Marvel 75th Anniversary Omnibus #[nn]
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis massive omnibus celebrates Marvel Comics' 75-year history with a curated selection of landmark stories, spanning from the Golden Age to the modern era. It includes key issues like the debut of the Fantastic Four, the first appearance of Spider-Man, and other pivotal moments, all presented in a single oversized hardcover volume.
"Meet Captain America" in the Marvel 75th Anniversary Omnibus (2014) presents a pivotal moment in the character's history, written by Gerry Conway and illustrated by Gil Kane with inks by John Romita and Tony Mortellaro. This story, rendered in vivid colors by David Hunt and lettered by Artie Simek, captures the emotional weight of a hero’s origin with a grounded, human touch. The cover, a striking piece by Paolo Rivera, reflects the issue’s significance without revealing its dramatic turning point.
In a world on the brink, the U.S. military races to find a hero to stand against the growing threat of the Axis powers—until they uncover a secret serum capable of turning a man into a super-soldier. Only one man, Steve Rogers, is chosen to receive it, setting in motion a transformation that will define a nation’s hope.
In this 2014 story from the Marvel 75th Anniversary Omnibus, Captain America and Bucky race to uncover the truth behind a wave of sabotage targeting U.S. defense industries—guided only by a cryptic warning from a mysterious little man who claimed it would happen. The duo must piece together the clues before the next attack, testing their bond and their resolve in a mystery that stretches from the battlefield to the heart of American industry.
In "The Chess Board of Death," a mysterious architect of chaos arranges a deadly game where real people are represented as wooden chess pieces, each marked for elimination. With Captain America and Bucky among the pieces set to fall, the fate of the world hinges on who moves next.
In "The Riddle of the Red Skull," Captain America and Bucky confront a chilling adversary whose mere presence unnerves even the bravest, leaving victims convinced they’ve been killed by his gaze—though no one has ever seen him strike a blow. Written by a noted hand and illustrated with sharp, tense precision, this 14-page tale from the Marvel 75th Anniversary Omnibus unfolds a mystery where perception is the weapon and truth is the first casualty.
In this pivotal tale from the Marvel 75th Anniversary Omnibus, scientist Bruce Banner’s life changes forever when he intervenes to save a young boy during a catastrophic nuclear explosion—only to be engulfed by gamma radiation. The blast unleashes a monstrous alter ego, turning him into the Hulk, a being that emerges with the setting sun and carries the weight of a power he can neither control nor escape.
In "[The Coming of the Hulk] Part 5: The Hulk Triumphant!", the Hulk and Rick Jones are taken behind the Iron Curtain by the Gargoyle, a man tormented by his own monstrous form. As the Hulk reverts to Bruce Banner, he offers a chance at redemption, proposing to cure the Gargoyle of his affliction. Moved by the promise of normalcy, the Gargoyle agrees—setting the stage for a tense and unexpected alliance.
In this pivotal story from the Marvel 75th Anniversary Omnibus, Peter Parker’s life changes forever when a radioactive spider bites him, granting him extraordinary abilities. After a moment of hesitation lets a burglar escape, Peter is haunted by the tragic consequence—his uncle’s death—and vows to use his powers to make a difference.
When Aunt May’s life hangs in the balance due to a mysterious radiation in her blood, Peter Parker and Dr. Conners race to develop a cure—only to find the key ingredient stolen by Dr. Octopus, who has vanished with the isotope. Now, with time running out and the stakes higher than ever, Peter must confront the man who once stood beside him, as the search for a cure turns into a desperate chase through the city.
In the gripping finale of the Marvel 75th Anniversary Omnibus, Spider-Man fights to free himself from a collapsing underwater base as water surges around him, his every move measured against the ticking clock of Aunt May’s life. With courage and grit, he battles through the wreckage and confronts Doctor Octopus’s forces to deliver the serum that could save her.
Black Bolt and the Fantastic Four thwart Maximus’s scheme to eradicate humanity, but their victory is short-lived. As they return to New York, the Watcher warns them of an even greater threat: the arrival of Galactus.
In "If This Be Doomsday!", the Fantastic Four race against time to stall Galactus as the Watcher guides the Human Torch on a desperate quest for a weapon capable of stopping the Devourer of Worlds. With Alicia Masters urging the Silver Surfer to choose humanity over his cosmic duty, the fate of Earth hangs in the balance.
In this standout tale from the Marvel 75th Anniversary Omnibus, the Silver Surfer joins the Fantastic Four in a high-stakes stand against Galactus, forcing the cosmic devourer to turn away from Earth. Meanwhile, Johnny Storm begins a new chapter at Metro College, where he crosses paths with Wyatt Wingfoot.
In "Spider-Man No More!", Peter Parker tries to leave the web-slinging life behind, trading heroics for college and peace of mind—only to find that giving up the suit doesn’t stop the chaos. When a kid finds the discarded costume and it ends up on display at the Daily Bugle, Peter watches helplessly as crime rises and the city suffers. Torn between his new life and the weight of responsibility, he’s forced to confront the truth that some burdens are meant to be carried.
In "Behold... the Vision!" from the Marvel 75th Anniversary Omnibus, the Vision arrives at Avengers Mansion with lethal intent—only to confront the programming that defined him. As he battles his own instincts, he chooses a new path, guiding the team toward a reckoning with his former master.
In the wake of Harry’s deteriorating mental state and Norman’s unraveling grip on reality, the Green Goblin resurfaces with a vengeance, targeting Spider-Man through the one person he can’t protect—Gwen. When Norman takes Gwen to the Brooklyn Bridge, the stakes rise in a moment that will redefine everything.
In "And Now... the Wolverine!", a Canadian super-agent named Wolverine joins forces with the Hulk to take down the terrifying Wendigo. As the monster falls, the uneasy alliance quickly fractures when Wolverine turns on his ally, igniting a brutal clash between them. Meanwhile, Marie presses forward with her plan to transfer the Wendigo’s power, setting off a chain of choices that test loyalty, guilt, and the cost of transformation.
In "Mind Out of Time!", Kitty Pryde finds herself caught between timelines when her future self takes control of her body to prevent a devastating attack on Senator Kelly. With the Brotherhood on the move and Mystique leading the charge, the X-Men must rely on a desperate, time-bending gambit to stop the threat—before the future is rewritten for good. A month later, the fallout reshapes the mutant agenda, as Kelly entrusts Gyrich with a secret Sentinel initiative called "Project Wideawake."
In "Last Hand," Bullseye’s prison escape kicks off a brutal chain of events that brings Elektra face-to-face with Foggy—her blade trembling as she realizes who he is. As the past collides with violence, Daredevil must confront Bullseye in a fight that ends in a fall from unimaginable heights.
In "Doom!", Nick Fury calls on Thor to investigate an alien ship threatening Earth, setting off a chain of events that awakens Beta Ray Bill—a powerful alien protector who bests Thor in combat and claims Mjolnir. But when Odin, mistaking Bill for Thor, summons him to Asgard, the stage is set for an unexpected clash of gods and warriors.
In "The Kid Who Collects Spider-Man!", a heartfelt tale from the Marvel 75th Anniversary Omnibus, Spider-Man pays a quiet visit to Timothy Harrison, a devoted fan whose collection of Spider-Man memorabilia tells a story of hope and heroism. As Peter Parker shares his origin and even reveals his secret identity, the moment becomes a touching testament to the power of connection—between a hero and a boy facing a battle far greater than any villain.
In this poignant entry from the Marvel 75th Anniversary Omnibus, Spider-Man and a gathering of New York-based heroes—including members of the Fantastic Four—respond with shock and dread to a devastating attack on the city’s skyline. The story captures a moment of collective disbelief, grounding its emotional weight in the immediate aftermath of a tragedy that reshapes their world.
In "The Death of the Dream, Part 1," Captain America—once a symbol of hope—faces a harrowing turn as he complies with the Superhuman Registration Act, only to be taken into custody. The story unfolds with chilling precision as he is gunned down on the courthouse steps during his transfer, leaving a nation reeling and the future of heroism in question.
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