appearing in the pages of '' Runaways''. It consists of a Los Angeles-based support group for former teenage superheroes from New York, founded by Turbo of the New Warriors, and Phil Urich, the heroic former Green Goblin. Their goals are initially stated to be to help fellow teenage superheroes to adjust to normal lives while coping with their powers, and to dissuade other superpowered teenagers from becoming heroes, but these goals are discarded in their own miniseries in favor of the group apparently wanting to avoid using their powers for any reason, even if that means abandoning helpless victims of crime to their fate. Although all the characters were created by different authors and artists, the team itself was created by Brian K. Vaughan and Adrian Alphona, with other characters (Spider-Woman, Hollow, and Red Ronin) added to the cast during the events of the 2007 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
X-23
Laura Kinney (born X-23; codename Wolverine) is a fictional superhero appearing in media published by Marvel Entertainment, most commonly in association with the X-Men. The character was created by writer Craig Kyle for the '' X-Men: Evolution'' television series in 2003, before debuting in the '' NYX'' comic series in 2004. Since then she has headlined two six-issue miniseries written by Kyle and Christopher Yost, a one-shot and self-titled series written by Marjorie Liu, and ''All-New Wolverine'' by Tom Taylor. Laura was apparently the clone and later adoptive daughter of Wolverine, created to be the perfect killing machine. For years, she proved herself a capable assassin working for an organization called the Facility. A series of tragedies eventually led her to Wolverine and the X-Men. She attended school at the X-Mansion, and eventually became a member of X-Force. It is revealed later that she is not a clone, but biological daughter of Wolverine. Like her father, Laura ha ... [...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 published ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Amazing Fantasy
''Amazing Adult Fantasy'', retitled ''Amazing Fantasy'' in its final issue, is an American comic book anthology series published by Marvel Comics from 1961 through 1962, with the latter title revived with superhero features in 1995 and in the 2000s. The final 1960s issue, ''Amazing Fantasy'' #15 (cover-dated Aug. 1962), introduced the popular superhero character Spider-Man. ''Amazing Adult Fantasy'' premiered with issue #7, taking over the numbering from ''Amazing Adventures''. Publication history The science fiction-fantasy anthology ''Amazing Adult Fantasy'' began with issue #7 (cover-dated Dec. 1961), having taken over the number of the similar anthology ''Amazing Adventures''. The earlier issues before the title change featured stories drawn by a number of artists including Jack Kirby, Don Heck and Steve Ditko. ''Amazing Adult Fantasy'' featured exclusively the quick, quirky, twist-ending tales of artist Ditko and writer-editor Stan Lee that had appeared in ''Amazing Adventure ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
