Marvels: Epilogue #1

Rather than reducing itself to didacticism or platitudes, Ross and Busiek provide readers with the experience of the joy, hope, and sometimes fear that comes with change, ultimately encouraging superhero readers everywhere to embrace a better future, rather than wage war for the status quo. All of that accomplished in only 16 pages? That's truly marvelous. Read Full Review

The worst part of the Marvels Epilogue is that it left me wanting more. The story, while entertaining is too short. The reader gets a treat and teased by a fleeting moment of excellence. Thankfully we can return to it as many times as we want to enjoy over and over. This was a defining series and this epilogue, while a long time coming, reminds us why. Read Full Review

The only criticism I can give of this issue is that I wish it was longer. It's a wonderful throw back to the classic Marvels series and provides a well rounded finish to a classic story. Read Full Review

A touching if all too brief return to the eyewitness viewpoint in the world we all know and love, with fresh insight and another nostalgic look back at the varied history of the Marvel universe. Read Full Review

You can't go wrong with Marvels and the original creative lineup. The extra story and beautiful art by Busiek and Ross help to bring this "DVD extras" comic to life. Marvels fans will return to a classic time in the Marvel Universe while giving tribute to Dave Cockrum in a whole new view. Read Full Review

All in all this is an awesome issue celebrating Marvel's 80th anniversary. My only very minor gripe is that the actual story isn't a little longer. Read Full Review

Marvels Epilogue is rightly named and eminently worthy, a fitting capstone to an all-time great series. It might not quite be a satisfying standalone story, but in its proper context, it is magnificent. It's beautiful and confident and resoundingly positive - exactly what the final chapter in a story that celebrates Marvel's boundless potential should be. Read Full Review

Alex Ross and Kurt Busiek struck gold with "Marvels" 25 years ago and with "Marvels Epilogue" they put a worthy cap on Phil Sheldon's story and the Marvel Universe through his eyes. Read Full Review

Marvels Epilogue delivers a heartwarming followup to a classic story, but it doesn't offer bang for the buck. Read Full Review

Ryan

Jan 01, 2022

Unnecessary? Sure, but this comic is beautiful in every sense of the word

allenquanobi

Jul 24, 2019

Almost missed this because of House of X and other new issues coming out this week. The story is an 8.5 with an overall touching message, but very short. What really elevates this issue is obviously Alex Ross's art, which is still spectacular. Too bad this issue seems to not be getting as much attention as House of X or other issues.

Ultimate Goblin

Aug 25, 2021

It is really nice addition to the series that was published 25 years before this comic. But it still looks just like it was made in the 90's... So cool, they really didn't lose that vibe. The iconic epilogue for the iconic series.

Psycamorean

Jul 28, 2019

Really enjoyable, fitting epilogue to the original series. It's great.

CrazyforRAMU

Feb 27, 2020

The Marvels creators reunite to create a mature capstone for the story. I use the word "mature" in a more middle-aged sense than the usual "blood and boobs and cynicism" meaning it has in comics. This is a final word on Marvels from a sentimental, parental point of view, which I appreciate a great deal. Marvels already has darker, more cynical endings in the original miniseries and the sequel, and those remain perfectly valid if you prefer them. But having a lighter, more optimistic ending that emphasizes the cross-generational appeal of comics is good, too. Also, a new story with full-power Alex Ross panels demonstrates how much he's grown and how formidable he really is now. Truly one-of-a-kind visuals!

Comix4fever

Aug 10, 2019

A fitting epilogue to one of my favorite Marvel stories. PS: Can Kurt Busiek work on a monthly title again?

Big Brother

Jul 24, 2019

Adds nothing to the original. The real sequel, Eye of the Camera, has already been done.