Template:Infobox comics character U.S. 1 was a Marvel Comics comic book series that debuted in 1983. The series was produced based on a license of the US-1 Trucks slot truck toyline from Tyco Toys.[1]
Publication history
U.S. 1 lasted for 12 issues (May 1983 - October 1984). It was among the first line of titles edited by Ralph Macchio,[2][3] and Bob Harras later worked on the title.[4] Al Milgrom wrote the series, with artwork provided by Marvel veterans Herb Trimpe, Frank Springer and Steve Ditko.
Characters
- Ulysses Solomon Archer (U.S. Archer), the main character of the series.
- Mary McGrill, waitress at the Short Stop Diner. She also had an alternate personality, the villainess Midnight, who used a mind-controlling bullwhip.
- Ed "Poppa Wheelie" Wheeler and "Wide Load Annie" Wheeler, operators of the Short Stop Diner.
- Jefferson Archer (Highwayman), U.S.'s brother who turned to evil.
- Baron Von Blimp, a villain based out of a dirigible.
Reception
Template:Expand section Screen Rant ranked Ulysses Archer (and series villain The Highwayman) as one of the superheroes that Marvel wants you to forget.[5]
References
External links
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- ↑ Shooter, Jim. "Bullpen Bulletins," Marvel comics cover-dated November 1983.
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