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From Marvel to DC, Geeks explores the popular and independant comic titles in the geek universe.

The Secret History Of Mjolnir Revealed In 'The Mighty Thor' #12!
Mjolnir, the greatest weapon used by Thor, is literally the stuff of legend. In Norse mythology, Loki the trickster god manipulated the dwarves into creating powerful weapons for Asgard; Mjolnir was one of the greatest, and it was actually Loki who presented it to Thor! In Marvel, Mjolnir's origin has always been very different — and now, in Mighty Thor #12, writer Jason Aaron has revealed why!
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
How the Mad Scientists of Comic Books Expose the Worst and Best of Us All
While science is often a force for good in comics, you have to admit; there are a whole lot of mad scientists out there! Ranging from would-be world conquerors like Doctor Doom to men and women who simply don't believe science should be held in check, comics have often given a very negative vision of science. In doing so, they've held a mirror to our own human nature - revealing the truth about the world in which we live, and presenting the same scientific dilemmas that our society must also face.
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
Will the Silver Surfer Ever Return to the Big Screen?
Created in 1966, the Silver Surfer is one of the most powerful superheroes in the Marvel Universe. He wields the Power Cosmic, an energy that is bound to the nature of reality itself, and as such has pretty much no limits. The Silver Surfer's story began when he persuaded the world-devouring Galactus to spare his world by offering himself as a Herald. When the Surfer came to Earth, though, he rebelled against his master, and since then has fought to redeem himself from his universally known association with that terrible force.
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
There's No Spider-Man Without Gwen Stacy: Revisiting The Death That Changed Marvel Comics Forever
In 1973, comics changed forever. Amazing Spider-Man #121-122 saw an iconic plot in which Gwen Stacy — the love of Peter Parker's life — was tragically killed. It's seen as the moment when the Silver Age of comics ended, and the Bronze Age — one of increasing social relevance and far darker plots — began. But who is Gwen Stacy? Why did her death have such an impact? And how have comics and films revisited that death in the years since?
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
"With Friends Like These..." Captain Marvel's Greatest Foe - The X-Man ROGUE?
It's practically a tradition that when two superheroes meet for the first time, they fight. For Captain Marvel and Rogue, that's something of an understatement - when they first met, Rogue was a member of the Brotherhood of Evil Mutants! Since that day, there's been a simmering tension between the two women. Every now and again it comes to the surface - and here are the classic examples!
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
The Greatest Grudge Match: Spider-Man's Greatest Battles With The Green Goblin!
First appearing in The Amazing Spider-Man #14, the Green Goblin has become Spider-Man's greatest enemy. No supervillain has cost Peter Parker more, and as a result, no supervillain has appeared in more Spider-Man movies than the Green Goblin! Whether the Goblin in question is Norman Osborn or his son, Harry, the Green Goblin has plagued Spider-Man's life with tragedy. Here are some of the key moments...
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
Comic of the Week: "Night of the Monster Men" Begins!
Every week sees the release of an incredible number of comics, and nobody can possibly be expected to read them all. Well, not except outright comic book geeks like me — and now I'm reading them all, in order to tell you which ones shine particularly brightly in any given week! So here we go...
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
Meet the New Mutants: The Comic Book History of Magik!
The future of Fox's X-Men franchise is as an ever-broadening cinematic universe, and the New Mutants are set to give us an X-Men film like none we've ever seen before. This is the first in a series of articles that will explore the superheroes who'll star in New Mutants, revealing the legendary comic book history behind these less-well-known X-Men. First up: Magik!
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
'The Night I Died' Just Made The Death Of Gwen Stacy A Lot More Tragic...
Superheroes never have an easy life, and that's particularly true of Peter Parker. Dead No More: The Clone Conspiracy #1 is the start of Dan Slott's latest Spider-Man event, and it promises to be a tragic one!
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
Marvel and DC Aren't the Only Comic Houses in Town: Are Valiant Working on a Fourth Movie?
The comic book industry is dominated — perhaps to an unhealthy degree — by two companies, Marvel and DC. Together, they routinely account for over 70% of monthly comic book sales, with smaller companies vying for the other 30%. Although these companies are smaller, they regularly produce some of the best comics out there, perhaps in part because they can't simply rely on the fact they're a household brand.
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
Comic Book Sales Hit a 20-Year Sales Record - And Harley Quinn Is the Star Performer!
It's an exciting time to be a comic book fan. On the one hand, we have the tremendous financial success of both the Marvel and DC film universes; set aside all those debates about editing, the fact remains that Suicide Squad has broken $700 million at the box office! What's more, we're getting to the time of year when the superhero shows restart. I'm eagerly anticipating Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D., which will introduce us to the MCU's Ghost Rider!
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks
Meet The New Mutants: The Comic Book History of Danielle Moonstar!
With the roll call of Fox's New Mutants confirmed, I'm running through a series exploring the comic book history of the characters. You can check out my previous posts on Magik and Cannonball, but today it's time to look at one of the #XMen's most fascinating characters - Danielle Moonstar!
By Tom Bacon8 years ago in Geeks