Skaar

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Skaar is a Marvel Comics character co-created by writer Greg Pak and artist Carlo Pagulayan. The character first appeared in World War Hulk #5, written by Greg Pak and drawn by John Romita, Jr. Skaar is the son of the Hulk and Caiera the Oldstrong, conceived on Planet Sakaar during the Planet Hulk storyline. Skaar starred in the Skaar: Son of Hulk series, launched in 2008 by Pak and artist Ron Garney. After arriving on Earth, Skaar co-starred in the Incredible Hulk series beginning with the Son of Banner storyline in issue #601 and coming to a climax at the end of the World War Hulks storyline in issue #611. The character had his first appearance in the Marvel Cinematic Universe in the 2022 season finale to the She-Hulk series.

“Big sword, big fists, always angry and ready to decapitate, Skaar is my kind of fellow. Mr. Pak has spun an intense tale to grab Hulk lovers’ attention and fans of a certain muscle-bound Cimmerian. It’s just a matter of time before father returns to see how much trouble his irradiated offspring has caused. I can’t wait.”
— Joseph Szadkowski, Washington Times

You can buy signed Skaar comics at the Greg Pak Shop.

Comic Book Resources interviews Greg Pak

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Robert Taylor has interviewed writer Greg Pak for the “Reflections” column at Comic Book Resources. The interview covers all of Pak’s current books, including “Incredible Hercules,” “Skaar,” “Magneto: Testament,” and “War Machine.” Here’s an excerpt about “Skaar”:

How much has the character evolved from your first idea of him back when you created him in “World War Hulk?”
From the beginning, I knew that Skaar would be born in fire and raised by monsters before heading out into a savage world where society and government have been swept away by cataclysm and war. That’s all stayed the same—as have the big themes of exploring what heroism means in a world gone mad. But there are some elements of Skaar’s look and personality that have evolved. Originally, I envisioned the adult Skaar roaming the deserts wearing a metal faceplate. Joe pretty reasonably pointed out that we might be able to identify with the character more if we could see his face. At one point, I’d also toyed with the idea of Skaar as a more spiritual, mystic figure—someone who is consciously on a sort of dreamquest. But as we developed the book, I realized the richer dynamic would be for the people around Skaar to be pushing him on that dreamquest—while the savage Son of Hulk himself might have totally different motivations for doing what he does.

Click here to read the full interview, which also includes six page previews of “Incredible Hercules” #122 and “Skaar: Son of Hulk” #4, both of which hit comic book stores tomorrow.

The Silver Surfer returns to Planet Sakaar in “Skaar” #7

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Marvel has announced that in January 2009, “Skaar: Son of Hulk” #7 will feature the return of the Silver Surfer to Planet Sakaar.
Two years ago, the Silver Surfer clashed with the Hulk as the Silver Savage in “Incredible Hulk” #95, an appearance that’s spawned two different spin off toys and a Sideshow collectible diorama.
Now “Planet Hulk” and “Skaar: Son of Hulk” writer Greg Pak brings the Silver Savage back for an epic clash. Here’s the solicitation for “Skaar” #7 from Newsarama:

The soothsayers sing: One day, green-hued giants will clash on the broken battlefields of savage Sakaar. One day the son will confront the father who abandoned him to monsters and madmen. But before Skaar can meet the Hulk, he must survive today’s terrible clash. And even with all his rage and strength, what hope can he have against the return of the SILVER SAVAGE? The Silver Surfer returns to Sakaar as a new story-arc begins!

Check out the Ed McGuinness cover to the right, and ask your local retailer to pre-order a copy of “Skaar” #7 for you today!

2008.11.26 – “Skaar: Son of Hulk” #5

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“Skaar: Son of Hulk” #5, written by Greg Pak with art by Ron Garney and Butch Guice, hits comic book stores on November 26. Here’s the solicitation from Marvel.com:

The battle for Prophet Rock begins! Can Skaar seize the true power of his Oldstrong heritage? Can Old Sam, Princess Omaka, and the refugees of Sakaar survive long enough to find out? And what shocking secret could change everything once it falls from the lips of the blind Shadow Priest of Axeman Bone? More epic barbarian action as the Son of Hulk smashes through the savage planet of Sakaar!

2008.10.29 – “Skaar: Son of Hulk” #4

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“Skaar: Son of Hulk” #4, written by Greg Pak with art by Ron Garney and Butch Guice, hits comic book stores on October 29. Here’s the solicitation from Marvel.com:

A thousand years ago, the Prophet entered the desert, as hungry and broken as any who hears me now. But when he emerged, he was strong enough to save the seven clans of talking souls. Today we walk the Prophet’s Walk, so that you may find your own true power, Son of Hulk. But are you ready for the Prophet’s trials? (Plus… just who the devil is that mysterious gray faced boy in the “Shadow Tales” backup story?)

ComicCritique loves “Savage World of Sakaar” special

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Adam McGovern has posted a five star review of “Skaar Son of Hulk: Savage World of Sakaar” special, written by Greg Pak with art by Carlo Pagulayan, Tim Truman, Tim Green II, and Gabriel Hardman. Here’s an excerpt:

Pak has a flawless ear for the unadorned eloquence of peasant speech and warrior philosophy, and, as keen an observer of how wonder can decline into mysticism as he is, he sees the ways that desperation can morph events into myth just as clearly; a nightmare verso of the Jesus story is playing out in the way that Skaar draws people to his side, and how his personal sacrifices are interpreted as holy gifts. At the same time, Pak’s characterization of a brutal protagonist is quite subtle in the mysterious way that Skaar seems to be appearing to different constituencies the way they need to see him – capable of tenderness for the seer who is his would-be father figure; unrelentingly ruthless for the warrior princess who had been skeptical of his mettle – an inherently diplomatic, even merciful trait, in the context of a world caught in a kind of perpetual prehistory and scraping toward survival.

Click here to read the whole thing.

Geeks of Doom posts massive interview with Greg Pak

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GeeksofDoom.com has posted a big interview with comic book writer and filmmaker Greg Pak about everything from Texas politics to “Robot Stories” to Asian American themes to Skaar, Son of Hulk! Here’s an excerpt:

GoD: Your early film work seems to have focused on Asian American themes, such as Fighting Grandpa and Asian Pride Porn. Without necessarily connecting the two (which would seem, on the surface, awkward), you obviously have a deep influence from your heritage. Tell us a little about your early film work and where you drew your inspiration.

GP: I’m half Korean and half white. These days, people usually think I’m the same ethnicity as whomever I’m standing next to — Latino or Arab or Jewish or Native American or Dutch or whatever — I’ve heard it all. But I’ve always identified strongly as Asian American. When I was a kid I looked pretty much straight up Asian and got my share of racist taunts. But my parents taught me to be proud of my heritage and the Boy Scouts taught me that America was all about liberty and justice for all. The upshot is that I think a big motivating factor for me in becoming a storyteller was this desire to break down the barriers that separate people, to do my little bit to humanize different kinds of people.

“Fighting Grandpa” was my thesis film at NYU — it’s a documentary that asks whether my Korean grandparents ever really loved each other. It’s an incredibly specific story, rooted in one Korean American family’s unique quirks and history. But after screenings, people of all different backgrounds would come up to me and say that that was the story of their grandparents. That meant a great deal to me on a personal level, of course. But it also made me happy because it meant that folks of all different backgrounds had bonded with these Asian American people on the screen in a way that they might never have before. And in a world in which Asians are still horribly stereotyped and ridiculed in the most repellently racist ways in all kinds of media, that felt like a good thing.

In a kind of crazy way, those same impulses have probably helped me write the Hulk. On one level, “Planet Hulk” is about how what we think we know about a person can be completely wrong. Everyone knows the Hulk and his Warbound companions are monsters. But by the end of the story, we realize they may just be heroes. People are always deeper and usually better than the stereotypes would have us believe.

Click here to read the whole thing.

Greg Pak talks up “Hulk Family”

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Kevin Mahadeo has interviewed Greg Pak, Fred Van Lente, and Paul Tobin about their work on the upcoming “Hulk Family” one shot. Here’s an excerpt from the Greg Pak interview about the Skaar story he’s contributing:

Well, can you give up a little hint as to some of the stuff that will be popping up in this issue?
PAK: Well, you’re going to find out the origin of Skaar’s loincloth. [Laughs]
Yes! The story we’ve been waiting for! [Laughs]
PAK: Exactly! Where did he get that jaunty loincloth and how did he know how to wear it with such pizzazz? We also get a glimpse of young Skaar’s artistic abilities. So, how about that? And of course much slashing and smashing takes place. And who knows, somebody might eat somebody.

Click here to read the whole thing.

Greg Pak talks “Savage World of Sakaar”

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Comic Book Resources has interviewed Greg Pak about the “Savage World of Sakaar” one shot that hits comic book stores on September 24. Here’s an excerpt:

“Savage World of Sakaar” is both an anthology and a single story that ties into the larger mythology of Sakaar. “There’s an overall story that fits right into the continuity between ‘Skaar’ #3 and #4. And there are a number of other stories throughout the book that reveal critical bits of history from the lives of several of our key characters.” Pak stated. “I’m pretty darn proud of the book — it might just be the best Skaar script I’ve written thus far. And it’s absolutely chock full of key character moments for our principals and little nuggets and hints about what’s to come.”

Click here to read the whole article and view the amazing preview art from Carlo Pagulayan, Tim Green II, Gabriel Hardman, and Tim Truman — then tell your local comic shop to hold you a copy today!

Marvel.com interviews Greg Pak about Skaar, War Machine, Magneto, and Hercules

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Yep, just about all bases covered! Kiel Phegley interviews Greg Pak about just about every Marvel comic book he’s writing, including “Skaar: Son of Hulk,” “War Machine,” “Magneto: Testament,” and “Incredible Hercules.” Just a taste:

Marvel.com: Speaking of payoff, this week sees the final part of your “Sacred Invasion” storyline pitting the gods of Earth against the gods of the Skrull empire. How will the finale to this event tie in affect the status quo of HERCULES as we move forward into future adventures?
Greg Pak: The nice thing about this is that we wouldn’t have done a crossover if we didn’t have an idea that made sense that was not only a fun addition to the big event but was also taking the big super story of our characters to the next level. This isn’t just a little detour for Hercules and Amadeus. This whole Skrull adventure is key in setting up very important elements in terms of the epic adventure story that they’re on—particularly in terms of the last few pages of issue #120. Some of those things are going to reveal themselves, and it should be kind of a mind blower for people who have been following the book for a while. There are big consequences and ramifications coming out of this story that will affect these characters for quite a long time.

Click here to read the whole thing — and check out the preview pages!