Starr the Slayer (comics)

From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

Starr the Slayer

Publisher Marvel Comics
First appearance Chamber of Darkness #4 (April, 1970)
Created by Roy Thomas
Barry Windsor-Smith
Characteristics
Alter ego Starr
Affiliations Unknown

Starr the Slayer is a fictional character appearing the comic books published by Marvel Comics. Starr is the adventurer king of Zardath.

In 2007, writer Warren Ellis introduced a new version of Starr in the Marvel series newuniversal.

Contents

[edit] Publication history

[edit] Chamber of Darkness

The initial version of Starr was a barbarian king, defending his kingdom. A 20th century writer, Len Carson, dreamed of Starr's adventures - Starr later met and killed Carson.

It is unclear whether or not Starr was intended to be part of the Marvel Universe.

[edit] newuniversal

This article or section contains information about a scheduled or expected comic book release, or a series already in progress. It is likely to contain tentative information and the content may change dramatically as the product release approaches and more information becomes available.

Warren Ellis has stated that a new version of Starr will appear in the upcoming newuniversal series. Preview art released in advance of the first issue has included design sketches for a barbarian character named as The Slayer - this appears to be the new version of Starr.

[edit] References

[edit] External links