Oct 1, 1936 CE
First Ka-Zar Appears in Pulp Magazine
The original Ka-Zar, David Rand, debuts in 'Ka-Zar' #1, a pulp magazine by Martin Goodman. This character is a jungle hero similar to Tarzan, set in Africa. #comics #pulp )
Chronological Storyline (43 Milestones)
Aug 1, 1965 CE
Kevin Plunder Introduced in X-Men #10
Kevin Plunder, the second Ka-Zar, is introduced in 'The X-Men' #10 as a feral child raised in the Savage Land by Zabu. He is the son of Lord Robert Plunder. #marvel #xmen )
Oct 1, 1965 CE
Ka-Zar Meets the X-Men Again
In 'X-Men' #11, Ka-Zar teams up with the X-Men to stop the villainous Zaladane. This solidifies his role as a Savage Land hero. #marvel #xmen )
Mar 1, 1966 CE
Ka-Zar Gets His Own Series in Astonishing Tales
Ka-Zar becomes the lead feature in 'Astonishing Tales' #1, a split-book with Doctor Doom. This series explores his adventures in the Savage Land. #marvel #comics
Aug 1, 1970 CE
Ka-Zar's First Solo Series Launches
A self-titled 'Ka-Zar' series begins, lasting 20 issues. It delves into his origins and battles against villains like the Man-Slayer. #marvel #comics )
May 1, 1971 CE
Zabu's Origin Revealed
In 'Ka-Zar' #4, the backstory of Zabu, a saber-toothed tiger who befriended Kevin, is explored. Zabu becomes his loyal companion. #marvel #animals
Jan 1, 1972 CE
Shanna the She-Devil Introduced
Shanna O'Hara, later Shanna the She-Devil, debuts in 'Shanna the She-Devil' #1. She is a jungle heroine who eventually marries Ka-Zar. #marvel #heroine
Jun 1, 1973 CE
Ka-Zar and Shanna Meet
In 'Ka-Zar' #10, Kevin Plunder meets Shanna for the first time. Their romance begins, leading to a long-term relationship. #marvel #romance )
Aug 1, 1974 CE
Ka-Zar Joins the Defenders
Ka-Zar becomes a member of the Defenders in 'Defenders' #10, teaming up with Doctor Strange, Hulk, and others. #marvel #team )
Mar 1, 1975 CE
Savage Land Expanded in Ka-Zar Series
The 'Ka-Zar' series (vol. 2) begins, further developing the Savage Land's inhabitants and mysteries. #marvel #worldbuilding )
Nov 1, 1976 CE
Ka-Zar and Shanna Marry
In 'Ka-Zar' #20, Kevin Plunder and Shanna O'Hara get married in the Savage Land. Their union is a key event in Marvel lore. #marvel #wedding )
May 1, 1977 CE
Birth of Ka-Zar's Son, Matthew
Shanna gives birth to their son, Matthew Plunder, in 'Ka-Zar' #25. He later becomes the hero known as the Savage Land's protector. #marvel #family )
Sep 1, 1978 CE
Ka-Zar Appears in Spider-Man Comics
Ka-Zar guest-stars in 'The Amazing Spider-Man' #180, teaming up with Spider-Man against the villain Stegron. #marvel #spiderman )
Feb 1, 1980 CE
Ka-Zar Fights the Savage Land Mutates
In 'Ka-Zar' #30, he battles the Savage Land Mutates, a group of mutated humans created by the villain Magneto. #marvel #mutants
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Jul 1, 1981 CE
Ka-Zar's Series Canceled
The 'Ka-Zar' series ends with issue #34. The character continues to appear in other titles. #marvel #comics )
Apr 1, 1983 CE
Ka-Zar in Marvel Team-Up
Ka-Zar appears in 'Marvel Team-Up' #125 with Spider-Man and the X-Men, fighting the villain Sauron. #marvel #teamup
Nov 1, 1985 CE
Ka-Zar Returns in a New Limited Series
A 4-issue limited series 'Ka-Zar' (vol. 3) is published, written by Mike Carlin. It explores his exile from the Savage Land. #marvel #comics )
Jan 1, 1987 CE
Ka-Zar Joins the New Warriors
Ka-Zar becomes a member of the New Warriors in 'New Warriors' #1, a team of young heroes. #marvel #team
Jun 1, 1989 CE
Ka-Zar's Son Becomes the New Ka-Zar
In 'Ka-Zar' #34 (vol. 2), Matthew Plunder takes on the mantle of Ka-Zar after his father's apparent death. #marvel #legacy )
Mar 1, 1990 CE
Kevin Plunder Returns from the Dead
Kevin Plunder is revealed to be alive in 'Ka-Zar' #35, reclaiming his role as the Savage Land's protector. #marvel #resurrection )
Aug 1, 1991 CE
Ka-Zar in X-Men: The Savage Land
Ka-Zar appears in the 'X-Men: The Savage Land' storyline, helping the X-Men against Zaladane. #marvel #xmen
May 1, 1993 CE
Ka-Zar's Own Series Relaunched
A new 'Ka-Zar' series (vol. 4) begins, lasting 20 issues. It features art by Andy Kubert. #marvel #comics )
Feb 1, 1995 CE
Ka-Zar and Shanna Have a Daughter
Shanna gives birth to a daughter, named after her mother, in 'Ka-Zar' #15. The child is later named Shanna Plunder. #marvel #family )
Oct 1, 1997 CE
Ka-Zar in Marvel vs. Capcom
Ka-Zar appears as a cameo in the video game 'Marvel vs. Capcom: Clash of Super Heroes'. #marvel #gaming
Apr 1, 1998 CE
Ka-Zar's Series Ends Again
The fourth 'Ka-Zar' series ends with issue #20. The character remains active in other titles. #marvel #comics )
Sep 1, 2000 CE
Ka-Zar in 'The Savage Land' One-Shot
A one-shot comic 'Ka-Zar: The Savage Land' is released, focusing on his adventures. #marvel #comics )
Jun 1, 2002 CE
Ka-Zar in 'Ultimate X-Men'
An alternate universe version of Ka-Zar appears in 'Ultimate X-Men' #20, part of the Ultimate Marvel line. #marvel #ultimate
Mar 1, 2004 CE
Ka-Zar in 'New Avengers'
Ka-Zar appears in 'New Avengers' #4, helping the team during the 'Breakout' storyline. #marvel #avengers )
Aug 1, 2006 CE
Ka-Zar in 'Civil War'
Ka-Zar appears in 'Civil War: Front Line' #5, taking a neutral stance in the superhero registration conflict. #marvel #civilwar )
Jan 1, 2008 CE
Ka-Zar in 'Secret Invasion'
Ka-Zar appears in 'Secret Invasion: The Savage Land' one-shot, dealing with a Skrull invasion. #marvel #secretinvasion
May 1, 2010 CE
Ka-Zar in 'The Thanos Imperative'
Ka-Zar appears in 'The Thanos Imperative: Ignition' one-shot, part of a cosmic event. #marvel #cosmic
Sep 1, 2011 CE
Ka-Zar in 'Fear Itself'
Ka-Zar appears in 'Fear Itself: The Home Front' #5, fighting the Serpent's forces. #marvel #fearitself )
Apr 1, 2013 CE
Ka-Zar in 'Savage Wolverine'
Ka-Zar appears in 'Savage Wolverine' #1, teaming up with Wolverine in the Savage Land. #marvel #wolverine
Nov 1, 2014 CE
Ka-Zar in 'All-New X-Men'
Ka-Zar appears in 'All-New X-Men' #34, helping the time-displaced X-Men. #marvel #xmen
Mar 1, 2016 CE
Ka-Zar in 'The Totally Awesome Hulk'
Ka-Zar appears in 'The Totally Awesome Hulk' #4, teaming up with Amadeus Cho. #marvel #hulk
Aug 1, 2017 CE
Ka-Zar in 'Marvel Legacy'
Ka-Zar appears in 'Marvel Legacy' #1, a one-shot celebrating Marvel's history. #marvel #legacy
Jun 1, 2018 CE
Ka-Zar in 'The Hunt for Wolverine'
Ka-Zar appears in 'The Hunt for Wolverine: Mystery in Madripoor' #1, searching for Wolverine. #marvel #wolverine
Feb 1, 2019 CE
Ka-Zar in 'Age of X-Man'
An alternate reality version of Ka-Zar appears in 'Age of X-Man: The X-Tremists' #1. #marvel #xmen
Oct 1, 2020 CE
Ka-Zar in 'X-Men: The Trial of Magneto'
Ka-Zar appears in 'X-Men: The Trial of Magneto' #1, involved in the mutant community. #marvel #xmen
May 1, 2021 CE
Ka-Zar in 'King in Black'
Ka-Zar appears in 'King in Black: Savage Avengers' #1, fighting the symbiote god Knull. #marvel #symbiote
Jan 1, 2022 CE
Ka-Zar in 'Savage Avengers'
Ka-Zar becomes a member of the Savage Avengers in 'Savage Avengers' #1, a team of brutal heroes. #marvel #team
Mar 1, 2023 CE
Ka-Zar in 'X-Men: Before the Fall'
Ka-Zar appears in 'X-Men: Before the Fall - Sons of X' #1, dealing with the aftermath of the Krakoa era. #marvel #xmen
Jul 1, 2024 CE
Ka-Zar in 'Ultimate Universe'
A new Ultimate Universe version of Ka-Zar appears in 'Ultimate Black Panther' #1, reimagined for the modern era. #marvel #ultimate