The Punisher Vs. Nexus

 

This is another cover that looks relatively simple, but required a bit of prep work.  I had to remove and replace Nexus's targets prior to adding Frank Castle in.  Here is a look at the behind the scenes progress:

Coming Tomorrow:  STF #4600!

Ms. Marvel and Plastic Man

 

I thought it would be fun to have the original stretching hero cross paths with one of the newer kids on the block.  It might be interesting to see Plas in a mentor role.  He's been given a son in the comics, but that's still a side of him that we haven't seen enough of.

Doctor Fate Vs. Dormammu

 

This cover required a bit of background extension and repair before I could add in Dr. Fate and the JLA Satellite.  Here's a look at the behind the scenes progress:

Hawkman and The Spirit

 

I have mentioned before on this blog that my favorite cover artists for Marvel and DC are Gil Kane and Nick Cardy, respectively.  If you were to ask me who my favorite cover artist for non-Marvel and DC titles, it would have to be Will Eisner.  His cover scenes were filled with mood, action and great character design.  Plus, his utilization of text and logos as part of the art always made them special.

Steel and Captain America

 

This is another team up that I feel has been long overdue.  I can see these two working very well together. I just cut the cord, so I will have to wait to watch the final episodes of Superman and Lois when they show up on Max, but I am hoping for at least one more big action sequence from Steel.

Adam Strange and the Inhumans in: "Tomorrow's Terror... Today!"

 

There's a little too much light pollution where I live, so I don't pull out my telescope to use very often.  When I do, I like to check out Jupiter or Saturn if I can, and looking close up at the Moon is always cool.  It makes me think about the dark side which never faces us - who's to say there isn't a Blue Area over there, just waiting for a team of heroes to call it it their home base?

Adam Strange first met The Inhumans in STF #4372...

Elongated Man and Wolverine

 

Not a pairing that might immediately come to mind, but one that I would love to see, as Ralph Dibny is one of my favorite everyman heroes, and I like seeing him matched with different characters.  Besides, Logan has plenty of mysteries in his life, who's to say he wouldn't call upon the stretchable sleuth for some assistance?

Kolchak: The Night Stalker and The Phantom Stranger

 

The Phantom Stranger is a character that I would love to see join the DCU.  He may not get his own movie or series, but he could be like a spooky Nick Fury in that he could show up in other character's projects at key moments to offer guidance or assistance.  I bet it would be a fun role for an actor to portray.

Big Barda Vs. The Hulk

 

Something tells me that these two would get along pretty well.  Even so, it would be fun to watch them in battle with one another.  They could really let loose and present a truly spectacular fight scene if the artist assigned to it cuts loose as well.

The Totalitarians (Vs. One Punch Man)

 

I've been getting requests for The Totalitarians to return for a third appearance, but it was tricky to find an opponent that could provide a challenge for such a powerful team. Then, I also received some requests for One Punch Man to make his STF debut - he seemed like the prefect choice to up against this villainous team.

Edna Mode and 4 Famous Co-Stars

 

If you are going to wear a big initial on your costume, just be sure you are aware of who you are standing next to!  Let's hope these guys can get some fashion tips from superherodom's top designer!

Iron Man and Captain Marvel

 

The similar color schemes make these two heroes look good together.  Captain Marvel has magic based abilities of flight, speed and strength with a nice guy personality and a youthful identity, so he has aspects of Dr. Strange, Thor, Quicksilver, Captain America and Spider-Man all rolled into one - It would be interesting to see Tony Stark's reaction to working with him.

Doctor Who and Mr. Terrific

 The classic Dr. Who with Tom Baker was appointment television for me.  I remember that it would come on after school on weeknights and I would watch it regularly with my siblings.  The show has had many iterations over the years, but those are the episodes that still define the franchise for me.

Mr. Fantastic and Black Canary

 

Not a pairing that naturally comes to mind, but Dinah Lance is no stranger to crossing dimensions and Reed Richards works well with blondes, so why not?  Besides, the images worked well together and I had the perfect title that I wanted to use!

Jonah Hex and The West Coast Avengers

 

We've seen stories where Hex moves ahead in time, but I like it when heroes from the future come back to visit him as well.  I remember really liking the two part story in Justice League of America #198-199, where the leaguers met a bunch of DC's Western heroes.  I would be cool to see the Avengers do the same.

Linus and Brother Voodoo

 Happy Halloween! As a fan of the It's The Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown , and I wanted to present the type of ending to that story that I would have liked to have seen - I always felt so bad for Linus. 

Captain Marvel and Swamp Thing

 

There have been some false alarms over the years, but Mar-Vell remains one of the few heroes to die in comics and remain dead, even decades later.  I am glad that the integrity of his story has been kept intact - but I wouldn't mind seeing some new stories featuring him in flashback tales from his prime.  

The Spectre and Sub-Mariner

 

You rarely see Namor intimidated by heroes of the surface world, but I think that working alongside The Spectre might just be an exception to that rule.  It would be interesting to see how these big personalities clash.

The Iron Giant and Robotman

 I just watched The Wild Robot, which I was worried would just be an Iron Giant rip off.  I was very happy that other than involving a robot, the similarities ended there.  Well, the other parallel would be the quality of both films. The Wild Robot's story was fantastic with heart, action and humor and the animation was absolutely beautiful, including some truly breathtaking scenes. See it on the big screen if you can.

She-Hulk and Power Girl (Vs. Mr. Universe!)

 

You knew he just wouldn't stay down!  Mr. Universe is back to vex the heroes of Earth-STF! Will this group be enough to put him away for good - or will he be back?  Power Girl and She-Hulk were last seen fighting the Psycho Pirate in STF #3743, and they first met in STF #1482...