Defenders: The Coming of the Defenders #1

Feb 2012 · Marvel · 5.99 USD

📊 ~4,627 copies sold its debut month

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"The Day of the Defenders!" kicks off with a chilling twist: an alien conqueror, Xemnu, manipulates humanity through a children’s TV show, using mind control to spread his influence. As the world teeters on the edge of submission, the Defenders—united by necessity—must rise to confront a threat that’s already inside every home. Written by Roy Thomas and illustrated by Ross Andru with inks by Bill Everett, the issue’s bold visuals are matched by Neal Adams’ striking cover.

Contains 4 stories

The Day of the Defenders!

19 pp · Superhero

Defenders [HulkDr. StrangeNamor, the Sub-Mariner] (introduction, origin)WongYandroth (villain, dies)Omegatron (introduction)Silver Surfer

The Return!

10 pp · Superhero

Dr. Strange [Stephen Strange, also as Stephen Sanders]WongAncient OneBaron Mordo (villain)

Nightmare on Bald Mountain!

28 pp · Superhero

Defenders [Hulk [Bruce Banner]Namor, the Sub-MarinerDr. Strange]DormammuWongCleaRoy ThomasJean ThomasTom FaganDormammu cultists (introduction, die)

A Titan Walks Among Us!

23 pp · Superhero

Defenders [Dr. StrangeNamor, the Sub-MarinerHulk [Bruce Banner]]Xemnu the TitanJim WilsonThunderbolt RossColonel Calvin Beame (dies)Colonel Richmond Wagner

In "A Titan Walks Among Us!", the Defenders face their most insidious threat yet: the alien conqueror Xemnu, who uses a children’s TV show as a psychic weapon to enslave humanity. As the line between entertainment and control blurs, the team must unite before the entire world falls under his mindless command.