Captain Marvel #1 (1989) First Print
Captain Marvel #1 is the premiere issue of the Captain Marvel series from Marvel, released November 1, 1989. Written by Dwayne McDuffie with artwork by Mark D. Bright. Notable appearances include Powderkeg, Captain Marvel (Rambeau). This page represents the regular first-print edition. Separate pages are available for the 1 incentive, retailer-exclusive and later-printing variant cover.
Following her departure from the Avengers due to the loss of her powers, Monica decides to join the marines. It is here, as their captain, that she encounters the villain Powderkeg. During their scuffle, it is revealed he is working for a South American crime lord who has also enlisted the aid of Moonstone. As he powers begin to re-manifest themselves as variations on what she's used to, it becomes both a race against time and a re-learning of her powers.
Key Facts
- First solo titled issue
- Origin of Captain Marvel's powers
- 1st appearance of Powderkeg, a mercenary
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