Earth-98
Encyclopedia
In the Marvel Comics
Multiverse
, Earth-98 or Earth 98 is similar to Earth-616
, the primary home to superheroes seen in canonical Marvel comic books, except that they began their careers during their debuts on the comic book with a publication date rather than beginning their career "ten to fifteen years ago" (e.g. Spider-Man
began his adventures in 1962 instead of 199?), which is the official "dating" scheme in Marvel Comics. This Earth is sometimes referred to as "Earth-1961", a reference to the year Fantastic Four
made its comic debut. This Earth was designated as Earth-98 in The Official Handbook to the Marvel Universe: Alternate Universes 2005, a probable reference to its debut in the 1998 Fantastic Four Annual.
The timeline between 1961 to 1973 has similar dating points until the events of Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 1) #121-122 in which Spider-Man
"vanishes" following the deaths of Gwen Stacy
and Green Goblin
rather than remaining active like his Earth-616 counterpart. While the timeline diverged significantly from Earth-616 after that point, parallels to the events of "Onslaught" and the emerging of Wolverine
are still part of Earth-98 continuity.
has the same history as his Earth-616 counterpart until he sacrificed his life to save hundreds of civilians in Oklahoma.
is the same as his Earth-616 counterpart but has aged a little.
had similar adventures up until the time of Spider-Man
's "disappearance." After his vanishing, Human Torch
married Crystal
who gave birth to their son Cosmic Ray (presumably Ray Storm) and also had a daughter Luna (similar to her Earth-616 counterpart except that she nicknamed herself "Spike"). Franklin Richards
(who then becomes "Zero Man") then married Zawadi of Wakanda and had a daughter N'Yami.
However, Reed Richards and Ben Grimm had fought in the Second World War
, of which the events were depicted in Sgt. Fury and His Howling Commandos
.
is similar to his Earth-616 counterpart until he died in 1996 of a heart attack at the age of 70 years old.
is similar to his Earth-616 counterpart except that he abandoned his career following the deaths of Gwen Stacy
and Green Goblin
, and disappeared without a trace. In the mainstream timeline, Spider-Man does not abandon his career.
is similar to his Earth-616 Counterpart and presumably still a member of The Avengers
.
is similar to his Earth-616 counterpart and remained active as X-Men
member.
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...
Multiverse
Multiverse (Marvel Comics)
Within Marvel Comics, most tales take place within the fictional Marvel Universe, which in turn is part of a larger multiverse. Starting with issues of Captain Britain, the main continuity in which most Marvel storylines take place was designated Earth-616, and the multiverse was established as...
, Earth-98 or Earth 98 is similar to Earth-616
Earth-616
In the fictional Marvel Comics multiverse, Earth-616 or Earth 616 is the name used to identify the primary continuity in which most Marvel Comics titles take place.-Origin of Earth-616:...
, the primary home to superheroes seen in canonical Marvel comic books, except that they began their careers during their debuts on the comic book with a publication date rather than beginning their career "ten to fifteen years ago" (e.g. Spider-Man
Spider-Man
Spider-Man is a fictional Marvel Comics superhero. The character was created by writer-editor Stan Lee and writer-artist Steve Ditko. He first appeared in Amazing Fantasy #15...
began his adventures in 1962 instead of 199?), which is the official "dating" scheme in Marvel Comics. This Earth is sometimes referred to as "Earth-1961", a reference to the year 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...
made its comic debut. This Earth was designated as Earth-98 in The Official Handbook to the Marvel Universe: Alternate Universes 2005, a probable reference to its debut in the 1998 Fantastic Four Annual.
The timeline between 1961 to 1973 has similar dating points until the events of Amazing Spider-Man (vol. 1) #121-122 in which Spider-Man
Spider-Man
Spider-Man is a fictional Marvel Comics superhero. The character was created by writer-editor Stan Lee and writer-artist Steve Ditko. He first appeared in Amazing Fantasy #15...
"vanishes" following the deaths of Gwen Stacy
Gwen Stacy
Gwendolyn "Gwen" Stacy appears as a supporting character in Marvel Comics' Spider-Man series. Created by writer Stan Lee and artist Steve Ditko, she first appeared in The Amazing Spider-Man #31 ....
and Green Goblin
Green Goblin
The Green Goblin is a fictional character, a supervillain who appears in the comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Steve Ditko, and first appeared in The Amazing Spider-Man #14 ....
rather than remaining active like his Earth-616 counterpart. While the timeline diverged significantly from Earth-616 after that point, parallels to the events of "Onslaught" and the emerging of Wolverine
Wolverine (comics)
Wolverine is a fictional character, a superhero that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Born as James Howlett and commonly known as Logan, Wolverine is a mutant, possessing animal-keen senses, enhanced physical capabilities, three retracting bone claws on each hand and a healing...
are still part of Earth-98 continuity.
Captain America
Captain AmericaCaptain America
Captain America is a fictional character, a superhero that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Captain America Comics #1 , from Marvel Comics' 1940s predecessor, Timely Comics, and was created by Joe Simon and Jack Kirby...
has the same history as his Earth-616 counterpart until he sacrificed his life to save hundreds of civilians in Oklahoma.
Dr. Strange
Dr. StrangeDoctor Strange
Doctor Stephen Strange is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character was co-created by writer-editor Stan Lee and artist Steve Ditko, and first appeared in Strange Tales #110 ....
is the same as his Earth-616 counterpart but has aged a little.
Fantastic Four
The Fantastic FourFantastic 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...
had similar adventures up until the time of Spider-Man
Spider-Man
Spider-Man is a fictional Marvel Comics superhero. The character was created by writer-editor Stan Lee and writer-artist Steve Ditko. He first appeared in Amazing Fantasy #15...
's "disappearance." After his vanishing, Human Torch
Human Torch
The Human Torch is a fictional character and superhero appearing in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, he is a member of the superhero team the Fantastic Four, debuting in The Fantastic Four #1...
married Crystal
Crystal (comics)
Crystal is a fictional character, a superhero in the . She is a member of the Inhumans and the younger sister of Medusa....
who gave birth to their son Cosmic Ray (presumably Ray Storm) and also had a daughter Luna (similar to her Earth-616 counterpart except that she nicknamed herself "Spike"). Franklin Richards
Franklin Richards
Franklin Richards is a fictional comic book character appearing in books published by Marvel Comics, usually as a supporting character in Fantastic Four.Franklin is an Omega-Level mutant with vast psionic and reality-manipulating powers...
(who then becomes "Zero Man") then married Zawadi of Wakanda and had a daughter N'Yami.
However, Reed Richards and Ben Grimm had fought in the Second World War
World War II
World War II, or the Second World War , was a global conflict lasting from 1939 to 1945, involving most of the world's nations—including all of the great powers—eventually forming two opposing military alliances: the Allies and the Axis...
, of which the events were depicted in Sgt. Fury and His Howling Commandos
Nick Fury
Colonel Nicholas Joseph "Nick" Fury is a fictional World War II army hero and present-day super-spy in the Marvel Comics universe. Created by artist Jack Kirby and writer Stan Lee, Fury first appeared in Sgt. Fury and his Howling Commandos #1 , a World War II combat series that portrayed the...
.
Frightful Four
This Team composed of Wizard, Blastaar, Quicksand, and the mysterious villain known as Hooded Haunt are still foes of Fantastic Four.Hulk
HulkHulk (comics)
The Hulk is a fictional character, a superhero in the . Created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby, the character first appeared in The Incredible Hulk #1 ....
is similar to his Earth-616 counterpart until he died in 1996 of a heart attack at the age of 70 years old.
Spider-Man
Spider-ManSpider-Man
Spider-Man is a fictional Marvel Comics superhero. The character was created by writer-editor Stan Lee and writer-artist Steve Ditko. He first appeared in Amazing Fantasy #15...
is similar to his Earth-616 counterpart except that he abandoned his career following the deaths of Gwen Stacy
Gwen Stacy
Gwendolyn "Gwen" Stacy appears as a supporting character in Marvel Comics' Spider-Man series. Created by writer Stan Lee and artist Steve Ditko, she first appeared in The Amazing Spider-Man #31 ....
and Green Goblin
Green Goblin
The Green Goblin is a fictional character, a supervillain who appears in the comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character was created by writer Stan Lee and artist Steve Ditko, and first appeared in The Amazing Spider-Man #14 ....
, and disappeared without a trace. In the mainstream timeline, Spider-Man does not abandon his career.
Thor
ThorThor (Marvel Comics)
Thor is a fictional superhero who appears in publications published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Journey into Mystery #83 and was created by editor-plotter Stan Lee, scripter Larry Lieber, and penciller Jack Kirby....
is similar to his Earth-616 Counterpart and presumably still a member of The Avengers
Avengers (comics)
The Avengers is a fictional team of superheroes, appearing in magazines published by Marvel Comics. The team made its debut in The Avengers #1 The Avengers is a fictional team of superheroes, appearing in magazines published by Marvel Comics. The team made its debut in The Avengers #1 The Avengers...
.
Wolverine
WolverineWolverine (comics)
Wolverine is a fictional character, a superhero that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. Born as James Howlett and commonly known as Logan, Wolverine is a mutant, possessing animal-keen senses, enhanced physical capabilities, three retracting bone claws on each hand and a healing...
is similar to his Earth-616 counterpart and remained active as X-Men
X-Men
The X-Men are a superhero team in the . They were created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, and first appeared in The X-Men #1...
member.