Defenders 1972-1986 Series by Arnold Drake, Steve Gerber, Don Heck, Stan Lee, Roy Thomas, Steve Englehart, Len Wein, Roger Slifer, David Anthony Kraft, Gerry Conway, Mary Skrenes, John David Warner, Don McGregor, Naomi Basner, Scott Edelman, Chris Claremont, Ed Hannigan, George Tuska, Tony Isabella, Jim Starlin, Bill Everett, Steve Ditko, Dennis O'Neil, Bill Mantlo, Roger Stern, Jim Shooter, David Michelinie, Mark Gruenwald, Bob McLeod

3.62 · 34 ratings
  • Marvel Masterworks: The Defenders, Vol. 1 (Defenders 1972-1986 #1-6)
    #1-6

    Marvel Masterworks: The Defenders, Vol. 1 (Defenders 1972-1986 #1-6)

    Roy Thomas, Steve Englehart

    Rated: 3.67 of 5 stars
    · 3 ratings · published 2008

    Vol. 100 in the Marvel Masterworks Library. Reprints: Sub-Mariner #34-35, Marvel Feature #1-3 and Defenders #1-6.

  • Essential Avengers, Vol. 5 (Defenders 1972-1986 #8-11)
    #8-11

    Essential Avengers, Vol. 5 (Defenders 1972-1986 #8-11)

    Roy Thomas, Chris Claremont, Steve Englehart, Steve Gerber, George Tuska

    Rated: 4.00 of 5 stars
    · 3 ratings · published 1974

    From the Sentinels and the Savage Land Mutates to Loki, Dormammu and Thanos, the Avengers prove the universe's worst is no match for their best! Magnetic mayhem and nuclear nostalgia! Featuring Golden Age guest-stars, mythic menaces and more! Plus: the Avengers-Defenders War and Hawkeye vs. Daredevil! Includes rare Marvel work by best-selling author Harlan Ellison! COLLECTING: Avengers #98-119, Daredevil #99, Defenders #8-11

  • Avengers/Defenders War (Defenders 1972-1986 #8-11)
    #8-11

    Avengers/Defenders War (Defenders 1972-1986 #8-11)

    Steve Englehart

    Rated: 3.33 of 5 stars
    · 6 ratings · published 1973

    While the Avengers are the world's mightiest heroes, the Defenders are a motley crew only united in times of crisis. Now these two team clash after being fooled by the trickster Loki and Dormammu into believing themselves to be enemies. Who will prevail when Silver Surfer clashes with The Vision, Namor challenges Captain America and the Hulk battles Thor.Collects: Avengers #115-118, Defenders #8-11

  • Avengers Epic Collection Vol. 7: The Avengers/Defenders War (Defenders 1972-1986 #8-11)
    #8-11

    Avengers Epic Collection Vol. 7: The Avengers/Defenders War (Defenders 1972-1986 #8-11)

    Steve Englehart, Roy Thomas, Jim Starlin, Gerry Conway

    Rated: 3.50 of 5 stars
    · 2 ratings · published 2018

    The Avengers battle the Defenders in comics' first great crossover battle royal! It's hero against hero in the sensational summer hit of 1973. Cap vs. Namor! Thor vs. Hulk! It's the original and there's never been another one like it. Also featuring the origin of Mantis; an all-hands-on-deck battle with the Zodiac; the Avengers vs... more

  • Essential Defenders, Vol. 1 (Defenders 1972-1986 #1-14)
    #1-14

    Essential Defenders, Vol. 1 (Defenders 1972-1986 #1-14)

    Stan Lee, Roy Thomas, Steve Englehart, Len Wein

    Rated: 3.75 of 5 stars
    · 4 ratings · published 1974

    Dr. Strange. Namor. The Hulk. The Silver Surfer. Set apart from others by nature and choice, this team of Marvel's mightiest loners embarked a string of strange adventures rarely equaled since - joined by some of the most off-kilter heroes of their time. Sorcery! Super-science! The war of the super-heroes! Learn how the "non-team" got its non-start in this multi-title compilation!Collects Dr... more

  • Marvel Masterworks: The X-Men Volume 8 (Defenders 1972-1986 #15-16)
    #15-16

    Marvel Masterworks: The X-Men Volume 8 (Defenders 1972-1986 #15-16)

    Steve Englehart, Len Wein

    Rated: 3.50 of 5 stars
    · 2 ratings · published 2010

    It was August 1961, and change was in the air. Throughout the nation, a new comic book filled the stands, heralding an era of creativity soon to be dubbed the Marvel Age of Comics. Fantastic Four #1 did not feature the squeaky-clean heroes of yesteryear, clad in gaudy primary colors and hiding behind secret identities. These were real characters placed in extraordinary circumstances. They lived together, they fought among themselves and sometimes, they even lost to the bad guys... more

  • Guardians of the Galaxy: Earth Shall Overcome (Defenders 1972-1986 #26-29)
    #26-29

    Guardians of the Galaxy: Earth Shall Overcome (Defenders 1972-1986 #26-29)

    Arnold Drake, Steve Gerber, Don Heck

    Rated: 3.50 of 5 stars
    · 2 ratings · published 2009

    In 1968, industry legends Arnold Drake (creator of DC's Deadman and Doom Patrol) and Gene Colan (penciler for virtually every major Marvel character) looked to the future and saw a crusading quartet - Vance Astro, Yondu, Martinex, and Charlie-27 - rising to retake Earth from reptilian raiders The Guardians of the Galaxy begin their battle with the Badoon, and they're not just building on the heroism of past centuries - they're recruiting from it Captain America, Doctor Strange, the Thing, the... more

  • Guardians of the Galaxy: Tomorrow's Avengers, Vol. 1 (Defenders 1972-1986 #26-29)
    #26-29

    Guardians of the Galaxy: Tomorrow's Avengers, Vol. 1 (Defenders 1972-1986 #26-29)

    Steve Gerber, Roger Stern, Chris Claremont, Gerry Conway, Len Wein, Jim Shooter, David Michelinie, Mark Gruenwald, Arnold Drake, Bob McLeod

    Rated: 3.67 of 5 stars
    · 6 ratings · published 2013

    Captain America, Doctor Strange, the Thing, the Hulk and other familiar faces join the star-spanning heroes in the greatest war the future ever saw! Then, as the Guardians help a planet in turmoil rebuild, threats rise from two other worlds: one of them living, the other gone mad! It's cosmic action as you like it, as the Avengers of tomorrow face their baptism of fire! Featuring the introduction of Nikki and the origin of Starhawk! Guest-starring the Silver Surfer! COLLECTING: Marvel Super... more

  • Essential Defenders, Vol. 2 (Defenders 1972-1986 #15-30)
    #15-30

    Essential Defenders, Vol. 2 (Defenders 1972-1986 #15-30)

    Len Wein, Steve Gerber, Tony Isabella, Jim Starlin, Gerry Conway, Stan Lee, Bill Everett, Steve Ditko, Dennis O'Neil, Chris Claremont, Don McGregor, Roger Slifer, Scott Edelman, Bill Mantlo

    Rated: 3.67 of 5 stars
    · 3 ratings · published 1976

    There's nothing the non-team can't handle when mutants, gods, demons and miscreants of the 1950s all get their crack at the sensational super heroes of the seventies With Luke Cage The Guardians of the Galaxy The Son of Satan vs. the Sons of the Serpent Brain transplants, foreign intrigue and the tumultuous terror of Tapping Tommy Daredevil, Yellowjacket, Bambi And introducing.. more

  • Essential Defenders, Vol. 3 (Defenders 1972-1986 #31-60, Annual )
    #31-60, Annual

    Essential Defenders, Vol. 3 (Defenders 1972-1986 #31-60, Annual )

    Steve Gerber, Roger Slifer, David Anthony Kraft, Gerry Conway, Mary Skrenes, John David Warner, Don McGregor, Naomi Basner, Scott Edelman, Chris Claremont, Ed Hannigan

    Rated: 3.67 of 5 stars
    · 3 ratings · published 1979

    The Day of the Defenders first gathered Doctor Strange, the Hulk and the rest of Marvel's legion of loners - but can they survive "Defenders for a Day?" If the second team calling themselves Defenders doesn't finish them off, the third one just might Plus: more non-stop action when the non-team faces team after team - including the Emissaries of Evil, Zodiac and the Headmen Demons and gods alike threaten humanity, leaving its outcasts to defend it Guest-starring Iron Fist, Ms... more

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