About Elliot Swan
Elliot Swan has been devouring comics since 1996. Elliot left NYC to build a homestead and create a space where he could write about his first love: sequential art. With an MA degree in Interdisciplinary Studies from The New School, Elliot tends to look at the social science side of comics but also loves to talk superhero fashion, deliciously bizarre crossovers, and creepy characters. Somehow he balances a plate full of hobbies including chicken farming, painting, writing, and collecting comic books. You can follow him on Twitter @swancomix.
Marvel’s Ghost Rider is the Perfect Superhero Horror Series
The 2022 Ghost Rider series is perfect for horror fans and superhero fans alike, with memorable gore and an unforgettable antihero in Johnny Blaze.
Secret Invasion's Skrulls Created Marvel's Strangest (And Most Violent) Superheroes
In a bizarre plot twist, a food-borne illness caused by Secret Invasion's Skrulls created Marvel's weirdest, most brutal superhero team.
Nick Fury Had a Very Different Role in Marvel's Original Secret Invasion
In Marvel's original Secret Invasion comics, Nick Fury played a critical role in defeating the Skrulls. This didn't hold true for the sequel.
How to Start Reading Spider-Punk
Spider-Punk has become a breakout star in Across the Spider-Verse, and here's how fans can get acquainted with his comic book adventures.
Batman: The Oversexualization of Catwoman Harms Her Character
Catwoman has been overshadowed by her sexuality to the point of degradation. However, DC's creators are giving Selina Kyle her voice back.
The Hulk is Getting a Reboot - And it's Different (And Better) Than Anything We've Seen Before
Marvel is giving the Hulk a reboot that takes the Jade Giant in a new and different direction that calls back to his comic book roots.
Rocket Raccoon’s Classic Comic Book Adventures Were Goofier Than His MCU Counterpart
The adventures of Marvel's Rocket Raccoon were initially much more whimsical than his MCU counterpart seen in Guardians of the Galaxy.
DCeased Made a Classic Alan Moore Superman Theme Better Than Ever
Two comics that are decades apart both dive into what it means to be Superman, creating vastly different fates for the Man of Tomorrow.
Image's Blood Stained Teeth is an Original Take on Vampires - And Has the Best Cast in Comics
Image Comics' Blood Stained Teeth, has vampires taking on capitalism, curing cancer, and fighting crime - And the cast is phenomenal.
Batman: Zero Year was Scott Snyder and Greg Capullo’s Greatest Collaboration
Snyder and Capullo's Zero Year crossover was a masterpiece of visual storytelling that unmasked Batman's humility and humanity.
DC's Newest Hero's All Have One Strange Thing in Common
DC's "We are Legends" project is an innovative idea that introduces new heroes - but they all have one strange thing in common.
Disney Banning an Offensive Uncle Scrooge Character Was the Right Call
Disney's recent decision to ban further reprinting of certain Scrooge McDuck stories may be controversial, but was ultimately the right call.
How Flashpoint Changed DC's Most Iconic Heroes
Flashpoint introduced dark alternate takes on DC's most beloved and iconic superheroes that may inspire the DCU's upcoming Flash film.
World's Finest Gave Batman and Superman DC's Weirdest Love Story
DC's strangest World's Finest tale is also a touching love story between Superman and Batman that stepped outside of the comfort zone of its time.
Darkwing Duck’s Take on Technology Proves He’s Suspended in Time
Dynamite Entertainment's Darkwing Duck #1 is a nostalgic journey and proves that the heroic fowl is stuck in time - in more ways than one.
What is Scrooge McDuck's Net Worth - and How Did He Get His Money?
Disney's Uncle Scrooge is one of the richest characters in pop culture, but his actual net worth has always been a little confusing.
Image's Massive-Verse is Grounded in a Heroic Legacy
Image Comics' Radiant titles focus on heroic legacies in a unique way that makes it feel like its heroes have been around for generations.
Marvel’s Murderworld is a More Dangerous Version of The Hunger Games
A classic X-Men villain created Murderworld years ago, which is essentially Marvel's much darker version of the Hunger Games.
Batman: An Arkham Asylum Series Took a Critical Look at Behavioral Health Care
An Arkham Asylum series took a very serious look at behavioral health care and painted the members of Batman's Rogues Gallery in a new light.
Sandman’s the Endless Once Inspired Children’s Fairytales
The horrific world of DC/Vertigo's The Sandman once actually served as the inspiration for a number of children's fairytales.