Spectrum Comics
Encyclopedia
Spectrum Comics was a short-lived American
comic book publisher during the 1980s. Based in Bristol, Connecticut
, Spectrum only published three series during its existence. Notable creators associated with Spectrum included Karl Kesel
and Tom Morgan
.
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comic book publisher during the 1980s. Based in Bristol, Connecticut
Bristol, Connecticut
Bristol is a suburban city located in Hartford County, Connecticut, United States southwest of Hartford. According to 2006 Census Bureau estimates, the population of the city is 61,353. Bristol is primarily known as the home of ESPN, whose central studios are in the city. Bristol is also home to...
, Spectrum only published three series during its existence. Notable creators associated with Spectrum included Karl Kesel
Karl Kesel
Karl Kesel is an American comics writer and inker whose works have primarily been under contract for DC Comics...
and Tom Morgan
Tom Morgan (comics)
Tom Morgan is an American comic book artist known primarily for his work on Marvel Comics' Captain America, The Punisher 2099, Excalibur and Iron Man.-Biography:...
.
Titles
- Spectrum Comics Previews (Feb. 1983) — magazine-sized issue previewing upcoming Spectrum titles
- Codename: Strikeforce (2 issues, June 1984–) — a team of four heroes. Strike has the power to shoot fire from his hands because of power braclets that he wears. Pig-Iron can alter his body mass making himself extremely dense, and is unaffected by weapons such as guns. Sterling has super strength and is impervious to harm. Celsius can generate massive amounts of radioactive activity which he can discharge at will.
- Guardian (2 issues, March-June 1984)
- Survivors [a.k.a. They Were Chosen to Be the Survivors] (4 issues, June 1983-March 1984) — title picked up by Prelude Graphics, a division of New Sirius Productions.