With each super powers collection action figure of the first two series, a minicomic was included. From the awardwinning creative team that brought you. Whos who cares kenner super powers collection mini. The first two waves of super powers action figures by kenner, each came with a minicomic book starring that particular character.
These were from 1983 and were packaged with kenner toys dc super powers collection line. There was a fivepart series published in 1984 and a second six part series published in 1985. In addition to a minicomic a bonus included with each of the figures in this. I admit the booksnob lurking inside me turns her nose up at some of the books churned out about movie heroes. The 15 most powerful comic book characters without super powers.
Her journey brings her a step closer to batman, but can she uncover the truth behind his disappearance. As promised a couple of weeks ago, here is a look at two more of the minicomics that were packins with kenners super powers action figures beginning in 1984. Reprints the kenner super powers collection minicomic included with dc superhero collection toys in 1983. The which way series were 4 different choose your own adventure books. Most young comic book fans in 1966 were boys, and im sure that they were none to happy to get a millie the model mini book in their gumball and were likely to toss it. The super powers toys spawned a franchise of collectibles, comics, color books and more. Already proving a success with the new monthly comic, this first allnew a1 annual marks the thrilling return of the awardwinning graphic anthology series to bookshelves everywhere. They measure 4 14 x 2 34 with 16 pages all in color. Read super powers 1984 comic online free and high quality. The two episodic miniseries dc comics collects in this trade paperback feature the leaguers battling darkseid, the tyrannical ruler of apokolips that kirby featured in his fourth world saga of the early 1970s. All three super powers miniseries were produced in order to tie into dcs thenrunning toy line, titled the super powers collection, produced by kenner and begun in 1984.
This book actually includes two super powers miniseries. The super powers collection was a line of action figures based on dc comics superheroes and supervillains that was created by kenner toys in the 1980s. But the comic bookbased brand recognition of the super powers. Wonder woman from the super powers collection with superman. Super powers collection comic read super powers collection. Super powers collection mini comic 1983 comic books. The first two waves of super powers action figures each came with a minicomic book starring that particular character. Super powers 1984 comic read super powers 1984 comic. Oa from dc super powers minicomics original comic art.
When kenner was awarded the license to produce action figures, vehicles, and playsets based upon properties owned by dc comics, it was the start of a new brand named the super powers collection featuring jack kirbys fourth world characters and concepts and heavily influenced by the 1982 dc comics style guide drawn predominantly by jose luis garcialopez. But i truly believe that we need to encourage kids to choose books they like. Cover art and plot by jack kirby, with script by joey cavalieri, pencils by adrian gonzalez, and inks by pablo marcos. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. Sp steppenwolf 00 super powers, book cover art, comics. See more ideas about super powers, dc comics action figures and dc comics superheroes. On super powers second series, by paul kupperberg and. Vintage super powers mini comic book lot flash, martian manhunter, brainiac. Steppenwolf from the super powers collection book cover art, comic book covers, comic. Dc is home to the worlds greatest super heroes, including superman, batman, wonder woman. Super powers annual hardcover uk mini comic hand painted color guides. There was a variety of knockoffs, like toy bizs dc comics super heroes line, and several others from other countries. Read super powers collection comic online free and high quality. A true giant in the world of comics, jack the king kirby began his comics career in 1937 at the.
Darkseids emissaries of doom have granted earths super villains with extra powers to defeat superman, batman, wonder woman, flash, and other heroes. Up for sale is the 1985 dc kenner super powers mini comic. They were announced by stan lee in the marvel bullpen bulletin for the july and august 1966 issues, if you want to go back and check for your self. They were created as tie ins both to a toy line put out by kenner, started in 1984, and the super friends. Completely by accident, i stumbled across some mini comics from the old super powers toy line last night. Please fill out the following form to report a missing variant issue from the database. There are many different types of superpowers though most are physical, mental, technological, or mystical. All three super powers miniseries were produced in order to tie into dcs thenrunning toy line, titled the super powers collection, produced by kenner and. All issues uncredited but sean kleefeld puts forth that an ad agency hired out by kenner. A simple reason exists to buy super powers by jack kirby. Find the value of the dc comic super powers mini series. Completely by accident, i stumbled across some minicomics from the old super powers toy line last night. Fourteen blogs crossover to celebrate super powers 25th.
Luthor attacks a nuclear facility and superman must stop him. Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. In the first announcement, stan said there would be over ten million, thats right, 10,000,000, of this tiny comics. Even more than motu, this was a brilliant move as dc was also putting out a super powers monthly comic book by none other than comic book legend, jack the king kirby, so these little mini comics would serve as almost gateway drugs in the addiction known as comic book collecting. These tiny comic books were published by marvel comics in 1966 and were sold in gumball machines. Brainiac seizes control of supermans mind and sends him on. The series first volume was published by image comics from 2000 to 2004. Has anyone ever come across the oa from the dc super powers mini comics. Mar 03, 2012 has anyone ever come across the oa from the dc super powers mini comics. Kenner super powers collection minicomics dc comics when i was a kid, i was infatuated with this line of toys. Buried treasures super powers minicomics, part one doug. The second book contains super powers 3 and 4, as well as firestorm 16. Darkseids emissaries of doom have granted earths supervillains with extra powers to defeat superman, batman, wonder woman, flash, and other heroes. I think both were doing the odd dc book around that time and could have been tapped by the special projects.
Super powers mini series 4 of 5 comic january 1, 1984 by kirby author see all formats and editions hide other formats and editions. Darkseid commands his four mightiest warriors, whom he dubs the emissaries of doom, to go to earth and divert its heroes so he can go in with his shock troops and commandeer their world. The sixissue, second super powers miniseries from 1985, written by paul kupperberg, penciled by jack kirby, and inked by greg theakston, has been almost completely ignored by critics. The first two waves of super powers action figures by kenner, each came with a mini comic book starring that particular character. Mar 07, 2016 super powers mini comics special this week i have decided to take a look at three short mini comics that were included in the earlier waves of the super powers figures released by kenner in the early 1980s. Once the line was on the market, a vigorous merchandising campaign took place, with dc comics and kenner striving for the super powers logo to become ubiquitous. Bad mask pushes the boundaries of comics storytelling in a way rarely seen before in a multimedia box set that encourages readers to discover a mysterious organization through newspapers, magazines, comic books, trading cards, digital files, and more. The mini comics were packaged with kenner toys dc super powers collection line. Unfollow super powers mini comics to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Realizing the sales potential of a comic book tiein, dc soon debuted a five issue super powers miniseries plotted by comic book legend jack kirby, scripted by joey cavalieri and with pencils by. First book contains super powers issue 1 and 2, as well as brave and bold 186. The two episodic mini series dc comics collects in this trade paperback feature the leaguers battling darkseid, the tyrannical ruler of apokolips that kirby featured in his fourth world saga of the.
Busy, busy, busy with moving our youngest son out of the house probably permanently and on to graduate school, and school of my own just kicking my butt to start this year. Comic book superheroes comic books the fortress of solitude action comics wonder woman comic batman and superman man of steel batmobile super powers mostly vintage illustration and comic art for a rainy day, or any day. Kenner super powers lot firestorm and penguin figures plus 9 mini comics. Here are some fun, childtested activities to give your young hero some extra super powers. Kenner super powers collection mini comics dc comics when i was a kid, i was infatuated with this line of toys. This series brought jack kirbys fourth world new gods, forever people and. Marvel comics mini books back to the past collectibles. Dc comics produced three comic book mini series featuring characters from the toyline, one during each year of the toylines existence. The two episodic miniseries dc comics collects in this trade paperback feature the leaguers battling darkseid, the tyrannical ruler of apokolips that kirby featured in his fourth world saga of the. Superpowers are abilities uncommon to the average human.
Please only report missing issues after attempting a. We carry both new and older comics, graphic novels, action figures, statues, etc. This week i have decided to take a look at three short minicomics that were included in the earlier waves of the super powers figures released by kenner in the early 1980s. Buried treasures super powers minicomics, part one. I mean, it was the first time in my young existence that i could actually own toys based upon my great love. Super powers toyline and products superfriends wiki fandom. Dc comics produced three comic book miniseries featuring characters from the toyline, one during each year of the toylines existence. Powers is an american creatorowned police procedural comic book series by writer brian michael bendis and artist michael avon oeming. Dc back to super powers september 1985 miniseries usa 175 owned.
May 17, 20 of the mini books, the spiderman book is the most sought after, maybe for the above crossover and the millie the model mini book is likely the most rare and hardest to find. If this is a regular missing issue, please use the. In 2004 the series moved to marvel comics as a part of its icon imprint. Dc comic books comic book artists comic book covers green lantern green arrow batman green lantern batman comics dc comics silver age comics classic comics. Although some of jose luis garcialopezs praised be his name and dick giordanos work was used throughout the super powers line, these comics dont seem to bear any of their artistic hallmarks. Aw yeah, the worlds greatest heroes are back in a new, allages miniseriesexcept for batman. On super powers second series, by paul kupperberg and jack. The legendary super powers show which aired in 198485 and the super powers. From what i understand, though, these were original stories, and not reprints. Since each issue has 3 to 4 comic books in 1, the super powers first miniseries are split between 3 books.
Since each issue has 3 to 4 comic books in 1, the super powers first mini series are split between 3 books. Super powers collection mini comic 1983 comic books superman 1 super powers collection mini comic promo kenner vgf 1983 rare comic book covers comic books action comics 1 classic artwork superman comic dc comics superheroes super cat book images marvel vs. Super powers vintage 198586 set of 6 comics miniseries jack kirby dc justice. Expand your options of fun home activities with the largest online selection at. Learning activities for young superheroes scholastic. Whos who cares kenner super powers collection minicomics. Super powers annual hardcover uk minicomic hand painted color guides. We have the largest selection of back issues in wisconsin. Find the value of the dc comic super powers miniseries.
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