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The entire history of Batman and his sidekicks has been thrown into outer space, with a new twist on comic canon changing the legacy of Bruce Wayne, Dick Grayson, and Tim Drake forever.

Comic fans knew that the arrival of Immortal Legend Batman #1 would inject new energy into DC's oldest character (aside from Superman), and it has delivered. Not only redefining Batman, Nightwing, and Robin as magical cosmic warriors, but revealing the first men and women to create and claim the roles:

As new embodiments of 'The Way of the Robin, The Way of the Bat, and The Way of the Nightwing,' the creative team of Kyle Higgins, Mat Groom,...

While James Gunn’s Dcu hit it big with Superman, DC Comics seems to have lost August 2025 to Marvel, with respect to returning comics. While the Absolute series has been doing great, seven ongoing issues from Marvel made the top 10 best seller list in June, all of which are returning in August.

From popular comics like The Amazing Spider-Man and Captain America (both of their next issues come out on August 6) to the recent Imperial series, Marvel dominated June with seven entries in the top 10 list. All of those storylines are returning for their next issue, including a one-off Imperial War: Black Panther issue. While DC’s Absolute Batman took the top spot, the rest of the list was filled with Marvel entries.

June 2025 Comics Sales Were a Marvel Sweep A panel from Ultimate Spider-Man | Credits: Marvel Comics

Marvel Comics reportedly dominated comic sales in June 2025, grabbing 31 slots of the...

One classic Spider-Manvariant, from the late ‘70s live-action Japanese Spider-Man series, just got an awesome new upgrade in Marvel lore. Takuya Yamashiro is often considered an underrated incarnation of the Webslinger, but as he joins up with a team of heroes from across Marvel’s vast Spider-Verse to battle a bunch of Venom variants, the hero finally gets his due.

Spider-Verse vs Venomverse #3, written by Kyle Higgins and Mat Groom, with art by Jim Towe, escalates the all-out Multiversal brawl, with Takuya Yamashiro added to the mix at a critical juncture.

In the issue, Yamashiro gets a new costume, and by the end, appears at the helm of his giant Spider-Mech, Leopardon, in a stunning turn of events.

Japanese Spider-Man Takuya Yamashiro Just Got The Major Update Fans Have Been Waiting For Spider-Verse vs Venomverse #3, Written By Kyle Higgins And Mat Groom; Art By Jim Towe; Available Now From Marvel Comics...

Warning: contains spoilers for Spider-Verse vs. Venomverse #3!One of Marvel’s best versions of Spider-Man has finally introduced their own twisted take on Venom, and it's bound to make Power Rangers fans rejoice at the symbiote’s amazing design. Not only does the Venomverse’s mysterious new hero have a similar costume to the mighty morphin’ team, but Marvel has also unveiled a huge mech that makes the concept even cooler.

Spider-Verse vs. Venomverse #3, from Mat Groom, Kyle Higgins and Jim Towe, sees Takuya Yamashiro’s Spider-Man from the classic Japanese live-action TV series make a return to comics, helping his fellow spider-heroes. However, a rival character suddenly reveals his surprising connection to Takuya and Planet Spider.

Teased since the beginning of the new Venomverse event, Yaleo is shockingly revealed as a symbiote villain from the universe of Takuya’s Spider-Man. Yaleo’s Venom costume is a stunning...

NetEase Games has perfected Spider-Man ‘s legacy as the friendly neighbourhood web-slinger by bringing him to Marvel Rivals and giving him a collection of stellar outfits. Clearly, the developers aren’t hiding their liking for Marvel’s golden boy when it comes to outfits, although he could use a buff in-game.

His wardrobe ranges from original designs to comic skins to even his cinematic attire, and we can’t get enough of it. Speaking of comic skins, Japan’s own wall-crawler is making a much-needed return to the Spider-Verse with a stylish new look, and we can’t help but root for the suit to make its way to Marvel Rivals.

Japanese Spider-Man’s new Tokusatsu-inspired look is a perfect fit for Marvel Rivals Japanese Spider-Man’s new drip is oozing style! | Image Credit: Marvel Comics

Marvel recently revealed that the iconic Japanese Spider-Man, Takuya Yamashiro, makes his grand return...

Spoilers for Spider-Verse vs Venomverse #1!

Marvel has officially kicked off their latest Spider-Man and Venom-related event in this summer’s Spider-Verse vs Venomverse series — an epic comic book story that promises exciting action, never-before-seen characters, and a set of multiversal stakes that threaten everyone on both sides of the conflict. As the first issue of this series shows, Spider-Man and Venom have their work cut out for them, settling the debate of which character is worthy of surviving this harrowing ordeal.

A multiverse-spanning Spider-Man story that began over ten years ago with 2014’s The Amazing Spider-Man #9, this inaugural Spider-Verse tale eventually led to multiple comic sequels such as Spider-Geddon and End of the Spider-Verse, with Venom also receiving a similar event in his 2017 Venomverse limited series.

Released as the first chapter in a planned five-part story, Spider-Verse vs Venomverse #1 has been hyped as the most devastating — and possibly...

Warning: contains potential spoilers for Spider-Verse Vs VenomVerse #1

Marvel’s epic Spider-Man versus Venom war begins by calling out the biggest lie in the character’s history. Venom rocketed into the American comics scene in the late 1980s, rocking Spider-Man’s world to its core. Since then, Venom has drifted into “anti-hero” territory, as well as becoming a cosmic being. Now, in a preview for Spider-Verse Vs Venomverse #1, the similarities between the two characters become even more apparent.

Spider-Verse Vs Venomverse #1 is written by Kyle Higgins and drawn by Luciano Vecchio. The preview recounts the arcs of both Peter Parker and Eddie Brock, beginning with their lives before gaining powers and afterward. Using shared narration boxes, the preview highlights what Peter and Eddie have in common, stressing their triumphs and their losses. As the preview ends, both heroes vow to protect their territory and friends from the other,...

Marvel Comics has revealed a new costume for Japan's very own Spider-Man, Takuya Yamashiro. Designed by superstar artist Luciano Vecchio, the costume will debut in July's Spider-Verse vs. VenomVerse #3.

In that issue, this beloved Spidey Variant will join the Multiversal war between Spiders and Symbiotes.

To bring you up to speed, the Japanese Spider-Man, known as Supaidāman, debuted in 1978 as part of a tokusatsu TV series produced by Toei Company, distinct from Marvel’s Peter Parker. Here, Takuya Yamashiro, a motorbike racer, gains spider-powers after encountering a dying alien warrior, Garia, from Planet Spider.

Tasked with protecting Earth, Takuya battles the Iron Cross Army, led by Professor Monster, who unleashes giant robots and minions. Unlike the web-slinging hero of the comics, this Spider-Man dons a suit via a bracelet, commands a giant robot called Leopardon, and drives the Spider-Machine Gp-7 car. The series lasted for 41 episodes and has become something of a cult favourite.

Over the last few years, the Spider-Verse and Venomverse have both exploded with new characters in blockbuster comic book series like Edge of Spider-Verse and Venomverse Reborn. However, the Marvel Multiverse isn't big enough for both Spider and symbiote.

This April, Marvel Comics will ask fans to choose a side as webheads and symbiote hosts wage war in Spider-Verse vs. VenomVerse!

Crafted by writers Mat Groom and Kyle Higgins alongside superstar artist Luciano Vecchio, this five-issue epic spins out of March's Web of Spider-Verse: New Blood and April's Web of VenomVerse: Fresh Brains, two one-shots that will debut major players for the reality-shattering battles ahead.

The armies amassed will include a wide range of characters including icons like Spider-Man and Venom, along with fan-favorite and recently-introduced newcomers from previous Spider-Verse and Venomverse stories.

Here's the official description for this upcoming event:

The arachnid war is here! With the fates of...

Invincible has hit it out of the park for Amazon Prime, and it proves that a lot of other superheroes and comic book universes from Image Comics should become animated TV shows too. Following the adventures of Mark Grayson, son of Omni-Man, Prime Video's Invincible explores how his father's legacy, as well as the responsibilities of being a hero, are not entirely what Mark expected in way the honors the original comic book.

Invincible has a 999% critic score on Rotten Tomatoes, with Invincible Season 3's release date set for February 2025. Given the success of Invincible, it would be amazing to see other comic series adapted as animated shows. Specifically, seeing more Image Comics brought to the small screen would be a delight.

For many Image Comics titles, they are creator-owned characters, and these comics go well beyond just the superhero genre. This means that Amazon adapting Invincible does not necessarily...

Bear McCreary's concept album-graphic novel hybrid "The Singularity" released earlier this year, and the team behind the project spoke with The Direct at New York Comic Con about its development.

McCreary, an Emmy-winning composer, collaborated on what his website calls "an epic rock concept album, graphic novel, and concert experience" with filmmaker and comic writer Kyle Higgins, who was the project's creative director.

"The Singularity" tells the story of Blue Eyes, who is stuck in a cycle of living, loving, losing, then dying, before being reborn and it all starting again.

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The Boom! Studios Power Rangers comic franchise features a secret evil Green Ranger that television fans may not know about. Tommy Oliver's introduction into the original Mighty Morphin series as Rita Repulsa's mind-controlled minion was the first time that the evil Ranger trope was incorporated into the franchise. Since then, there have been several examples of the trope on TV - and in the comics.

In particular, Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #20 by Kyle Higgins and Daniele Di Nicuolo features the debut of an evil Green Ranger that's exclusive to the comics and is a member of the Psycho Rangers. Long-time viewers will recall that the Psycho Rangers were the antagonists of Power Rangers in Space, the show's sixth season. The team mirrored the colors of the Space Rangers, but neither team featured a Green Ranger.

The comics, though, expand on their lore by showcasing Psycho Green's origins, revealing how...

The first Power Rangers team did not originate in 1993, despite being the year that Mighty Morphin Power Rangers first hit the airwaves. Naturally, most audiences would assume they were canonically Zordons first Rangers team. However, thanks to Boom! Studios effort to redefine the lore of the Power Rangers franchise, the comics offer an additional history that paints the show in a new light.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #20 by Kyle Higgins and Daniele Di Nicuolo reveals that Zordon found his first crop of Rangers not in 1993, but in 1969. Zordon never wouldve mentioned it because their first mission ended so disastrously that it puts a stain on his legacy, as revealed by Grace Sterling, who has her own big moment in issue #19 by Higgins and Hendry Prasetya.

The knowledge that Zordon led Rangers who pre-date even the original "teenagers with attitude" adds a new element to the canon. It recontextualizes exactly why...

Warning: Contains Spoilers for Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #15When Tommy Oliver was finally freed from Rita Repulsas mind control, he chose to atone for his sins and join the Power Rangers. However, in an alternate world, a different version of the Green Ranger chose to stay alongside his Queen, taking a much darker path. In his path toward conquest, he crossed one critical line that fans watching the original show in the 90s would be appalled by.

Boom! Studios Mighty Morphin Power Rangers comic book series is a massive eight-year-long saga that expands on and transforms the stories of the original Power Rangers lineup. However, while the prime continuity of the Angel Grove teens remained mostly the same, in an alternate timeline, Tommy Olivers transformation to Lord Drakkon spelled despair for both timelines.

Spearheading the beginning of his worlds downfall, Drakkon coldly slayed the franchises most beloved sage, Zordon. With...

Kimberly Ann Hart of the Power Rangers got the most mind-blowing weapon upgrade in the franchise's comic book extended universe. The Pink Ranger's signature choice of weapon was always the Power Bow, but even that isn't the most powerful weapon Kimberly has wielded. Even the reinvented bow weapon which she wields when she becomes the Ranger Slayer as an adult pales in comparison to another upgrade.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #30 written by Kyle Higgins, with art by Daniele Di Nicuolo featured the exhilarating moment when the original Pink Ranger received her most powerful upgrade in the character's history, in the form of the Green Ranger's Dragon Shield and Dagger.

The comics have gone to great lengths to reinvent the Pink Ranger character, but no attempt feels as pronounced in highlighting her competence and evolution as a hero as this arc, in which she earned the Dragon Dagger.

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Jason Lee Scott is one of the most celebrated Power Rangers in franchise history. So whenever fans discuss the best Red Ranger of all time, it's impossible not to put the original in the conversation. But what is it about Jason that makes him the greatest Red Ranger of all time?

In his time as the Rangers leader in the original TV show, Jason provides plenty of achievements or heroic moments that might justify his place as the best Red Ranger, and best Power Rangers leader in franchise history. But for fans who haven't followed the outstanding Power Ranger comic books from Boom! Studios, some of the rmost important changes to Power Rangers lore have been missed out on. And in the end, they leave no doubt that Jason is the greatest Red Ranger in the history of the franchise, without exception.

Jason's Actual Work Ethic is Unmatched By The...

Galactus, Devourer of Worlds, is a terrifying cosmic force of entropy and consumption, and hes just been given his most terrifying form yet in fantastic fan art. Once known as the mortal Galan of Taa, Galactus was warped and reformed by the very powers that destroyed the Sixth Cosmos. Capable of altering others perception of his tangible form, this horrific display by artist Tom Hoskisson shows off the infinite maw that Galactus really is.

Created and shared by Hoskisson (@tomkoskissonart) on Instagram, this stunning art is part of a month-long #marveltober2024 social media challenge that the artist is undertaking to fully design and illustrate portraits for some of Marvels classic characters.

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This horrific and nightmarish representation of the Hunger That Does Not Cease fully realizes the cataclysmic nature that makes the cosmic force feared. When the silver surfing herald...

Not every fan of Power Rangers may be aware of the origins of Lord Drakkon's name. When Drakkon makes his on-panel debut, it was a mystery who could be under the helmet until two issues later, when Drakkon was revealed as Tommy Oliver. After that, Drakkon became the Boom! Studios Power Ranger series' best villain, but the series only briefly delved into why Tommy chose the Drakkon codename.

In Mighty Morphin Power Rangers Annual 2017, the story "Search Party" written by Kyle Higgins, with art by Goi Montes offers readers some additional context for the Drakkon version of Tommy's origin story, including elucidating the background of his villainous moniker.

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Namely, the story showcases the fateful conversation between the World of the Coinless incarnation of Tommy Oliver, and the Rangers arch-enemy Rita Repulsa, in which they discussed the first Drakkon, and touched on why Tommy felt inspired to...

Warning: Contains Spoilers for Ultraman X Avengers #2! The Avengers started off as an exclusive team of heroes, but it quickly became much more of a revolving door for any superhero to claim an Avengers title whenever the world needed saving. While, overall, thats a good thing, and allows for a variety of heroes to become Avengers (if even just for a storyline or two), it apparently ruined the integrity of the team, especially after one hero in particular joined its ranks.

In Ultraman X Avengers #2 by Kyle Higgins, Mat Groom, and Francesco Manna, the Avengers have been pulled into the world of Ultraman after Reed Richards developed a portal that successfully sent Galactus to that universe. Now, the Avengers have to work with Ultraman to not only save his world from Galactus, but also find a way back home. The Avengers and Ultraman come up with a plan to accomplish...

One major "What If?" moment created a whole new Power Rangers universe within the canon. Before the multiverse became all the rage across pop culture, the Power Rangers franchise explored the concept in the Boom! Studios comic series. The jumping off point for that exploration came from a a classic "What If?" scenario: What if Tommy Oliver stayed evil?

The answer to that question creates the World of the Coinless, which readers first catch a glimpse of in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #9 by Kyle Higgins, Hendry Prasetya, Matt Herms, and Ed Dukeshire. After destroying the epic Black Dragon Zord, the explosion sends Billy Cranston and Tommy Oliver to an alternate dimension, led by its dictator and Black Dragon's creator, Lord Drakkon - otherwise known as an evil Tommy from an alternate future timeline.

The proceeding issues and years' worth of spin-offs and follow-ups would expand on the origins of the World of the Coinless,...

The best upgrade that Trini Kwan of the Power Rangers received happened in the comics. Power Rangers are known to have their power upgrades on television, especially Red Rangers with their Battilizers. However, for non-Red Rangers especially, the best Ranger upgrades happen in the comics.

The best upgrade for the original Yellow Ranger arrives in the form of Black Dragon armor, debuting in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #16 by Kyle Higgins and Hendry Prasetya. The comics have gifted Trini Kwan with a few major upgrades - including becoming a Red Ranger - but the Black Dragon armor may arguably be the coolest one she ever had.

Considering where the Black Dragon armor came from and the skills that Trini showcased in turning the armor into something useful, the upgrade solidifies Trini as one of the best Mighty Morphin Rangers of all time.

The Black Dragon Armor Was Created by Lord Drakkon...

One of the biggest lore changes in Power Rangers franchise history happens in the comics. The Boom! Studios comics constantly found new ways to redefine classic Power Rangers lore, as well as reinvent classic characters from the franchise. As an extension of the show, it presented the franchise the opportunity to recontextualize staples of the series in fresh ways.

Among the classic ideas reinvented for the modern Power Rangers franchise comes in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #4 by Kyle Higgins, Hendry Prasetya, Matt Herms, and Ed Dukeshire, which puts a twist on Zords vs. Monsters. There was a time when it was a full-blown, in-universe rule uttered by Zordon for Rangers to not bring out their Zords until a monster grows. The introduction of the Black Dragon puts a twist on that dynamic in a way that has major implications on the difference between this world's heroes and villains.

The Power Rangers' Black Dragon Zord,...

Warning: Spoilers for Ultraman x Avengers #2!Iron Man is no slouch when it comes to designing giant armor. Tony Stark knows when to go big, from the Hulkbuster to the Mark 73 Sentinel Buster suit, and nothing calls for it like Galactus. As the Avengers prepare to stop the giant from devouring a planet he was never meant to visit, Tony Stark reveals an Ultraman-inspired mech suit to hopefully stop the World Devourer.

In Ultraman x Avengers #2 by Kyle Higgins, Mat Groom, and Francesco Manna, the Avengers convene to find a way to thwart Galactus after he was inadvertently sent to an alternate Earth, putting the entire planet in danger. Unfortunately, the cosmic giant isnt the only threat to their planet, as its already inhabited by massive kaiju.

While Captain Marvel and others set off to handle the kaiju, Iron Man perfects his latest invention - a massive Ultraman mech designed...

DC fans know that Superman is one of the most powerful characters ever created. Since he first hit the comic book scene, the Man of Steel has only grown in power, achieving the strength of a literal god. But thanks to the resets to DCs continuity, there are many iterations of Clark Kent. Not to mention the many variants of Superman across the DC multiverse.

With so many powerful figures in DC canon, the question must be asked: How many Supermen are there, and how do they compare to one another? Read on to discover every variant and version of Superman, ranked from weakest to the most powerful.

'Realworlds' Superman Was Not a Man of Steel Multiverse Designation: Unknown

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An average man who bulks up and becomes a neighborhood 'Superman

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No/One, an original true crime-style comic created by Kyle Higgins, Brian Buccellato and Geraldo Borges, is set to become a feature film. Black Market Narrative and Zq Entertainment will bring the Image Comics series to the big screen in a documentary-style movie titled I Am No/One.

According to The Wrap, the film will be produced by Higgins and Buccellato, Zq Entertainments Ara Keshishian and Petr Jkl, and Steven Schneider, who produced Paranormal Activity, Late Night with the Devil and Insidious. Stuart Manashil of Novo will serve as executive producer. Higgins will direct the film and co-write it along with Buccellato.

The No/One comic, set in Pittsburgh, focuses on a digital hacker and vigilante who doxxes several high-profile city individuals, including politicians and civic leaders, to try to weed out corruption in the city. It explores the repercussions resulting from the leaked information. The film will feature documentary-style phone and sit-down interviews,...

Marvel has revealed that Miles Morales' Spider-Sense makes him the ultimate navigator of the Multiverse, surpassing his predecessor Peter Parker's power-level in the process. Marvel has found a new way to enhance Miles' extradimensional travel abilities; this comes as part of an ongoing renovation of Multiversal lore taking place in the Marvel Universe, as well as at rival publisher DC. Miles Morales has cemented himself as an essential hero in the Marvel universe, with his new Multiverse-navigating Spider-Sense abilities making him an even more iconic Spider-hero.

Warning: Spoilers Ahead for Ultraman x Avengers #1A permanent change in Spider-Man lore to Miles Morales' Spider-Sense has officially made it better than Peter Parker's. Miles Morales has become well-known among Marvel fans for having unique abilities, such as his venom strike and camouflage, that make him his own hero. However, a brand-new addition to how his spider-sense works has changed the dynamic between him and Peter Parker,...

Galactus' newest Herald is from the Ultraman Universe, making Zarab one of the most powerful yet. Reed Richards sent Galactus to the Ultraman Universe to protect Earth from the cosmic villain, which is how Galactus met Zarab and made him his strongest Herald. Alien Zarab's powers have been heightened by the Power Cosmic, making him a major threat to Ultraman and the Avengers.

Warning: Contains Spoilers for Ultraman x Avengers #1! Galactus has had no shortage of immensely powerful Heralds throughout his Marvel Comics history, from the iconic Silver Surfer to even an alternate version of Ghost Rider. However, Galactus new Herald might be his most powerful yet. And the most interesting part? This Herald isnt even from the Marvel Universe, but is rather an established villain in an entirely separate franchise: Ultraman.

In Ultraman x Avengers #1 by Kyle Higgins, Mat Groom, and Francesco Manna, Miles Morales Spider-Man has been sucked...

Ultraman X Avengers presents an epic crossover between Marvel's heroes and Japan's noblest protector, as Galactus opens the door to Ultraman's universe. With Galactus recruiting a new alien herald, the collaboration promises colorful battles between good and evil in both universes; as Ultraman takes on the Devourer of Worlds, Earth's Mightiest Heroes will be forced to battle giant monsters of all sort.. As Avengers team up with Ultraman to fight off the looming threats, readers can expect one of Marvel's most exhilarating crossovers ever.

The Avengers have had several interesting crossovers over the years, but none have been as flashy as the newly previewed crossover with Ultraman. When a multidimensional cosmic threat blurs the lines between the Marvel universe and Ultramans, Marvels mightiest must team up with Japans greatest hero while kaiju in both realities grows dangerously restless. All the worse, peace will be hard to achieve when Galactus recruits a new alien herald.

In addition to the Rooster Fighter reveal, Viz Media's San Diego Comic-Con panel brought with it a new project that has the publisher teaming up with Shogakukan, Tsuburaya Productions and Marvel Comics. The new collab is Ultraman: Along Came a Spider , which sees Ultraman and Spider-Man teaming up for the first time. Shinji Oishi has the original story credit, Shigenobu Matsumoto is writing and Sword Art Online: Alicization Lycoris manga illustrator Tomo Hirokawa is handling the art. Ultraman: Along Came a Spider will kick off its serialization on August 14—both in comic shops and simultaneous with Japan via Viz Media's digital service Viz Manga—which is the same day the previously-announced Ultraman x Avengers series drops. You can see art for both below. Related: Rooster Fighter Anime Officially Announced Ultraman x Avengers is a four-issue mini-series with Kyle Higgins ( The Rise of Ultraman ) and Mat Groom ( The Trials of Ultraman ) writing.

Black Market Narrative and Zq Entertainment are set to bring the popular Image comic book series “No/One” to the big screen. The adaptation will also include elements from its accompanying scripted podcast “Who Is No/One,” which features a star-studded voice cast including Rachael Leigh Cook, Patton Oswalt, and Todd Stashwick, the companies announced on Friday at San Diego Comic-Con.

The original comic, created by Kyle Higgins, Brian Buccellato, and Geraldo Borges, has gained critical acclaim since its release. Higgins and Buccellato will write the screenplay for the film with Higgins also serving as director.

“No/One” chronicles the story of a digital hacktivist’s attempts to root out corruption amongst Pittsburgh politicians and leaders of industry, as well as the resulting movement of murderous accountability that jumpstarts a media maelstrom.

Debuting in March of 2023, the series became an instant critical and commercial hit, selling out of multiple printings,...

Quick Links The Boom! Studios Comics Introduced the 1969 Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers Who Was the 1969 Team? What Happened to the 1969 Team? The Aftermath of the 1969 Team

When Mighty Morphin' Power Rangers premiered in 1993, viewers were introduced to the first team of multicolored heroes fighting to protect the world. In the 30 years that followed, fans were introduced to numerous Power Rangers teams, carrying on the legacy set by the original Mighty Morphin' team. However, as the series went on, more lore was developed for the in-universe history of the Rangers, and it became more evident that the Mighty Morphin' team were not the first rangers.

Several Power Rangers series make references to Ranger teams existing before Mighty Morphin', such as Power Rangers Mystic Force and Power Rangers Samurai, both referencing teams existing 20 years prior. Several Power Rangers series discussed Ranger teams from other planets, such as the teams introduced as "powers...

Shift, Radiant Red, the Dead Lucky and more unite in a crucial chapter of the Catalyst War. What started with Radiant Black just became the comic event of the summer. Supermassive 2024 One-Shot #1 arrives from Image Comics on July 24.

The next big comic event isn't coming from Marvel or DC Comics, but instead Image Comics and its ambitious Supermassive universe. The ever-expanding Massive-Verse is a huge modern success story, originally spinning out of the critically beloved Radiant Black.

Now, Image Comics is ready to take the Massive-Verse to a new level this summer with the Supermassive 2024 One-Shot 50-page comic, set to come out on July 24. The comic will cover a major battle within the ongoing Catalyst War, with several iconic heroes leading a daring rescue mission.

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Rita Repulsa's cunning plans and deceptive nature make her the feared Empress of Evil in Power Rangers lore. Through her twisted lines and dark intentions, Rita Repulsa establishes herself as a master manipulator in the comics. Rita's unwavering confidence and drive for power, even after setbacks, showcase her resilience and determination as a villain.

No villain has been more prevalent in Power Rangers lore than Rita Repulsa. It's been three decades since the villain first emerged from her moon prison and to this day, she finds a way to terrorize Angel Grove whenever possible.

Whether she returns as a robot or whether she's even more vile than usual, there's no denying why she's the Empress of Evil. This is particularly the case in the Boom! Studios comic revival of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, although she's currently in the midst of a potential rebranding as the Mystic Mother. Before her pursuit of redemption,...

The Marvel Universe meets Ultraman in an epic crossover event with Avengers to stop an unprecedented kaiju invasion. Marvel unveils Ultraman x Avengers with writers Kyle Higgins, Mat Groom, artist Francesco Manna for a 4-issue series. This historic meeting of Ultraman and the Avengers creates a tremendous privilege for writers and excitement for fans.

The world-famous hero Ultraman is set to enter the Marvel Universe in a new crossover with the Avengers. Five years ago, Marvel obtained the license to produce new Ultraman comics, and now, after years of hints and speculation, Japans most popular hero will join forces with Earths Mightiest Heroes. Together, the heroes must work to stop a kaiju invasion the likes of which the Marvel Universe has never seen.

Marvel unveiled more information about the book, titled Ultraman x Avengers, on their website. The book will reunite Marvels Ultraman creative team of writers Kyle Higgins and...

Marvel Comics and Tsuburaya Productions began working together in 2019, and ever since then, fans have eagerly anticipated the day Ultraman would cross over with Marvel's iconic superheroes.

Well, the wait is finally over! This August, we'll see the mightiest heroes of the Marvel Universe step into Ultraman's world for the first time in the pages of Ultraman x Avengers.

The four-issue limited series will see the return of the hit creative team behind Ultraman's previous Marvel comic series: writers Kyle Higgins and Mat Groom and artist Francesco Manna. It's also been confirmed that the story is going to feature a wide array of guest appearances, including mainstay Avengers, Spider-Man, and more.

Here's the official description for Ultraman x Avengers #1:

Spider-Man has disappeared from New York, an intergalactic invader has arrived on Ultraman’s doorstep, and the Kaiju of Earth are acting even more mysteriously than usual. This can only...

Comic author Kyle Higgins reflects on Superman IV and how Christopher Reeve wanted to explore more real-world themes. Both Reeve and Zack Snyder's takes on Superman were criticized for tackling real-world issues, blurring the line between protector and potential tyrant. Reeve's Superman IV faced backlash for focusing on nuclear disarmament, challenging the escapist appeal of the character against societal issues.

Superman actor Christopher Reeve once faced the same problem Zack Snyder did when making 2013s Man of Steel. Considered by many to be the best live-action portrayal of DCs beloved superhero, Reeve first assumed Supermans iconic tights and cape for 1978s Superman: The Movie. He would reprise the role three more times, culminating in 1987s widely panned Superman IV: The Quest for Peace. Since then, actors Brandon Routh and Henry Cavill would each go on to follow in Reeves footsteps in 2006s Superman Returns and Snyders 2013 Dceu debut, Man of Steel.

Scorpina's comic renaissance showcases her as a powerful and overlooked villain from the Power Rangers universe. The comics give Scorpina a chance to shine as a formidable fighter and a key player in different storylines. By embracing Scorpina's redemption arc, the comics turn her into a hero and an official Power Ranger named the Witch.

Thanks to the Power Rangers comic books, Scorpina has finally become the iconic villain that she should have always been on the original show. Scorpina first debuted during the iconic five-parter "Green with Evil" and thus, almost immediately, was immortalized into Ranger lore forever. Despite only appearing in a handful of episodes, Scorpina developed a core fanbase and is fondly remembered to this day. However, that's mostly in spite of how the show handled her, not because of it.

Today, Scorpina is not only viewed as one of Power Rangers' most underrated villains, but also a wasted opportunity,...

Scorpina's disappearance is finally explained in Power Rangers: Soul of the Dragon. Scorpina is betrayed by Rita Repulsa and banished to the Talos Dimension, where she avoids the Z-Wave and becomes the last Power Rangers villain in canon. Scorpina's story showcases her growth from Rita's henchwoman to a power-hungry villain in her own right.

A canonical explanation is finally given for the disappearance of the memorable Mighty Morphin Power Rangers villain, Scorpina. Introduced in the first season of Mighty Morphin Power Rangers, Scorpina is, hands down, Rita Repulsa's most skilled henchwoman. Her appearances are few and far between at 25 episodes, but she leaves an impression as an underrated villain. Yet, she disappears suddenly without explanation.

Her last regular television appearance is in the second season episode "Goldar's Vice-Versa." After that, Scorpina's whereabouts are never disclosed until the 2018 comic Power Rangers: Soul of the Dragon by Kyle Higgins, Giuseppe Cafaro, Marcelo Costa,...

Zordon's best moments as a mentor in Boom! Studios' comics show his unwavering belief in good and his students, even after death and betrayal. Zordon is a father figure offering tough love and genuine sympathy to his students, balancing responsibilities as a mentor. Despite some failures, Zordon learns from past mistakes, accepts students' lies, and teams up with former foes, showcasing his greatness.

Zordon's best moments as a mentor to the Power Rangers are on full display in the Boom! Studios comic books. More than 30 years ago, audiences watched in amazement as a blue, thousand-year-old floating head recruited five teenagers with attitude, gifting them with superpowers.

The wise Eltarian served as the primary supporting character of the franchise until his death in 1998's Power Rangers in Space. As recently as Zordon's surprise cameo in Power Rangers Cosmic Fury, the franchise has continued to add to the lore of the character...

The Boom! Studios comics validate why Tommy Oliver is seen as the greatest Power Ranger in history, showcasing his abilities and leadership. Tommy holds his own against Scorpina, proving himself as a capable fighter even when he is new to being a Ranger. Tommy's selflessness and resourcefulness shine through as he shares his powers with his teammates and destroys the Black Dragon from the inside.

Tommy Oliver is viewed by many fans as, hands-down, the best member in Power Rangers history, and Boom! Studios' comics have truly emphasized why. As an extension of the TV show, the Boom! Studios comics have come to serve as a means to further expand the lore of the franchise, along with redefining how fans have come to know classic characters. Tommy Oliver might be a rare exception in this regard, though.

Rather than redefine who Tommy Oliver is, the Boom! Studios comics depict Tommy...

Lord Drakkon, an alternate continuity version of famed Ranger Tommy Oliver who never renounced evil and joined the team, has the Power Rangers' most persistent and diabolical villain in Boom! Studios ongoing Power Rangers comic series. Drakkon's key moments include defeating the Rangers' leader, Red Ranger Jason, destroying the "World of the Coinless" version of Zordon, and even killing main continuity Tommy Oliver. Despite at one point being defeated, Drakkon has subsequently manipulated the Empyreals, become a part of the Omega Ranger squad, and most recently, formed the Drakkon Rangers.

Lord Drakkon, the central villain of Power Rangers' comic book continuation, is unquestionably the franchise's best antagonist. It's only apropos, seeing as Drakkon is derived from the franchise's best Ranger, Tommy Oliver. In a major change to Power Rangers lore, Drakkon hails from an alternate universe where the original Green Ranger remained evil after recovering from Rita Repulsa's mind control,...

Billy Cranston's ability to think quickly on his feet and use diplomacy to his advantage makes him a valuable member of the Power Rangers team. Despite his lack of confidence, Billy shows continual growth as a Ranger by facing his fears and embracing his unique strengths. Billy's self-sacrifice to save his friends and his ability to outsmart and dismantle powerful enemies showcase his bravery and genius as the ultimate Blue Ranger.

Billy Cranston's impact on the Power Rangers franchise is undeniable, even after his original Mighty Morphin stint as the original Blue Ranger. Considered by many to be the brains of the operation, Billy was one of the more flexible members of the team, capable of being as useful behind the scenes as on the battlefield. When he wasn't creating gadgets like the team's communicators, he was finding new ways to resolve their toughest conflicts.

Next to Tommy Oliver, Billy...

Boom! Studios' Power Rangers comic books have revealed that there were Ranger teams before the classic 1990s squad, dramatically expanding the franchise's lore. The addition of these old Ranger teams, such as the Omega Rangers and Solar Rangers, is crucial for the long-term success of Power Rangers. The comics complement the TV shows by providing new context, and informing readers about the larger mythology of the the Power Rangers universe, enhancing fans' experience of the franchise.

The original Mighy Morphin team is considered by many to be the first Power Rangers squad assembled by Zordon, but the expanding lore of Boom! Studios Rangers comic books revealed otherwise. As Boom! continues to expand franchise lore, one significant change has clarified that earlier Ranger squads pre-dated the classic 1990s team.

Boom! Studios' ongoing Power Rangers series has effectively expanded the franchise in the comic book medium, telling epic, sprawling stories that the TV series couldn't.

As Boom! Studios Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #5 revealed, Tommy Oliver wasn't Rita's first choice for the Green Ranger. She originally approached Zack Taylor, the Black Ranger. As the Black Ranger, Zack Taylor displayed strong leadership skills, and was always the team's second in command. Zack's leadership qualities were underappreciated early in the franchise's history, but more recent stories have put more of an emphasis on his role at the forefront of the team.

An unexpected Mighty Morphin Power Rangers member almost became Rita Repulsa's right-hand man. Tommy Oliver's reputation as one of the greatest Power Rangers ever began when he was mind-controlled into doing Rita Repulsa's bidding as the Green Ranger – but as it turns out, Tommy wasn't Rita's first choice for her agent.

Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #5 – by Kyle Higgins, Thony Silas, Bryan Valenza, and Ed Dukeshire – revealed that Tommy wasn't Rita's first attempted recruit for her Green Ranger; in fact,...

Nightwing has had a complicated romantic history, with this list chronicling his love interests from his first crush through the present day. Nightwing's romantic partners have ranged from criminals like Liu and Shawn Tsang to fellow superheroes like Helena Bertinelli, Starfire, and Batgirl. Despite his many love interests, Nightwing's most enduring and fitting romance is with Barbara Gordon, aka Batgirl.

Over the years, Nightwing has proved to be one of DC Comics' leading men not only when it comes to superheroics, but also in the realm of romantic plotlines. Having had a higher number of love interests than many of his DC peers, Nightwing has keep readers guessing as to who he might ultimately settle down and find happiness with.

Widely considered one of DC's most attractive characters, Nightwing has been romantically involved with a number of women over his long history in the comics, engaging in romantic pairings with significant others ranging from civilians,...

Dick Grayson, the first Robin and long-tentured DC hero Nightwing, deduced that Bruce Wayne is Batman simply by analyzing their facial expressions and mannerisms. Nightwing's deductive abilities were evident even before his superhero career, and were showcased in 2012's Nightwing #0. Nightwing's natural detective skills may even surpass Batman's, as he demonstrated these abilities as an untrained child.

Before he even put on a cape and cowl, the first Robin – now known as Nightwing – proved his exceptional detective skills by almost immediately putting together than Bruce Wayne and Batman are one and the same, a fact that evaded even Gotham's most skilled investigators. As this proved, Dick Grayson's deduction skills were always top-notch, even before his long, illustrious superhero career.

Nightwing #0 –by Tom DeFalco, Kyle Higgins, Eddy Barrows, and Eber Ferreira – fully displayed Dick's deductive abilities. The issue serves as a hidden origin story of Dick Grayson and his entry into Wayne Manor.

Jason David Frank's final Power Rangers episode celebrated Tommy Oliver's importance to the franchise, honoring his character development and legacy. "Dimensions in Danger" showcased almost every Tommy Oliver Power Rangers form, with the Master Morpher allowing access to his previous powers. Tommy Oliver's Power Rangers story continues beyond "Dimensions in Danger" in the comic book "Soul of the Dragon," where he faces new challenges and passes on his legacy to his son.

Jason David Frank’s final Power Rangers episode celebrated Tommy Oliver’s history and the character’s importance to the franchise. Following his introduction in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers’ “Green With Evil” arc, Tommy would go on to appear in hundreds of Power Rangers episodes across multiple seasons. Jason David Frank, who played Tommy Oliver, sadly passed away on November 19, 2022. The actor’s final Power Rangers appearance happened in 2018 during Power Rangers Super Ninja Steel.

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Though there have been many iterations of the Red Ranger across the Power Rangers franchise, none are as shocking as the Jason Lee Scott version in the alternate reality known as the World of the Coinless. This is a reality where Tommy Oliver's Green Ranger never regains his "good side" after being corrupted by Rita Repulsa, and instead learns to embrace his dark side. A decade after conquering humanity, Tommy Oliver aka Lord Drakkon disappears. He's believed to be dead, but is actually living in the Power Rangers' main reality.

Anthony Burch and Simone Ragazzoni's 2020 miniseries Power Rangers: Drakkon - New Dawn explores the World of the Coinless in the wake of Tommy's absence. Former Pink Ranger Kimberly Hart, who was herself corrupted by Tommy to do his bidding as the Ranger Slayer, regains her true personality and is now committed to bringing the world out of the darkness of Drakkon's rule.

Warning: Spoilers for Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #109!The Boom! Studios Mighty Morphin Power Rangers series is no stranger to evil Green Rangers, but the series may have just foreshadowed their darkest one yet. It all started a few issues ago when Rita Repulsa resurfaced on the moon with a new name, Mistress Vile. After dismantling Lord Zedd, the overwhelming encounter forces the Rangers to retreat without their new Green Ranger, Matthew Cook. Much like Tommy Oliver before him, Matthew is brainwashed by Rita into doing her evil bidding.

The Rangers are finally able to break Rita's spell in Mighty Morphin Power Rangers #109 by Melissa Flores, Simona Di Gianfelice, Raul Angulo, Jose Enrique Fernandez, Ed Dukeshire, Madison Goyette, Kenzie Rzonca, and Allyson Gronowitz. The Rangers literally reach their hands out to Matthew. However, while his head is flooded with confusion and newfound free will, he runs away. Anyone familiar with the...

Batman has consistently faced some of the most intelligent and dangerous criminals in comics, but the fact he's always looking to the next biggest threat has given him a weakness that viewers still haven't seen in a movie yet.

The villains Batman goes up against are generally some of the smartest and most dangerous non-powered individuals in comic books. Characters like the Riddler, Bane, Joker, Scarecro, and Ra's al Ghul are huge threats, sometimes worldwide-level threats, and none of them have superpowers. Because of this, Batman is always looking for the next big threat; if something starts happening, Bruce always assumes it's part of a bigger threat. And he's not necessarily wrong to think this way, considering Batman has faced multiversal threats like the Court of Owls. But always looking for the next big threat or grand plan has given Batman a unique blind spot that once almost got both...