

The Saga ContinuesWhile original writer Brian K. The series eventually culminates with a shocking betrayal and the final confrontation between the Runaways and the Pride. These first 18 issues lay the groundwork for everything to come with the team, following their struggles to remain one step ahead of their parents and the group dynamic that forms over time.

That, and the fact that Gert gained a pet dinosaur named Old Lace. That innate distrust of authority (even groups like The Avengers) is one element that immediately set the Runaways apart from other Marvel teams. Even as they come to terms with their own budding superhuman powers, these characters decide that the only way to escape their parents' influence is to go on the run and try to take down the Pride themselves. These six Los Angeles-based youngsters discovered that their parents were all members of a secretive cabal of supervillains known as The Pride. Here readers are introduced to strategic genius Alex Wilder, neophyte witch Nico Minoru, jock/tech whiz Chase Stein, surly loner Gertrude Stein, ethereal alien Karolina Dean and super-strong mutant Molly Hayes. The Original SeriesThe original volume of Runaways spanned 18 issues and told a pretty complete story about the rise of new teen superhero team. We've tried to keep this article as spoiler-free as possible, as there's no substitute for experiencing the Runaways comics for yourself. We've broken down the main Runaways saga chronologically, covering all the team's major appearances and other key stories they've appeared in over the years.

COLLECTING: RUNAWAYS (2003) 1-6Ĭustomers who bought this item also bought.Clearly, now is the time to get caught up on this cult-favorite franchise. Together, they run away from home and straight into the adventure of their lives - vowing to turn the tables on their evil legacy. When these six young friends discover their parents are all secretly super-powered villains, the shocked teens find strength in one another. but what if they really are? Meet Alex, Karolina, Gert, Chase, Molly and Nico - whose lives are about to take an unexpected turn. Reading Level: 3.6 Interest Level: Upper Grades Point Value: 1.0Īt some point in their lives, all young people believe their parents are evil. Physical Information: 0.4" H x 6.6" W x 9.9" (0.80 lbs) 152 pagesįeatures: Ikids, Illustrated, Price on Product Comics & Graphic Novels | Superheroes (see Also Fiction - Superheroes) (Text by (Art, Photo Books)), Alphona, Adrian (Illustrator)īinding Type: Paperback - See All Available Formats & Editions
