Released October 2017
Avengers: Start Your N.G.E.N.S! #1
Key Issue
Synopsis
When RED RONIN emerges from the Hudson, the Avengers assemble to stop his destructive march toward New York City. But when the mechanical behemoth proves to be a match with seriously upgraded technology, a call for assistance goes out to a new super group. Northrop Grumman’s Elite Nexus is a team of scientists who specialize in cutting edge, hi-tech adventures. The new squad of heavy hitters, known as N.G.E.N. rushes in to assist the Avengers. But who could be behind Red Ronin’s mysterious attack?
Synopsis
When RED RONIN emerges from the Hudson, the Avengers assemble to stop his destructive march toward New York City. But when the mechanical behemoth proves to be a match with seriously upgraded technology, a call for assistance goes out to a new super group. Northrop Grumman’s Elite Nexus is a team of scientists who specialize in cutting edge, hi-tech adventures. The new squad of heavy hitters, known as N.G.E.N. rushes in to assist the Avengers. But who could be behind Red Ronin’s mysterious attack?
Key Facts
- Custom comic in collaboration between Marvel and military contractor Northrop Grumman
- Distributed to attendees on the first day of New York Comic Con 2017 and the immediate backlash led to the cancellation of the promotion which was scheduled to launch on that Saturday, October 7th
- Marvel released a press release later that day "The activation with Northrop Grumman at New York Comic Con was meant to focus on aerospace technology and exploration in a positive way. However, as the spirit of that intent has not come across, we will not be proceeding with this partnership including this weekend's event programming. Marvel and Northrop Grumman continue to be committed to elevating, and introducing, STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) to a broad audience."
- Back cover illustrates a comparison to Stark Industries in the Marvel Universe to Northrop Grumman in reality - tap cover and swipe to view
Details
- Cover Date
- October 2017
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Creators
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ArtistSean Chen
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WriterFabian Nicieza