Champions #22 (Marvel 2018)

Champions #22 is a "senses-shattering" status-quo shifter, serving as Part 1 of the "Give and Take" story arc. Published in July 2018, this issue is a critical turning point for the team following the events of Infinity Countdown, featuring major identity changes and "mind-blowing" character evolutions. At White Dragon Comics, we track these key legacy issues to ensure your modern Marvel collection stays in "investment-grade" condition.

Issue Summary: "Give and Take" Part 1

In this "pulsating" chapter by writer Jim Zub, the Champions reunite on Earth only to find that their time in space has left "mind-bending" scars on the team.

• The Rise of Brawn: This issue features the "stupefying" first appearance of Amadeus Cho as Brawn. No longer the "Totally Awesome Hulk," Amadeus debuts a leaner, more controlled form that marks a "senses-shattering" new era for his character.

• Ironheart’s Upgrade: Riri Williams debuts her "visual fluidity" via a brand-new suit of armor (Model 3) constructed from Chitauri technology, while a depowered Sam Alexander struggles to find his place on the team without his Nova helmet.

• The Mission: Guest-starring the "weird and twisted" Man-Thing, the team heads to the Tanzanian village of Mbali to solve a water contamination crisis, only to discover a "senses-shattering" supernatural threat lurking beneath the surface.

Creative Team & Specifications

• Writer: Jim Zub

• Artist: Kevin Libranda

• Colorist: Marcio Menyz

• Main Cover Artist: R.B. Silva

• Variant Cover Artist: Kevin Libranda (2nd Printing Variant)

• Release Date: July 11, 2018

• Publisher: Marvel Comics