MARVEL'S LOS ANGELES
Like its real world counterpart, Marvel's Los Angeles boasts its fair share of celebrities; some of them just happen to be super heroes, too. From tech magnates like Iron Man to actors like Wonder Man, these heroes chose to embrace the spotlight, while others—like Werewolf by Night and Ghost Rider—prefer to stay out of the limelight. Here are some of the super heroes and teams that call L.A. home.
Lights! Camera! Action!
In Marvel Spotlight (1971) #2
In his very first Marvel Universe appearance, Jack Russell stalks the streets of L.A. as the deadly Werewolf by Night. After his first transformation, Jack uncovers the truth about his lycanthropic legacy and wrestles the beast within in the wake of a devastating tragedy.
In Champions (1975) #1
L.A. gets its very first super team when Hercules assembles Black Widow, Ghost Rider, Iceman, and Angel as the Champions to protect the city from Pluto. However, despite funding from Angel, the Champions only stay together for a brief time.
In Marvel Premiere (1972) #28
Werewolf by Night isn't the only monster prowling L.A.! In this issue, Jack Russell, Man Thing, Johnny Blaze's Ghost Rider, and Morbius the Living Vampire team up when a mysterious mountain emerges on Sunset Boulevard, marking the first appearance of the Legion of Monsters.
In The Savage She-Hulk (1980) #1
After a fateful visit from her cousin Bruce Banner, L.A. lawyer Jennifer Walters becomes the Sensational She-Hulk! For her earliest adventures, Jen must balance her career with her extracurricular activities as a reluctant super hero on the streets of Los Angeles.
West Coast Avengers: The Beginning
In West Coast Avengers (1984) #1
In this miniseries, Hawkeye and Mockingbird launch the inaugural West Coast Avengers team with Jim "Rhodey" Rhodes' Iron Man, Tigra, and Wonder Man. The group also establishes the Avengers Compound, a massive estate in Palos Verdes that serves the Avengers for many years to come.
West Coast Avengers: The Adventure Continues
In West Coast Avengers (1985) #1
Following their debut, the West Coast Avengers team grows to include over two dozen heroes on a rotating basis, including Iron Man (Tony Stark), Wasp, Ant-Man (Hank Pym), Moon Knight, Vision, Scarlet Witch, U.S. Agent, and the Thing. This iconic run features the introduction of White Vision, the loss of Scarlet Witch's children, and other milestone moments.
In Iron Man (1968) #217
During his time with the West Coast Avengers, Tony Stark moved to the Retreat, a beachfront mansion that overlooks the Pacific Ocean in Malibu. In this issue, his attempt to launch Stark Enterprises in L.A. goes awry when Justin Hammer sends the Adapoid to sabotage him.
In X-Statix (2002) #1
Reality TV gets a mutant makeover with X-Statix, whose violent and frequently deadly adventures take place in L.A. On top of their on-air missions, these celebrity mutants must deal with groupies, loss, addiction, betrayal, crazy wannabe members, Hollywood agents, and more.
In Runaways (2003) #1
When a group of teenagers discover their parents are secret super villains, they band together as the Runaways to stop them—if they can figure out how to live on their own in L.A. first, that is. This debut issue introduces Nico Minoru, Karolina Dean, Gertrude Yorkes, Molly Hayes, Chase Stein and Alex Widler to the Marvel Universe.
In The Order (2007) #1
In the wake of Civil War, the 50-State Initiative installed a state-sanctioned super team in every state. Tony Stark takes charge of the L.A. team, dubbed the Order, starting in this issue.
In All-New Ghost Rider (2014) #1
Hailing from the L.A. neighborhood Hillrock Heights, Robbie Reyes roars onto the scene as Ghost Rider when a vengeful spirit brings him back from the dead. He swaps the classic motorcycle for a muscle car known as the Hell Charger.
In Hawkeye (2016) #1
In the hopes of getting a fresh start, Kate Bishop moves to Los Angeles and opens Hawkeye Investigations, her very own P.I. firm. See Kate uncover shady business deals, campus stalkers, missing persons, and more in L.A.!
West Coast Avengers: The Return
In West Coast Avengers (2018) #1
The West Coast Avengers swing back into action with a completely new roster of heroes, including Hawkeye (Clint Barton), Hawkeye (Kate Bishop), America Chavez, Gwenpool, Kid Omega, and a newcomer called Fuse. Based out of Santa Monica, this team faces a fifty-foot version of Tigra, M.O.D.O.K, ex-boyfriends, and so much more. Plus: Jeff the Land Shark debuts here!
In Amazing Mary Jane (2019) #1
Lights! Camera! Action! Mary Jane Watson heads to Hollywood for her next big break. Unfortunately, Mysterio has his hands all over her film project. Can she make her L.A. dreams come true, or is it all just an illusion?
West Coast Avengers: The Iron Age
In West Coast Avengers (2024) #1
In this series, Iron Man reestablishes the West Coast Avengers in L.A. with a new twist: the team now aims to rehabilitate villains as heroes. In addition to longtime heroes War Machine, Spider-Woman, and Firestar, this WCA team features Ultron, who has put his villainous ways behind him... or so it seems. Also featuring appearances by original WCA member Simon Williams, AKA Wonder Man!