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How the Olympics Led to Marvel Comics' First Miniseries How the Olympics Led to Marvel Comics' First Miniseries

CSBG looks back at the strange way the Olympic Games ended up leading to Marvel's first miniseries, "Contest of Champions."

Did Marvel Sue Dave Stevens Over the Name "Rocketeer"? Did Marvel Sue Dave Stevens Over the Name "Rocketeer"?

Learn whether a lawsuit from Marvel Comics made Disney pump the brakes when they made Stevens’ classic 1980s comic book series into a movie,

Which Classic X-Men Member Almost Co-Founded Excalibur? Which Classic X-Men Member Almost Co-Founded Excalibur?

Also in this week's Comic Book Legends Revealed, did Marvel really sue Dave Stevens and Disney over the name "The Rocketeer"?

Did Marvel Create Spider-Woman in Response to "Kiss of the Spider-Woman"? Did Marvel Create Spider-Woman in Response to "Kiss of the Spider-Woman"?

Manuel Puig classic novel debuted in 1976, just a year before Marvel's Spider-Woman. But did one lead to the other, or is this just a coincidence?

Comic Book Legends: Did "Suicide Squad" Almost Kill Deadshot - in 1988? Comic Book Legends: Did "Suicide Squad" Almost Kill Deadshot - in 1988?

Did DC Comics' popular villain nearly bite the big one nearly 30 years ago? And which superstar comic book artist was actually the model for Elektra?

How a Soap Opera Helped Give the World Harley Quinn How a Soap Opera Helped Give the World Harley Quinn

CSBG revisits the surprising soap opera inspiration for Harley Quinn, the breakout star of this weekend's "Suicide Squad" movie.

What Role Did Joker Play in Deadshot Becoming a Comic Book Star? What Role Did Joker Play in Deadshot Becoming a Comic Book Star?

CSBG looks back at the strange confluence of events involving the Joker that led to Deadshot becoming a big time character at DC Comics.

Was Magneto Supposed to Die at the End of "X-Men vs. Avengers"? Was Magneto Supposed to Die at the End of "X-Men vs. Avengers"?

When the X-Men fought the Avengers over wanting to keep Magneto around in the 1987 crossover, was it actually supposed to end with his death?

Comic Book Legends Revealed: Why Did Wolverine Really Stab His Own Teammate? Comic Book Legends Revealed: Why Did Wolverine Really Stab His Own Teammate?

This week's CBLR reveals why Wolverine really stabbed Rachel, plus Magneto's original fate in "X-Men vs. Avengers" and PAD's "Star Trek: TNG" novel.

Comic Book Legends: Was "The Killing Joke" Originally Out of Continuity? Comic Book Legends: Was "The Killing Joke" Originally Out of Continuity?

Was Alan Moore and Brian Bolland's tale meant to be in continuity? And did Wally West's friend Chunk nearly get his own series?

Why Couldn't DC Comics Do a Superman/Star Trek Crossover? Why Couldn't DC Comics Do a Superman/Star Trek Crossover?

CSBG has the hilariously silly reason why Paramount wouldn't allow DC Comics to do a Superman/Star Trek crossover.

That Time "Star Trek's" Sulu was Black and Uhura was White That Time "Star Trek's" Sulu was Black and Uhura was White

CSBG spotlights the time that a "Star Trek" comic book was published with a Black Sulu and a White Uhura!

Why Was This "Ghostbusters II" Ending Removed From the Comic Book Adaptation? Why Was This "Ghostbusters II" Ending Removed From the Comic Book Adaptation?

If you've read the "Ghostbusters II" comic, you probably didn't realize you weren't getting the whole story. Find out why Columbia wanted it removed!

Comic Book Legends: How Kevin Smith's "Daredevil" Almost Never Happened Comic Book Legends: How Kevin Smith's "Daredevil" Almost Never Happened

Was Kevin Smith's "Daredevil" run almost over before it began? And see the "Ghostbusters II" comic's ending Columbia Pictures wouldn't let be published!

Was "Power Girl's" Terra Supposed to be a Brand New DC Character? Was "Power Girl's" Terra Supposed to be a Brand New DC Character?

You probably remember Terra from Jimmy Palmiotti, Justin Gray & Amanda Conner's "Power Girl," but do you know what the original plan for her was?

Comic Book Legends: The Truth Behind Spider-Man and MJ's Baby Comic Book Legends: The Truth Behind Spider-Man and MJ's Baby

Was Mary Jane and Peter Parker's baby originally meant to live? And who was the visual inspiration for Wolverine?

Is There a Superman Story Made Only for Release in Sweden? Is There a Superman Story Made Only for Release in Sweden?

Comic Book Legends Revealed examines whether the Man of Steel's 50th anniversary led to a new story that wasn't made for DC's normal audience.

Comic Book Legends: The Secret SNL Origin of Deadpool's Chimichanga Fascination Comic Book Legends: The Secret SNL Origin of Deadpool's Chimichanga Fascination

Learn the origin of Deadpool's fascination with chimichangas, and whether Grant Morrison forgot how "Son of Demon" went when he created Damian Wayne.

Did Neal Adams Re-Write the Green Arrow/Speedy Drug Story's Ending? Did Neal Adams Re-Write the Green Arrow/Speedy Drug Story's Ending?

Comic Book Legends Revealed looks at what was supposed to happen in the famed "Green Lantern/Green Arrow" story and just why it was changed.

Comic Book Legends Revealed: Were Cyclops & Maddie Pryor Meant to Live Happily Ever After? Comic Book Legends Revealed: Were Cyclops & Maddie Pryor Meant to Live Happily Ever After?

Plus, how did Neal Adams change the ending of the Green Arrow/Speedy drug story? And, was there a hidden Batman reference on "Spider-Man Animated Series"?

Was Superman's "Dead Again" Ending Changed Due to Spider-Man's "Clone Saga"? Was Superman's "Dead Again" Ending Changed Due to Spider-Man's "Clone Saga"?

Comic Book Legends Revealed examines whether negative reaction to the "Clone Saga" forced DC to change its plans for the Superman family event.

Comic Book Legends Revealed: Was the "Clone Saga" Invented to Make Spider-Man Single Again? Comic Book Legends Revealed: Was the "Clone Saga" Invented to Make Spider-Man Single Again?

Following Marvel's "Dead No More" reveal, revisit the "Clone Saga" with questions like who masterminded it? And how was Superman affected?

Was "Captain Carrot and the Zoo Crew" Originally a "Justice League" Parody? Was "Captain Carrot and the Zoo Crew" Originally a "Justice League" Parody?

Scott Shaw! and Roy Thomas' 1980s superhero animal series may bring nothing but smiles today, but was it poking fun at DC's marquee team?

Comic Book Legends Revealed: Was DC's "Joker" Graphic Novel Based on Heath Ledger's Joker? Comic Book Legends Revealed: Was DC's "Joker" Graphic Novel Based on Heath Ledger's Joker?

Was Lee Bermejo's Joker really based on Heath Ledger? And did Grant Morrison almost create a female Doctor for "Doctor Who?"

Was Waid & Garney's "Captain America" Slated to End Before It Even Began? Was Waid & Garney's "Captain America" Slated to End Before It Even Began?

Find out if Marvel Comics already have Heroes Reborn plans afoot for Steve Rogers before Mark Waid and Ron Garney even took over the title.

Comic Book Legends Revealed: Did Wertham Really Claim Batman & Robin Were Gay? Comic Book Legends Revealed: Did Wertham Really Claim Batman & Robin Were Gay?

Did Fredric Wertham really believe Batman and Robin were gay? And did Kurt Busiek and Alex Ross try to take over Iron Man before they did "Marvels?"

Was X-Men's Banshee Supposed to Be a Woman and Stan Lee Said No? Was X-Men's Banshee Supposed to Be a Woman and Stan Lee Said No?

Banshees are women in Irish mythology, but the X-Men character is a man. What gives, and what does Stan Lee have to do with the decision?

Comic Book Legends: Was Deadpool Meant to Debut in a G.I. Joe/X-Men Crossover? Comic Book Legends: Was Deadpool Meant to Debut in a G.I. Joe/X-Men Crossover?

How did Magneto factor into the shocking original ending of "X-Men: Zero Tolerance?" And did Deadpool nearly debut in an inter-company crossover?

Was X-Men's Psylocke Turning Asian Supposed to be Temporary? Was X-Men's Psylocke Turning Asian Supposed to be Temporary?

As the character gets set for her "X-Men: Apocalypse" debut, CSBG revisits whether Psylocke was only supposed to temporarily turn Asian.

Who is Danny Chase, and Why Was He Supposed to Lead the Team Titans? Who is Danny Chase, and Why Was He Supposed to Lead the Team Titans?

What's the strange connection between "The Brady Bunch" and the Titans of the future? Find out in another Comic Book Legend Revealed.

Comic Book Legends Revealed: Did Batman Kill the Joker in "The Killing Joke"? Comic Book Legends Revealed: Did Batman Kill the Joker in "The Killing Joke"?

Did the Dark Knight really kill his nemesis at the end of "The Killing Joke?" And did David Choe nearly create an X-Men comic book?

Comic Book Legends Revealed: Did "Spider-Verse" Really Feature Every Spider-Man? Comic Book Legends Revealed: Did "Spider-Verse" Really Feature Every Spider-Man?

Did Spider-Verse really have an appearance from every Spider-Man iteration? And who was the Red Hood in Dan Slott and Ty Templeton's "Batman Adventures?"

Was Captain America Nemesis the Red Skull Inspired by an Ice Cream Sundae? Was Captain America Nemesis the Red Skull Inspired by an Ice Cream Sundae?

Joe Simon's great eye for design was once tested by... a delicious frozen treat?! Learn the bizarre origin of Captain America's greatest foe.

Captain America & Iron Man Legends Revealed!
Captain America & Iron Man Legends Revealed!

To commemorate "Captain America: Civil War," CSBG spotlights past legends about the two men at the center of "Civil War" -- Cap and Iron Man!

Comic Book Legends Revealed: Were Cap & Iron Man Originally on Opposite Sides in "Civil War?" Comic Book Legends Revealed: Were Cap & Iron Man Originally on Opposite Sides in "Civil War?"

In honor of "Captain America: Civil War," learn whether Captain America and Iron Man were supposed to face off during Marvel's first "Civil War!"

Was John Byrne Supposed to Join Image Comics at the Very Beginning? Was John Byrne Supposed to Join Image Comics at the Very Beginning?

Comic Book Legends Revealed examines whether writer/artist John Byrne was asked to join Image as the company was being founded in the '90s.

Comic Book Legends Revealed: Did Marvel Edit the "Snap" From the Death of Gwen Stacy? Comic Book Legends Revealed: Did Marvel Edit the "Snap" From the Death of Gwen Stacy?

Did Marvel remove the "snap" in "Death of Gwen Stacy" reprints? And was John Byrne almost an original Image Comics creator?

Did DC Comics Almost Change Its Name to Dynamic Comics in the '80s? Did DC Comics Almost Change Its Name to Dynamic Comics in the '80s?

Learn the true story behind Roy Thomas and Marv Wolfman's attempts to change the name of DC into something more action-packed.

Comic Book Legends Revealed: Did DC Invent the "What If...?" Comic Comic Book Legends Revealed: Did DC Invent the "What If...?" Comic

Did Batman have a What If...? comic a decade before Marvel? And did DC Comics almost change their name to Dynamic Comics?

Did 1997's "Batman and Robin" Almost Lead to a "Nightwing" Spinoff Film? Did 1997's "Batman and Robin" Almost Lead to a "Nightwing" Spinoff Film?

Did "Batman and Robin" pave the way for a Chris O'Donnell-starring "Nightwing" solo film... or stop it dead in its tracks? Find out!

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