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From Marvel to DC, Geeks explores the popular and independant comic titles in the geek universe.
The Importance of Daredevil to the History of the Marvel Universe
Daredevil is a character that, more often than not, has been overlooked by newer fans as a minor player in the grand scheme of the Marvel comics universe. Some of that blame falls on the failed movie in 2003 (I know I try to wipe it from my memory), and some of the blame falls on a shifting culture that wants to see characters that don’t carry such a dark atmosphere about them; Marvel has tended to steer the bulk of its properties away from the dark and gritty stories until the Netflix branch of the Marvel Cinematic Universe was launched.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Geeks
These DC/Marvel Mashups Will Prove How Similar Every Super Hero Is (But We Still Love 'em)
The greatest debate in nearly all of nerd and geek culture is: #Marvel or #DC? For decades, fans of each comic book line have drawn metaphorical lines in the sand over the two publishing giants. The debate is likely never going to end, but that didn't stop illustrator and character designer Eric Guzman from giving us some brilliant fan art that combines our favorite characters.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Geeks
9 Comic Book Myths You Always Thought Were True
Superheroes and villains have been a part of our culture for nearly 80 years now. The characters in the comic books have crossed over into nearly every other aspect of entertainment, reaching into video games, television and of course major movies. With the expansive shared universes being capitalized on in Hollywood, it makes sense that the characters in the comics are as popular as ever.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Geeks
Loki Isn't The Only Trickster: Is The Title Of 'Thor: Ragnarok' Misleading Marvel Fans?
It looks like we are set for a Thoriffic time when Marvel's #ThorRagnarok swings Mjolnir onto our screens in November. While the DCEU is still playing catch up to Marvel, there is no denying that for the time being at least, the #MCU is ruling #superhero films far beyond Asgard.
By Tom Chapman8 years ago in Geeks
Who Do I Vote For? - 10 Comic Book Characters We Wish Could Become President
With another Presidential Debate on the books it looks like here in the United States many people are laughing at the ludicrous situation we find ourselves in in terms of choices in the upcoming presidential election. Everyone has an opinion and it seems that we are expected to choose between what many consider the two most unpopular candidates we've ever had on both sides of the political party system.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Geeks
Daredevil: The 8 Things I Bet You Didn't Know About The Devil Of Hell's Kitchen
Daredevil is returning for Season 2 very soon, and after the trailer dropped yesterday, we got our first real look at the punishment that's coming in a little over a month (see what I did there? clever, I know). Daredevil is one of those characters that most people know at least a few basics about. Matt Murdock, son of failed boxer Battlin' Jack Murdock, was blinded by a radioactive isotope that fell from a truck. Although blinded, he soon discovered that his other senses had been heightened to incredible levels. He pushed his mind and body to become equipped to find justice in the courtroom as a lawyer, and on the streets as the vigilante known as Daredevil.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Geeks
Doctor Strange: The 8 Things I Bet You Didn't Know About The Sorcerer Supreme
Marvel's long awaited venture into the mystic world of magic finally seems within our grasp as Doctor Strange is set to join the Cinematic Universe in November. The good doctor, portrayed by Benedict Cumberbatch, has already shown us that he's definitely got the look of our favorite sorcerer. And hopefully we can all agree that this is going to be an incredible venture for Marvel as we will see the magic and supernatural forces on display. Doctor Strange is one of the most famous magic users in all of comics, and with his rise to fame he has become one of Marvel's most popular characters, period.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Geeks
What's Love Got To Do With It? - 5 Dysfunctional Relationships in the Comics
Love is a fickle thing, ask anyone who thinks they are in love, or have ever been, and you'll hear countless variations of how they felt and what it meant to them. It's one of those emotions that is so hard to narrow down, because it truly is such a biased concept as it's unique to each and every person, just look at the following descriptions of what love IS:
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Geeks
Who is Fit to Join the Green Lantern Corps? Rumors, Hopes & the Future of the DCEU
Over the past few years we've seen numerous actors tease the Green Lantern role and we've seen even more fans wish upon their own shooting star for that one specific actor to state the oath:
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Geeks
DC's Gods and Monsters: 3 Reasons Why The Origin Change Works
The origin story is always something that is an incredibly delicate topic to broach with people. We all know for the most part, the origins of our favorite heroes and villains, whether it be Marvel, DC or a different entity altogether; it's usually something that doesn't deviate regardless of the universe.
By Matthew Bailey8 years ago in Geeks
