Comics have never been so popular, especially when they are superheroes. Whether we see them on big screens, on TV, or on the pages of the comics themselves, superheroes are big business, of which the kings are Marvel and DC. Constantly appearing in the media, these companies have managed to cash in on the growing public love. However, while Marvel enters a new phase in the development of its universe, and DC preparing to unite the heroes of the Justice League for the first time on the big screen, many are beginning to think that companies have overcrowded the market.
Possibly the monopoly that was held Marvel and DC in the genre all these years, it could have come to its end, and it is time to find something new. Therefore, before everyone switches their attention from Marvel and DC, for you 15 comics are not from their universes, and they are just as good, if not even better. 10 best Russian comics.
15. Danger Girl
And the first on our list are the comics series "Dangerous girl"Published IDW Publishing... The plot tells about the adventures of a group of girls - secret agents and their struggle against a group of villains called The hammer (Hammer). This comic is similar in style to Charlie's Angels, there are even hints of James Bond with his action, fun adventures and wit.
The plot revolves around Abby Chase, a great shooter and multilingual scientist. As a loner, at first she cannot become part of the team, but soon the girl gets closer to other heroes and together they still have time to kick a bunch of asses. Something to start with for all lovers of something simple, sexy and fun.
14. Spawn
Like several other characters on our list, Spawn is the unfortunate victim of a gruesome adaptation. If you forget that movie, Spawn is a bold, dark and beautifully described character.
Albert "E-mailSimmons quickly rose through the ranks of the Marine Corps, and even thwarted an assassination attempt against the President. This was the reason for his transfer to the CIA department specializing in covert operations. Unfortunately, he was killed and sent to Hell. Having made a deal with the evil creature Melbolgia, Simmons returns to Earth, but in the form of the anti-hero Spawn.
Starting off by recruiting street gangs and bandits, Spawn soon becomes “King of the Rat City"; a gloomy place where all the scum and homeless live. However, soon Spawn falls under the attention of higher powers, while all his battles now take place on a level between good and evil. You might be interested in article 15 comic book heroes from different countries.
13. Y: The Last Man
A dystopian apocalyptic crisis envelops the pages of the comic. He talks about 2002, in which every creature with a Y chromosome dies under mysterious circumstances. The consequences of the death of all men have a huge impact on the remaining women. Their abrupt death not only leads to plane crashes and other disasters, but also makes society itself turn into chaos, while women learn to live without men.
When everything calms down, only one man is alive. A young artist named Yorick Brown and his pet monkey managed to escape. The news of his existence quickly spreads to groups and factions that already want to catch, and even kill him. Yorick must survive and find out what happened before the human race disappears. Y: The Last Man is a new take on the apocalyptic genre.
12. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
It doesn't matter where, from a huge number of TV shows, films or video games, but everyone knows these turtles - fighters against criminals. Turtles have been a huge part of the culture for over 20 years. But, nevertheless, they started with the comics. The brainchild of artists and writers Kevin Eastman and Peter Laird, they were intended to be a parody of more famous superheroes. Especially Marvel's Daredevil, which the creators call their inspiration.
So much so that Splinter, the turtle teacher and mentor, has its origins in Stick, who trained the young Daredevil to properly use his gift. Even the enemies of the turtles "Clan paws"- a mockery of the enemy of Daredevil, the clan"Hand».
Although their lives began as a tribute to the former heroes, and were conceived only as a comic, they soon became incredibly popular. They themselves became heroes with the right to compete with their predecessors. Regardless, it is still a pleasure to go back to basics and watch their humble start.
11.X
Dark horse comics have published some really great comics over the years, but this one is a real gem. Beginning in the series Comics Greatest World, soon X stood out enough to get its own series. The comic ran from 1994 to 1996 and re-launched in 2013.
A dark vigilant with a passion for killing. First warning, next warning death. Doing justice himself, X seeks to clear the streets and government of the riffraff. As a skilled marksman and swordsman, X also regains strength that allows him to rival the Punisher or even Deadpool.
10. Shadowman
The main super-hero in the comics from Valiant Comics, it debuted in 1992 and quickly became a popular comic strip. So popular that in its first year it surpassed Batman, Iron Man, Hulk, and even the Justice League in sales. The Shadow Man has also become popular in the video game industry. Many already know about it, but we will nevertheless bring up to date those who are not in the subject.
A young jazz musician returns home with a beautiful lady at night, only his drink turns out to be poisoned, and Jack Boneface faints. Waking up the next morning, he finds that the woman is not around, and his life will never be the same. He was transformed into a Shadow Man using Voodoo magic. Soon it is not only Bouniface, but also dead bodies that begin to walk the Earth like zombies. The Shadow Man is a new take on not only the lone vigilant, but also the zombie genre.
9. Kick-Ass
Many comic book fans may know that Mordoboy was published under Marvel Icon... But since Icon - a budded process Marvel, it seems to us that he fully deserves his place.
In a society where everyone is obsessed with superheroes, why didn't anyone become one of them? This question is asked by high school student Dave Lizevski exactly until he decides to become a hero known as Mordoba. During his introduction to the world of superheroes, he meets Killer and Big Daddy, who are trying to cope with the gangster Genovaze.
Face Slayer is one of those rare comics whose movie adaptations were really good. Staying close to the original material, the film won good reviews. But even so, it's worth rereading the good old comic strip.
8. The Darkness
Before humanity began its existence, there was only an ancient force called the Darkness. As a spirit of chaos, Darkness is one of the two main forces, with its female counterpart - Angelus. When God allowed the light of Angelus to pierce the chaos, it was the beginning of an eternal cosmic war between the two forces.
Trying to end the war, the Darkness penetrates the human world and conquers it, granting them possession of the demons and their world. The modern ruler of Darkness is the mafia assassin Jackie Estacado, who, on his 21st birthday, unreasonably gains power over the Darkness and its power.
The comic is dark, unrestrained and filled with all the bad things in life. This is exactly what you need if you want to hide from the colorful and sometimes bizarre world. Marvel and DC.
7. Hellboy
Another great comic from Dark horse and a fairly new hero compared to the competition. It was first published in the 90s. Hellboy has earned immense popularity and success thanks to films about the demon hero.
While the Nazi occultists are trying to change the course of World War II, they bring a demon child named Anung un Rama into the world. Unfortunately for them, the allied forces find the child and take him to the Bureau of Paranormal Investigation and Defense. He grows up under the wing of Professor Trevor Brathenholm and soon becomes an important figure. He does everything to save the world from the evil that dwells in him. But the fact that Hellboy is a huge red demon with horns and a tail means he will never be able to get along with humans.
As with other dark heroes (Batman, Wolverine), isolation has a special effect on his mental state.... When Hellboy was in its infancy, he was suggested by DC, but they didn't accept it because they didn't like the concept of Hell on their pages. We are grateful that they did this, because Dark Horse has given more freedom to its writers and artists.
6. Buffy / Angel / Buffy / Angel
In the 90s Buffy the Vampire Slayer was the biggest show. We all got hooked back then, watching Buffy's adventures, high school trials, and random apocalypses every week. After three seasons, Buffy's beloved Angel leaves SunnyDale for the bright lights of LA. Becoming a private detective, Angel became that rare spin-off that was really good and helped develop the vampire universe created by Joss Whedon.
While both series were on TV, Dark horse has produced several comics. However, they were detached from the show and didn't last long. Only after the final episode of the series, a whole series was released. All those who consider themselves fans of Buffy or Angel are required to read the comics.
5. Judge Dredd
Judge Dredd is one of those characters who has not one, but two horrible films about themselves. So, all those who are familiar with films, forget everything you've seen. Read the comics and enjoy the real beauty of the Judge.
Mega City is a dystopian city where the law is fast and strict. People are ruled "Street judges". It is their job to enforce the law. They are also both judges, jury and executors of the sentence. But the most famous and ruthless of the Street Judges is Judge Dredd. Comics differ from films in many ways, but most of all in tone and style. Dredd is not a hero and does not try to be one. He is cold, calculating, and does his job better than anyone.
4. Boys / The Boys
If anyone here is into rape and sex comics then look no further. Boys are definitely not for children.
The comic describes a world in which there are super heroes and super powers that guard the world. However, once superheroes earn celebrity status, fame spoils them and they engage in reckless behavior. It often ends with the world at risk, because they live their lives, doing what they want, knowing that nothing will stop them. Is it so? Detachment "Boys"From the CIA, he tackles problems as brutally as he can.
At "Boys»Had a difficult past associated with the transition to another publisher. They even closed for a while. But this only makes the comic book even better, because the writers never held back with instructions, and the Boys did whatever they wanted.
3. The Walking Dead
Another newcomer to the comic book world and another life changing comic. The series became the most popular on TV. He spawned a franchise with his spin-off shows "Fear the Walking Dead", Several animated comics, stories and video games that have helped Walkers become a very active brand.
However, don't forget the original source that sparked interest in the zombie war. The comic focuses on Deputy Sheriff Rick Grimes, shot while doing duty. When he awakens from his coma, he learns that the zombie apocalypse is in full swing. While the show and the comic agree on a general concept, they differ in storylines and content. The comic is well worth reading.
2. Preacher
Jesse Caster is a preacher in the small town of Anville, Texas. But not just any, but possessed by a creature named Genesis. Genesis combines an angel and a demon, he has no will, but he has power. Strength can rival the divine, and when he is combined with Caster, he is the most powerful being in the universe. Caster, with his girlfriend Tulip and a vampire named Cassidy, travel to the United States in search of God, who, as it turns out, left Heaven when Genesis appeared.
There were several attempts to film adaptation, but none were able to get through to the screen. But that was exactly until Seth Rogan convinced AMC to create an entire season. So if no one has seen a TV show, or even if they have seen, the comic is great reading for those who are tired of cute, family comics from Marvel and DC.
1. Invincible
If you want to move from Marvel and DC but still want to stay in the genre “classicSuperheroes, then Invincible is a good start.
The story follows a teenager, Mark Grayson, who learns about his legacy and finds new opportunities. As the son of Omniman, he inherits his father's powers and vows to protect Earth. Reminiscent of other young heroes, such as Spider-Man, Invincible shows all the difficulties that a person faces when he has a hard fate on his shoulders.
The adaptations never made it. However, the fact that there are so few of them is the reason that he came first. The comic has remained untainted, which is exactly what should be preserved throughout the pages.
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