Greatest Origin Stories in Comics

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[@connorohalloran1636]

Fella you could make a part 10 if need b, there's an absolute ton of great origin stories

[@Harbyz]

I love the Jason Todds origin. In particular Red hood. We the fans made this chance happen. They made a generic Robin with anger issues into a complex multi layered anti hero and sometimes villian

[@ComicBookGuy420]

We the fans also voted for him to die😂

[@rossjones8426]

​@@ComicBookGuy420O'Neil and Stalin hated Robin which is why O'Neil had Batman work solo during 70s Marv Wolfman wanted Dick Grayson to drop the Robin persona in Teen Titans so ask editorial to create a new Robin then O'Neil and Stalin wrote Todd to be obnoxious so everyone hated him.

[@castleclassicmovies148]

Yea he’s my favorite Robin

[@ComicBookGuy420]

@@rossjones8426 I know, I'm one of the people who called in voting for him to die, I honestly just wanted to see what they would do,would they really kill Robin? As it turns out yes they would

[@joshuaoberg3579]

Was going to say that

[@TetsuShima]

For me, Rorschach and Dr Manhattan's origins are two of the most awesome of all time. It's pretty fascinating to see a child mistreated by this cruel World since his birth deciding to change it for the best in the most cruel way, and how a man became a literal God simply because he forgot a watch

[@WesleyB-Rook]

Iconic is different from great. Rorschach’s origin is great, but not exactly iconic

[@Bilaldane]

iconic is deffo the wrong adjective to use here

[@WesleyB-Rook]

@@Bilaldane *insert Michael Scott ‘Thank you’ meme*

[@ellbent]

Alan Moore: “…stay away from me.”

[@TetsuShima]

6:00 Speaking of the iconic cover of "The Killing Joke" by Brian Bolland, the author himself made a few years ago a pretty similar art that depicts Walter Kovacs (Rorschach) holding a Rorschach test card in front of his eye while saying to the reader "A Sweet Butterfly". It's a quite funny self-parody, actually

[@knifeteeth]

I'm gay too

[@davidarciga5672]

@@knifeteeth you are an asshole, but you made me laugh so much I commend you good one😅😂😂🤣🙏👍💯

[@John-Doe-Yo]

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[@MikeHawk04]

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[@cnovalles73]

I don't think you should just offer a part 2 - I think you should make this a sub series because you're right, there are so many great origin stories in comic history. I think a lot of us subscribers would watch the hell outta that!!

[@Earth2Natalie]

I'd give it to Superman and Batman as far as the most iconic because it's awe inspiring, Superman is the ultimate symbol of good, what every person should be. Batman's origin story is so realistic, what happened to Bruce as a child can happen to anyone, it gets your attention instantly

[@jeuryrabassa4724]

Spider-Man's Origins has always been my all-time favorite Superhero origin story. It is the most reliable and most realistic origin ever told. Batman's Origins is also great as well and also one of my all-time favorites.

[@brb7202]

Spiderman origin is realistic? So you think that bite of spider would give you superpowers?

[@jeuryrabassa4724]

@@brb7202 When I meant by realistic, I was referring to his real life situations and problems, Like being early at his work and job, taking care of Aunt May and his wife Mary Jane, paying home rent, water bills, electric bills and even hospital bills, As well as taking responsibility for his actions and decisions in his life as both Peter Parker and Spider-Man. Something that we as adults are always dealing with nowadays . And spider bite is obviously fictional and I already know that for years.

[@dasaiyantv8483]

I think Wally West's origin is amazing. Born To Run by Mark Waid is a certified banger, definitely a top 3 Flash story ever imho.

[@dahhmlife]

Silver Surfer, Ghost Rider, Swamp Thing, The Crow, Spawn, and Hellboy are some characters with interesting and/or iconic origins.

[@Theedondeshawn]

Ghost rider for sure

[@kennethdonaldson4092]

Absolutely love this!!! Would love to see not only a part 2, but also a part 3!!!

[@leoartshala4373]

One of the snubs not only in the video but also in the honorable mentions is The Flash’s iconic origin of getting hit by lightning and gaining super speed

[@Artisan1979]

7:06 Actually, I think the snap happened after he got his skin bleached. He was pressured into going ahead with robbing from his old job by goons would not let him back out, take advantage of his grief. Losing his wife, a heist, gone bad, encountering the Batman, and finally falling into a tank of acid, and being disfigured, all culminated in him being unhinged as the result.

[@ericwilson8558]

This was a good video. There should definitely be a part 2. If you decide to make a part 2, would you please do the origin of Eddie Brock/Venom, Bruce Banner/ the Hulk, and Erick Lensure/Magneto please 🙏?

[@bmagnetic]

You covered some of my most favorite origins, but another favorite of mine is the Hulk’s origin. I grew up with 1977’s “The Incredible Hulk” with Lou Ferrigno & Bill Bixby and I loved that origin, but my favorite is from the comics! Shout out to the great Stan Lee!

[@kcollier2192]

Considering my early favorites as a kid were Spidey, the FF, Hulk, Flash and Aquaman (yes- breathing underwater is underrated IMO) I'd have to start with them.

[@hiitsalex6780]

12:28 Don't forget the last box, of “And so a legend is born. And a new name is added to the roster of those who make the world of fantasy the exciting realm of all!"because that's so true. Spider-Man is one of the reasons why Marvel is a amazing franchise.

[@darijanhadzisalihovic6951]

What about Hellboy, I think this one is even more impressive knowing how late it was given to us as a comic, but also the story behind it - you are creator of your destiny, not what has been prophesied about you 😊

[@ComicBookGuy420]

Anung Un Rama

[@matthewlabban3883]

I don’t know how close the flash tv show is to the comics, but I love the idea of reverse flash having to create the flash bc he lost his speed and can’t time travel so he needs Barry to give him more speed.

[@t.nelson9345]

You're right about Spider-Man is the best origin story. But I love to hear the story of Owl Man and Ultra Man.

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[@joepetrecz7912]

Please do a part 2 this was awesome! You guys are awesome keep up the great work 🎉

[@rubyrubio3970]

Can you do the history of zorro, judge dredd, Cassie hack, qwenpool, hit monkey, vamperrella, moon girl & devil dinosaur and league of extraordinary gentlemen

[@TheYeti37]

One of my favorite KZbin channels. Can’t wait for more podcasts

[@Silent_ninja72]

Batman's origin makes him so compelling and complex as a character one that I find relatable as he is complicated, just like all members of humanity.

[@stevewealthy6120]

You should do a Part 2. Maybe even a Part 3 after that. I would love to see Magneto origin. It's one of my favorites

[@TheEntertainmentKnight]

They are so many great origin stories I can only imagine the serious patience it took you to narrow it down Mr quinyonez

[@escoddy8706]

I’m definitely biased because he’s my favourite comic book character but I personally love the the cyclical nature of the flash’s origin (Barry Allen), especially in rebirth. He’s driven by the murder of his mother to pursue a career in criminal justice which ultimately leads to him getting his powers and becoming the flash, in doing so however he starts the domino effect which would lead to the creation of the reverse flash who would eventually kill his mother starting him on the path to become the flash in the first place, the added detail of him becoming the lightning bolt and struck him after his death in crisis really just adds a whole extra layer of storytelling which demonstrates that his powers were not given to him by chance but rather as a fixed point in history.

[@rubensalvador9422]

I love this list. Hope you do make a second list. I would include some non DC / Marvel creations like Fawcetts Captain Marvel, Plastic Man, the Mask and Hellboy.

[@lexmatthewtheurbanavenger8538]

Spider man, hulk, batman, deadpool, wonder woman, black widow and Daredevil to agent venom, and Danny phantom and finally silver surfer

[@DjangoAli]

Ahhh yes… this feels like a classic Variant video 👌🏾

[@gmoney4980]

Spidey & Bats are tied for my fav heroes... the reason why is that it hit close to home when I was a kid.

[@braydenwilliams1248]

when talking about the X-Men you should have added that they are a commentary on the 50s-70s Civil Rights Movement. A "war" brewing due to the inclusion of mutants who are different (a parrel to African Americans), Professor-X's approach of showing kindness over time to gain trust (MLK), Magentos' approach of taking action in a more hands-on and dominant approach (Malcolm X), that's why they are not necessarily rivals in the comics since they were both fighting to attain the same goal. I just think that is genius writing and makes the story all the more cool.

[@rodneyhewitt2772]

This is the first time a Variant video has popped up on my feed in months!

[@TheOne-zn1bd]

Having read the book Gladiator by Wylie, you can definitely see parallels between this an Superman's origin story. Yes I know there is some controversy as to whether this book did influence the creation of Superman. But having read it the similarities are uncanny. Dont think this book gets its due when it comes to Superhero development as a genre

[@DrStrange1963]

The best Superhero origins: 1. Spider-Man ( Peter Parker) 2. Fantastic Four 3. Ghost Rider (Johnny Blaze) 4. Captain America (Steve Rogers) 5. Iron Man (Tony Stark) 6. Nightwing/1st Robin (Dick Grayson) 7. Cyborg (Victor Stone) 8. Teen Titans (1980s Marv Wolfman version) 9. Swamp Thing (Alec Holland) 10. Spawn (Al Simmons)

[@Ace_of_The_Reckoning]

I’m biased but for sure if you do a part 2 Lady Death has got to be up there!🔥🔥🔥

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

Love your work and channel 😊😊😊❤❤❤❤❤

[@mrmysterious8124]

Can you look at The Origins of The Brain from Teen Titans/Doom Patrol🧠🤖

[@omariwalker1006]

Do an origin episode of Variant Comics. I remember when the first episode popped up on KZbin back in 2012 and it's still one of my favourite channels.

[@truthspreader1996]

Ring Center Owner: Hey kid, you could have taken that guy, now he going to get away with mmmyyy money. Peter: I miss the part where that's my problem.

[@chrisjenks9905]

I’m super pumped the podcast is back

[@stryfespoint304]

Origin of the Robins is up there particularly Dick Grayson aka Nightwing along with Punisher, Black Panther, Spawn, Hulk, Preacher, Storm, Luke Cage, Silver Surfer, Daredevil etc.

[@AustenJohnton]

Plez keep this up I love hearing about origins

[@mewow483]

My 2 favorites are spider-man and captain marvel (Billy batson). Spider-man's origin taught a deep and powerful lesson and drives him to be the best hero marvel has. Captain Marvel's is the ultimate wish fulfillment embodies the child like wonder that is often not present in today's comics

[@kevinsalina7634]

Johnny Blaze has always been one of my favorites.

[@naijagerd7909]

Definitely do a pt. 2

[@randywarren7101]

Variant should do a video based on the comic book series" The Krypton Chronicles" about many of Superman's ancestors on Krypton!

[@FigureManiaShow]

Robocop’s origin is one of the most tragic. Alex Murphy is brutally killed and then later rebuilt into a cyborg and later starts to remember his past life.

[@terrancewatts4812]

I absolutely LOVE this video. I would’ve thrown Black Panther’s origin in there though. I still give this a 5/5

[@kanegainous4724]

Def need a part 2

[@ensabahnur7657]

Definitely need 2 more parts!

[@darkshadowx9543]

I agree

[@joelnelson2109]

Arrow is the show that got me into comics so i have to say that version of green arrows origin is my favourite.

[@williamsummerson1204]

Amazing job on the video. My 2 favorite orgin stories will always be Superman and The Joker.

[@mrapocolypse]

Spawn, Phantom, Magneto and TMNT are some of the best.

[@mohammadbashammakh]

Spider-man’s origin is still the greatest superhero origin EVER

[@jesuisbuk]

Please do the Part 2.🙏

[@jamalvargas6146]

In My Opinion The Mask and TMNT Had Awesome origins their family friendly adaptations had to change both comics are brutal AF !!!!

[@Vibranium_man]

Speaking of origin stories, can you do a video about the new origin story of Captain America's shield?

[@lohanmicahtv6684]

nightwing could definitely be up here

[@jasonwang7028]

Spider-Man, Batman, Nightwing.

[@1eyeddevil929]

My favourite origin is Kamen Rider by Ishinomori Shotaro. Hongo Takeshi was kidnapped by SHOCKER, an organisation made up with the remaining Nazi scientists. Hongo was remodelled into a Cyborg and was going to be brainwashed into SHOCKER's Elite Soldiers. However, Hongo managed to escape to safety. Now having to cope with his new augmentation, he fights to stop SHOCKER and any evil forces. Riding off into the distance, with his Mask covering his tears

[@MrVad3r]

Spiderman origin felt so goofy but he was most relatable in terms of peter parker. i feel thats why he became so popular. all the nerdy kids who most likely got bullied in school (at least back in my days) kinda related to him. sam Raimi did such a great job at depicting his origin story. one of the greatest and most popular comic book hero.. but i dunno about his top 1 stop in terms of origin story.

[@TCG1979]

Banner witnessed his father killing his mother after being rejected by his father for being a potential mutant due to gamma testing Brian Banner was doing on himself. He feared he passed mutated DNA onto Bruce which was correct which is why Bruce survived the gamma explosion

[@marcusyates3044]

PLEASE do the Origin of the Birds of Prey!

[@paulpierre4895]

Shirt iz tuff

[@ironthanosinfinity3059]

I dont care what anyone says, Batman and spiderman's origins are probably the first thing that comes to mind when skmeone asks you about superhero origins.

[@S.Somwaru]

Can you do a video on The Sinister Six (Scorpion🦂, Doctor Octopus 🐙, Hobgoblin, Mysterio, Kraven The Hunter🔪, Rhino🦏 and Sandman).+The Chameleon🦎.

[@danielsantiagourtado3430]

Peter parker's will forever be iconic

[@unclelink]

All I got is the idea, if I had writing talent I'd put pen to paper then share it. The idea: Superman's glasses were a gift from The Doctor after helping the Time Lord with a crisis! Yes, my idea was to make Clark's glasses Time Lord tech similar to the Psychic Paper the Doctor uses from time to... time.

[@christhoms2241]

Green Arrow’s years on the island in Arrow or War of the Clans are unmatched imho

[@amarvelnamedmase5437]

Please I need the part 2

[@kjiyere7224]

Expecting Superman, Batman, and Spider-Man here. Possibly Captain America and Hulk. Maybe Joker?

[@juanmata9814]

1. Superman 2. Shazam 3. Scarlet Witch and Quicksilver 4. The Hulk 5. Wolverine 6. Fantastic Four 7. X Men 8. Doctor Strange 9. Thor 10. Wonder Woman

[@ngcebomsomi5036]

Spider-Man's origin story has to be one of my favorite.

[@jefffrench1706]

Great list.

[@ytsi7505]

Also spiderman good call not addressing the spider totem aspect of origin 😅

[@e.g.9823]

I love Laura Kinney's(X-23)origin.

[@seanalvarado1245]

Need a pt. 2

[@rotzie8834]

I would just say the X-Men origin are the best

[@DacierGaming]

I think Magneto deserves a spotlight. Eric and his family are at Auschwitz and that causes his powers to manifest. Really tragic story.

[@quentinfogger5755]

So when are you going to do history of DC Despero since he is one of the biggest Justice League Villians from the Comics?

[@quentinfogger5755]

Since you did the history of Midnight Man, Are you going to do history of other Moon Knight villains like Arthur Harrow, Shadow Knight, Bushman, the Zodiac Cartel, Stained Glass Scarlet, Moon_Shade and the Sun-King?Since you did the history of Midnight Man, Are you going to do history of other Moon Knight villains like Arthur Harrow, Shadow Knight, Bushman, the Zodiac Cartel, Stained Glass Scarlet, Moon_Shade and the Sun-King?

[@Braig1]

For me The Phantom Stranger, Lobo, The Spectre and Captain Marvel/Shazam have the best origins in DC.

[@matthewrooney8834]

The tmnt is a good origin, lost, found family, sci-fi, ninjas everything

[@kingshadow8782]

Very good!

[@quentinfogger5755]

How long till you do history of America-Chavez, Speed and Wiccan since these Young Avengers played a major role in Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness? Can you please do history of them in honour of the release of Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness?

[@BardockObama5]

I would like a part two

[@thedukeofchutney468]

I don’t think you can really beat the big three. Superman, Batman and Spider-Man. But if I had to choose I’d go with Peter as he combines the tragedy of Batman with the relatability of Clark.

[@crazyimaginations1244]

For pt 2 do the origin of MartanManHunter

[@quentinfogger5755]

Are you going to do which comic book origin for villains is the best?

[@steveburnham5073]

Wolverine origins does show what has happened to him from the beginning to current.

[@wendigo8118]

Can you do a review on Jason Aarons, Scalped?

[@jamiedeering3400]

Are you guys going to finish/continue some of the series you started but yet to finish like knights of steel

[@adrianizquierdo9143]

You should Do top 10 Image comics characters

[@TheGuzeinbuick]

If Spawn isn't on here we're gonna have some problems.

[@khumarchauhan1231]

Okay. Before I start the video. Here’s my guesses and personal list. Batman, Superman, Spider-Man, Captain America, maybe Iron Man, Wolverine, GL Hal Jordan, The Flash (Barry Allen), Green Arrow (mostly because of Arrow), Batman Beyond, Spider-Man 2099. And maybe a few others but those are off the top of my head. Ultimate Spider-Man (miles morales) Edit: Also if we’re counting villains then the list is probably even longer. But a few would be Joker, Magneto, Lex Luthor (Smallville), Dr. Doom, Mr Freeze, Darkseid, and Thanos. Probably more but that’s just the first that come to mind. Deathstroke as well

[@Psiros]

Honorable Mention should go to the Silver Surfer - a man who sacrificed everything to save his world from Galactus.

[@ggt47]

A list I am surprised that was not done before. Not being rude or complaining.

[@cattameme]

'Your boy' always talking about food

[@marvelgeek9577]

My favorite origins that aren’t on this list would have to be; Captain America’s origin Iron Man’s origin Miles Morales’ origin Barry Allen Flash’s origin Hulk’s origin Thanos’ origin Mr. Freeze’s origin Red Hoods’s origin Punisher’s origin Daredevil’s origin

[@GaryTurbo]

What about Black Lightning? Jefferson Pierce became a superhero due to the death of one of his students