The unthinkable has happened, the diabolical lex luthor has combined his unparalleled genius with the mad doctor octopus, and spidey and the man of steel are too busy fighting each other to stop them. Amazons delivery was quick as always just had to change the retailer. In a world that doesnt yet accept its new heroes, batman and superman learn to work together the hard way. Some stuff that they forgot to mention in the dark knight returns story batman did defeat superman but with help, and he faked the heart attack to get an attack on superman, but hey, at least it. A true comic book film we discuss why the films narrative structure was the main source of its abysmal reaction from audiences. Most comic fans know that superman actually began life in action comics. He came to earth in a rocket, a strange visitor from another planet. Batman vs superman writer says superman wins the fight. Supermanbatman premiered in august 2003, an update of the previous series, worlds finest comics, in which superman and batman regularly joined forces. Though no one is killed by the other, batman manages to wrangle superman to the ground using various. Published just a few months after crisis on infinite earths, john byrnes the man of steel updated the saga of superman for modern audiences, changing certain aspects of the character in the process. Bruce wayne meets clark kent for the first time, ditto batman meeting superman.
If youve already read these stories, there is some value in reading them again and in being able to compare the different takes on such a clash. It was written by dave gibbons with art by andy and adam kubert, and was published by dc comics and dark horse comics in 1991. So, in another attempt to sway public perception about superman, luthor tells the charity that if superman wins the race, hell donate a billion dollars to the foundation. Superman wins but batman learns the value of communication. Superman takes all of batmans punishment in battle, while trying to only talk him down and people consider that a win for batman meanwhile, when batman gets hospitalized in. Whether youre an expert or just picking up your first comic book, these guides to the best reads, screen adaptations, characters, creators, and conventions will take you from sidekick to hero. Get the best deals on superman silver age comics 19561969 when you shop the largest. And in this regard, iron man s got the advantage over the dark knight.
He respects them, loves them and will fight for them even at great personal cost. And although it doesnt have much to do w bats vs supes, i love the part in batman and superman comic dont remember issue or story arc really, since i rarely read a complete arc where bats. Dec 08, 2015 its a good collection of batman vs superman fights, both old and new. Other price guides exist as well, both in print and online. He figures that when superman loses to the flash, people will blame him for the charity losing the potential windfall hes offering. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. Is this the battle of the century or the greatest superhero teamup of all time.
Not only are batman and iron man billionaire superheroes in their respective fictional worlds, they bring in billions of dollars at the box office. The comics publisher was so underwhelmed by stan lee and jack kirbys. Lois lane is dubious, but has to learn the truth for herself. To answer it, wed better check the official comic book fights of batman and superman out. A reprinting of various battles between batman and superman that have appeared in comics over the years. A year after superman hit the scene, batman made his first appearance in the 27th. Though no one is killed by the other, batman manages to wrangle superman. A brief comic book history of the worlds finest super bros. Jan 07, 2011 just for fun, my personal view is tht batman is obviously the weakest here, and superman the strongest, but spidey and iron man are in between, so its hard to call, also, without the suit iron man aint sht, same with batman, but spidey and super dont need suits, so who u think would win, this isnt all vs all, this is spiderman and iron man as a team, vs batman and superman. An opened version would depend on the condition of the actual comic book.
The latter, darker character is how the rest of the world views america. Heman dc comic presents 47 masters of the universe, 1st app he man. A new series by the allstar team of jeph loeb, ed mcguinness and dexter vines that pairs dcs heaviest hitters in one highoctane book. Apparently batman v superman isnt directly based on what we.
Today arris answer the age old comic book question could batman beat superman in a one on one fight. Oct 19, 2015 today on variant arris goes to nycc and asks fans and comic creators who would win in a fight. Superman vs hulk marvel vs dc comic crossover wiki. Search our archive of more than 10 million auction results. Well my friends id like to present to you my arguments. Oct 28, 2015 10 best batman v superman fights in dc comic books. The value of an individual comic book is dependent on its grade. I think batman can win a onesided battle where hes prepared and superman isnt. It was the second copublishing effort between dc comics and marvel comics following their collaboration on mgms marvelous wizard of oz. Dawn of justice opened thursday, putting the two heroes together. Also dcs decision to weaken superman in 1984 or 86. Batman numbers himself among superman and spider man as the only superhero with a.
It is a followup to 20s man of steel and the second installment in the dc extended universe dceu. Many were released on cardboard or vinyl records with accompanying readalong books. For decades and decades, comic book fans from across the globe have been debating who would win in an allout brawl between the two heroes. I feel both excitement and trepidation about seeing the blockbuster film that opens today, batman vs. Use these values as a guideline for evaluating the reasonableness of dealer prices, setting up trades with other collectors, and estimating the worth of your collection. If its batman that goes bad, superman will use his alien powers to bring him down. Red son, thats why the 4star rating, otherwise its an awesome comic book to have while waiting for bvs.
Theyre two of the comic book worlds most expensive heroes. When the conflict between the two heroes becomes physical, superman who is arguably insane by this point breaks batmans spine in an attempt to stop the fight. I think you have the hang of what to do in your auctions now we can get to comic book values. Every comic book has a area on the first page all the way at the. Heck, even his battle suits are pretty awesome, from his supermanfighting armor in batman v. The ascent is the motley fools new personal finance brand devoted to helping you live a richer life.
Ah, the two mainstays of dc comics and, of course, the most iconic superheros in the world. Who uses his wealth to fight crime in a better, or at least more entertaining, way. Here are the comics you should read after watching batman v superman prepare for suicide squad and justice league while brushing up on bruce wayne and superman s best adventures share on facebook. Diamond comics responds to dc releasing new comic books. If superman has already beaten one of the best gls, there is no reason to say batman will fair. The first issue of the original run of the superman comic book series was. Awardwinner jeph loeb and the redhot michael turner reintroduce a classic. With fans wondering who will win in the battle between batman v superman, we suggest how the dark knight will still win even if he loses the fight. Its not an impossible combat scenario as there have been crossovers before as when superman battled the wallcrawler in a blockbuster comic book in the early 1970s. Rumors and reports begin circulating that superman has returned to metropolis. While the film batman v superman, coming out on march 25, will show us. I have been a superman fan longer than a batman fan but frank millers dark knight changed batman. Marvel and dc comic books worth big money showbiz cheat sheet.
The 16 times dcs dark knight has gone up against the man of steel, and who won each tussle. When people say batman can beat superman they mean 1 of 3 things. Who wins the fight between batman and superman in dawn of. Art and cover by ed mcguinness and dexter vines in stores august 20. Mar 25, 2016 the new movies title chooses to keep things simple, revealing right away that this film is about a battle between the two heroes and that yes, that there will be someone who wins batman v.
These are the top 10 reasons why superman would beat batman. And because this is a comic book story, the good guy will win. Fans have asked for years about who would win in a fight between batman and spiderman. Justice league action clip settles who wins in batman vs. See more ideas about superman comic books, batman vs superman and superman. The infographics show batman vs superman who would win. First off, i should say batman has never beaten 1v1 superman in a canon comic. Arguably, superman would win the battle in handtohand combat, if for no other reason then he can kill batman from orbit with his eyes, were more interested in who kicks the most ass. This from a fan who has both superman and batman tattoos. Mar 29, 20 first off, i should say batman has never beaten 1v1 superman in a canon comic. It marks the first meeting between the dark knight and man of steel in liveaction. Six values are listed here for each issue number based on.
Dawn of justice is a montage of bruce wayne, played by an emotive rectangle of muscle and tendons known as ben affleck, prepping for his superman fight by. May 31, 2012 batman and wonder woman went toetotoe at a recent press event, as did superman and solomon grundy, and in many ways the fights that ensued wouldnt have looked out of place in a comic book. Batman numbers himself among superman and spider man as the only superhero with a first. Dawn of justice is a 2016 american superhero film featuring the dc comics characters batman and superman. Dc is home to the worlds greatest super heroes, including superman, batman, wonder woman, green lantern, the flash, aquaman and more. The overstreet comic book price guide is considered to be a comprehensive and reliable source for information on the value of comic books, and has been published since 1970. Superman, although batman eventually comes back thanks to the power of advanced comic book technology and the power of negative thinking. Can anything stop a man of steel from discovering his longlost heritage. Shera original comic art full 9x12 sketch stef wilson she ra heman he man mar 7. The third issue finds superman in gotham city and at odds with the brutal and oftentimes unlawful methods batman uses to fight crime. Supermanbatman is a monthly comic book series published by dc comics that features the publishers two most popular characters. Supermanbatman premiered in august 2003, an update of the previous series, worlds finest comics, in which superman and batman. Changer batman doesnt get in the top 10 the best selling comic book of all time, according to industry, stats was marvels 19 91 excellent value to number one which sold eight million 100 eighty six thousand 500.
The new movies title chooses to keep things simple, revealing right away that this film is about a battle between the two heroes and that yes, that there will be someone who wins batman v. The dark knight and the man of steel must journey into the depths of gotham city to. The battle of the century is a comic book jointly published by marvel comics and dc comics in 1976. Who would win in a fight between batman and superman. If its superman who goes bad crazy, drugged, whatever, batsll find a way to get his hands on some kryptonite andor outsmart him. Vampires and werewolves comic books for sale online. Two titans of popculture are finally together on the big screen. This page lists prices for the first 100 issues of superman s appearances in his solo series, which began in 1939.
Before batman and superman faceoff in dawn of justice, we take a look back at the best dark knight and man of steel fights in dc comic books. Oct 22, 2015 weve all been thinking that zack snyders batman v superman. She contacts inspector henderson and they go to centennial park to inspect superman s tomb beneath his memorial statue. Dawn of justice was based on frank millers classic comic book the dark knight returns. Find out what your superman or action comics are worth at sell my comic books. I like batman more and think he can do anything, superman sucks. So figure how my step brother had issues 117 then 21 thru 34 of superman in mint condition in a box along with batman 1 22 all in mint condition and he ran from the government for tax reasons, got very ill and passed away, and they are. Michael caines views on what batman and superman mean to america. If superman is going to win this battle, hes going to have to rely on brains over brawn, which shouldnt be too hard, considering the hulks intelligence level is on par with the average 5year old. Batman versus predator is a comic book crossover featuring a duel between batman and a member of the titular extraterrestrial race from the predator film franchise. Batman v supermans main flaw is not understanding why batman. When they arrive, they are shocked to discover that superman s coffin is empty. Death of superman comic book value price guide posted on by comics watcher 19 comments v chances are you stumbled upon this article looking for the value of the death of superman comic book you have or are interested in buyingselling.
This batman comics price guide will help you to value all the early issues of batman comics. Mar 29, 2016 batman v superman may have set records at the box office, but its a major creative failure and the primary reason why is that snyder, despite his alleged comic book roots, couldnt get this. This batman comics price guide will help you to value all the early issues of batman comics, the series which began in 1940. We monitor the fire hose of online comic book sales across various marketplaces and report on the sales of cgc and cbcs graded books in our comics price guide.
Dawn of justice, the hero with a new tally in the w column is batman. For each sale discovered, we match it to the specific comic in our massive database which also includes variant covers and printings. It doesnt matter if its a superman comic book, comic spiderman, x men comic or old title that nobody has heard of it can hold value, first you need to find out what type it is and age. New 52 superman, though not as powerful as pre 52 superman, was still capable of abusing hal jordan.
Now, years later, signals from space could be the beginning of a trail to his home planet krypton. The ultimate question, who would in in a fight, superman or batman. Weve been selling comics since 1961 our first sale. The 72page book features superman teaming up with the heavyweight boxing champion muhammad ali to defeat an alien invasion of earth. Injustice battle arena comic book debate batman vs. The race takes on an added complication however when lex luthor, who is watching the race, analyzes whats happening and realizes that at his current trajectory, superman cannot win. Muhammad ali is an oversize celebrity comics comic book published by dc comics in 1978. However, as a comic geek my love and respect for the dark knight caves to a one on one. The first issue of the original run of the superman comic book. Superman to bizarre comedies and even sequels no one ever wanted, these are the worst sounding comic book movies were glad havent become a reality. While the hulk is just a big, strong monster, superman is faster than a speeding bullet.