In a captivating announcement made just yesterday, the renowned figure in the comic book industry, Marv Wolfman, is set to make his triumphant return to Marvel Comics this coming November. The occasion for his return is the much-anticipated release of WHAT IF…? DARK: TOMB OF DRACULA #1. This comic issue holds special significance as it marks the rekindling of Wolfman’s legacy within the Marvel universe.
Distinguished for his trailblazing contribution to comic book horror narratives, Marv Wolfman left an indelible mark with his groundbreaking tenure on The Tomb of Dracula. Now, he is poised to revisit the mythos of this captivating series, specifically delving into his co-creations – the iconic characters Blade and Dracula – whom he introduced to the Marvel universe with great impact.
The creative reins of the artistic realm are handed over to the skilled hands of illustrator David Cutler. Together, they concoct a startling narrative in the realm of speculative fiction. The pivotal query at the heart of this What If…? narrative is as audacious as it is intriguing: “WHAT IF…the legendary Dracula transformed BLADE the vampire slayer…into a vampire?!”
Yet, the boundaries of this one-shot escapade do not solely encompass the transformations of Blade and Dracula. Another character poised to reemerge onto the pages of Marvel Comics is none other than the enigmatic daughter of Dracula herself, Lilith Drake. Known for her intense animosity towards her progenitor, Lilith’s return is shrouded in vengeance, as evidenced by her imposing presence on the striking variant cover, exquisitely crafted by Stanley “Artgerm” Lau.
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Wolfman, reflecting on his journey, fondly recalls the genesis of his relationship with Marvel. “In 1972, I was a fledgling comics writer who mostly wrote short 2 to 8-page ‘monster’ stories when Editor Roy Thomas asked if I’d like to write Tomb of Dracula, my very first series for Marvel and the book that would jump-start my career,” reminisced Wolfman. “So it is a real thrill now that 50-plus years later Marvel asked me to once again dive into that pool with this very special What If…? story and to bring back that great cast of characters that artist Gene Colan and I created so many years ago. Thank you, Marvel, for giving me the chance to play with old friends one last time.“
Executive Editor Nick Lowe expressed his exhilaration at Wolfman’s return, deeming it a fulfillment of a long-standing aspiration. “Getting Marv back on TOMB OF DRACULA is a bucket list check-off,” enthused Lowe. “He hasn’t lost a step, and the opportunity to pair him with David Cutler and Scott Hanna to make a story that’s both a love letter and one of the scariest and creepiest and NEW vampire stories I’ve read made it all the better!”
Prepare to be entranced by the spectral allure of Lilith, the Queen of the Undead, as immortalized by Artgerm’s variant cover. This captivating artwork will be available in both its regular form and as a Virgin Variant Cover. The pages of WHAT IF…? DARK: TOMB OF DRACULA #1 will beckon readers to witness the resurgence of Marv Wolfman’s mastery in conjuring authentic Marvel Comics horror. The anticipation builds for the chilling release slated for this November. For further details, enthusiasts can visit Marvel.com to quench their thirst for information.