Marvel Boys The Incredible Hulk Swim Set

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The years subsequent to the release of the Marvel Swimsuit Special saw a proliferation of swimsuit issues from a variety of comic book publishers, including Homage Studios Swimsuit Special from Image Comics in 1993, [20] Lady Death: Swimsuit from Chaos Comics in 1994, [21] and Avengelyne Swimsuit Book from Maximum Press in 1995. [22] A variant cover for the 2016 Street Fighter Swimsuit Special published by Udon Entertainment directly tributes the cover artwork for Marvel Illustrated: The Swimsuit Issue, with Chun-Li in place of She-Hulk. [23] a b Byrd, Megan (16 January 2011). "Why Marvel Needs a New Swimsuit Special". Women Write About Comics . Retrieved 16 May 2019.

Much like the original poolside X-Men image, MARVEL SWIMSUIT SPECIAL served as both an artistic showcase and a chance to see the lighter side of Marvel heroes as they enjoyed some fun in the sun. Everyone from the Punisher and the New Mutants to the Impossible Man headlined their own summer specials, which offered a light-hearted, tongue-in-cheek look at Marvel heroes once a year from 1991 to 1995. Featuring the work of dozens of creators, these specials were primarily built around pinups of heroes relaxing in revealing swimwear, but they also featured fake in-universe ads with characters like Thor selling hammers and the Hulk advertising insurance. Marvel's Swimsuit Special". New Sunday Times. November 11, 1990. p.19 . Retrieved December 26, 2010. Yehl, Joshua (6 June 2018). "Fan Artists Resurrect 'Marvel Swimsuit Specials' With Sun-kissed Sketches". IGN . Retrieved 15 May 2019. The Marvel Swimsuit Special (formerly Marvel Illustrated: The Swimsuit Issue) was an annual magazine-styled comic book published by Marvel Comics from 1991 to 1995. A parody of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue, the series featured pin-ups of Marvel Comics characters in swimwear. The fan service-driven nature of the Marvel Swimsuit Special, and its overt sexual objectification of Marvel characters, has been the subject of both criticism and praise. Attempts have been made to revive the series, though none have been successful; most recently, a one-shot to be titled Marvel Summer Special was announced for release in 2019, but was subsequently cancelled.These images and pictures of She-Hulk have been ranked by dedicated comic book fans. Drawing She-Hulk has always brought out the best in comic book artists, with her revealing, skin-tight costumes perfectly showing off her outrageous curves and beautiful shape. Though She-Hulk has always been tough, but not nearly as hot-headed as her cousin depending on the era and specific author, she balances her raw strength and superpowers with femininity and style. a b c Cook, Richard (11 January 2011). "Superheroes in Speedos". The Comics Journal (archived) . Retrieved 16 May 2019.

a b c d e Browne, Wendy (10 Oct 2014). "Remember Swimsuit Issues? I Miss Those". Women Write About Comics . Retrieved 16 May 2019. Anderson, Jenna (5 June 2018). "Fans Pay Tribute to 'Marvel Swimsuit Specials' With Awesome Summer Sketches". ComicBook.com . Retrieved 15 May 2019. a b Wheeler, Andrew (14 January 2015). "Anka and Wada Drop Plans for 'Marvel Swimsuit Special' ". ComicsAlliance . Retrieved 15 May 2019.a b Sims, Chris (3 June 2010). "The ComicsAlliance Summer Swimsuit Special!". ComicsAlliance . Retrieved 16 May 2019. Marvel Reaches Agreement to Emerge from Bankruptcy". The New York Times. July 11, 1997. p.D3. Archived from the original on June 7, 2011. Tom DeFalco, the editor-in-chief of Marvel Comics during the majority of the Marvel Swimsuit Special's publication run, has characterized the decision to produce the series as being largely financially motivated. [4] As Marvel's licensing, animation, and film divisions struggled in the 1990s (culminating in the company filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in 1996 [5]), the company became increasingly sales-focused in its comic division. The concept of a comic series that imitated the successful Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Issue was proposed multiple times, and was ultimately published in 1991. [4] Similarly to many comics released in the era of comics speculation, the Marvel Swimsuit Special was marketed as a collector's item that would appreciate in value over time. [6] Content [ edit ] Wheeler, Andrew (21 March 2016). "Marvel's 'Mighty Men' Variant Covers Are Lukewarm Beefcake At Best". ComicsAlliance . Retrieved 16 May 2019.