Marvel's 'Echo' has Oklahoma ties
Midweek update: Character first appeared in Daredevil comics
The latest Marvel series from Disney+ is “Echo,” with all five episodes available now on the streamer.
The series is based on the Marvel character Maya Lopez, created in the pages of “Daredevil” #9 by David Mack and Joe Quesada.
The character, who is deaf, was introduced into the MCU in the “Hawkeye” Disney+ series, played by Alaqua Cox.
The character’s powers have changed from the comics to the show, as is explained in the series, tying her powers more directly to her heritage.
The television character is a Choctaw from rural Oklahoma, which plays a big role in the show.
To find out more about the series, check out Brandy McDonnell’s article at The Oklahoman.
Gold memberships for 2024 available at Speeding Bullet Comics
Speeding Bullet Comics, 614 N. Porter Ave. in Norman, OK, is offering the eighth year of “Gold Memberships” at the store starting this week.
This is intended for customers who make frequent use of our services and want to support the local economy and Speeding Bullet’s role in the community.
When you buy a Speeding Bullet Gold 2024 membership for $100, here’s what you get:
- A $50 gift card at Speeding Bullet, good 12 months from date of issue.
- A trip to the “Gold Box” — pick out $100 in graphic novels from the pre-selected “Gold Box”!
- 12 coupons, one for each month of the year, in a variety of categories, including statues, toys, and back issues. (potential value - $100 plus.)
- Automatic invites to Speeding Bullet sales and events and early entry in some cases when applicable or possible.
- “Gold Days” — Discount days and other events exclusively for Gold members.
- Notification of new items, collections, and other specials.
Sign up by Feb. 3 and get an additional free, selected graphic novel!
Matthew Price, matthew@matthewlprice.com, has written about the comics industry for more than two decades. He is the co-owner of Speeding Bullet Comics in Norman, Oklahoma.