Princess Leia Vs. Aliens

 

It was only a matter of time before this confrontation.  The Aliens have already faced off with Luke Skywalker in STF #1363, Han Solo in STF #2965, and Lando Calrissian in STF #4165. 

This cover required some background extension before I could add in a Xenomorph. Here's a look at the behind the scenes progress: 

Uncle Scrooge and Scotty

 

When Jenny Blake Isabella, comics writer and Patron of this Blog, suggested a meeting between these two, I had to chuckle at the thought.  This issue should really include a sound chip, as it would need to be heard as well as read!

Hercules and Vixen in: "Trouble Beneath The Rubble!"

 

Uh oh, Vixen had better watch her step and listen to her instincts.  This is the unlucky 13th appearance of the Herc/Vixen team, after all!

Wildcat and The Punisher

 

Frank Castle may not be the type to train under someone else, but maybe he would make an exception for Ted Grant. Pity the bad guys that try to interrupt their sparring session!.

Batman and Spider-Man 2099

 

The wait for the third installment of the Spider-Verse movies is a long one, but I am sure it will be worth it.  Hopefully Miguel O'Hara will be redeemed a bit, I don't want him to be turned into a straight up villain.  Batman first met Spider-Man 2099 ay back in 2011 on a very early MS Paint cover.

Machine Man and The Demon

 

Kirby was as great at designing monstrous creatures as he was at designing futuristic mechanics.  A story that combined both really gave him a chance to show off his talents.

The Freedom Fighters Vs. The Avengers (100-Page Giant!)

 

Looks like we have another full-issue throwdown on our hands!  Let's hope they can sort out their differences and all get together for a slam bang finale in the last 10 pages!  Here are some closer looks at the stories included in this Anniversary Issue:

Superman and The Shadow

 

I remember some discussions of Margot Lane and Lois Lane possibly being related in the comments section years ago, and it always stuck with me. I finally found the right images to to turn the concept in to a cover, and here it is!

Coming Tomorrow: STF #5100!  A full issue clash between a DC team and Marvel team that have yet to meet on this blog...

Kid Flash Vs. Speed Demon

 

Between all of the time travel shenanigans, multiversal adventures and company-wide reboots, I'm not quite sure what the back story of the new Wally West is.  I'm glad they kept his costume so close to the original red & yellow version, one of the best designs in comics. 

Blackhawk and Hellboy

 

These pilots have seen a lot in their adventures, but would they be prepared for a collaboration with The B.P.R.D.?  It would be fun to find out.  Thanks to Patrick McLaughlin for this suggestion!

The Thing joins The Wacky Races

 

Sure, Dick Dastardly was a bad guy, but he definitely had one of the cooler vehicles in The Wacky Races. I never thought Muttley was really all that bad though, he just always seemed to be laughing and having a good time.

Spider-Man Vs. Giganta

 

Apparently, Director Tim Burton and Producer/Actress Margot Robbie are developing a new movie version of Attack of the 50-Foot Woman. That could be fun and give audiences a taste of what they missed by not having Giganta appear on Wonder Woman opposite Lynda Carter.

Batman Vs. The Juggernaut

 

Comics lost another big talent this week with the passing of Sam Kieth.  His extremely unique style was simultaneously cartoonish and highly detailed, and his covers always stood out on the stands. RIP.

Chuck Norris and The Spectre

 

I was sad to hear of the passing of Chuck Norris this week, he was a true legend among action stars. I hope he rests on peace - but if he wants to do some butt-kicking in the afterlife, I'm all for that as well.

Iron Man Vs. Peacemaker

 

Peacemaker Season 2 was a mixed bag for me.  While it had some great action, comedy and heart, like the first season, it also has some huge missteps.  The pacing was all over the place, and the series kind of ended on a whimper with all of the big moments in the penultimate episode.  Plus, having the first DCU follow up to the family friendly Superman feature an X-rated orgy scene was a head-scratchingly bad decision in my opinion.  The cliffhanger that the show was left on was interesting, but who knows when it will be resolved?

Mars Attacks The Borg

 

I never thought I would see a scenario where I was rooting for The Borg, but this might be one of them.  Will the Martians assimilate or Ack Ack Ack their way to victory?  It would be fun to find out!

She-Hulk Vs. Maxima

 

Apparently, Maxima will make her big screen debut in Man of Tomorrow.  I always enjoyed the character from the Superman comics and I think that it will be a fun role to play for whatever actress lands the part. Who do you think would do the part justice?

Nova Vs. The Joker

 

Oh boy, this can't end well! Still, It would have been fun to read about from the safety of my Earth Prime living room.

Steel and Doctor Doom

 

I have enjoyed tales in the past where Doctor Doom must reluctantly work with heroes like Iron Man or the Fantastic Four.  I can see this story having a similar tense dynamic.

Doc Samson and 4 Famous Co-Stars

 I'd like to be a fly on the wall for this therapy session.  Hopefully they all find some inner peace.  

Doc Samson first met Batman in one of my very first covers, an MS Paint effort from the first few days of the blog...