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About Batman
by Chad Derdowski, Writer
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OverviewBatman is the costumed alter-ego of billionaire Bruce Wayne who appears in comic books published by DC Comics. Alternately known as the Caped Crusader and the Darknight Detective, Batman has become one of the most recognizable fictional character
How Much Are Old Comic Books Worth?
by Tucker Cummings, Writer
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OverviewFiguring out what your collection of old comic books is worth is a complicated matter. Depending on which titles you own, how old the issues are, which printing you've obtained and what condition the books are in, the value of your collection coul
About Abomination
by Chad Derdowski, Writer
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OverviewAbomination is the arch-enemy of the Incredible Hulk--sort of a yin to the Hulk's yang, Abomination was a spy who willingly bombarded himself with the same gamma radiation that turned Bruce Banner into the Hulk. The difference is that Abomination
About Hulk
by Chad Derdowski, Writer
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OverviewThe Incredible Hulk is the gamma-spawned alter ego of Dr. Bruce Banner. The result of exposure to gamma radiation, the normally meek Banner's repressed rage is manifested in the form of a 7-foot rampaging behemoth with green skin. The misunderst
About Magneto
by Chad Derdowski, Writer
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OverviewMagneto is the oldest and most dangerous enemy of the X-Men. His viewpoint is diametrically opposed to Charles Xavier's belief that humans and mutants can co-exist peacefully. A Holocaust survivor, Magneto believes a war between humans and mutan
About Mystique
by Chad Derdowski, Writer
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OverviewMystique is a shapeshifting mutant assassin most often found in comics featuring the X-Men. Throughout her career, she has been aligned with mutant terrorists, the United States government and even the X-Men, but more often than not is working to
How Much Can a Good Comic Book Artist Make?
by Tucker Cummings, Writer
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OverviewRates for comic book artists vary from publisher to publisher, but a great many artists make a good living as comic book artists. The happiest comic book artists are the ones working for pleasure and not for a paycheck.New TalentA new artist will
About Rogue
by Chad Derdowski, Writer
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OverviewA mutant and longtime member of the X-Men, Rogue possesses the ability to absorb the memories and abilities (including superpowers) of anyone she touches, Rogue's power has been a boon to her teammates but prevents her from making physical contact
Comic Book Illustration Careers
by Rhonda Campbell, Writer
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OverviewComic book illustration careers span across the print and digital industries. Many of the artists work at newspapers, magazines or are self-employed and work as contractors or freelancers. Natural talent is key to having a successful career in the
How to Price Old Comic Books
by Carl Hose, Writer
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OverviewA box of old comic books purchased at a yard sale or flea market could lead to a profit if you know what you're looking for. The truth is, countless old comics are thrown away every year because many people don't know their worth. Grading and pric
About Beast
by Chad Derdowski, Writer
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OverviewDr. Henry McCoy, also known as The Beast, is a mutant and founding member of the X-Men, appearing in books published by Marvel Comics. His savage appearance disguises a tender heart and one of the most brilliant minds the world has ever known.Ori
About Angel
by Chad Derdowski, Writer
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OverviewThe mutant adventurer known as Angel is also known as Warren Worthington III, CEO of Worthington Industries and a founding member of the X-Men. Recognizable by the enormous feathered wings that grow out of his shoulder blades and movie star good
About Juggernaut
by Chad Derdowski, Writer
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OverviewThe unstoppable engine of destruction known as The Juggernaut is actually Cain Marko, the stepbrother of Professor Charles Xavier. Possessing the Crimson Gem of Cyttorak, Juggernaut is granted the ability of simply being physically unstoppable wh
About Deadpool
by Chad Derdowski, Writer
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OverviewKnown as "the merc with a mouth," Deadpool is a wisecracking killer-for-hire with a healing factor and a penchant for sharp objects. He's a product of the Weapon X program and has been portrayed as a villain and an anti-hero who breaks the fourth
About Wolverine
by Chad Derdowski, Writer
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OverviewWolverine is one of the most popular fictional characters in comic books, film and animation today. Appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics, Wolverine has been a longtime member of the X-Men as well as an Avenger and a solo adventurer
About Iron Man
by Chad Derdowski, Writer
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OverviewIron Man is the alter ego of billionaire Tony Stark. A genius inventor and industrialist playboy, Tony Stark uses his brilliant mind and engineering skills to create a suit of armor that enables him to fight crime as the invincible Iron Man.Origi
About Hellboy
by Chad Derdowski, Writer
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OverviewHellboy is a demon who, as a member of the United States government's Bureau of Paranormal Research and Defense (BPRD), investigates, and more often than not, battles a variety of supernatural creatures both in America and around the world.
His tr
How to Buy Old Comic Books
by Carl Hose, Writer
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OverviewOld comic books can be valuable, depending on the condition they're in. You can find many old comic books in local comic shops or from online comic dealers, but buying from these outlets will likely cost you a premium price. Half the fun of buying
About Joker
by Chad Derdowski, Writer
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OverviewThe Joker is a master criminal who has been portrayed as a sadistic murderer, a goofy trickster and everything in-between. Also known as the Clown Prince of Crime, he is Batman's arch enemy. Where Batman represents order, the Joker is chaos inca
How to Make a Comic Book Script
by Carl Hose, Writer
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OverviewComic book scripts combine illustrations and text that work in conjunction to tell a cohesive story. While the finished comic relies heavily on graphic elements, it all starts with the text, which not only tells the story but also guides the illus
About Two-Face
by Chad Derdowski, Writer
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OverviewTwo-Face is one of Batman's many gimmick-based villains who plots all of his crimes around themes of duality. Half of his face is handsome, the other half is hideously scarred (hence his name) and all of his decisions are made based on the flip o
About Nightcrawler
by Chad Derdowski, Writer
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OverviewA longtime member of the X-Men, Nightcrawler is known for his good nature, his Catholic faith and his teleportation ability as well as the blue fur that covers his body and his prehensile tail.BioNightcrawler was originally created by Dave Cockrum
About Jubilee
by Chad Derdowski, Writer
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OverviewJubilee joined the X-Men as something of a '90s equivalent of Kitty Pryde: some new blood needed to be injected into the team and it arrived in the form of the plasma-creating mutant teenager known as Jubilation Lee, also known as Jubilee.BioCreat
History of Comic Books of the 1950s
by Sharon L. Cohen, Writer
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OverviewThe comic book was very popular during World War II because of its pro-American themes. However, as the troops came home and society changed, the comics also had to develop new themes and approaches. Many of the graphics of the crime and horror co
How to Create a Double Splash Page Comic Book
by Chad Hunter, Writer
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OverviewA splash page in a comic book is the first chance to make a good impression and grab the reader. Splash pages normally cover an entire page but can also cover two pages. Splash pages normally are moments of revelation or great action continued fro
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