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| ==Plot== | ==Plot== | ||
| A godlike ] called the ] has been observing the ] universe - the mainstream Marvel universe. Fascinated by the presence of |
A godlike ] called the ] has been observing the ] universe - the mainstream Marvel universe. Fascinated by the presence of superheroes on Earth and their potential, this entity chooses a group of both ] and ] and teleports them (against their will) to "Battleworld", a planet created by the Beyonder in a distant ], and stocked with ] weapons and technology. The Beyonder then issued the following decree: ''"I am from beyond! Slay your enemies and all that you desire shall be yours! Nothing you dream of is impossible for me to accomplish!"'' <ref>''Marvel Super-Heroes Secret Wars'' #1 (May 1984)</ref> | ||
| The heroes (the ] choose to stay as a separate unit) and villains have several skirmishes, and there are several significant developments both within the series: | The heroes (the ] choose to stay as a separate unit) and villains have several skirmishes, and there are several significant developments both within the series: | ||
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| ===What If?=== | ===What If?=== | ||
| The story "Brave New World" by ] and ] explored what happened to Earth if the heroes had stayed on Battleworld after Beyonder and Galactus destroy each other. <ref>''What If...?'' |
The story "Brave New World" by ] and ] explored what happened to Earth if the heroes had stayed on Battleworld after Beyonder and Galactus destroy each other. <ref>''What If...?'' vol. 2, #114 (Nov. 1998)</ref> | ||
| ==Other Media== | ==Other Media== | ||
| ===Television=== | ===Television=== | ||
| An abbreviated form of the |
An abbreviated form of the storyline is featured in ] of '']''. | ||
| ===Mattel Toy Series=== | ===Mattel Toy Series=== | ||
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- This article refers to the 1984 Secret Wars comic book series. For the 2004 series, see Secret War (comics). For other uses see Secret Wars (disambiguation).
| Secret Wars | |
|---|---|
 Marvel Super-Heroes Secret Wars #1 (May 1984). Cover art by Mike Zeck. | |
| Publication information | |
| Publisher | Marvel Comics |
| Schedule | Monthly |
| Format | limited series |
| Publication date | May 1984 - April 1985 |
| No. of issues | 12 |
| Main character(s) | Cast of characters |
| Creative team | |
| Written by | Jim Shooter |
| Penciller(s) | Mike Zeck, Bob Layton |
Marvel Super Heroes Secret Wars is a twelve-issue comic book limited series published from May 1984 to April 1985 by Marvel Comics.
Publication history
The series was conceived by Marvel Comics' Editor-in-chief Jim Shooter and primarily pencilled by Mike Zeck. The series was supported by a toy line produced by the company Mattel.
Plot
A godlike cosmic entity called the Beyonder has been observing the Earth-616 universe - the mainstream Marvel universe. Fascinated by the presence of superheroes on Earth and their potential, this entity chooses a group of both superheroes and supervillains and teleports them (against their will) to "Battleworld", a planet created by the Beyonder in a distant galaxy, and stocked with alien weapons and technology. The Beyonder then issued the following decree: "I am from beyond! Slay your enemies and all that you desire shall be yours! Nothing you dream of is impossible for me to accomplish!"
The heroes (the X-Men choose to stay as a separate unit) and villains have several skirmishes, and there are several significant developments both within the series:
- The second Spider-Woman, Julia Carpenter, was introduced.
- Spider-Man finds and wears a black costume for the first time. He is initially unaware of the fact that the costume is in fact an alien symbiote and will eventually be worn by rival Eddie Brock, who will become the supervillain Venom.
- Doctor Doom temporarily steals a portion of the Beyonder's power.
- The Thing remains behind on Battleworld and explores the galaxy for a year.
- She-Hulk temporarily joins the Fantastic Four to replace the Thing at his request.
Cast of Characters
Heroes
Captain America; Captain Marvel II; Hawkeye; Iron Man II (Jim Rhodes); She-Hulk; Thor; Wasp
Human Torch; Mister Fantastic; Thing
Solo:
Hulk; Spider-Man; Spider-Woman (Julia Carpenter)
Colossus; Cyclops; Magneto; Nightcrawler; Professor X; Rogue; Storm; Wolverine; Lockheed the Dragon (Mascot)
Villains
Absorbing Man; Doctor Doom; Doctor Octopus; Enchantress; Kang the Conqueror; Klaw; Lizard; Molecule Man; Titania; Ultron; Volcana; Wrecking Crew
Non-aligned
Tie-in issues
Unlike later crossovers, none of the following issues were bannered or promoted as being part of Secret Wars, but do feature characters leaving/returning from 'Battleworld'. The first issue for each entry denotes departure; the second return.
- Amazing Spider-Man #251 - 252 (Apr. - May 1984)
Note: Spider-Man returns to Earth in a new black costume, with Curt Connors.
- Avengers #242 - 243 (Mar. - Apr. 1984)
Note: The Avengers return without She-Hulk.
- Captain America #292 (Apr. 1984) (Departure)
- Incredible Hulk #294 - 295 (Apr. - May 1984)
- Iron Man #181 - 182 (Apr. - May 1984)
- Fantastic Four #265 (Apr. 1984) (Return)
Note: Mr. Fantastic and Human Torch return with She-Hulk as part of the team.
- Marvel Team-Up #140 - 141 (May 1984)
- The Thing #10 (Apr. 1984) (Departure)
- Uncanny X-Men #180 - 181 (Apr. - May 1984)
Sequel
A sequel, Secret Wars II, was published in 1985.
Alternate Versions
What If?
The story "Brave New World" by Jay Faerber and Gregg Schigiel explored what happened to Earth if the heroes had stayed on Battleworld after Beyonder and Galactus destroy each other.
Other Media
Television
An abbreviated form of the storyline is featured in a three-part story of Spider-Man: The Animated Series.
Mattel Toy Series
Mattel released two lines of figures (with a series of vehicles and accessories) in 1984 and 1985.
Notes
- Marvel Super-Heroes Secret Wars #1 (May 1984)
- Secret Wars #3 (Jul. 1984)
- Secret Wars #6 (Oct. 1984)
- Secret Wars #8 (Dec. 1984)
- Secret Wars #10 (Feb. 1985)
- ^ Secret Wars #12 (Apr. 1985)
- Avengers #243 (May 1984)
- What If...? vol. 2, #114 (Nov. 1998)
References
- Secret Wars at the Comic Book DB (archived from the original)
External links
- The Ultimate Guide to Marvel Super-Heroes Secret Wars Action Figure Index
- The Unofficial Handbook of Marvel Comics Creators