Scott Lobdell
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Scott Lobdell is an American
comic book writer.
Later, he went to college to study Psychology
, but quit two years later when he began to write.
While in college, he was working in the college newspaper and could interview various people he wanted to. This included Marvel Editor Al Milgrom
.
He then started submitting various stories to Marvel, but was systematically rejected by various editors including Tom DeFalco
.
Later, Tom started editing Marvel Comics Presents
(a bi-weekly book) requiring many writers, pencillers and inkers. Scott submitted a story about a character from Contest of Champions
. Because the characters involved were rather obscure, Tom didn't need to extract approval from other editors, and he decided to give Scott a chance.
' X-Men-related titles specifically Uncanny X-Men
, the main title itself, and the spin-off series that he conceived with artist Chris Bachalo
, Generation X
. He not only wrote the first 28 issues of Gen X, but he also at one point was writing both main X-Men titles for a lengthy run. Generation X focused on a number of young mutant students who attempted to become superheroes in their own right at a separate school with the guidance of veteran X-related characters Banshee
and Emma Frost
. He also had runs with the Excalibur and X-Factor titles. Scott Lobell was the primary creative force behind most of the major X-title related storylines, especially the major cross-overs, throughout a majority of the '90s, including "X-Cutioner's Song", "Fatal Attractions", "Phalanx Covenant", "Age of Apocalypse", the "Onslaught" saga, and "Operation: Zero Tolerance". He returned briefly to Marvel in 2001, to try and tie up loose-ends he left behind and wrote one last storyline, dubbed "Eve of Destruction".
All told, he had one of the longest, most critically acclaimed and influential runs on the X-Men titles in the comics' history, overseeing much of what would become the X-Men franchise's most popular period, in the early-to-mid-90's. Many of the concepts and even characters created by Scott Lobdell and fellow X-Men writer Fabian Nicieza
were used throughout the run of the popular '90s X-Men: The Animated Series. Lobdell is even referenced in episode #46 of the show, "One Man's Worth", where he poses as a human used to fuel Trevor Fitzroy
's mutant power to travel through time. The scene shows Master Mold
saying "Lobdell, I have a job for you" he is then grabbed by Fitzroy who absorbs his life energy and creates a time portal.
Lobdell had writing stints on Marvel's Daredevil
, Alpha Flight
, and The Adventures of Cyclops and Phoenix
mini-series with artist Gene Ha
. He also wrote several of the first issues of the "Heroes Reborn
" reboots of both Iron Man
and Fantastic Four
.
featuring Ringo Starr
. He also participated in the Marvel Comics
and Image Comics
(from Jim Lee
's WildStorm
) crossover mini-series WildC.A.T.s/X-Men
.
As of August 2008, Lobdell is the regular writer for Galaxy Quest
, a series published by IDW Publishing
, with art by Ilias Kyriazis, centred on the eve of the re-launch of the Galaxy Quest series, now titled Galaxy Quest: The Journey Continues.
To date, he has written the majority of the The Hardy Boys Graphic Novel series by Papercutz
.
Lobdell has also performed as a stand up comedian
Lobdell created Paranormal Activity: The Search for Katie with art from Mark Badger
it was released in December 2009 on iPhone
.
and the Outlaws, a new title for DC Comics
(for the New 52 range) starring Jason Todd
, Arsenal
and Starfire
, , a new Teen Titans comic starring Red Robin, Superboy
, Wonder Girl, Kid Flash and three new characters.
On July 19, 2011 Lobdell announced a creator-owned book called "Awesome" that he was working on in conjunction with Ilias Kyriazis. It was soon pointed out that the premise, which involves cosplayers at San Diego Comic-con gaining the powers of the fictional characters they're dressed as, shared many similarities with a two-issue arc in the Angel: After the Fall
series by IDW Publishing
released two years earlier. Lobdell was present at a IDW San Diego Comic-con panel in 2009 where the aforementioned Angel story, titled "Boys and their Toys," was first announced. Both Lobdell and that book's writer, Brian Lynch
, were speakers on the panel.
Award for "Favorite Writer" in 1997.
People of the United States
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comic book writer.
Early Career
Scott didn't begin to read comics until he was 17 years old, while lying in bed after lung surgery.Later, he went to college to study Psychology
Psychology
Psychology is the study of the mind and behavior. Its immediate goal is to understand individuals and groups by both establishing general principles and researching specific cases. For many, the ultimate goal of psychology is to benefit society...
, but quit two years later when he began to write.
While in college, he was working in the college newspaper and could interview various people he wanted to. This included Marvel Editor Al Milgrom
Al Milgrom
Allen "Al" Milgrom is an American comic book writer, penciller, inker and editor, primarily for Marvel Comics. He is known for his 10-year run as editor of Marvel Fanfare; his long involvement as writer, penciler, and inker on Peter Parker, the Spectacular Spider-Man; his four-year tenure as West...
.
He then started submitting various stories to Marvel, but was systematically rejected by various editors including Tom DeFalco
Tom DeFalco
Tom DeFalco is an American comics writer and editor, well known for his association with Marvel Comics and in particular for his work with Spider-Man.-Career:...
.
Later, Tom started editing Marvel Comics Presents
Marvel Comics Presents
Marvel Comics Presents was an American comic book anthology series published by Marvel Comics originally from 1988 to 1995; it returned for a second volume in 2007-2008.-Volume 1:The first volume was released on a biweekly basis and lasted for 175 issues...
(a bi-weekly book) requiring many writers, pencillers and inkers. Scott submitted a story about a character from Contest of Champions
Contest of Champions
Contest of Champions is a three-issue comic book limited series published from June to August 1982 by Marvel Comics. The series was written by Mark Gruenwald with art by John Romita, Jr. and Bob Layton.-Publication history:...
. Because the characters involved were rather obscure, Tom didn't need to extract approval from other editors, and he decided to give Scott a chance.
Marvel Career
He is mostly known for his work throughout the 1990s on Marvel ComicsMarvel Comics
Marvel Worldwide, Inc., commonly referred to as Marvel Comics and formerly Marvel Publishing, Inc. and Marvel Comics Group, is an American company that publishes comic books and related media...
' X-Men-related titles specifically Uncanny X-Men
Uncanny X-Men
Uncanny X-Men, first published as The X-Men, is the flagship Marvel Comics comic book series for the X-Men franchise. It is the mainstream continuity featuring the adventures of the eponymous group of mutant superheroes...
, the main title itself, and the spin-off series that he conceived with artist Chris Bachalo
Chris Bachalo
Chris Bachalo is an American comic book illustrator known for his quirky, cartoon-like style. He became well known for stints on DC Comics’ Shade, the Changing Man and Neil Gaiman's two Death series...
, Generation X
Generation X (comics)
Generation X is a fictional comic book superhero team, a spin-off of the X-Men franchise published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer Scott Lobdell and artist Chris Bachalo, the team formed during the 1994 "Phalanx Covenant" storyline, and appeared in their own monthly series in September 1994...
. He not only wrote the first 28 issues of Gen X, but he also at one point was writing both main X-Men titles for a lengthy run. Generation X focused on a number of young mutant students who attempted to become superheroes in their own right at a separate school with the guidance of veteran X-related characters Banshee
Banshee (comics)
Banshee is a fictional character, a Marvel Comics superhero who operates as a member of the X-Men. Created by writer Roy Thomas and artist Werner Roth, Banshee first appeared in X-Men #28 ....
and Emma Frost
Emma Frost
Emma Grace Frost is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Uncanny X-Men #129 , and was created by writer Chris Claremont and artist/co-writer John Byrne....
. He also had runs with the Excalibur and X-Factor titles. Scott Lobell was the primary creative force behind most of the major X-title related storylines, especially the major cross-overs, throughout a majority of the '90s, including "X-Cutioner's Song", "Fatal Attractions", "Phalanx Covenant", "Age of Apocalypse", the "Onslaught" saga, and "Operation: Zero Tolerance". He returned briefly to Marvel in 2001, to try and tie up loose-ends he left behind and wrote one last storyline, dubbed "Eve of Destruction".
All told, he had one of the longest, most critically acclaimed and influential runs on the X-Men titles in the comics' history, overseeing much of what would become the X-Men franchise's most popular period, in the early-to-mid-90's. Many of the concepts and even characters created by Scott Lobdell and fellow X-Men writer Fabian Nicieza
Fabian Nicieza
Fabian Nicieza is an American comic book writer and editor who is best known for his work on Marvel titles such as X-Men, X-Force, New Warriors, Cable and Deadpool, and Thunderbolts, for all of which he helped create numerous characters.-Early life:The son of Omar and Irma Riguetti Nicieza, Fabian...
were used throughout the run of the popular '90s X-Men: The Animated Series. Lobdell is even referenced in episode #46 of the show, "One Man's Worth", where he poses as a human used to fuel Trevor Fitzroy
Trevor Fitzroy
Trevor Fitzroy is a Marvel Comics supervillain, an enemy of the X-Men, in particular Bishop. Created by Jim Lee and Whilce Portacio, he first appeared in Uncanny X-Men #281 .Fitzroy hails from the same dystopian future as Bishop...
's mutant power to travel through time. The scene shows Master Mold
Master Mold
Master Mold is a fictional character, a robot supervillain in the Marvel Universe. Since his primary purpose was to act as a portable Sentinel-creating factory, and the Sentinel robots were primarily used to hunt mutants, Master Mold has almost exclusively appeared in the X-Men and related,...
saying "Lobdell, I have a job for you" he is then grabbed by Fitzroy who absorbs his life energy and creates a time portal.
Lobdell had writing stints on Marvel's Daredevil
Daredevil
Daredevil may refer to:*A stunt performerIn comics and their spin-offs:*Daredevil , a Marvel comic book superhero* Daredevil , a 2003 film starring Ben Affleck as the Marvel character...
, Alpha Flight
Alpha Flight
Alpha Flight is a fictional superhero team published by Marvel Comics, noteworthy for being one of the few Canadian superhero teams. Created by John Byrne, the team first appeared in Uncanny X-Men #120 ....
, and The Adventures of Cyclops and Phoenix
The Adventures of Cyclops and Phoenix
The Adventures of Cyclops and Phoenix was a four-issue comic book mini-series written by Scott Lobdell, drawn by Gene Ha, and published by Marvel Comics in 1994. It is important in revealing much of the back story for the character Cable, much of which had been implied before, but was still...
mini-series with artist Gene Ha
Gene Ha
Gene Ha is an American comics artist and writer best known for his work on books such as Top 10 and Top 10: The Forty-Niners, with Alan Moore and Zander Cannon, for America's Best Comics, the Batman graphic novel Fortunate Son, with Gerard Jones, and The Adventures of Cyclops and Phoenix, among...
. He also wrote several of the first issues of the "Heroes Reborn
Heroes Reborn
"Heroes Reborn" was a 1996-1997 crossover story arc among comic-book series published by the American company Marvel Comics. During this one-year, multi-title story arc, Marvel temporarily outsourced the production of several of its most famous comic books to the studios of its popular former...
" reboots of both Iron Man
Iron Man
Iron Man is a fictional character, a superhero in the . The character was created by writer-editor Stan Lee, developed by scripter Larry Lieber, and designed by artists Don Heck and Jack Kirby, first appearing in Tales of Suspense #39 .A billionaire playboy, industrialist and ingenious engineer,...
and Fantastic Four
Fantastic Four
The Fantastic Four is a fictional superhero team appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The group debuted in The Fantastic Four #1 , which helped to usher in a new level of realism in the medium...
.
Other Work
He wrote the script to Stan Lee's Mosaic and an upcoming film from POW EntertainmentPOW Entertainment
POW! Entertainment is an American media production company formed by Gill Champion, Arthur Lieberman and former Marvel Comics editor and publisher Stan Lee in 2001. POW! is made up of primarily two companies, POW! Entertainment, Inc...
featuring Ringo Starr
Ringo Starr
Richard Starkey, MBE better known by his stage name Ringo Starr, is an English musician and actor who gained worldwide fame as the drummer for The Beatles. When the band formed in 1960, Starr was a member of another Liverpool band, Rory Storm and the Hurricanes. He became The Beatles' drummer in...
. He also participated in the Marvel Comics
Marvel Comics
Marvel Worldwide, Inc., commonly referred to as Marvel Comics and formerly Marvel Publishing, Inc. and Marvel Comics Group, is an American company that publishes comic books and related media...
and Image Comics
Image Comics
Image Comics is a United States comic book publisher. It was founded in 1992 by high-profile illustrators as a venue where creators could publish their material without giving up the copyrights to the characters they created, as creator-owned properties. It was immediately successful, and remains...
(from Jim Lee
Jim Lee
Jim Lee is a Korean-American comic book artist, writer, editor and publisher. He first broke into the industry in 1987 as an artist for Marvel Comics, illustrating titles such as Alpha Flight and Punisher War Journal, before gaining a great deal of popularity on The Uncanny X-Men...
's WildStorm
WildStorm
WildStorm Productions, or simply WildStorm, published American comic books. Originally an independent company established by Jim Lee and further expanded upon in subsequent years by other creators, WildStorm became a publishing imprint of DC Comics in 1999...
) crossover mini-series WildC.A.T.s/X-Men
WildC.A.T.s/X-Men
WildC.A.T.s/X-Men was a crossover event by Image Comics and Marvel Comics in 1997 and 1998 that featured WildStorm's WildC.A.T.s meeting Marvel's X-Men...
.
As of August 2008, Lobdell is the regular writer for Galaxy Quest
Galaxy Quest (comics)
Galaxy Quest is a comic book sequel to the film Galaxy Quest published by IDW Publishing. The series is entitled Global Warning.Starting in August 2008, the series is written by Scott Lobdell, with art by Ilias Kyriazis, the story centres on the eve of the re-launch the Galaxy Quest series, now...
, a series published by IDW Publishing
IDW Publishing
IDW Publishing, also known as Idea + Design Works, LLC and IDW, is an American publisher of comic books and comic strip collections. The company was founded in 1999 and has been awarded the title "Publisher of the Year Under 5% Market Share" for the years 2004, 2005 and 2006 by Diamond Comic...
, with art by Ilias Kyriazis, centred on the eve of the re-launch of the Galaxy Quest series, now titled Galaxy Quest: The Journey Continues.
To date, he has written the majority of the The Hardy Boys Graphic Novel series by Papercutz
Papercutz
:papercutz is a Portuguese Electronic music project formed in 2005. Bruno Miguel is the only official member of :papercutz and remains solely responsible for its direction but has been working closely with American-born Melissa Veras, since the bands's debut release. After recordings, Bruno...
.
Lobdell has also performed as a stand up comedian
Comedian
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Lobdell created Paranormal Activity: The Search for Katie with art from Mark Badger
Mark Badger
Mark Badger has worked as an illustrator in the comic book industry.His work includes Greenberg, the Vampire and The Gargoyle for Marvel Comics, Martian Manhunter and Batman: Jazz for DC Comics, and Planetary Brigade for Boom! Studios....
it was released in December 2009 on iPhone
IPhone
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.
DC Career
In 2011, it was announced that Lobdell would be writing Red HoodRed Hood
Red Hood is the alias used by several fictional characters, usually antagonists for Batman in the DC Universe.-Joker:The Red Hood first appeared in Detective Comics #168 "The Man Behind the Red Hood" . In the original continuity, the man later known as the Joker was a master criminal going by the...
and the Outlaws, a new title for DC Comics
DC Comics
DC Comics, Inc. is one of the largest and most successful companies operating in the market for American comic books and related media. It is the publishing unit of DC Entertainment a company of Warner Bros. Entertainment, which itself is owned by Time Warner...
(for the New 52 range) starring Jason Todd
Jason Todd
Jason Peter Todd is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by DC Comics. Jason first appeared in Batman #357 and became the second Robin, sidekick to the superhero Batman, when the previous Robin went on to star in The New Teen Titans under the moniker of Nightwing.Though...
, Arsenal
Roy Harper (comics)
Roy Harper is a fictional superhero in the DC Comics Universe. He was known for over fifty years as Green Arrow's teenage sidekick Speedy. He first appeared alongside his mentor in More Fun Comics #73...
and Starfire
Starfire (comics)
Starfire is the name of several fictional comic book characters published by DC Comics. The most prominent Starfire is Koriand'r, the fourth character to use that name...
, , a new Teen Titans comic starring Red Robin, Superboy
Superboy
Superboy is the name of several fictional characters that have been published by DC Comics, most of them youthful incarnations of Superman. These characters have also been the main characters of four ongoing Superboy comic book series published by DC....
, Wonder Girl, Kid Flash and three new characters.
On July 19, 2011 Lobdell announced a creator-owned book called "Awesome" that he was working on in conjunction with Ilias Kyriazis. It was soon pointed out that the premise, which involves cosplayers at San Diego Comic-con gaining the powers of the fictional characters they're dressed as, shared many similarities with a two-issue arc in the Angel: After the Fall
Angel: After the Fall
Angel: After the Fall is a comic book published by IDW Publishing. Written by Brian Lynch and plotted with Joss Whedon, the series is a canonical continuation of the Angel television series, and follows the events of that show's final televised season...
series by IDW Publishing
IDW Publishing
IDW Publishing, also known as Idea + Design Works, LLC and IDW, is an American publisher of comic books and comic strip collections. The company was founded in 1999 and has been awarded the title "Publisher of the Year Under 5% Market Share" for the years 2004, 2005 and 2006 by Diamond Comic...
released two years earlier. Lobdell was present at a IDW San Diego Comic-con panel in 2009 where the aforementioned Angel story, titled "Boys and their Toys," was first announced. Both Lobdell and that book's writer, Brian Lynch
Brian Lynch
Brian Michael Lynch is an American film and comic book writer. Lynch was the initial writer and co-creator with Joss Whedon of Angel: After The Fall for IDW Publishing, and has written the film adaptation of The Sims.-Biography:...
, were speakers on the panel.
Awards
His work has won him a good deal of recognition in the comic books industry, including a nomination for the Comics Buyer's GuideComics Buyer's Guide
Comics Buyer's Guide , established in 1971, is the longest-running English-language periodical reporting on the American comic book industry...
Award for "Favorite Writer" in 1997.