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Marvel superheroes, when written well, have sophisticated and relatable human backstories, and each hero has a group of fans behind it, drawn to the characters' down-to-earth plight. Spider-Man, for instance, is a "regular guy" who has to balance his superhero duties with practical concerns such as paying rent, landing photography gigs, doing laundry, and taking care of his wife. Iron Man is a super-genius and a playboy, but he has also wrestled with alcoholism and is constantly criticized for his ego.
But who are we kidding? The human traits of Marvel superheroes are secondary to their colorful costumes, fantastical powers, and outlandish ultra-fights. When Marvel fans get together, they don't have nuanced discussions of Spider-Man's personal development and maturity, they talk about which character he could beat up in a fight. Indeed, the premise of most of the films in...
Marvel superheroes, when written well, have sophisticated and relatable human backstories, and each hero has a group of fans behind it, drawn to the characters' down-to-earth plight. Spider-Man, for instance, is a "regular guy" who has to balance his superhero duties with practical concerns such as paying rent, landing photography gigs, doing laundry, and taking care of his wife. Iron Man is a super-genius and a playboy, but he has also wrestled with alcoholism and is constantly criticized for his ego.
But who are we kidding? The human traits of Marvel superheroes are secondary to their colorful costumes, fantastical powers, and outlandish ultra-fights. When Marvel fans get together, they don't have nuanced discussions of Spider-Man's personal development and maturity, they talk about which character he could beat up in a fight. Indeed, the premise of most of the films in...
- 3/9/2025
- by Witney Seibold
- Slash Film
Marvel Disk Wars: The Avengers combines Marvel superheroes with Digimon-like elements, creating a unique and refreshing animated series. The show features iconic Marvel characters battling villains like Loki alongside heroes like Iron Fist and War Machine. Despite positive reviews, the English dub of Disk Wars never officially aired in the United States.
Originally released in 1999, Bandais Digimon was (and still is) an immensely popular anime series about seven children who team up with digital monsters to save the world from evil. Throughout the show, the main character, Tai Kamiya, and the other youngsters use a technological tool called a Digivice to not only store these creatures but purify them of evil code and even upgrade their powers. In contrast, Disneys The Avengers were first seen on the big screen in 2012 as part of the first phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Consisting of Iron Man, Captain America, Hulk, Thor, Black Widow,...
Originally released in 1999, Bandais Digimon was (and still is) an immensely popular anime series about seven children who team up with digital monsters to save the world from evil. Throughout the show, the main character, Tai Kamiya, and the other youngsters use a technological tool called a Digivice to not only store these creatures but purify them of evil code and even upgrade their powers. In contrast, Disneys The Avengers were first seen on the big screen in 2012 as part of the first phase of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Consisting of Iron Man, Captain America, Hulk, Thor, Black Widow,...
- 4/27/2024
- by Salvatore Cento
- MovieWeb
The anime series Marvel's Future Avengers has made its way to Marvel Studios' dedicated YouTube channel, Marvel HQ, to reach a wider audience.
The move comes to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Earth's Mightiest Heroes and aims to offer fans of all ages an additional platform to partake in this celebration. Marvel HQ has already made the first episode available, and the rest will be uploaded on a weekly basis.
Related: 10 Best Superhero Anime For Marvel & DC Fans, Ranked
The series follows Makoto, Adi, and Chloe, three teenagers raised by Hydra, who believe they are being trained as superheroes while viewing the Avengers as villains. Each has been genetically modified by Hydra, granting them unique superhuman abilities. Adi controls technology, Chloe possesses shapeshifting abilities, and Makoto can manipulate air. When Adi and Chloe uncover Hydra's true intentions, they escape and Makoto joins them. Seeking help, Makoto turns to Tony Stark,...
The move comes to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Earth's Mightiest Heroes and aims to offer fans of all ages an additional platform to partake in this celebration. Marvel HQ has already made the first episode available, and the rest will be uploaded on a weekly basis.
Related: 10 Best Superhero Anime For Marvel & DC Fans, Ranked
The series follows Makoto, Adi, and Chloe, three teenagers raised by Hydra, who believe they are being trained as superheroes while viewing the Avengers as villains. Each has been genetically modified by Hydra, granting them unique superhuman abilities. Adi controls technology, Chloe possesses shapeshifting abilities, and Makoto can manipulate air. When Adi and Chloe uncover Hydra's true intentions, they escape and Makoto joins them. Seeking help, Makoto turns to Tony Stark,...
- 10/1/2023
- by Aman Goyal
- CBR
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