Nightcrawler is a study in contradictions. He's a mutant with the appearance of a demon and the heart of a preacher. He's a highly skilled warrior who prefers peace and the company of good friends. And since his debut in Giant-Size X-Men #1, Nightcrawler has remained one of the most popular X-Men. His tragic death and heroic sacrifice last year still haunts readers. As the X-Men enter one of their most uncertain periods, his legacy still looms large
America has Captain America, so it's only fair that England has Captain Britain. But Brian Braddock is no mere super-soldier. He's empowered by the magic of Merlin and his daughter Roma to defend England from threats both mystical and mundane. These days, Braddock leads the members of MI:13. And as the only Marvel hero to receive the benefit of Alan Moore's pen, Captain Britain enjoys very rarefied status in the Marvel universe.
Sgt. Rock represents the epitome of DC’s often-times overlooked World War II comics. Created by Robert Kanigher and Joe Kubert, Sgt. Rock has led his unit, Easy Company, into every major battle of the European war. And while “things are never easy in Easy Company,” Rock’s proficiency as a leader and soldier has kept his unit intact through some very hairy situations.
Rock’s accuracy with a gun is uncanny; he’s shown the ability to shoot German planes right out of the sky with a machine gun. He also has incredible aim when throwing grenades. Basically, Rock would make for one hell of an opponent online in Call of Duty. Sgt. Rock is also a master of close quarters combat (CQC). And while Sgt. Rock doesn’t officially have any super powers, he has shown superhuman endurance and strength from time to time, withstanding gun shots and grenade shrapnel. Sgt. Rock is exactly the type of guy you want as an ally. You do not want to be caught on the other side of his barrel.
Rock’s accuracy with a gun is uncanny; he’s shown the ability to shoot German planes right out of the sky with a machine gun. He also has incredible aim when throwing grenades. Basically, Rock would make for one hell of an opponent online in Call of Duty. Sgt. Rock is also a master of close quarters combat (CQC). And while Sgt. Rock doesn’t officially have any super powers, he has shown superhuman endurance and strength from time to time, withstanding gun shots and grenade shrapnel. Sgt. Rock is exactly the type of guy you want as an ally. You do not want to be caught on the other side of his barrel.
Namor is Marvel's first mutant and first major superhero. This proud, haughty king of Atlantis has fought evil since the days of World War II. And though he doesn't always play well with others, he's been a loyal ally of the Fantastic Four, Avengers, and now the X-Men. With the Atlanteans and X-Men both seeking their place in a dangerous world, Namor's role as leader is more vital than ever.
If you ask a random group of people which super power they'd most like to have, odds are “flight” will crop up more than any other. The Rocketeer taps into that desire to fly. This pulp-influenced, WWII-era hero uses his advanced jetpack to battle Nazis and seek adventure in the skies. Though cut short by creator Dave Stevens' untimely death, the saga of The Rocketeer remains a compelling one. And now a new anthology from IDW Publishing will ensure that a new generation of readers will be thrilled by his exploits.
Sin City is a place where only the strong and sadistic can survive. Marv is a little of both, but he also has a noble streak and an unbreakable sense of loyalty towards those few people who can see beneath his craggy exterior and recognize the good man within. That sense of loyalty led him on a bloody mission that culminated in his own death. But for Goldie, it was all worth it.
When the Cold War heated up, suddenly comic book heroes were battling Soviet spies and unraveling conspiracies. The Black Widow initially debuted as a villain, but she quickly defected to America and remolded herself as a superhero and Avenger. Along the way, she's hooked up with half the eligible bachelors in the Marvel Universe.
And as we've learned over the years, her career dates all the way back to World War II. Wherever conspiracy and treachery are afoot, you can expect the Black Widow to appear to save the day.
And as we've learned over the years, her career dates all the way back to World War II. Wherever conspiracy and treachery are afoot, you can expect the Black Widow to appear to save the day.
Most cowboy heroes in comics take after the simple Western movies that inspired them – full of clean, attractive heroes and battles between good and evil. Jonah Hex is cut from a different cloth. This horrifically scarred cowboy is a former Confederate soldier turned expert bounty hunter. Hex tends to encounter more morally gray foes and challenges, and has even dallied in the supernatural over the years. His distinctive appearance and engrossing adventures set Hex apart from the rest of the cowboy crowd.
Luke Cage rose to prominence in a time when black superheroes were finally becoming more prevalent. And if Cage was nothing more than a gaudily-dressed relic of the '70s with a cute catch phrase, we'd still remember him fondly. But Cage has returned to prominence in recent years, and along the way has evolved into a far deeper character. Now a family man (with partner Jessica Jones), Avenger, and leader of the Thunderbolts, Cage embodies much of what we love about Marvel's heroes. Sweet Christmas, indeed.
Ted Grant has his roots deeply planted in the DCU. Not only is he a founding member of the Justice Society of America, but Grant is also responsible for training the new generations of heroes that seem to crop up like weeds. Oh, Grant also taught Batman everything he knows about boxing. So there’s that.
Furthermore, Wildcat jumps into fights with some of the universe’s greatest threats without a moment’s hesitation. Sure, he’s protected by some magical “nine lives” spell, but that doesn’t change the fact that Grant is an old man who has yet to keel over from a heart attack. The man doesn’t even have one liver spot! Wildcat is almost more mystifying than The Spectre.
Furthermore, Wildcat jumps into fights with some of the universe’s greatest threats without a moment’s hesitation. Sure, he’s protected by some magical “nine lives” spell, but that doesn’t change the fact that Grant is an old man who has yet to keel over from a heart attack. The man doesn’t even have one liver spot! Wildcat is almost more mystifying than The Spectre.
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