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One of the clearest indicators of turmoil is the widespread departure of major talents from Marvel, DC, and other mainstream publishers. Creators who once thrived within these giants are now leaving the traditional comic industry in favor of alternative routes, such as crowdfunding platforms (Kickstarter, Indiegogo), Substack newsletters, or streaming services like Amazon and Netflix.
Veterans such as Scott Snyder, Chip Zdarski, Nick Spencer, and many others have jumped ship, taking lucrative deals or establishing their own IPs outside of the conventional system. Even renowned artists like Todd McFarlane continue their success outside the Big Two, with Spawn celebrating over 30 years and continually topping sales charts, highlighting the resilience and vitality of independent ventures.