Marvel is celebrating Pride Month in a big way with nine incredible variant covers by artist Phil Jimenez. The covers feature some of Marvel’s most popular LGBTQ+ heroes: Wiccan and Hulkling, America Chavez, Mystique, Northstar, Iceman, Moondragon, Black Cat, Daken, and the new Valkyrie, Runa.
“I’m always blown away at how different things are now in comics when it comes to LGBTQ+ representation than when I started, and Marvel’s dedication to that inclusion,” Jimenez said. “As an (ahem!) older gay creator, I’m always thrilled by the opportunity to draw iconic LGBTQ+ characters from Marvel’s past and present, and grateful to contribute to Marvel’s future: one that truly represents the world — and the wonderful diversity of humanity — right outside your window.”
The first two covers, Black Cat #7 and Marauders #21 featuring Iceman, release on June 2nd, with additional covers releasing in subsequent weeks throughout the month of June.
My favorite cover is Marvel’s Voices: Pride #1 featuring America Chavez. America’s powerful stance, the star around her and her determined facial expression really just stands out. Jimenez outdid himself with that one!
Check out all nine covers and additional details below!
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MARVEL’S PRIDE MONTH VARIANT COVERS REVEALED!
Check out all nine stunning covers by Phil Jimenez coming next month!
New York, NY— May 12, 2021 — This June, Marvel Comics will commemorate Pride Month with a new series of stunning variant covers by legendary artist Phil Jimenez! Spotlighting Marvel’s growing LGBTQ+ representation, Marvel’s PRIDE MONTH VARIANT COVERS will feature some of Marvel’s most popular LGBTQ+ heroes: Wiccan and Hulkling, America Chavez, Mystique, Northstar, Iceman, Moondragon, Black Cat, Daken, and the new Valkyrie, Runa. These stunning depictions will proudly adorn the covers of your favorite Marvel titles throughout the month of June.
“I’m always blown away at how different things are now in comics when it comes to LGBTQ+ representation than when I started, and Marvel’s dedication to that inclusion,” Jimenez said. “As an (ahem!) older gay creator, I’m always thrilled by the opportunity to draw iconic LGBTQ+ characters from Marvel’s past and present, and grateful to contribute to Marvel’s future: one that truly represents the world — and the wonderful diversity of humanity — right outside your window.”
Check them out below and collect all nine PRIDE MONTH VARIANT COVERS starting on June 2nd! For more information, visit Marvel.com.
On Sale 6/2
BLACK CAT #7 PRIDE MONTH VARIANT COVER
MARAUDERS #21 PRIDE MONTH VARIANT COVER featuring Iceman
On Sale 6/9
X-MEN #21 PRIDE MONTH VARIANT COVER featuring Mystique (APR210772)
On Sale 6/16
THE MIGHTY VALKYRIES #3 PRIDE MONTH VARIANT COVER featuring Runa (APR210877)
On Sale 6/23
GUARDIANS OF THE GALAXY #15 PRIDE MONTH VARIANT COVER featuring Moondragon (APR210928)
MARVEL’S VOICES: PRIDE #1 PRIDE MONTH VARIANT COVER A featuring America Chavez (APR210814)
MARVEL’S VOICES: PRIDE #1 PRIDE MONTH VARIANT COVER B featuring Hulkling and Wiccan (APR210816)
WOLVERINE #13 PRIDE MONTH VARIANT COVER featuring Daken (APR210792)
On Sale 6/30
X-FACTOR #10 PRIDE MONTH VARIANT COVER featuring Northstar (APR210802)
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