Once Disney and Marvel Studios revealed some of their plans after Infinity Saga, Moon Knight was announced as one of the Disney+ TV shows to expand the entire MCU. Oscar Isaac's cast as the series' veritable superhero has been a hit, and given the action and Mark Spector/Moon Knight character, it has the potential to be the most daring in this cinematic universe one of the roles.
He's a darker, more psychologically complex character than the MCU usually presents, and also has a connection to the supernatural. The comics are great for him because Moon Knight has several talented writers and artists putting together some compelling stories to create memorable visuals and moments.
Updated April 5, 2022, by Guillermo Kurten: Fans of the Disney+ series should be very interested in the best Moon Knight comic panels as they showcase this underrated Marvel character iconic. Now is a great time to relive some of the biggest moments from the original Moon Knight comics.
While Moon Knight is one of the more niche characters in the superhero genre, his Marvel Comics history dates back to the Bronze Age of comics. Khonshu's fist first appeared in someone else's main series, in this case, 1975's Night of the Werewolf #32.
Night Vigilante was created by Doug Moench and Don Perlin, and his comic book debut was a story in which Moon Knights were hired to hunt down and bring werewolves alive at night. This cover from Gil Kane is a rough and nostalgic throwback to the era of media classics, and the monster-themed story that Marvel goes all out for. Coincidentally, Werewolf Night will be Disney+'s Halloween special this year. This has fans speculating about a potential adaptation of the Midnight Sons superhero team.
"How about your dead family?" - The Punisher
This is one of the funniest panels and takes place in The Punisher by Matthew Rosenberg and Szymon Kudranski. In issue 14, Baron Helmut Zero and the supervillain team Thunderbolts bring the fight against Castle Frank to Manhattan - some of the most powerful characters the Punisher has to fight - and Black Widow tries to form a team to help him. This is the penultimate installment of the Street Wars arc, but he's not too friendly with teamwork.
The Moon Knight is one of the few to answer Natasha's call, and funny banter between him and the Punisher ensues. Frank mocked the "imaginary god" Mark followed, who was hit especially low. The character doesn't necessarily fall into the "comedy" genre, but even he can provide some form of comedic relief. It's an interesting showcase of how Moon Knight can be morbidly funny every now and then.
"Welcome to Midnight Quest" - Moon Knight
Most recently, Marvel teamed up with writer Jed MacKay and artist Alessandro Cappuccio to launch the first new Moon Knight since the 2017 series. The timing seems right for the Disney+ series next year, and so far the key consensus on the new comic book is very positive. It continues to explore one of the character's fundamentals in the form of his struggle with crime, while dealing with his character, forming his dissociative identity disorder.
Despite overcoming and rejecting the cruel Khonshu, Marc Spector continued to work with his Midnight Mission congregation without the Moon God's roles as Moon Knight and Mr. Smooth Knight. It's a new expansion of the character's mythology, but Capuccio's striking and clean artwork where the superhero welcomes clients into Midnight Quest has become a panel worth remembering, even though it's so new.
"Let's Rock"
Jeff Lemell and Greg Smallwood's critically acclaimed work on Moon Knight received praise in part for its mesmerizing level of introspection of its protagonist. A satisfying story for longtime fans and a great starting point for newbies, its POV-oriented storytelling immerses readers in Marc Spector's bewildering show.
He made him believe that he was locked up in a poorly run asylum, but there are always more layers to the stories associated with the Moon Knight. Mr. Knight's character has become a fan-favorite look in the hero's recent years, and seeing Smallwood's stylish art makes him visually and thematically satisfying.
Moon Knight
The basis of Mark Spector's superhero role as Moon Knight was being rescued from death by the Egyptian moon god Khonshu after his death as a mercenary in the desert. For a long time, Spector used this superhero identity as Kong Shuo's fist to help bring justice to those who wish to travel at night. The supernatural and mystical elements associated with him also seem like something the MCU will be exploring with their Disney+ Halloween special on top of (probably) Moon Knight.
Serving a grotesque god faithfully while struggling to accept his psychological turmoil yields some dark but riveting commentary. Lemire and Smallwood compete in Moon Knight, giving Khonshu some of the most unforgettable renditions. The ominous bird skeleton in formal attire exudes an air of horror, and such panels mix with gritty art to give it a homey feel, especially in the scene where Spector meets him.
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Most of the funny Moon Knight-related comic book panels circulating on the internet have been photoshopped to exaggerate like they are, but Kongshu's Avatar does have some humor. Gerry Duggan saw Gamora kill her father and take over his quest for the Infinity Stones in the Infinity Wars series, taking on the new name Requiem.
Someone who becomes a villain in her powers certainly qualifies as an Avengers-level threat, even non-Avengers like Moon Knight. Mike Deodato Jr.'s panel discussion in Issue 3 was a truly entertaining moment between him and the famously witty Spider-Man, Moon Knight spaced out and completely lost in the cosmic crap that other Marvel heroes deal with.
"Good Night" - Moon Knight
In issue nine, Jed McKay's current performance in Moon Knight is still as well-received as it was at the beginning. This new exploration of post-Marc Khonshu life offers several memorable panels, thanks to the aforementioned stylish, stylized artwork by Alessandro Capuccio.
The game veers more towards the paranormal, perhaps coinciding with the Disney+ series, where the Moon Knight hunts down threats like vampires to protect those looking to travel at night. This shock board is largely self-explanatory, with calm vigilantes emphasizing the entrance by crashing some vampire cars and their nights.
Crescent Moon – Moon Knight
Moon Knight's character, themes, and tone of the story make him one of the darkest Marvel Comics characters like Daredevil, but with a more brazen approach to crime-fighting. For example, he doesn't care much about sneaking up on the villains he's targeting. Instead, he likes the thrill of the fear he inflicts on them, as evidenced by his Moon Knight suits - including Mr. Knight.
The stark, almost dazzling white of his costume has been done to announce his arrival. With that mindset in mind, Shalvey and Bellaire again provide beautiful images, with their hero panels soaring across the page, draped in huge, exaggerated crescent cloaks, while the actual moon is taller. Art gives it an ethereal quality suitable for nocturnal activities.
We Are the Moon Knights
Lemire and Smallwood's run ends on a satisfying note, cementing its place as one of the hero's best comic book runs. The climax of the story is a major confrontation between all Moon Knight identities and Kong Shuo. The Egyptian god of the moon ruled Mark Spector, appointing him as the fist and high priest, and directing his devotion.
Issue 14 is the last in the series and here represents a wonderful approach to the character arc of the Moon Knight as he realizes that believing so blindly in a God who doesn't care about him will only hurt him more, accept himself and grow as a person - or person. Here's an iconic Moon Knight scene and a set of panels that fans may wish would be just as important in the Disney+ franchise. Smallwood's art also does a great job of conveying a solid noir style, similar to David Mazzucchelli's portrayal of Batman's origin story in his first year.
Meditation – Moon Knight
After Lemire and Smallwood's introspective episode, writer Max Bemis and artist Ty Templeton's run on the series has thrown him another batch of villains. This is an introduction to the Sun King, a mysterious villain named Truth, and the original nemesis, the Bushmen, who murdered Mark in Egypt in the first place.
The storyline is another crazy psychological roller coaster, but it creates another fun and lighthearted moment along the way. Mark experimented with meditation in the park, trying to control his character, however, which resulted in some overt rocking effects.
"You must know you have a mental retardation, Mark?" – Moon Knight
The general consensus among fans seems to be that Jeff Lemell and Greg Smallwood (as well as colorist Jody Bellaire) do their best work in character comics. It's a storyline that becomes very intimate and introspective with Marc Spector, his inner struggle with coexisting with a broken heart, and his relationship with this grim, ruthless moon god state, the latter painted him a knight.
The panel where Khonshu spoke condescendingly to Spector speaks to how powerful the tone it is set is. By showing each panel in a first-person perspective, combined with Smallwood's pencils and Bellaire's colors, it creates a dark, oppressive atmosphere that suggests Spector is effectively following Khonshu's whim at this point. It's brutal but makes the series ending more cathartic.
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