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THE BEST SELLERS LIST

*To commemorate Siege published in 2010.

In our new hotness, we have The Best Sellers List. Here, we cover the greatest battles of a particular character in a comic or series, and how it made it a best-seller. In our new hotness for February, is Thor in the Marvel event Siege (2010).

First, let’s reveal a poll on Twitter. Then, let’s show how it was a success.

#Thor has entertained fans for decades with mighty feats. Did his execution of #VoidSentry boost key sales for 'Siege?' #DarkAvengers #Asgard #thorloveandthunder

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WHY THOR IS ON THE BEST SELLERS LIST

THE CREATIVE TEAM

Namely, the creative team on the story arc is star-studded talent. In a few words, celebrated writer Brian Michael Bendis and the incredible artist Olivier Coipel collaborate on the series. For his part, the writer is known for the very popular Ultimate Universe at Marvel where he updated various heroes to a modern audience such as Spider-Man, X-Men and Avengers.

When both superstars collaborate on this work, you expect a modern take on classic superheroes. In fact, the creative team shook Thor’s world and the Marvel universe!

AN AFTERMATH TO CIVIL WAR

When Mark Millar created Civil War (2006), it was promoted as “Whose Side Are You On?” Indeed, it introduced two opposing versions of the Avengers, one backed by government S.H.I.E.L.D. and the Secret Avengers who opposed Superhuman Registration.

Certainly, Siege (2010) concludes all the ramifications from the event as its aftermath. With a new Dark Avengers team led by Norman Osborn, and disjointed New Avengers and Young Avengers teams, the Marvel Universe was more fragmented than before.

Now, the heroes needed to stop Osborn’s machinations and his declaration of war on the city of Asgard after framing its citizens for a terrorist attack. Witness one of the most dramatic finishes in Marvel history with Thor vs Void Sentry.

THE BATTLE THAT IS INFAMOUS FOR THE EVENT

Importantly, the battle in issue #4 is infamous for the event. When the assembled heroes take on the Dark Avengers and Void Sentry in Oklahoma, they are quickly defeated. In issue #4, Loki empowers the heroes with the Norn stones for the final battle.

Together, the Avengers and Secret Warriors fight Void Sentry. When the monster is threatened, he kills Loki. Then, enraged Thor and the Avengers lead a final assault. With 10 seconds to spare, Iron Man evacuates the Helicarrier and uses it as a bullet to drop on the monster.

Definitely, this comic showed some of the most dramatic events in Marvel history with Thor executing Void Sentry for its crimes, apparently killing Robert Reynolds.

Indeed, buy this comic to witness Maria Hill’s Helicarrier dropped like a bullet by Iron Man. In the end, the comic concluded Civil War with a new unified Avengers team with its rightful leader.

SALES, SALES, SALES

Really, Siege #4 did not boost sales for the story arc. In fact, according to Comichron, at Number 12, it was the last Siege comic with 115,300 unit sales for the year 2010. Let’s compare to the other comics in February 2010.

UNIT SALES IN FEBRUARY 2010 WITH 70,000+ SALES

	1. Blackest Night #7 (of 8) As Nekron continues to wage war on life throughout the universe, Hal Jordan discovers the grim, true mission behind the villain’s return. […]Unit sales: 130,613.
	2. Siege #2 (of 4) Lines have been drawn, and an unlikely hero will save one Avenger, but they can’t save them all. […]Unit sales: 108,429.
	3. The Flash: Rebirth (2009-2010) #6 (of 6): In a battle along the outskirts of time, the secrets of the Speed Force stand revealed and the new arch nemesis of those who ride the lightning targets Iris Allen! […]Unit sales: 70,824.
	4. Dark Avengers #14 After years of mystery, the secrets of the Sentry are revealed! […]Unit sales: 76,639.
	5. Batman and Robin (2009-2011) #8: Part 2 of “Blackest Knight!” Only months into his new role as Batman, Dick Grayson faces perhaps the biggest threat of his life. […]Unit sales: 87,302.

RECOMMENDATION:

Definitely, collect Siege #4 in digital format or comic format. Visit Siege Prices & Siege Value Guide for help to Buy/Sell.

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LINKS

Siege Vol 1 4 in Marvel Database. Siege Vol 1 3 in Marvel Database. 2010 Comic Book Sales to Comics Shops in Comichron. February 2010 Comic Book Sales to Comics Shops in Comichron. Siege Prices & Siege Value Guide in Price Charting.