The Hero Evolves
Michael Desharnais, co-creator of the ThunderZone Comics universe, is back with Marshal Strong #2, the latest installment in the high-octane saga of a meta-human military hero grappling with power and peril. For newcomers, Colonel Marshal Strong isn't your typical soldier. Once a decorated Air Force psychiatrist, he's transformed into a super-soldier through a secret government project involving alien tech. Now leading the APEX team, he battles global threats while fighting a personal war against "meta-human psychosis," a dangerous side effect of his enhancements.
Desharnais, who joined forces with artist Elton Thomasi over a decade ago, promises even more action, intrigue, and mind-bending twists in this issue. Here's what fans—and newcomers—need to know.
Q&A: What to Expect in Marshal Strong #2
Q: Do readers need to start with Issue #1?
Michael Desharnais: While Issue #2 stands on its own, flashbacks nod to the cataclysmic events of the debut. New fans can dive in here, but both issues are available on Kickstarter for those craving the full saga.
Q: How does this issue expand Marshal's story?
Desharnais: We rewind to Colonel Strong's early days, revealing how he became entangled in the military's meta-human experiments. His role as a psychiatrist screening candidates takes a drastic turn, setting the stage for his transformation. Plus, we explore the fallout from his previous clash with the villainous Secret Shogun.
Q: With a faster release schedule, how do you maintain quality?
Desharnais: Elton [Thomasi] and I have worked together since 2013, and we've pre-produced an entire story arc. This ensures the ThunderZone Universe delivers on time without compromising the explosive art and storytelling fans love.
Q: Who designed the covers?
Desharnais: Three stunning covers are up for grabs: two by Elton Thomasi and a third by JW Erwin. Each captures the grit and grandeur of Marshal's world.
Q: Why should fans grab this issue?
Desharnais: Betrayal shakes APEX to its core! A hidden traitor sparks chaos with lasting consequences. We also meet Magnum and Deacon Hammer—key players hinted at in Issue #1—and Elton's artwork makes every fight leap off the page.
Kickstarter Details at a Glance
- Campaign Link: ThunderZone Comics Strikes Back
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- Add-Ons: Marshal Strong #1 is available for backers craving the full story.
Final Word
Marshal Strong #2 blends sci-fi spectacle with psychological depth, cementing its hero as a modern icon wrestling with the cost of power. With electrifying art, new villains, and a ticking time bomb of suspense, this issue is a must-read for action-comic fans. Don't miss the Kickstarter—and prepare for chaos.