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After looking at hundreds of comic book covers, it becomes quickly apparent that not every cover is 100% original. Whether done intentionally or even underhandedly, there’s something about uncovering these “swipes” that adds a new element of fun to reading and collecting comics.

Taking a page from Marvel and DC’s marketing book, Skullkickers decided to relaunch their book with a new issue #1 and an enticing title change. Issue #23 was renamed DARK SKULLKICKERS DARK and the numbering changed to #1. I think the plan worked, and sales increased – even though it was a noticeable swipe at the big two publishers.

Green Lantern #85 September 1971 Neal Adams

Dark Skullkickers Dark #1 July 2013

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After looking at hundreds of comic book covers, it becomes quickly apparent that not every cover is 100% original. Whether done intentionally or even underhandedly, there’s something about uncovering these “swipes” that adds a new element of fun to reading and collecting comics.

Wolverine: the Origin #2 December 2000 Joe Quesada

Powerless #2 September 2004 Tony Harris

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After looking at hundreds of comic book covers, it becomes quickly apparent that not every cover is 100% original. Whether done intentionally or even underhandedly, there’s something about uncovering these “swipes” that adds a new element of fun to reading and collecting comics.

Alpha Flight #12 July 1984 John Byrne	Alpha Flight #129 February 1994 Dario Carrasco
Alpha Flight vol. II #12 July 1998 Duncan Rouleau	Alpha Flight vol. III #12 April 2005 Clayton Henry
G.I. Joe: Cobra #12 January 2011 Antonio Fuso

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