The Wellington Comic Lover’s Guide to... Deadpool

Welcome to the Wellington Comic Lover’s Guide, where we take you through the Wellington City Libraries’ collection of a comic book character or series. This guide is all about The Merc with a Mouth, The Regeneratin’ Degenerate, Deadpool!

Who is Deadpool?

Seeking a cure for his terminal cancer, Wade Wilson was experimented on by Weapon X, the same clandestine government agency that worked with Wolverine. As a result, Wade gained the ability to heal from any injury, but at the cost of his appearance and his sanity. Utilising his newfound powers to become a mercenary-for-hire, Wade was reborn as Deadpool!


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Updated July 31, 2024
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Deadpool : bad blood
Liefeld, Rob
Paper Book
Wade Wilson has been shooting, stabbing and otherwise annoying people for a long time. He's made a lot of enemies. But one he can't quite place is the brutal Thumper, who keeps showing up out of the blue to pound him into jelly! What is Deadpool's past connection to this beefy face-masher? Wade has...
Deadpool. Badder blood
Liefeld, Rob
Paper Book
Superstar writer/artist Rob Liefeld returns to the world of his iconic creation Deadpool! Wade Wilson is back, and he's brought some frenemies! As the villainous Thumper returns to take out the man who created him, Wolverine and Cable step in for a daring rescue mission. But as Deadpool becomes...
Avengers ℗ʺ X-Men. Axis
Remender, Rick.
Paper Book
The Red Skull has exploited the gifts of the world's greatest telepath to broadcast pure hatred across the globe. Now, born of the murder of Charles Xavier, World War Hate has begun. Tony Stark discovers a secret truth that will upend not only his life, but also the lives of everyone he cares for....
Deadpool : world's greatest. Vol. 9, Deadpool in space
Duggan, Gerry
Paper Book
Deadpool. In. Spaaaaace!!! Wade Wilson is heading off Earth on a personal mission - one that will land him in all manner of cosmic trouble! Plus, a secret story known only to compulsive Deadpool variant cover collectors, as Odin ejects Deadpool from reality -and into the cover-verse! Can a team-up...
Deadpool. The ones with Deadpool
Acker, Ben
Paper Book
When WaterWorld hires Deadpool to protect their theme park, he winds up face to snout with Brute Force: Protectors of the Environment! Then, mysterious foes try to steal Wolverine's DNA to clone him - but Logan's old pals Deadpool and Steve Rogers are on the case! And the Secret of the White Caption...
Deadpool's secret secret wars
Bunn, Cullen
Paper Book
Not a Secret Wars tie-in! Well... it is... but not that Secret Wars. It's the original Secret Wars from 1984? The one where Deadpool played a huge important role? That doesn't ring a bell? From the team that brought you Deadpool Killustrated comes the most Secretest War of all! Collecting: Deadpool...
Deadpool : world's greatest. Vol. 1, Millionaire with a mouth
Duggan, Gerry
Paper Book
He's annoying. He's dangerous. He smells terrible. But the public loves him. That's right-the Merc with the Mouth may make money for missions of murky morality... but he's become the most popular hero in the world for it. Eat that, Spidey! The world belongs to... Deadpool. The fan-favourite team of...
Deadpool : world's greatest. Vol. 2, End of an error
Duggan, Gerry
Paper Book
INTRODUCING: DEADPOOL 2099! Jump 84 years into the future for an all-new adventure with an all-new Deadpool! Who is this sci-fi Mouthy-Merc-Lady? And what's her connection to Wade Wilson? Plus: Meet 'Masacre'-the Deadpool of Mexico! Did you know that Deadpool in Spanish-speaking countries is called...
Deadpool : world's greatest. 3, Deadpool vs. Sabretooth
Duggan, Gerry
Paper Book
Deadpool vs. Sabretooth! But when two unkillable killers go to war, how do you know when it's all over? These two Weapon X alumni are on a collision course, because Deadpool thinks that Sabretooth killed his parents. The really messy part is that Wade did the dirty deed himself and has no idea!...
Deadpool : world's greatest. 4, Temporary insanitation
Duggan, Gerry
Paper Book
DEADPOOL! DAREDEVIL! POWER MAN & IRON FIST! When Deadpool stumbles into a gang war that's targeting new Assistant District Attorney Matt Murdock, the battle winds up catching the eye (and fists) of Luke Cage and Danny Rand, master of the Iron Fist! A mega-violent, street-level, face-punching, gut-...
Deadpool : world's greatest. 5, Civil War II
Duggan, Gerry
Paper Book
Civil War II tie-in! Deadpool and the Mercs for Money are clearly the best team in the Marvel Universe. So naturally when there is a cosmic- level threat, they'll be there. Oh-also, they get along really well. This story is going to be all about happy people getting along, right? COLLECTING:...
Deadpool : world's greatest. Vol. 6, Patience: zero
Duggan, Gerry
Paper Book
Gerry Duggan's hilarious take on the Merc with a Mouth continues in this all-new collection. Deadpool has it tough sometimes. It can be hard to keep going. But he does. Then: Madcap returns in the most horrifi c way possible for revenge!COLLECTING: Deadpool 20, 21 (A story), 22-25
Deadpool : world's greatest. 7, Deadpool does Shakespeare
Duggan, Gerry
Paper Book
All the world's a stage, and he's a major player! Forsooth, Deadpool will face a comedy of errors when he gets trapped in the works of William Shakespeare! Whether it turns out to be a midsummer night's dream, or much ado about nothing, it's sure to be Deadpool as you like it! Fingers crossed that...
Deadpool & the Merc$ for money. Vol. 0, Merc madness
Bunn, Cullen
Paper Book
Deadpool might be an Avenger now, but he's also got his own private team of mercenaries...the legally-cleared-to-be-called MERCS FOR MONEY! Got a problem you can't solve on your own and a pile of money you'd like to be rid of? Just call Deadpool, Stingray, Massacre, Solo, Foolkiller, Terror and...
Deadpool & the Mercs for Money Vol. 1, Mo' mercs, mo' monkeys
Bunn, Cullen
Paper Book
Deadpool is one of the best mercenaries on the planet. He may even be a passable Avenger -the jury's still out. But one thing's for sure: he's a terrible team leader. Example? Wade Wilson has taken on a high-paying mission to take out radioactive super villains. But his employees aren't nearly as...
Deadpool & the Mercs for money. Vol. 2, IVX
Bunn, Cullen
Paper Book
The Mercs for Money are under new management, and now Domino is calling the shots! But that doesn't mean that Deadpool can't still have input - like, for instance, on the squad's uniforms! Yes! The Rainbow Deadpool Squad is back - new and improved! It's a kaleidoscope of colorful chaos! But imagine...
You are Deadpool
Ewing, Al
Paper Book
Did you ever want to be Deadpool?! Of course you did! Well, now's your chance - in this amazing role-playing romp! YOU decide what choices Deadpool makes! YOU keep track of your scores as the story unfolds! YOU roll dice to combat various foes - and we're watching, so no cheating! Determine your own...
King Deadpool. Vol 1
Thompson, Kelly
Paper Book
A new era begins for the Merc with a Mouth! Deadpool's newest job has him going after the King of Monsters, who has claimed a new kingdom for his terrifying subjects... on Staten Island! But you know what they say, when you come at the king, you better not miss! Soon, Wade Wilson finds himself with...
King Deadpool. Vol. 2
Thompson, Kelly
Paper Book
It's a love story, Deadpool - just say yes! Elsa Bloodstone the monster hunter is dying, and the only one who can save her is... Wade Wilson! What has gone wrong with Elsa's mystical, magical Bloodstone gem - and what can Deadpool possibly do about it? The answers will shock you! The implications...
Deadpool
Thompson, Kelly
Paper Book
Hail to the King! Deadpool's unlikeliest career change yet sees him dethrone the King of Monsters - and become the Merc with a Monarchy! His new kingdom? Staten Island... the place where monsters dwell! But his royal highness soon finds himself neck-deep in political intrigue, facing major obstacles...
Deadpool by alyssa wong vol. 1
Wong, Alyssa
Paper Book
The Merc with a Mouth Deadpool is back in business, with a new creative team and a new mission! Marvel's top merc is back is business - and better than ever! We all know Wade Wilson is one of the leading guns-for-hire in the Marvel Universe (even if he is simultaneously the most annoying one), but...
Deadpool. Vol. 2
Wong, Alyssa
Paper Book
Alyssa Wong's run on the Merc With A Mouth continues! Deadpool is in for the fight of his life, going up against the deadliest assassin group the Marvel Universe has ever known: Atelier! Collecting: Deadpool (2022) 6-10
Deadpool vs. Wolverine
Hama, Larry
Paper Book
Deadpool and Wolverine have one of the most heated rivalries in comics, and these are some of their most epic battles! The Merc with a Mouth takes on the Mutant with the Mutton chops in their greatest battles - and occasional team-ups! Katanas and claws clash in their brutal first meeting - but when...
Deadpool vs Thanos
Seeley, Tim
Paper Book
When life in the universe suddenly stops dying, Deadpool suspects his former rival, Thanos the Titan. As the two lovers of Death (in both its physical and theoretical manifestations) battle to save the universe from immortality, they must confront their own reasons for living and their passions for...
Deadpool v Gambit : the "v" is for "vs."
Acker, Ben
Paper Book
Gambit-one of the smoothest, best-looking operators in the world of the X-Men. Deadpool-one of the most annoying, ugliest dirtbags in the world of everything. Naturally, these guys got beef. But do you know what they have in common? A secret history of working together to pull con- jobs. That's...
Deadpool versus the Punisher
Van Lente, Fred
Paper Book
Deadpool vs. The Punisher
Deadpool the Duck
Moore, Stuart
Paper Book
What do you get when you take one cynical anthropomorphic duck (named Howard) and cross it with the smelliest (and most annoying) mercenary in the Marvel Universe? DEADPOOL THE DUCK! When Deadpool is sent on a mission from S.H.I.E.L.D. to capture a high-profile E.T. that is rampaging across the high...
Spider-Man/Deadpool. Vol. 1, Isn't it bromantic
Kelly, Joe
Paper Book
The Webbed Wonder and the Merc with a Mouth are teaming up for their first series EVER! It's action, adventure and just a smattering of (b)romance in this episodic epic featuring the WORLD'S GREATEST SUPER HERO and the star of the WORLD'S GREATEST COMICS MAGAZINE. Talk about a REAL dynamic duo!...
Spider-Man/Deadpool. Vol. 2, Side pieces
Aukerman, Scott
Paper Book
Spider-Man/Deadpool Vol. 2
Spider-Man/Deadpool. Vol. 3, Itsy Bitsy
Kelly, Joe
Paper Book
Think the Spidey/'Pool bromance is a recent phenomenon? Guess again - these guys go back years. Decades even! In the proud tradition of Deadpool, a lost inventory issue of Amazing Spider-Man from the swingin' '60s will take you back to one of the earliest meetings of the Merc with a Mouth and the...
Spider-Man/Deadpool. 4, Serious business
Corin, Joshua
Paper Book
'The adventures of your favorite duo in comic books continue, and this time Spider-Man and Deadpool have decided not to be funny anymore?! What could have possibly driven our two heroes to take the funny outta their own funny book? And just what the heck has slapstick got to do with it?! When the...
Spider-Man/Deadpool. Vol. 7, My two dads
Thompson, Robbie
Paper Book
It's the Planet of the 'Pools! What dark technology from the secret recesses of S.H.I.E.L.D. history powers these L.M.D.-eadpools? To defeat the Faux-pool who took his ability to walk, Old Man Parker will have to make a decision that alters his future AND our present! Collecting: Spider-Man/Deadpool...
Spider-Man/Deadpool. Vol. 8, Road trip
Thompson, Robbie
Paper Book
What dark technology from the secret recesses of S.H.I.E.L.D. could power an army of LMD-eadpools? It's a blast from the past - meanwhile, in the future, Old Man Parker makes a decision that alters our present! The Master Matrix is unearthed, and at the heart of its history are Mary and Richard...
Spider-Man/Deadpool. Vol. 9, Eventpool
Thompson, Robbie
Paper Book
The 'Infinite House of Civil yet Secret Crisis War Invasions' begins here! The biggest arc of SPIDER-MAN/DEADPOOL will shake the foundations of the Marvel Universe! Nothing will ever be the same after this! Nothing! Spider-Man and Deadpool just barely make it back from the Negative Zone in the...
Wolverine origins. Volume 05, Deadpool
Way, Daniel
Paper Book
He's a born killer, highly trained in the art of violence. He's a man out of time, living without fear of death. He's the best there is at what he does, and he's about to do it to Wolverine. Enter - Deadpool.
Deadpool & Cable. Split second
Nicieza, Fabian
Paper Book
Call them a duo with a special kind of dynamics... call them the odd couple but with guns... call them 90s comics distilled down into two characters! The Merc with the Mouth and the Soldier with the Scowl are together again in this all-new series! When Cable gets a vision of a terrible future set...
The unbelievable Gwenpool. Volume 1, issue 0-4, Believe it
Hastings, Chris
Paper Book
2015's overnight internet sensation takes center stage in her own series! Gwen Poole used to be a comic book reader just like you... until she woke up in a world where the characters she read about seemed to be real! But that can't be, right? This must all be fake, or a dream or something, right?...
The unbelievable Gwenpool. Vol. 5, Lost in the plot
Hastings, Chris
Paper Book
The comics-loving, fourth-wall-breaking heroine known as Gwenpool (A.K.A. Gwen Poole) is back in her most exciting adventure yet! Sure, masquerading as a super hero, fi ghting bad guys, and hanging out with her idols has been fun. However, in order to ensure her survival in the Marvel Universe, Gwen...
The unbelievable Gwenpool. Vol. 3, Totally in continuity
Hastings, Chris
Paper Book
Gwen Poole continues to make friends and influence people across the Marvel Universe! But what will some of Marvel's greatest heroes make of Gwen and her bizarre perspective on the world they live in? Whatever happens, it'll be Unbelievable! COLLECTING: THE UNBELIEVABLE GWENPOOL 11-16
The unbelievable Gwenpool. Vol. 2, Head of M.O.D.O.K.
Hastings, Chris
Paper Book
Best part of living in a world of comic book heroes? TEAM-UPS, BABY! Gwen meets Miles Morales, SPIDER-MAN, and it ends...badly! Man, oh, man, she is not a good person! It gets dark! We promise this is not a Civil War II tie-in! COLLECTING: GWENPOOL, THE UNBELIEVABLE 5-10

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