Monday, March 9, 2026

Wonder Woman and Isis

 

These two heroines inspired lots of girls and were the first crushes of a lot of boys, so I think that a crossover like this would have been a big hit back in the day.  It's too bad the Wonder Woman TV show never featured any of her comic book villains, and this would have been an opportunity to change that.

Sunday, March 8, 2026

Black Panther and Sgt. Rock

 

I liked the brief flashback scene we got of T'Chaka fully suited up in the first Black Panther movie, and it would have been cool to see more of him in action.  Something tells me that he and Sgt. Rock would have a grudging respect for one another.

Saturday, March 7, 2026

Captain America and Catwoman in: "Hydra Heist!"

 

Cap and Catwoman first met in a back up tale in STF #2100, and I thought that this pairing deserves their own full length issue - especially if it could have featured the amazing artwork of the legendary Ramona Fradon!

Friday, March 6, 2026

Grape Ape Vs. Godzilla

 


This cover comes about as the result of a suggestion from Tom Brennan, a Patron of this blog.  I have to say that I surprised that this was never a real thing back in the day.  Well, better late than never! Thanks, Tom!

Thursday, March 5, 2026

Tintin and Iron Man

 

Sure, it's one of the earlier models, but who wouldn't want to spend some time in an Iron Man suit?  I'm sure Tintin has a good reason for needing one.

Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Spaceman Spiff meets R2D2 & C-3PO

 

How different would the Star Wars saga have played out if these two droids bumped into Spiff as they were encountering the Jawas?  Chaos would have been sure to ensue!

Tuesday, March 3, 2026

Batman and Spider-Man in: "Full Count!"

 

I can't imagine how such a scene depicted above would come about, but I know that I'd just have to see how this story unfolds.  

Batman and Spider-Man have a bit of history on STF: The Lost Issues...

They battled Clayface and Mysterio in STF #3834....
They joined the Wacky Races in STF #3755...
The Spider-Buggy went up against the Bat-Bus in STF #3624...
Batman got his first look at the Spider-Buggy in STF #1628...
The Batman/Spidey movie premiered in STF #1014
Spidey and JJJ joined forces against Batman in STF #937...
They were joined by some Amazing Friends in back in October 2011...
The shared a Golden Age adventure in September 2011...
Spidey wore his black outfit for their  July 2010 meeting...
And here is where they first crossed paths.

Monday, March 2, 2026

Ambush Bug and Quicksilver

 

Quicksilver can get impatient with most heroes, so I can only imagine how frustrating an adventure with Ambush Bug would be for him!   I'm guessing quite a bit, but it would be fun to read about.

Sunday, March 1, 2026

Barda and The New Furies

 

The team is assembled at last!  I'd say that this is a pretty formidable group, more than ready for any challenges that might await them.  I have to imagine that Granny Goodness isn't going to be happy when she learns of to this new team.

Barda recruited Dart STF #5042, Xena in STF #5011, Hellcat in STF #4964 and Red Sonja in STF #4881.

Saturday, February 28, 2026

Jimmy Olsen and Professor X

 

I'm looking forward to seeing Patrick Stewart as Professor X one more time in Avengers: Doomsday.  I just hope he doesn't die in the movie, though.  We've already seen Professor X killed off in X:Men 3, X-Men: Days of Future Past, Logan and Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness. The poor guy can't get a break - only Thomas and Martha Wayne have had more on-screen deaths!

Friday, February 27, 2026

Blue Beetle & Booster Gold and Nighthawk

 

Despite his wealth and abilities, Nighthawk was never quite able to rise above B-list status.  Still, I always liked Kyle Richmond and he had a very cool costume, so I always welcomed his appearances.  I think he would work well with the Blue & Gold team, acting as kind of a less gruff Batman.

Thursday, February 26, 2026

Starhawk and Green Lantern



I never quite understood Starhawks's costume.  I mean, It looked cool, but I didn't get how that odd cape/wing hybrid design was supposed to work, it seemed awkward that it was connected to the boots.  That headpiece must have made it tough going through doorways as well. 

Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Vixen Vs. Sabretooth in: "The Model and the Mutant!"

 

Vixen first battled Sabretooth back in STF #3199, and I thought that it was time for a rematch. The power of the Tantu Totem up against berserker rage and a healing factor - who wins this battle?

Tuesday, February 24, 2026

Hawkman Vs. Doctor Octopus


This could be an interesting battle, especially if Otto Octavius truly has the new advantage that he is boasting of. But just how did he achieve such an upgrade in the first place? No doubt he has a backroom deal with someone like Byth or Kanjar Ro!

 

Monday, February 23, 2026

Nexus Vs. Darth Vader

 

Nexus makes a point of going after mass murderers, so anyone involved in the development of a Death Star would definitely warrant his attention.  Vader is a tough opponent though, let's hope Nexus knows how to use that Light Saber!

Sunday, February 22, 2026

The Atom Vs. The Lizard

 


There was a bunch of clutter removal and background rebuilding required on this cover before I could add The Atom in.  Here's a look at the behind the scenes progress:



Saturday, February 21, 2026

The Silver Surfer and Martian Manhunter

 

It's the 15th appearance of STF's greatest villain, Mr. Universe, and it looks like it's time at last to get some much needed back story on this perpetual thorn in the side of our heroes. A Surfer/J'onn J'onzz meeting has been long overdue as well.

Friday, February 20, 2026

Spy Smasher and Black Widow in: "Recruiting Romanoff!"

 

This serves as a direct continuation of the events presented in the first meeting between these two, from STF #4637.  Now that they've joined forces, the Foreground Gun Guys won't know what hit them!

Thursday, February 19, 2026

Fire and The Human Torch

 

Now that Johnny Storm is officially in the MCU, we really need to see him and Spider-Man alongside each other.  They have a great relationship in the comics, and it would be fun to see that brought to the big screen.  The only thing I want to see more out of the cinematic Fantastic Four is of course a Thing/Hulk battle.

Wednesday, February 18, 2026

Fantastic Four Vs. Starro

 

It's too bad we never saw Starro the Conquerer on the Saturday morning cartoons back in the day. I think he would have fit right in in The Super-Friends.  

The FF first faced Starro way back in STF #278...

Tuesday, February 17, 2026

The Super Friends Vs. Doctor Doom


There was a lot of hoopla a few weeks back with the release of four teaser trailers for Avengers: Doomsday.  I thought that they were fine, if a bit premature for a film almost a year away from hitting the theaters.  They didn't reveal much that anyone who follows movie news didn't know about already, but I guess the purpose they served was to get the conversation rolling for general audiences who don't pay as much attention.  I think that marketing will stay quiet for a while and really ramp up in half a year or so from now.  

Doctor Doom confronted the Legion of Doom back in STF #4171...

Monday, February 16, 2026

Katana Vs. Darth Maul

 

I'm not sure how Tatsu Yamashiro found her way to a galaxy far, far away - but now that's she's here, who wins this battle?  They've both got the skills to wield their unique swords, so it would be close!

Sunday, February 15, 2026

Black Goliath and Robin

 

Alas, there was no mention of  Bill Foster when The Ghost returned in Thunderbolts.  I haven't heard that Laurence Fishburne is in the cast for Avengers: Doomsday.  Is there a chance he will appear in Avengers Secret Wars?  Or will we have to wait for the inevitable MCU reboot where perhaps a younger actor will take over the role?

Saturday, February 14, 2026

Bloodstone Vs. Swamp Thing

 

I haven't read much of Bloodstone, but I know he would track down all kinds of creatures.  I can see him setting his sights on a transformed Alec Holland.

Friday, February 13, 2026

Aquaman and Captain America in "When War Comes Ashore!"

 


This Golden Age team up is long overdue.  A lighthouse haunted by Nazis seems like just the kind of case that would bring these heroes together.  Aquaman and Cap shared a Bronze Age adventure in STF #3436...

Thursday, February 12, 2026

The Flash and Monkeyman & O'Brien

 

Apes and comic books have been intertwined for as long as I can remember.  For my money, nobody illustrates primate action better than Art Adams.  That's just one reason that his Monkeyman & O'Brien stories are such a fun read.

Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Captain Marvel and King Kong

 

CGI is the special effects language of movies these days, but classics like the original King Kong and The Adventures of Captain Marvel boasted some very impressive practical effects for their time.  I'm sure young audiences thrilled to the wonders before them.  The only thing cooler would have been to combine the two properties.

Tuesday, February 10, 2026

Hellcat and Cheetah

 

Cheetah has had a bunch of different appearances over the years, from a woman in a cat suit to full on woman/cat hybrids.  I think this George Perez design from his 80's Wonder Woman reboot is my favorite version.

Monday, February 9, 2026

Two-Face and The In-Betweener

 

I had to come up with a fitting pairing for STF #5050, and my favorite villain Two-Face was a natural fit.  I noticed that The In-Betweener had a similar fashion sense and the cover came together from there.

Sunday, February 8, 2026

Saturday, February 7, 2026

Stripesy and Dum Dum Dugan in: "Dr. Monstro's Onion Men!"

 

I thought it was time to bring back the greatest redhead brother team of Earth-STF.  Regular visitors will remember that these two were first revealed as siblings in STF #3241...

Friday, February 6, 2026

Legion of Super-Pets and Cosmo


 This would be an enjoyable battle to see.  The High Evolutionary is one of the more vile villains out there, and it would be fitting to see his comeuppance delivered by a team of animal heroes.

Thursday, February 5, 2026

Power Girl and Power Rangers

 

Sure, there's a new Supergirl movie coming out soon, and Milly Alcock is a talented actress - but I think a lot of comic fans are wondering when Power Girl is going to make her live action debut.  I mean, Sydney Sweeney is sitting right there, perfect for the role!

Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Catwoman Vs. Daredevil in: "Hostile Witness!"

 

Catwoman and Daredevil previously met on the blog in STF #2311, and I thought that it was time to get them together again.  Being able to use the amazing artwork of Tim Sale only made it more fun to put together.

Tuesday, February 3, 2026

The Falcon Vs. Deathstroke in: "The Wilson War Rages On!"

 

These two first battled in STF #3976..., and I thought that it was time for a rematch. It looks like this time there might be a greater for for both of them to battle together.  It might be interesting to see them forced to work together.

Monday, February 2, 2026

Batman and the Outsiders and Power Pack

 

Two great 80's teams, together at last.  I'm not sure if their current predicament is that cause of Kobra or The Serpent Crown, but it would be interesting to find out.

Sunday, February 1, 2026

Big Barda and Dart

 

With this adventure, Barda has finally completed her new team.  I did see at least one correct guess in the comments, congratulations!  Regular visitors will remember that she recruited Xena in STF #5011, Hellcat in STF #4964 and Red Sonja in STF #4881. Now all that remains is for the New Furies to assemble together.

Saturday, January 31, 2026

Metal Men and The Angel

 

I thought for this cover, I would share where the character images came from.  As you can see, there was a bit of patchwork and rearranging required to get to the cover scene that I had envisioned.



Friday, January 30, 2026

Dick Tracy and Iron Fist

 

An odd couple to b sure, but it would be fun to see the city's top cop working alongside the martial arts master of K'un L'un...

Thursday, January 29, 2026

The Greatest American Hero and The Tick

 

This would have been a TV crossover that I would have loved to have seen. I can just imagine the superhero tips that The Tick would provide to his less confident new ally.

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Daredevil & The Black Widow and The Spectre

 

I saw a chance to do a Gene Colan inspired cover and I went for it.  Colan is one of those artists that I did not appreciate as a kid, but now I recognize as one of the best and most unique in the art form.

Daredevil first met The Spectre in STF #3067...

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Green Lantern and Photon in: "Overcharged!"

 

Photon can wield and control light and energy, so it would be interesting to see her get a direct infusion from the Central Power Battery.  What effect would it have on her, though?

Green Lantern and Photon first met in STF #4019...

Monday, January 26, 2026

Triton and The Elongated Man

 

It was only a matter of time before the deadliest underwater  denizen of Earth-STF showed up again.  Let's hope that our heroes are up to the task of turning that evil into a force for good!

Sunday, January 25, 2026

Robocop and The Iron Giant

 

Now, this is a buddy cop movie that I could really get into.  The no-nonsense Murphy partnered with a plucky new recruit like the Iron Giant would make for some fun big screen action.

Saturday, January 24, 2026

X-Men and The Atom (Part Two)

 

Continued from yesterday's cover, we see who has been tormenting the Mighty Mite.  I guess he is action figure sized, so perhaps Arcade just couldn't resist creating game time around him.

Friday, January 23, 2026

X-Men and The Atom (Part One)



 I'm not sure if it's the similarly styles Silver Age costumes, but The Atom looks like he fits right in with the X-Men here.  They are called the Children of the Atom, after all.  Make sure you come back tomorrow for The conclusion of this story, where we discover which X-Men villain has been toying with Ray Palmer..  

Thursday, January 22, 2026

Blue Beetle and Booster Gold Vs. Apocalypse

 

These two have found themselves in all kinds of predicaments, and this one might just top them all.  It would be interesting to see a time traveler like Booster facing off against a centuries-spanning villain.

Wednesday, January 21, 2026

Booster Gold and The Avengers in: "Skip Day!"

 


A lot of prep work was required to remove Spider-Man before I could add Booster Gold in to this image.  Here's a look at the behind the scenes progress:


Booster first met The Avengers back in STF #3114...

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