Jun 1, 1974 CE
First Appearance in 'Fantastic Four' #126
Korvac first appears in Fantastic Four #126 as a minor villain, the 'Korvac' of the Badoon, a cyborg from the 31st century. He is defeated by the Fantastic Four. #marvel #comics
Chronological Storyline (33 Milestones)
May 1, 1975 CE
Defeated by the Thing in Marvel Two-in-One #11
Korvac returns to Earth seeking revenge against the Thing (Ben Grimm) and is defeated again. This issue also introduces his love interest, Carina. #marvel #comics
Nov 1, 1976 CE
Korvac's Origin Revealed in 'Marvel Preview' #11
An origin story for Korvac is published in Marvel Preview #11, detailing his transformation into a cyborg and his betrayal of the Badoon. #marvel #comics
Jul 1, 1977 CE
Korvac Steals Galactus's Power in 'Thor' #235
Korvac travels to the future and taps into Galactus's cosmic power during a battle with Thor, becoming nearly omnipotent. #marvel #cosmic )
Jul 1, 1978 CE
The Korvac Saga Begins in 'Avengers' #167-168
The Korvac Saga storyline kicks off in Avengers #167-168, where the Avengers and other heroes are manipulated by the Grandmaster and Death to battle Korvac, now a god-like being. #marvel #avengers
Aug 1, 1978 CE
Korvac Kills Several Avengers in 'Avengers' #173
In Avengers #173, Korvac easily defeats and kills several Avengers, including the Wasp, Yellowjacket, and Wonder Man, demonstrating his immense power. #marvel #avengers
Dec 1, 1978 CE
Korvac's Death in 'Avengers' #177
The Korvac Saga concludes in Avengers #177, where Korvac, having achieved godhood, allows himself to be killed by the Avengers after being convinced by Carina that his actions are wrong. He then resurrects everyone he killed. #marvel #avengers
Mar 1, 1982 CE
Korvac's Spirit Appears in 'Marvel Two-in-One' #95
A spiritual echo of Korvac appears in Marvel Two-in-One #95, tormenting the Thing and the Wasp during a cosmic adventure. #marvel #comics
Oct 1, 1985 CE
Alternate Universe Korvac in 'What If?' #23
What If? #23 explores an alternate reality where Korvac wins against the Avengers, leading to a dystopian future ruled by him. #marvel #whatif )
Jul 1, 1990 CE
Korvac Returns in 'Avengers' #300-303
Korvac is resurrected by the Cosmic Cube in Avengers #300-303, but is later defeated by the Avengers and the Black Knight. #marvel #avengers )
Jun 1, 1992 CE
Korvac Appears in 'Guardians of the Galaxy' #17-18
Korvac confronts the 31st-century version of the Guardians of the Galaxy, who seek to destroy him for his past crimes. #marvel #guardians )
Dec 1, 1993 CE
Korvac's Role in 'Avengers West Coast' #96-99
Korvac's cosmic energy is used by the villainous group Lethal Legion to power their schemes, leading to a confrontation with the West Coast Avengers. #marvel #avengers
Feb 1, 1995 CE
Korvac Featured in 'The Korvac Saga' Trade Paperback
The classic Korvac Saga storyline is collected in a trade paperback, making it accessible to new readers. #marvel #comics
Apr 1, 1997 CE
Korvac's Essence in 'Silver Surfer' #130
The Silver Surfer encounters a fragment of Korvac's essence in a cosmic realm, reminding him of past threats. #marvel #cosmic
Jun 1, 2000 CE
Korvac's Return in 'Avengers' #28 (Vol. 3)
Korvac is resurrected by the villainous Morgan Le Fay as part of a plot against the Avengers, but is quickly defeated. #marvel #avengers )
Aug 1, 2002 CE
Korvac's Role in 'Thunderbolts' #59-61
Korvac's power is tapped by the villain Graviton, leading to a battle with the Thunderbolts. #marvel #thunderbolts )
Oct 1, 2004 CE
Korvac's Origin Expanded in 'Exiles' #57-58
The Exiles encounter an alternate version of Korvac, revealing more about his backstory and Badoon origins. #marvel #exiles )
May 1, 2006 CE
Korvac in 'Annihilation' #1-2
During the Annihilation event, Korvac attempts to use the power of the Annihilation Wave for his own ends but is stopped by Nova. #marvel #annihilation )
Mar 1, 2008 CE
Korvac's Return in 'Guardians of the Galaxy' #1-2 (Vol. 2)
Korvac reappears in the second volume of Guardians of the Galaxy, attempting to create a new universe, but is defeated by the Guardians and the future Star-Lord. #marvel #guardians )
Aug 1, 2010 CE
Korvac's Death in 'The Thanos Imperative' #5
Korvac is killed by Thanos in the Event 'The Thanos Imperative' when he tries to manipulate the Cancerverse's power. #marvel #thanos
May 1, 2012 CE
Korvac's Legacy in 'Avengers' #24-25 (Vol. 5)
A new version of Korvac, called 'Korvac II,' appears in Avengers #24-25, created by the Builders, but is soon destroyed. #marvel #avengers )
Feb 1, 2013 CE
Korvac's Role in 'Age of Ultron' #1-2
In the Age of Ultron event, Korvac is briefly resurrected by Ultron to serve as a weapon against the resistance, but is quickly neutralized. #marvel #ageofultron
Jun 1, 2015 CE
Korvac's End in 'Secret Wars: Battleworld' #2
During the Secret Wars event, a version of Korvac from the domain of 'Battleworld' is killed by the God Emperor Doom's forces. #marvel #secretwars )
Jan 1, 2016 CE
Korvac Returns in 'Guardians of Infinity' #1-2
Korvac is resurrected again in Guardians of Infinity, where he attempts to conquer the 31st century but is defeated by the Guardians of the Galaxy and their time-displaced allies. #marvel #guardians
Apr 1, 2017 CE
Korvac's Role in 'The Unworthy Thor' #4-5
Korvac's cosmic power is used by the Shaper of Worlds to create illusions that torment the Unworthy Thor. #marvel #thor
Jul 1, 2018 CE
Korvac Appears in 'Avengers: No Surrender' #12-13
Korvac is among the villains resurrected by the Grandmaster in the 'No Surrender' storyline, but is quickly defeated by the Challenger's forces. #marvel #avengers
May 1, 2019 CE
Korvac's Return in 'The War of the Realms' #5
During the War of the Realms, a corrupted version of Korvac emerges from the realm of Niffleheim, but is destroyed by the combined forces of the Avengers. #marvel #waroftherealms
Jan 1, 2020 CE
Korvac's Legacy in 'Marvel Comics #1000'
A one-page story in Marvel Comics #1000 hints at Korvac's continued influence on the Marvel Universe through his connection to cosmic power. #marvel #comics
Sep 1, 2020 CE
Korvac in 'Empyre' #2
Korvac makes a cameo as one of the many cosmic entities manipulated by the Cotati during the Empyre event. #marvel #empyre
Mar 1, 2021 CE
Korvac's Return in 'Heroes Reborn' #1-2
In the Heroes Reborn event, a version of Korvac serves as a major villain, challenging the new Avengers team in an alternate reality. #marvel #heroesreborn )
May 1, 2022 CE
Korvac Appears in 'Avengers Forever' #5
An incarnation of Korvac from a future timeline appears in Avengers Forever, attempting to destroy the Avengers Multiversal team. #marvel #avengers )
Jan 1, 2023 CE
Korvac's Final Fate in 'Korvac: The Lost Saga' #1
A limited series titled Kocvac: The Lost Saga is published, retelling his story from a new perspective, ultimately sealing his essence in a pocket dimension. #marvel #comics
Mar 1, 2024 CE
Korvac's Cameo in 'The Infinity Watch' #3
Korvac's ghostly form is briefly seen in the Infinity Watch headquarters, hinting at his lingering presence in the cosmic balance. #marvel #cosmic