The major Doctor Strange crossovers areInfinity War(1992),Secret Wars(2015) andDeath of Doctor Strange(2021), events where the Sorcerer Supreme protects reality against the most devastating mystical and cosmic threats.
Stephen Strange is the guardian of the earthly dimension against occult forces. In Marvel crossovers, his role is unique: where others fight physically, the Sorcerer Supreme operates on metaphysical planes, manipulating the very laws of reality. His appearances in major events are among the most narratively significant.
This guide details the essential Doctor Strange crossovers for collectors. For the founding numbers of the character, consult our guide to thekey numbers Doctor Strange.
Infinity War (1992) — The cosmic doppelgänger
Jim Starlin brings the Infinity Gems back to the forefront. Doctor Strange is the strategic pivot of the event, coordinating the heroes' resistance against Magus and his evil doubles. His mystical expertise is essential to navigating dimensions and countering cosmic illusions.
Collectible Key Numbers
- Infinity War #1— Magus launches his attack, Strange coordinates the defense. VF: €10-20
- Infinity War #6— Conclusion, Strange neutralizes the dimensional threat. VF: €8-15
- Doctor Strange: Sorcerer Supreme #42-47— Direct tie-ins. VF: €5-10 each
- Warlock and the Infinity Watch #7-10— Essential complements. VF: €4-8 each
Secret Wars (2015) — The Sheriff of Doom
In Jonathan Hickman's Battleworld, Stephen Strange serves as Doom-God's sheriff. He helped save the fragments of reality during the destruction of the multiverse, but lives under Victor's rule. His sacrifice allows the surviving heroes to challenge Doom.
Collectible Key Numbers
- Secret Wars #1— End of the multiverse, Strange among the survivors. VF: €15-30
- Secret Wars #4— Death of Doctor Strange at the hands of Doom. VF: €10-20
- Secret Wars #9— Conclusion, reconstruction of reality. VF: €12-25
- New Avengers #33— Strange and the Illuminati before the end. VF: €6-12
Death of Doctor Strange (2021) — The Last Spell
Jed MacKay orchestrates the death of the Sorcerer Supreme, leaving Earth without mystical protection. The event explores the immediate consequences across the Marvel Universe when dimensional barriers collapse, and a younger version of Strange must solve his own murder.
Collectible Key Numbers
- Death of Doctor Strange #1— Assassination of Stephen Strange. VF: €10-20
- Death of Doctor Strange #5— Conclusion, revelation of the murderer. VF: €8-15
- Death of Doctor Strange: Avengers #1—Avengers without mystical protection. VF: €5-10
- Strange #1— Clea becomes Witch Supreme. VF: €8-15
Last Days of Magic (2016) — The Extinction of Magic
Jason Aaron is systematically destroying all the magic in the Marvel Universe. The Empirikul, a fanatical scientific race, are eradicating every source of mystical power. Doctor Strange must resort to the most dangerous dark magic to save his dimension.
Collectible Key Numbers
- Doctor Strange #6-10(2015) — “Last Days of Magic” arc. VF: €6-12 each
- Doctor Strange: Last Days of Magic #1— Special one-shot. VF: €8-15
- Doctor Strange #6— Beginning of the Empirikul invasion. VF: €8-15
Infinity (2013) — The Council of the Illuminati
Stephen Strange is part of Jonathan Hickman's Illuminati, the secret group that attempts to prevent dimensional incursions. In Infinity, he uses dark magic against the Builders, with devastating consequences for his soul.
Collectible Key Numbers
- New Avengers #1-12(2013) — The Illuminati and the Incursions. VF: €5-10 each
- Infinity #4— Strange uses forbidden dark magic. VF: €8-15
- New Avengers #11— Consequences on Strange, moral descent. VF: €6-12
Original Sin (2014) — Secrets of the Sorcerer
The death of the Watcher exposes all the secrets of the Marvel Universe. For Doctor Strange, this means the revelation of his darkest actions with the Illuminati, weakening his alliances and his reputation with the heroic community.
Collectible Key Numbers
- Original Sin #1— Murder of the Watcher. VF: €8-15
- Original Sin #7-8— Major revelations. VF: €5-10 each
- New Avengers #18-23— Consequences for the Illuminati. VF: €4-8 each
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