Author Details
Tristan Benns is a freelance writer and lifelong geek. He's worked as a tutor, an editor, and even a salesman in a comic book store. If he isn't asking you about your feelings on the Oxford comma, he's probably asking you to name your favorite Green Lantern.
Industry Focus
Tristan has written comics coverage for Screen Rant for years with specific interest in topics like the X-Men, Superman, the Power Rangers, and more - and is usually pushing his pro-Cyclops agenda.
Favorite Media
Tristan's favorite comics include such titles as Kingdom Come, DC's The New Frontier, Grant Morrison's JLA, and practically any X-Men comic, including the controversial Chuck Austen run.
Latest Articles
After 32 Years, Marvel Fans Finally Know How Predator Lore Changed Wolverine Forever
Wolverine's origins have always been shaded by trauma and retcons, but it seems the Predator is more responsible for his suffering than fans knew.
Flash's New Codename Reveals His True Importance to the DC Universe
The Flash has always been one of DC's central heroes, but with a new wrinkle added to his powers, Wally West is more important than even he realizes.
"He's the Worst of Us": The MCU's Daredevil Still Has to Meet the 1 Avenger He Hates
Daredevil isn't exactly known as the most sociable Marvel Comics icon, but there's one MCU hero that the Man Without Fear truly can't stand.
DC’s Strongest Green Lantern Names the Hero Who Should Have His Ring Instead
John Stewart is one of the Green Lantern Corps' brightest lights, but the Master Builder knows who deserves his ring more than he does.
Sorry Deadpool - Only 1 Marvel Hero Is Officially Unkillable (& It's Not Who You Think)
Deadpool is known for his incredible healing factor, but one Avenger will outlive the Merc With The Mouth - and everyone else in the Marvel Universe.
Nightcrawler Now Officially Has His Own Version of Kryptonite
Nightcrawler has almost always been a freewheeling swashbuckler, but a conflict with Orchis forces proves Kurt isn't as untouchable as he thinks.
Captain America Just Proved His Forgotten Superpower Is What Makes Him So Unbeatable
Steve Rogers is well-known for his near-superhuman physique, but a daring confrontation proves there's more to Captain America than raw muscle.
Captain America Names Who Has Replaced Him as Marvel's Best Fighter
Steve Rogers is undoubtedly one of Marvel's best fighters, but in every way that matters, Captain America is his own toughest opponent.
Supergirl's New Costume Needs to Be Her Permanent Look
Supergirl's traditional costumes have always associated her with her iconic cousin, but the Woman of Tomorrow deserves a unique design.
Shazam's Future Powers Finally Make Him the Justice League's Most Powerful Hero
Shazam is often called the World's Mightiest Mortal, but one version of Billy Batson is far mightier than anyone realizes — and a Justice League MVP.
After 18 Years, Avengers' New Roster Pays Off a House of M Plot Thread
Carol Danvers has always been a fan-favorite, but her current status quo has finally let her reach her true potential as Captain Marvel.
Captain Marvel Officially Names the 1 Villain Powerful Enough to Kill Her
Carol Danvers is one of Marvel Comics' strongest heroes, but there's an old enemy of the Captains Marvel who can give her a run for her money.
"Everything That Lives Will Die": Cyclops' Brother Has a Terrifying New Mission in Marvel Lore
The Summers Family has a complicated lineage, but Cyclops' brother Vulcan is undeniably a bad seed - and he's looking to remind the Marvel Universe.
Tony Stark's Dad Just Proved He's the Better Iron Man
With the Ultimate Universe changing what fans think they know about their favorite heroes, the new Iron Man - Howard Stark - has proven his mettle.
Thor Names the X-Men Hero He Respects Above All Others - With a Jaw-Dropping Nickname
Thor has fought alongside the X-Men on many occasions, but there is one mutant hero whose power the God of Thunder respects more than any other.
Marvel's New Wolverine Just Proved He Deserves the Name - Maybe More Than Logan
Nobody can question Wolverine's loyalty to his fellow X-Men, but these days, Logan hasn't been showing up for his friends the way Jon Ironfire has.
Marvel Has Officially Killed the Fantastic Four - But That's a Good Thing
With a new Ultimate Universe presenting a new horizon for Marvel's heroes, now is the time to assemble a completely new Fantastic Four.
"It Rebuilds Itself Like Rot in Reverse": Flash Just Introduced DC's Grossest Healing Factor Ever
The Flash is one of DC's most experienced heroes, but a horrifying new opponent is proving itself a disgusting threat that Wally West has never faced.
Why Wolverine HATES Kitty Pryde's New Costume & Codename
Shadowkat has pulled Wolverine from the edge of darkness countless times, and now it's Logan's turn to return the favor to his original sidekick.
DCEU's New Aquaman vs Wonder Woman Rivalry Is a Good Idea That's Come Too Late
In most continuities, Aquaman and Wonder Woman are close allies, but a tie-in to the DCEU hints that this Arthur and Diana may not be super friends.