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Black Bolt

The Inhuman King Black Bolt reigns in silence, as he could level cities with a single word due to his sonic powers.

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Born with immense power, Black Bolt grew to be King of the Inhumans, but his slightest whisper could level mountains.

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If there was ever a strong, silent type, it’s Black Bolt, king of the Inhumans. Exposed to Terrigen mists before birth, he obtained a perilously loud voice that causes massive damage with even a whisper.

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The First Appearance of the Inhumans!  Johnny meets a girl name Crystal and soon discovers she is Inhuman! Upon meeting her family, Johnny recognizes Medusa and immediately calls the Fantastic Four for backup. Their mysterious leader Black Bolt arrives and the two teams face off!

Fantastic Four (1961) #45

Just how far will Pietro go to restore the powers of former mutants? As Inhumans battle the last surviving Genoshans the consequences prove to be horrific. Don't miss this one. The repercussions from this finale will echo into CIVIL WAR in the months to come... 32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99

Son of M (2005) #6

In the days of the Cold War, the nuclear powers put forward the theory that if two superpowers each possessed the firepower to obliterate the other, they would never go to war. This was known as Mutual Assured Destruction. MAD. Now, once again two great superpowers face one another. On one side, the Sentry. On the other, Black Bolt. Totally MAD. 32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99

Silent War (2007) #5

NEW AVENGERS: ILLUMINATI #1 (OF 5) Written by BRIAN MICHAEL BENDIS & BRIAN REED Pencils & Cover by JIM CHEUNG The Illuminati is a secret organization comprised of several of the world's most powerful heroes: Sorcerer Supreme Doctor Strange, Black Bolt, King of the Inhumans, Charles Xavier, founder of the X-Men and mutant rights activist, Reed Richards, founding member of the Fantastic Four, Namor the Sub-Mariner, King of Atlantis and Iron Man (Anthony Stark), founding  member of the Avengers.  These six men have worked together to mold and shape the status of the superhuman world and the world around it.  How and what they have done together has remained a mystery...  UNTIL NOW... Writers Brian Michael Bendis ( Avengers, Ultimate Spider-Man) and Brian Reed ( Ms. Marvel) have joined together with  Jim Cheung (Young Avengers) to reveal this untold story of the Marvel Universe and the Illuminati's actions affect today! 32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$2.99

New Avengers: Illuminati (2006) #1

SECRET INVASION TIE-IN! The hunt for Black Bolt takes the Inhumans into the stars! Medusa leads her Royal Family into space - and she's about to make a devil's bargain with the Kree - and Ronan the Accuser! Is the enemy of your enemy really your friend? And can the Inhumans keep their family together in time to find their King? Joe Pokaski (TV's Heroes) and Tom Raney (ANNIHILATION: CONQUEST) continue the story that will lead not only to SECRET INVASION #8, but also to more cosmic action in 2009! Rated T+ ...$2.99

Secret Invasion: Inhumans (2008) #3

It's finally here...WAR OF KINGS! The Secret Invasion may be over, but the Inhumans are still reeling from the terrible wounds inflicted on them by the Skrulls. And this time, the Royal Family and their massively powered people have been pushed too far! You have never seen the Inhumans like this - and it's only the beginning! Plus: How will the empire-expanding Vulcan react to these recent universe-shaking developments? Before this double-sized shocker is over, vengeance will be had, daring alliances will be forged, and the first shots in a destiny-changing battle will be fired! The acclaimed team of writers Dan Abnett & Andy Lanning (NOVA) and artist Paul Pelletier (GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY) unite to revamp heroes, reveal villains and rock the universe! One-Shot/Rated T+ ...$3.99

Secret Invasion: War of Kings (2009) #1

This is it - the big fight for all the cosmic marbles! Shi'Ar vs. Inhuman! Black Bolt vs. Vulcan! Who will rule? The fate of two intergalactic civilizations teeters on the brink, and the outcome of this conflict will send shockwaves throughout the Marvel Universe! Don't miss the climactic chapter in what IGN.com calls: "Action-packed but intimate and character driven...this could very well be the textbook definition of how to execute major superhero storylines."
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War of Kings (2009) #6

The return of the king! Black Bolt is back and determined to reclaim his throne.

FF (2011) #6

The industry's best-selling artist comes to the Inhumans! The prelude to one of Marvel's biggest launches of 2015 is here! Think you know Black Bolt? Think again, as the men who killed Wolverine show you a side of the Inhuman King you've never seen before!

Uncanny Inhumans (2015)

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With the power to level a city with a single word, Blackagar Boltagon, ‘Black Bolt’, rules the Inhumans by right of royal blood and incalculable strength. Alongside his beloved Queen Medusa, Black Bolt has defended the Inhumans from earthly threats, alien invasions and his own mad brother. Read these tales of the Inhuman King!

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