Marvel's "2099" Imprint Gets a Cosmic Upgrade
Marvel Comics is breathing new life into its "2099" imprint, which originally launched in the early 1990s. The latest chapter in the "2099" saga is a miniseries called Conquest 2099, following the events of ANNIHILATION 2099. Get ready for a thrilling ride through space with some of Marvel's most iconic heroes, including Spider-man 2099 and Wolverine.
A Future-Forward Collision of Marvel Heroes and Cosmic Action
ANNIHILATION 2099 has already shaken things up by revealing Wolverine as the future version of Nova. In Conquest 2099, the story takes a cosmic turn with Dracula leading a legion of vampire-like aliens. This new adventure is described as a "space blockbuster" that spans galaxies and pits heroes from Earth and beyond against Dracula's forces, and even worse - the "Death Spiders".
Wolverine and Dracula Take on New Roles
The 2099 imprint is known for introducing fresh takes on familiar Marvel characters. ANNIHILATION 2099 and CONQUEST 2099 continue this trend by putting Wolverine and Dracula in unexpected roles. Wolverine, who is already a fan-favorite, gets a cosmic upgrade as Nova, while Dracula is positioned as a tragic antihero, a complex and compelling character.
A Legacy of Heroes
Writer Steve Orlando explained that the reimagining of Wolverine as Nova is a great way to connect the past, present, and future of the Marvel universe. Orlando says, "With ANNIHILATION, we had a great chance to dig into that question with one of Marvel's most iconic mysterious loners." The decision to make Wolverine the 2099 Nova was a natural fit, as Orlando points out that "Logan has been routinely inspired by the Man with No Name and by Kuwabatake Sanjuro."
- Wolverine's history as a lone wanderer, a hero with a heavy burden, makes him an ideal fit for the Nova role.
- He has always been inspired by classic Western and Samurai stories, which brings a unique twist to the character's evolution into a cosmic hero.
A Universe-Shaking Adventure
Marvel Editor Mark Paniccia sees ANNIHILATION 2099 as a chance to introduce new and exciting takes on classic Marvel characters. He says, "Our chance to introduce some incredibly unique takes on classic Marvel characters, true in many ways to the core of the originals in theme and motive." The series is setting the stage for CONQUEST 2099, which is poised to be an even more epic adventure. Paniccia teases, "With CONQUEST 2099, these new heroes must battle the unparalleled strategy and experience of the classic Marvel Dracula, a proven leader, conqueror and monarch who now has an army of alien vampires at his command! The cosmos will never be the same! "
With the introduction of a future Red Hulk, Silver Surfer, Star Lord, and the X-Men, along with Spider-man 2099 and Nova-Wolverine, ANNIHILATION 2099 is already shaping up to be a thrilling ride. Get ready for even more surprises as the series progresses and sets the stage for CONQUEST 2099.
A Cosmic Saga for the Ages
It's clear that the Marvel team is excited about the return of the "2099" imprint, and fans should be too. With his work on both ANNIHILATION 2099 and CONQUEST 2099, Steve Orlando is set to contribute a major chapter in Marvel's long history of cosmic storytelling. Orlando's vision for these series will make them a cornerstone of Marvel's future, blending classic heroes with their "2099" counterparts, and pushing the boundaries of what fans expect from Marvel's cosmic adventures.
Fans will see a universe-spanning journey that will bring together a diverse array of Marvel characters. With an emphasis on themes of passion, revenge, and action, ANNIHILATION 2099 and CONQUEST 2099 are poised to be the most impressive "2099" adventures yet.
