Witchblade
Creation & Design
Witchblade was created by Marc Silvestri, David Wohl, Brian Haberlin, and Michael Turner, debuting in 1995. The character was designed to embody the duality of light and dark, representing both the feminine and the supernatural.Early Years
Sara Pezzini, a New York City police officer, becomes the bearer of the Witchblade, a powerful artifact that grants her various abilities but also comes with a heavy burden. Her journey begins as she learns to control the Witchblade while battling various supernatural threats.Character Development
Throughout her journey, Sara evolves from a police officer struggling with her newfound powers to a confident and capable hero who embraces her role as the Witchblade bearer, balancing her personal life with her responsibilities.Cultural Reception
Witchblade has been well-received, gaining a dedicated fanbase and critical acclaim for its strong female lead and intricate storytelling.Character Details
Real Name:
Sara Pezzini
Aliases:
Witchblade, Sara Pezzini
Species:
Human
Gender:
Female
Affiliations:
Top Cow Universe, The Witchblade, The Darkness
Abilities:
Enhanced strength, Regeneration, Weapon creation, Empathy
Equipment:
Witchblade
Weight:
130lbs
Height:
5' 3"
Eye Color:
green
Hair Color:
brown
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Pin-up of Witchblade
San Diego Comic Con 1995 exclusive
Cyblade / Shi: The Battle for Independents #1
Image
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1995
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Witchblade
Witchblade #1
Top Cow
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1995
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Vol. 1
2nd appearance of Witchblade
Premiere issue of Witchblade's first solo series
1st appearance of Ian Nottingham
2nd appearance of Witchblade
Premiere issue of Witchblade's first solo series
1st appearance of Ian Nottingham
Tomb Raider / Witchblade #1
Top Cow
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1997
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Vol. 1
1st appearance of Lara Croft, Tomb Raider in comic books
Adapted from the 1996 video game Tomb Raider
[January 2023 - Netflix developing a TV series with writer attached / November 2024 - Sophie Turner (Game of Thrones) rumored to be the frontrunner to portray Lara Croft / September 2025 - Sophie Turner confirmed, production to begin January 2026]
1st appearance of Lara Croft, Tomb Raider in comic books
Adapted from the 1996 video game Tomb Raider
[January 2023 - Netflix developing a TV series with writer attached / November 2024 - Sophie Turner (Game of Thrones) rumored to be the frontrunner to portray Lara Croft / September 2025 - Sophie Turner confirmed, production to begin January 2026]
Fathom #12
Top Cow / Image
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2000
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Vol. 1
Variant wraparound cover by Michael Turner
Holofoil edition
Variant cover art by Michael Turner featuring Aspen Matthews, Lara Croft and Witchblade
Tower Record store exclusive
Variant cover art by Michael Turner featuring Aspen Matthews, Lara Croft and Witchblade
Tower Record store exclusive
Witchblade #87
Top Cow
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2005
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Vol. 1
Cover art by Adam Hughes
Witchblade #100
Top Cow
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2006
•
Vol. 1
1st appearance of Danielle Baptiste, later becomes Witchblade
1st appearance of Danielle Baptiste as Witchblade
Unholy Union #1
Marvel
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2007
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Vol. 1
One-shot crossover between Marvel and Top Cow
Battle of Hulk, the Darkness, Ghost Rider, Witchblade
One-shot crossover between Marvel and Top Cow
Battle of Hulk, the Darkness, Ghost Rider, Witchblade
Savage Dragon #140
Image
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2008
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Vol. 2
Team-up of Savage Dragon, Spawn, Witchblade, Shadowhawk and Invincible
Copies ordered by retailers: 6,384
Team-up of Savage Dragon, Spawn, Witchblade, Shadowhawk and Invincible
Copies ordered by retailers: 6,384
Savage Dragon #141
Image
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2008
•
Vol. 2
Crossover of Invincible, Spawn, Witchblade, Shadowhawk
Copies ordered by retailers: 6,355
Crossover of Invincible, Spawn, Witchblade, Shadowhawk
Copies ordered by retailers: 6,355
Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Variant cover art by J. Scott Campbell
Witchblade #162
Top Cow
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2012
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Vol. 1
Cover art by John Tyler Christopher
Story takes place at Wrigley Field
Cover art by John Tyler Christopher
Story takes place at Wrigley Field
Witchblade #170
Top Cow
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2013
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Vol. 1
Non-Key
Cover art inspired by X-Men #251(1989)
Witchblade #171
Top Cow
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2013
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Vol. 1
Copies ordered by retailers: 7,263 including the variant
Variant cover art by Keu Cha
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