Warning: Contains SPOILERS for Ultimate Black Panther #10! Although several Marvel Comics heroes are morally against killing their enemies under any circumstances, Black Panther is not one of them. He’s not a trigger-happy maniac like the Punisher, but he’s certainly not a guilt-ridden hero like Daredevil. Black Panther is a king before he is a superhero and will do anything to protect his nation, including killing an enemy when the situation demands it. And Black Panther’s latest death forever changed the continuity of Marvel’s Ultimate Universe. In a preview for Ultimate Black Panther #10 by Bryan Hill and Carlos Nieto,…
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Warning: Contains SPOILERS for The Incredible Hulk #22! Bruce Banner and the Hulk have been fighting for total control over their shared body practically since their debut in Marvel Comics. Although this constant internal conflict is usually pushed aside in lieu of more pressing villain threats, the storm still rages in their minds. But now, that conflict is finally over, as Hulk finally conquers his human half. When requesting The Incredible Hulk #22 by Phillip Kennedy Johnson and Nic Klein, fans get a first look at the main cover (by artist Nic Klein) and variants (by artists Rogê Antônio and…
Warning: Contains SPOILERS for Power Rangers Prime #1! The original theme of Power Rangers it was an unquestionable good, especially when it came to protecting the established order on Earth. The Power Rangers have faced countless villains who wanted to become evil dictators, and have always stopped them, effectively maintaining the status quo of global politics. Meanwhile, the Power Rangers never challenged the system, as they only fought enemies that threatened it. But now, the Power Rangers are rejecting the main theme of the original series entirely, turning them into rogue agents of chaos. In Power Rangers Prime #1 by…
Warning: Contains SPOILERS for Predator vs Black Panther #4 and Aliens vs Avengers #2! Both ForeignerXenomorphs and PredatorThe Yautja invaded Wonderand they’re quickly proving to Marvel’s biggest heroes just how deadly they are in their respective crossover stories. But no matter how many superheroes these sci-fi monsters kill, the Xenomorphs and the Predators are still each other’s ultimate cosmic rivals. And now, the stage is set for Alien vs Predator to make the Marvel Universe its bloody new battleground. In Predator vs Black Panther #4 by Benjamin Percy, Chris Allen, Sean Damien Hill, and Lee Ferguson, readers receive the epic…
Warning: Contains SPOILERS for Ultimate Spider-Man #11! Spider-Manhis most famous quote is: “With great power must also come great responsibility”. This quote appeared at the top of the final panel of Spider-Man’s first appearance in the comics, setting the tone for the entire series. It was later attributed to Uncle Ben, who gave this life advice to Peter. And now, in the new Spider-Man comic book series Ultimate Universe, Uncle Ben has just said this famous quote to Peter again (in so many words), only this time, his words carry the opposite meaning. In Ultimate Spider-Man #11 by Jonathan Hickman…
Warning: Contains SPOILERS for Ultimate X-Men #9! Marvel Comics news Final Universe of Earth-6160 is slowly introducing variants of Earth-616’s iconic heroes and villains, and it seems Sabretooth is the last to arrive. So far, readers have encountered names like Tony Stark, Reed Richards, Thor, Hulk, and Spider-Man, just to name a few. Now, Sabretooth could also be on that list, albeit in a slightly more secretive way than the others – one that would yield an 18-year tease. In Last X-Men #9 by Peach Momoko, readers get a behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of this main villain. X-Men…
Summary Marvel’s new Ultimate Universe teases a potential new Sorcerer Supreme to possibly revisit Doctor Strange’s Ultimatum Death. The introduction of ‘Strange Doctor’ in Ultimate Black Panther #10 hints at a connection to the original Doctor Strange from Earth-1610. The new Ultimate Universe echoes elements of the original, providing the perfect opportunity to address the 15-year-old mystery surrounding Doctor Strange’s fate. Warning: Contains spoilers for the final Black Panther #10! It’s no secret that Ultimatum is one of the most infamous Marvel Comics storylines ever printed, mostly because it featured a large number of beloved Marvel heroes killed off unceremoniously,…
Warning: Contains SPOILERS for Wolverine #3! Although iconic, 20th Century Fox X-Men the films have only scratched the surface of several characters featured throughout the franchise, including and especially the villains. Many bad guys were introduced and killed very quickly, and others were little more than cameos. One character in particular received such treatment, making her a terribly underrated person. X-Men movie villain. Luckily, though, that’s not the case in the comics, as the villain in question has just been upgraded with a new type of adamantium. In Wolverine #3 by Saladin Ahmed and Martín Cóccolo, Wolverine has teamed up…
The Far Side There’s no shortage of bizarre main characters in any comic book, and that’s because creator Gary Larson decided not to commit to one main character. Unlike other world-famous comic books like Garfield, Calvin and Hobbesand Peanut, The Far Side There are different characters starring in each comic book. Sure, there might be jokes (like comics with dinosaurs or trees), but as far as a marketable main character goes, The Far Side There’s no one to talk to. Although it can be assumed The Far SideThe lack of a main character would hurt its widespread popularity, this is…
Warning: Contains SPOILERS for Ultimate Black Panther #13! Marvel Comics There is no shortage of notable villains who never fail to captivate and entertain readers, especially when they make life difficult for their designated heroes. However, it cannot be denied that in the grand scheme of things, Marvel villains simply don’t matter. Sure, they can cause problems (sometimes on a cosmic scale), but they’re never really the focus, especially in death. These villains die, come back, and often without explanation. Marvel villains serve the hero’s story, not the broader story of the Marvel Universe. At least, until now. When requesting…