Mr. Martian

Few comics publishers have committed so lovingly to the spirit of classic superhero storytelling as Big Bang Comics, and Mr. Martian is a fine example of what makes that universe tick — a character who arrived in 1997, right in the thick of the Modern Age, yet feels stitched from the DNA of an earlier, more innocent era of four-color adventure. Debuted in Big Bang Comics #12 by the creative team of Gary Carlson, Chris Ecker, and Jeff Weigel, Mr. Martian has kept distinguished company across his appearances, sharing pages with the likes of The Blitz, The Beacon, The Knight Watchman, and Ultiman — the very pillars of the Big Bang universe. His footprint across both Big Bang Comics and Big Bang Adventures stretches a remarkable 27 years, from 1997 all the way to 2024, which speaks to an enduring affection for the character among fans of this publisher's affectionately retro sensibility. If you're drawn to comics that celebrate the genre's rich legacy with genuine heart, Mr. Martian is exactly the kind of discovery worth chasing down.