LANDMARK ISSUE #900! ♦ The nine-hundredth issue of AMAZING SPIDER-MAN comes out the month of Spider-Man's 60th Anniversary, and we are pulling out ALL THE STOPS! ♦ Someone from Spider-Man's past has captured the Sinister Six and used them to create the truly terrifying SINISTER ADAPTOID! ♦ This is one of the biggest adventures in Spider-History and you will not believe the ending! [(W) Zeb Wells (A) Ed McGuinness (CA) John Romita Jr.]
SPIDER-MAN VS. CHASM! After the battle with Venom last issue, it's time for the main event? That's right, it's Peter Parker vs. Ben Reilly, no-holds-barred in the craziest battle you've ever seen! Chasm secures his place in Spidey's rogues' gallery-as the one who finally vanquishes Peter Parker?!
As if the normal run-of-the-mill demons of Limbo weren't enough? Spider-Man finds himself facing a small army of demonized versions of his rogues' gallery! Can he make it home to stop Chasm and the Goblin Queen?!
Who is this mysterious figure and what do they have to do with Peter's and Mary Jane's disappearances?!
WHAT DID PETER DO?! We opened this series with a question. The centerpiece of the answer is a flat-out fight.
SPECIAL OVER-SIZED ISSUE! IT'S THE WEDDING OF THE YEAR! Peter Parker is the best man, and Tombstone is walking the bride down the aisle! That's right - Janice Lincoln and Randy Robertson are tying the knot, and there's NO WAY all the crime bosses in NYC aren't seeing this as an opportunity to off Tombstone. This story sets up our big Spider-Event of Zeb and Johnny's second year on ASM, and that's just the HALF of it! Also in this issue: bachelor/bachelorette parties, other ASM-story preludes, glimpses of some of the biggest unannounced Spider-projects and extra bonus awesomeness!
Two of Spider-Man's villains are forming the deadliest team-up he's ever had to face. But are they after Spidey? Or is he just in the way of something bigger? Patrick Gleason rejoins the AMAZING SPIDER-MAN crew for the darkest arc of Amazing Spider-Man yet!
The past and the present collide in this oversized and monumental 25th issue! Your heart isn't ready for this one.
Amazing answers to your burning questions! What did Peter Parker do that ruined Spider-Man's reputation?! What happened all those months ago between Peter and Mary Jane Watson? What does the immediate future have in store for both of them? And who is the creepy-looking figure that has something to do with all of it? The answers will be worth the wait! Plus: DARK WEB is over, but the fallout will haunt Spider-Man for a long time. To recover, Peter and Felicia Hardy, A.K.A. the Black Cat, escape from the city to an exclusive spa in the Catskills! Surely nobody will ruin their romantic getaway by trying to kill them - right? Collecting Amazing Spider-Man (2022) #19-23.
The Avengers comics' greatest super team, burst onto the scene in 1963 at the forefront of revolutionary Marvel Age of Comics. Iron Man, Thor, the Incredible Hulk, Ant-Man and the Wasp joined together to face the menace of Loki - and set off a streak of tales that nearly 50 years later still sets the trend for super-hero epics. From Captain America's return from the icy depths of the Atlantic to the first appearances of classic enemies like Kang the Conqueror to the game-changing introduction of a trio of former villains into their ranks - Avengers was a bona-fide comic-book blockbuster! And you'll experience every story, every villain, even every letters page in this painstakingly restored Omnibus collection - written by Stan The Man Lee, and illustrated by Jack Kirby and Don Heck. It's a must-have for every Marvel fan's collections - so reserve your copy today, True Believer! Collecting Avengers (1963) #1-30. Kids to Adults
The world has been destroyed, and Batman is on a quest to find out who's responsible. But when villains from his past begin to complicate things for the Dark Knight, he finds an unlikely ally in a place known as the Plains of Solitude. Prestige Format.
Reginald Hudlin and John Romita Jr. delve deep into the mind of the Black Panther in the next in our series of graphic novels handpicked by Marvel Editorial to showcase pivotal storylines written and drawn by some of Marvel's most acclaimed creators! In the heart of Africa lies Wakanda, a technologically advanced civilization that for centuries has stood alone as an unconquerable land inhabited by invincible warriors. Governing Wakanda is a lineage of warrior-kings - and T'Challa, the Black Panther, is the latest in this family line! But now outsiders are once more assembling to invade Wakanda and plunder its riches - led by Klaw, a deadly assassin who murdered T'Challa's father. Even with Wakanda's might and his own superhuman skills, can the Black Panther prevail against Klaw's massive invasion force? Collecting Black Panther (2005) #1-6 and Fantastic Four (1961) #52-53. [(w) Reginald Hudlin, Stan Lee /(a) John Romita Jr, Jack Kirby /(ca) John Romita Jr.)]
Deep in the heart of Africa is Wakanda, a technologically advanced civilization of great power and mystery. During the last ten centuries, as European colonial powers spread their guns, armies and undisputed domination throughout the continent, Wakanda has stood alone as an unconquerable land inhabited by undefeatable warriors. Governing this nation is a lineage of warrior-kings possessing enhanced speed, strength and agility. Today, T'Challa is the latest in this famed family line, the great hero known worldwide as the Black Panther. Despite the futile defeats of the past, outsiders are once more assembling to invade Wakanda and plunder its riches. Leading this brutal assault is Klaw, a deadly assassin with the blood of T'Challa's murdered father on his hands. Klaw brings with him a powerful army of super-powered mercenaries, all hell-bent on raining death and destruction on this pristine land. Even with Wakanda's might and his own superhuman skills, can the Black Panther prevail against such a massive invading force? Collecting Black Panther (2005) #1-6, plus T'Challa's historic first appearances from Fantastic Four (1961) #52-53.
THE SHOCKING DIMENSION Z FINALE! After over a decade in Dimension Z Captain America must make his final push to escape--but at what cost? Enter: GODZOLA! A shocking death and an action-packed conclusion that will leave Cap changed forever and leave you gasping for air! [(W) Rick Remender (A/CA) John Romita]
How do you solve a problem like Mary? That's Typhoid Mary, the lethally seductive assassin unleashed by the Kingpin in his campaign to break Matt Murdock. She's a love-maker and a man-hater with multiple personalities - including one to target Matt, and another with her sights set on Daredevil! Under attack from both sides, the champion of Hell's Kitchen may be powerless to resist! Then, DD dances with demons when INFERNO rages in Manhattan, and his old life will be left in ashes. And everything goes to hell when the -Devil locks horns with Mephisto! See both sides as Daredevil clashes with the Punisher, and meet the dark soul known as Blackheart! Will the Man Without Fear be left as a Man Without Hope? Collecting Daredevil (1964) #253-270 and Punisher (1987) #10.
The Man Without Fear's painful past! Matt Murdock has an incendiary mystery to solve, but he might end up getting his fingers burned! Then, terror has a new name as Daredevil faces the daughter of Mister Fear: the emotion-controlling Shock! And when criminals including Taskmaster and Stilt-Man go to war after a small fortune, it's up to Daredevil to keep the slippery legacy out of the wrong hands! Black Widow enlists DD's help to investigate a murder, placing both of them at the mercy of a sadistic, telepathic killer! And legendary writer Frank Miller returns to Hell's Kitchen, teaming with fellow DD alum John Romita Jr. to explore Matt's early days in one of the greatest Daredevil stories ever told! Collecting Daredevil (1964) #312-318 and Annual #9, Daredevil/Black Widow: Abattoir, and Daredevil: The Man Without Fear #1-5.
Written by FRANK MILLER Penciled by JOHN ROMITA JR. Cover by JOHN ROMITA JR. A fire burns deep within Matt Murdock. He was raised by a single father, an over-the-hill prizefighter with one last chance to make it good - a chance that cost him his life. Taunted and tormented by children while growing up, Matt's life was irrevocably altered after he was blinded by radioactive materials while saving the life of an old man. The payoff? An unbreakable will and a keen intelligence, helping focus the super-senses he was blessed with during the accident. His story is one of love, pain, disappointment and strength. Witness the tour-de-force origin of the Man Without Fear by industry legends Frank Miller and John Romita Jr. Collecting DAREDEVIL: THE MAN WITHOUT FEAR #1-5. 224 pages. /Rated T+
Adapted from the graphic novel by FRANK MILLER & JOHN ROMITA JR. A guilt-ridden father. A harsh mentor. A passionate lover. What drives the Man Without Fear? Matt Murdock was raised by a single father, an over-the-hill prizefighter with one last chance to make good - a chance that cost him his life. Taunted and tormented by other children, Matt's life was irrevocably altered after he was blinded by radioactive materials while saving an old man. The payoff? An unbreakable will and a keen intelligence, helping focus the super-senses with which he was blessed during the accident. His story is one of love, pain, disappointment and strength. In this new adaptation of Frank Miller and John Romita Jr.'s epic graphic novel, witness the strange machinations behind the life of one of Marvel's most beloved heroes
The next pulse-pounding chapter in the saga of New York City's Guardian Devil, this time starring ELEKTRA as Daredevil! Joined by Rafael De Latorre, Chip Zdarsky continues his landmark run and the DAREDEVIL story that spins directly out of the shocking revelations in the pages of DEVIL'S REIGN! Elektra is the world's deadliest assassin - and she's taken a vow not to kill. Someone puts themselves directly in her path with deadly consequences. What else would you expect from the MARVEL UNIVERSE'S GREATEST HUNTER?!
Written by JONATHAN MABERRY Penciled by SCOT EATON, WILL CONRAD & TBD Cover by JOHN ROMITA JR. Marvel Women Variant by JELENA KEVIC-DJURDJEVIC Wakanda has been conquered, its Vibranium reserves plundered. Storm faces execution in the next 48 hours. And Dr. Doom stands triumphant. It will take the combined forces of the X-Men, the Fantastic Four and the two Black Panthers to stand against him. A war has begun that will pit the world's most relentless super-villain against a collection of the world's most powerful super heroes -- one that will span the globe, offering twists and turns and surprise players (hello, Deadpool!) that neither side will see coming. 40 pages. /Rated T+
Fact, noun, fakt - Definition of Fact 1 a: something that has actual existence b: an actual occurrence c: ELEKTRA NATCHIOS IS THE BEST ASSASSIN IN THE MARVEL UNIVERSE!
In 1976, Jack Kirby created the immortal race called the Eternals - an ahead-of-its-time exploration of Kirby's ceaseless curiosity about man's origins and mythology. Decades later, superstar creators Neil Gaiman and John Romita Jr. have boldly and lovingly reinvigorated the Eternals, crafting a fresh and crackling yarn full of mystery, suspense and majestic power! Against the backdrop of a superhuman Civil War, the Eternals are awakening one by one from a strange, waking dream - suddenly coming to terms with the fact that they are far more than the normal people they have thought themselves to be. But there is little time to commiserate about such things, because a life-and-death struggle looms - one that will span both time and space! Experience the wonder as the Eternals are re-established as a vital part of the Marvel Universe! Collecting ETERNALS (2006) #1-7.
Eve finally returns to the place where it all began? THE BEYOND CORPORATION! Maxine Danger is back and puts Eve in her toughest spot yet. Can Eve survive this? Or will Ben Reilly rot in his prison cell, waiting for his love who will never come?
Paul Jenkins, one of the most cerebral writers in comics, gets deep into the head of Bruce Banner - and finds the monster within! But you've never seen a Hulk more hellish than the one dwelling deep inside the grief-stricken and guilt-ridden Banner. Afflicted and unbalanced, the Hulk is hounded worse than ever before when General Ryker lets slip his gamma-powered Dogs of War - their bite is every bit as bad as their bark! The Hulk's tortured soul is pushed even further toward its limits when a person dearest to him is killed by one of his oldest and deadliest foes! Plus: Hulk smashes in startling stories from Garth Ennis, Brian Azzarello and more incredible creators! Collecting Incredible Hulk (2000) #12-33 and Annual 2000-2001, Sentry/Hulk #1, Hulk (1999) #1/2, Hulk Smash #1-2 and Startling Stories: Banner #1-4.
IT ALL ENDS! Tony Stark, the genius-billionaire-playboy-philanthropist, has lost it all: his wealth?his fame?his friends. But Stark doesn't realize he still has so much more to lose, especially when the assassins start to come for him! It's the beginning of the end, as the Golden Avenger must fight for his life and find out what it really means to hit rock bottom. Join Gerry Duggan (X-MEN) and Juan Frigeri (AVENGERS) as they take Iron Man to the darkest corners of the Marvel Universe yet!
Chris Claremont made the X-Men a global sensation and the Marvel Masterworks are once again proud to present his tales of honor, prejudice, evolution and perseverance. It begins with Wolverine's return to Japan, where the young Kitty Pryde has found herself in over her head with the yakuza. It's an adventure that will change both characters forever! Meanwhile in America, the X-Men face the Hellfire Club and Kulan Gath turns all of Manhattan - and all Marvel's heroes - into a barbarian horde. Then, in the All-New, All-Different X-Men 100th issue, a ghost from the team's past confronts them on one of their most devastating moments. Finally, fan-favorite Paul Smith returns for a story with massive implications for the X-Men's future. Collecting Uncanny X-Men (1981) #189-193, X-Men Annual (1970) #8, X-Men And Alpha Flight (1985) #1-2 and Kitty Pryde And Wolverine #1-6.
The first-ever Marvel event series receives the extra-sized treatment it deserves! When the Grandmaster plays a game of cosmic chess against Death herself, Earth's super heroes become the pawns! If the Grandmaster wins, his brother the Collector will be restored to life. But if he loses, Death will claim a bitter price! Each side selects twelve champions from across Earth to do battle for the fragments of the golden globe of life. But this clash of Marvel titans comes with unexpected twists and turns and several surprising new combatants! Then, months later, the fallout of the contest leads to a life-and-death saga pitting two teams of Avengers against one another and a truly lethal Legion of the Unliving! Collecting Marvel Super Hero Contest of Champions #1-3, West Coast Avengers Annual #2 and Avengers Annual #16.
Celebrate the career of a true Marvel Visionary! John Romita Jr. followed in his famous father's footsteps - and soon become a legend in his own right! This volume collects some of JRJR's greatest hits, from his first Marvel work to the creation of a New Universe and more! Tony Stark battles alcoholism! Spider-Man battles the Juggernaut though the streets of New York! Colossus and Kitty Pryde break up! Daredevil and Kingpin celebrate Christmas! The Punisher joins the mafia! Professor X and Magneto's history is explored! Hulk smashes the Abomination! A masterful retelling of Daredevil's origin! And more! Collecting Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #229-230, Iron Man (1968) #128 and #256, Uncanny X-Men (1981) #183 and #309, Star Brand #1, Daredevil (1964) #253, Punisher War Zone (1992) #1, Daredevil: The Man Without Fear #1-2, Incredible Hulk (2000) #25 and #34, Amazing Spider-Man (1999) #36 and material from Amazing Spider-Man Annual #11.
Will Spider-Man's Brand New Day be ruined by foes old or new - or a combination of the two? First, Spidey must survive Kraven's First Hunt - but this isn't the Kravinoff he knew. In fact, she might be even more lethal! Then, Spidey will face a Norman Osborn who has changed, too - because this time, Osborn has the force of the law behind him. And Osborn's dark version of order is maintained by the twisted Thunderbolts! Another classic foe, Hammerhead, has been revived by Spidey's newest nemesis, the nihilistic Mister Negative. The two unite in a rampage of crime - but as the bullets fly, the Punisher joins the fray! Plus: Jackpot faces a Skrull Secret Invasion! Collecting Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #565-577, Amazing Spider-Man Annual (2008) #1, Secret Invasion: Amazing Spider-Man #1-3 and material from Amazing Spider-Man: Extra! #1.
A hero returns - and an epic saga begins! Dan Jurgens ushers in one of the greatest eras of Thor - and it begins with blockbuster art by John Romita Jr.! The Thunder God walks the Earth once more, but his new lease on life comes with new enemies - and a new mortal alter ego! Will Thor's comeback be cut short by Dark Gods, the Destroyer and Doctor Doom? Then, on the Eighth Day, the unstoppable Juggernaut will be just the beginning for Thor, Iron Man and Spider-Man! The heavy hitters keep on coming - like Mangog and Thanos! But if Thor is busy saving Midgard, who's protecting Asgard? Collecting Thor (1998) #1-35 and Rough Cut, Silver Surfer/Thor Annual 1998, Thor Annual 1999-2000, Peter Parker: Spider-Man (1999) #2 and #11, Iron Man (1998) #21 (B Story) and #22, and Juggernaut: The Eighth Day.
Wolverine has long been the X-Men's most dangerous member - but now this deadly living weapon has switched sides! Defeated by the Gorgon and brainwashed by Hydra and the Hand, Wolverine has become an agent of the ruthless ninja clan - slicing and dicing his way through S.H.I.E.L.D., the Fantastic Four and the X-Men! And his former friends and teammates will pay a high price to subdue him. As Hydra picks off superhumans one by one and the X-Men mourn a fallen friend, S.H.I.E.L.D. works feverishly to deprogram Wolverine. Can he be turned against his former masters in time to prevent worldwide death and destruction? Plus: A haunting tale of World War II. Collecting Wolverine (2003) #20-32.
The thrilling saga that commemorated the X-Men's 30th anniversary! As Magneto's Acolytes amp up their attacks on Homo sapiens everywhere, the X-teams join forces to put an end to the villainous zealots' mad crusade against humanity once and for all. But has their leader, messianic madman Magneto, returned from the dead? And as a mysterious disease begins creeping through the mutant community, claiming the lives of hated foe and dear friend alike, which X-Man will buckle under the strain? Matters come to a head in the most shocking way possible, culminating in a devastating attack on Wolverine - and a showdown between Professor X and Magneto that must be seen to be believed! Collecting Uncanny X-Men (1981) #298-300, #303-304 and #315; X-Factor (1986) #92; X-Force (1991) #25; X-Men Unlimited (1993) #2; X-Men (1991) #25; Wolverine (1988) #75; and Excalibur (1988) #71.
As the X-Men's Inferno rages, the Marvel Universe feels the heat! The Avengers have disbanded - but when New York's inanimate objects come to horrific life, Jarvis assembles a surprising new lineup! While the Fantastic Four fights fires, Kang the Conqueror seizes his moment to strike! Spider-Man blames Mysterio for Inferno's weirdness, but soon finds himself battling demons, the Lizard?and his own possessed Thanksgiving Day parade balloon! Meanwhile, Hobgoblin faces a returned Green Goblin - and N'astirh will transform one of them into Demogoblin! And as Hell's Kitchen looks more aptly named than ever, Typhoid Mary is in her element - and that's bad news for Daredevil! Collecting Avengers (1963) #298-300, Fantastic Four (1961) #322-324, Amazing Spider-Man (1963) #311-313, Spectacular Spider-Man (1976) #146-148, Web Of Spider-Man (1985) #47-48, and Daredevil (1964) #262-263 and #265.
