Marvel Comics Engages in Intellectual Property Conflict with Predator Character
Going Predator-Wild: Marvel's Next Big Battles
Looking forward to a prolific year of Predator action? Marvel's A-listers are about to tussle not just with Godzilla, but the Predator too! Fresh from tangling with Black Panther, Wolverine, and Spider-Man (yup, that starts this week), the intergalactic game hunter is ready to face off in Predator Kills the Marvel Universe.
This ferocious five-issue epic, penned by Ben Percy and illustrated by Marcelo Ferreira, sees a Predator King squaring off against Marvel's heroes and villains. In an interview with IGN, Percy hinted at this showdown being the climax of previous Predator stories – and let's just say that Earth's heroes aren't in for an easy ride.
"Make no mistake, your faves will face the chopping block," Percy shared. "No one's safe!"
The Vibranium snatched by the Yautja in their last encounter with Black Panther may prove to be the game-changer and level the Predator King's playing field against Spider-Man, X-Men, and the rest of Earth's mightiest. The final issue of the Spider-Man crossover promises to make this clear in a jaw-dropping finale.
Predator: Badlands, Predator: Killer of Killers, and now Predator Kills the Marvel Universe – sheer Predator madness is upon us! Prepare for a bloodcurdling adventure set to kick off on August 13.
But that's not all! Stay tuned for the latest in Marvel, Star Wars, and Star Trek releases, updates on the DC Universe's film and TV ventures, and all things Doctor Who!
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Prospective Crossovers:
- Alien vs. Predator (AVP): Hints in the teasers for Predator: Badlands suggest a possible AVP crossover in the near future [2][3][5].
- X-Files: Though not confirmed for upcoming Predator movies, the possibility of Marvel publishing X-Files comics and a potential crossover remains. [1]
- Marvel Universe: Marvel's comic book series Predator Kills the Marvel Universe showcases the Predator taking on various Marvel characters [4].
- Planet of the Apes: With Marvel's involvement with the Fox properties, a Predator vs. Planet of the Apes crossover could be in the works for comics or other media.
- Historical or Prehistoric Foes: The Predator franchise has a history of inventive battles. A narrative featuring dinosaurs or other prehistoric predators could offer a fresh and exhilarating storyline [5].
- Gizmodo might eagerly anticipate the upcoming crossover between Predator and Marvel's universe, as teased by the five-issue epic titled Predator Kills the Marvel Universe.
- The intergalactic game hunter, Predator, will undoubtedly face daunting challenges ahead with the Predator King engaging the characters from the Marvel Universe, stirring apprehensions about safety among fans.
- Looking beyond Marvel, one might anticipate marvels in the future of movies-and-tv entertainment, including the arrival of Star Wars, Star Trek, and Doctor Who releases, as well as updates on the DC Universe's film and TV activities.
- The Predator may revereberate through the entertainment realm, as crossovers with other franchises like Alien, X-Files, Planet of the Apes, or historical or prehistoric foes could add onto an expansive collection of thrilling battles.
- For those mesmerized by Predator's savage prowess in the comics, io9 could offer intriguing insights into the impending adventure of Predator Kills the Marvel Universe, illuminating what lies in store for the Predator and Earth's protectors.
