marvel zombies - 10 things to know with detail
- 1. Origin: The Marvel Zombies universe was first introduced in "Ultimate Fantastic Four" #21-23 in 2005, written by Mark Millar and illustrated by Greg Land. In this storyline, a virus from an alternate universe turns all the superheroes into flesh-eating zombies.
- 2. Zombie Virus: The virus that turns the Marvel superheroes into zombies is spread through bites and can infect both humans and superpowered beings. Once infected, the victims lose their minds and become obsessed with consuming human flesh.
- 3. Powers and Abilities: In the Marvel Zombies universe, the infected superheroes retain their powers and abilities, even as zombies. This makes them even more dangerous as they can use their powers to hunt down and consume their victims.
- 4. Hunger for Flesh: The zombies in the Marvel Zombies universe are driven by an insatiable hunger for human flesh. They are constantly on the hunt for fresh victims to consume, leading to widespread devastation and chaos.
- 5. Cosmic Entities: In the Marvel Zombies universe, even powerful cosmic entities like Galactus and the Silver Surfer are not immune to the zombie virus. They too become infected and join the ranks of the flesh-eating zombies.
- 6. Crossover Events: The Marvel Zombies universe has crossed over with other Marvel alternate realities, such as the mainstream Marvel Universe and the Ultimate Universe. These crossover events have led to epic battles between the zombies and other versions of the Marvel superheroes.
- 7. Alternate Realities: The Marvel Zombies universe exists in a separate reality from the mainstream Marvel Universe, known as Earth-2149. This alternate reality is characterized by the widespread zombie apocalypse and the devastation caused by the infected superheroes.
- 8. Survival: In the Marvel Zombies universe, a few survivors manage to evade the zombies and form alliances to protect themselves from the flesh-eating hordes. These survivors include characters like Spider-Man, Hawkeye, and Black Panther, who fight to stay alive in a world overrun by zombies.
- 9. Morality: The infected superheroes in the Marvel Zombies universe retain some semblance of their former personalities, leading to moral dilemmas and conflicts among the survivors. Some struggle with their insatiable hunger for flesh, while others embrace their new identity as zombies.
- 10. Spin-Offs and Sequels: The success of the Marvel Zombies storyline has led to several spin-offs and sequels, including "Marvel Zombies 2," "Marvel Zombies vs. Army of Darkness," and "Marvel Zombies Return." These stories further explore the aftermath of the zombie apocalypse and the struggles of the survivors in a world overrun by the undead.