Who should headline the Magic corner of the Marvel Universe?

[BAT-TAZ]

years ago there was a mini called SUPERNATURALS id use that as a name and have
DR VOODOO
HELLCAT
ELSA BLOODSTONE
BLADE
FRANKENSTIEN MONSTER
be a good fun horror
also have DR STRANGE , GHOST RIDER and an antholagy
to kick it all off

[The Sword Is Drawn]

In all honesty (no waxing lyrical about Daimon's chest in this post) the MU already has a headline title of it's Magic corner; Journey Into Mystery, and a figurehead in Kid Loki.

For those who think that it's just a title concerned with Asgardian things; it's not. The Terrorism Myth has already focused on the supernatural powers of fear in the MU, and The Manchester Gods will see Lil' Loki interacting with the greater supernatural world in the 616.

Right now if anything is going to be spun out, it should have it's seeds sown in the pages of this book.

It'd be a really good way to start. JiM is kinda the 'Sandman' series of the Marvel Universe, right now. In the best possible way.

[Joe Acro]

It's a way of showcasing Marvel Comics really. I mean if you want to show a new reader about Marvel Cosmic you tell them to hunt down Annihilation. A nice big hardcover book. A complete article. A great jumping on point to understanding things.

The supernatural side of Marvel needs a similar tome or tomes.

Annihilation did one thing that I wouldn't with a similar magic event--it was separated from the happenings on Earth. I think with a magic event, it's a great opportunity to use the Earth and show a fight against a threat to the planet (as well as the universe) that involves multiple well-known heroes. Not only can you use Dr. Strange and Iron Fist from the Avengers/Defenders, or Loki from Journey into Mystery, or Magik from the X-Men, but also various other characters who have been involved in mystical or supernatural struggles. Thor, Spider-Man, Daredevil, and the New Mutants to name a few.

(In a story I'd do, Thor and Spider-Man are integral parts, but that's neither here nor there.)

[BrotherUnitNo_4]

It sure is a shame that RAS never got to do that magic event he wanted to.

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Annihilation did one thing that I wouldn't with a similar magic event--it was separated from the happenings on Earth. I think with a magic event, it's a great opportunity to use the Earth and show a fight against a threat to the planet (as well as the universe) that involves multiple well-known heroes. Not only can you use Dr. Strange and Iron Fist from the Avengers/Defenders, or Loki from Journey into Mystery, or Magik from the X-Men, but also various other characters who have been involved in mystical or supernatural struggles. Thor, Spider-Man, Daredevil, and the New Mutants to name a few.

In a situation like that, though, the big names overshadow the niche characters and it just ends up being a regular MU event with magic in it. Like, say, Fear Itself.

[XPac]

In a situation like that, though, the big names overshadow the niche characters and it just ends up being a regular MU event with magic in it. Like, say, Fear Itself.

It really depends how it's written.

Infinity Gauntlet and all the cosmic stuff that came afterwards had PLENTY of mainstream heroes. Anyone think they overshadowed Starlin's crew? Warlock frankly made the earth heroes look like canon fodder time and time again. I don't entirely agree with that either... but the point is that a book can make whoever it wants the actual stars of the story.

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In theory, sure. In 2012, the way Marvel is now . . . if the big names are involved, I don't see them not being the headliners.

[XPac]

In theory, sure. In 2012, the way Marvel is now . . . if the big names are involved, I don't see them not being the headliners.

To a lesser degree I could point to Chaos War too.

I think it's possible to involve bigger name heroes while still keeping the focus on the magical heroes. Right now Dr. Strange IS a New Avenger for example. Imagine if the Search for Sorcerer Supreme story arc was an event... you had Cap, Spider-Man, and Wolverine in it. But the real spotlight was on Strange and Voodoo. Obviously that's not an event, but that's the sort of storytelling ratio that I think you can have which allows big name heroes to add to a story without taking away from it.

[Kieran_Frost]

- Dr. Voodoo (who I'd love to see brought back and given a decent series of his own)

He had an EPIC series; alas it didn't last. If only Remender was given one more shot, now he's a much bigger name... I think the series would last. Please, Remender... get one more chance.

I really loved having MI13 dealing with Magical and Supernatural threats. Captain Britain, Pete Wisdom, Spitfire, The Black Knight, Blade. And Faiza. Interesting things were being done on that book. It wasn't supported anywhere near well enough at Marvel.

100% agreed. Loved this series!

Id like to see some thing done with Nico, Druid, Pixie, and Wiccian

SOLD!!!

what they should do is have Steve create another offshoot of S.h.i.e.l.d to deal with the supernatural (call it S.P.E.A.R - Supernatural Engagement and Response) put Strange in charge, and have them operate like the B.P.R.D

Love the concept of S.P.E.A.R. I don't want boring Strange in-charge, it should be Doctor Voodoo. Wiccan his apprentice; Daimon Heslltrom, Daniel Drumm and Satana involved (the arguement could be made brothers/sisters make powerful spells together); with Strange making guest starring roles. Would LOVE it!

[Corey W]

Magik, duh. Name speaks for itself.

Marvel actually has a very deep magic corner. Even just looking at characters who have received a lot of exposure over the years:

Strange
Voodoo
Doom
Druid
Shaman
Agatha Harkness
The Scarlet Witch
Wiccan
Magik
The Black Knight
Enchantress
Loki

[BrotherUnitNo_4]

Marvel actually has a very deep magic corner. Even just looking at characters who have received a lot of exposure over the years:

Strange
Voodoo
Doom
Druid
Shaman
Agatha Harkness
The Scarlet Witch
Wiccan
Magik
The Black Knight
Enchantress
Loki

Which just makes it even more disappointing that they're not doing anything with it. Marvel's mystic bench is pretty deep.

[MuhollandDriver]

These are all excellent suggestions! Marvel does utilize their mystic side, but I would love to see a line developed similar to DC's Dark line.

It may take a big writer on a core title. Neil Gaiman on Strange Tales? Bill Scienkiewicz doing art on a Magik series?

I do miss Captain Britain and the MI-13 a lot. Maybe an Excalibur reboot that is more dark fantasy themed?

[aNamored]

Well, Parker has referred to the time-lost Thunderbolts as the Satanabolts, so that might give you an indication of one writer's favourite Magical character.

I'd actually pay to see a Parker / Gillen / Walker book focusing on Daimon & Satana.

With Walker doing the art duties, yes please. I enjoy Hellstrom.

[AdamYJ]

Are we talking sorcery type magic here or more of a supernatural/horror type of thing? Because I'm not much for Dr. Strange type stuff but I love the '70s horror stuff.

[BrotherUnitNo_4]

Are we talking sorcery type magic here or more of a supernatural/horror type of thing? Because I'm not much for Dr. Strange type stuff but I love the '70s horror stuff.

Why not have both? There's enough room in the Marvel-verse for it. It's a great way to bring diversity to the MU line.

A Midnight Sons or Legion of Monsters book would be a great start alongside Doctor Strange.