Defenders: A Detailed Look at the 1972-1986 Series by Daniel Fryda

Defenders (1972-1986) #18

by Daniel Fryda

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Print length	:	18 pages

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The Defenders is a superhero team appearing in American comic books published by Marvel Comics. The team was created by writer Roy Thomas and artist Ross Andru, and first appeared in Marvel Feature #1 (December 1971). The Defenders were originally composed of the Hulk, Doctor Strange, Namor the Sub-Mariner, and the Silver Surfer. The team's roster has changed over the years, but it has always been led by Doctor Strange.

The Defenders were created as a team of misfits and outcasts. The Hulk was a powerful but uncontrollable monster. Doctor Strange was a master of the mystic arts. Namor was a proud and aloof ruler of the underwater kingdom of Atlantis. The Silver Surfer was a former herald of Galactus who had renounced his master and vowed to protect Earth. These four heroes were brought together by their shared desire to protect the innocent and fight evil.

The Defenders' early adventures were marked by conflict and mistrust. The Hulk was often a danger to his teammates, and Namor and the Silver Surfer frequently clashed over their differing ideologies. However, the team eventually learned to work together, and they became a formidable force for good.

The Defenders' most famous adventure was their battle against the Serpent Crown. The Serpent Crown was an ancient artifact that had the power to control minds. It was sought by the villainous Dormammu, who planned to use it to conquer Earth. The Defenders defeated Dormammu and his minions, and they returned the Serpent Crown to its rightful place.

The Defenders continued to battle evil for many years. They fought against threats such as the Beyonder, the Molecule Man, and the Wrecking Crew. They also played a major role in the Secret Wars and the Infinity Gauntlet storylines.

The Defenders were disbanded in 1986, but they have been reunited several times since then. The team has always been a popular one with fans, and it continues to inspire new generations of readers.

The Defenders in Other Media

The Defenders have appeared in several other media, including television, film, and video games.

• The Defenders appeared in a short-lived animated series in 1986.
• The Defenders appeared in the Marvel Cinematic Universe film Thor: Ragnarok (2017).
• The Defenders appeared in the Netflix television series Daredevil (2015-2018),Luke Cage (2016-2018),Iron Fist (2017-2018),and The Punisher (2017-2019).
• The Defenders have appeared in several video games, including Marvel: Ultimate Alliance (2006),Marvel: Ultimate Alliance 2 (2009),and Marvel Heroes (2013).

The Defenders: A Legacy of Heroism

The Defenders have been a part of the Marvel Universe for over 50 years. In that time, they have fought some of the most powerful villains in the Marvel Universe. They have also saved the world from countless threats. The Defenders are a team of heroes who have always been willing to stand up for what is right. They are a legacy of heroism that will continue to inspire generations to come.

Additional Information

• The Defenders were created by writer Roy Thomas and artist Ross Andru.
• The team's original roster consisted of the Hulk, Doctor Strange, Namor the Sub-Mariner, and the Silver Surfer.
• The Defenders' most famous adventure was their battle against the Serpent Crown.
• The Defenders were disbanded in 1986, but they have been reunited several times since then.
• The Defenders have appeared in several other media, including television, film, and video games.

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Defenders (1972-1986) #18

by Daniel Fryda

4 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	72008 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	18 pages

FREE