Comic Books
While his background has been delved into in past comics, this 1988 one-shot graphic novel fleshes out the origins of The Joker.
What is "The Killing Joke"?
She was said to have received visions from God to lead the French to victory in the Hundred Years' War.
Who is Jeanne d'Arc?
This snake is named after a part of its body that deters predators and alerts passers-by.
What is the rattlesnake?
Jean-Claude Van Damme fights to survive in this allegedly true story about an underground Hong Kong tournament.
What is Bloodsport?
Jonny is almost never seen without this imaginary friend.
Who is Plank?
After Eric and his fiancee, Shelly, are murdered, he is revived by this eponymous creature to take revenge.
Her legend of dressing as a man to wage war in China has been adapted into a Disney film.
Who is Hua Mulan?
This snake's name comes from the fact that it eats other snakes and reptiles.
What is the king cobra?
Bruce Lee and Chuck Norris do battle in the Roman Collesium in this action-comedy movie.
What is Way of the Dragon or Return of the Dragon?
This son of a shepherd is generally a friend towards the Ed-boys, though his wrath is unmatched when he feels crossed.
Who is Rolf?
This Frank Miller series features many intertwining stories that take place in "Basin City".
What is "Sin City"?
This legendary Japanese warrior is said to have played a part in the Genpei War, her most prominent role coming in the Battle of Awazu.
Who is Tomoe Gozen?
One species of this group of snakes is the largest in the world.
What is the anaconda?
"Snake in the Eagle's Shadow" was the breakthrough film for this Hong Kong-born actor.
Who is Jackie Chan?
Who is Sarah?
A boy is murdered by the Yakuza, but he takes swift revenge after his dog revives him by fusing with his heart.
What is "Chainsaw Man"?
This Iceni queen led a rebellion against the Romans in the first century, burning what is now modern-day London.
Who is Boudica?
This dark snake is one of the most venomous in the world.
What is the black mamba?
Though it is not traditional or strictly martial arts-based, the fiendish Doctor Wu tests the eponymous character's skill in kung-fu in this film.
What is "Black Dynamite"?
The Eds' get-rich-quick scheme involving Jimmy fails when they realize this sport is only popular in one country.
What is sumo?
This comic book is believed to be the origin of the "chainmail bikini", which is prominently worn by its main character.
What is "Red Sonja"?
This frontierswoman was better known for appearing in Buffalo Bill's Wild West Show, but she tested her mettle in battle against Native Americans.
Who is Calamity Jane?
This snake, named after a mammalian predator, is highly venomous and most often found in Tasmania, Australia, and other Oceania territories.
What is the tiger snake?
This 2004 martial arts film doubles as a romance and received an Academy Awards nomination for "Best Cinematography".
What is "House of Flying Daggers"?
She is the curly-haired leader of the Kanker sisters, and her eyes are set firmly on Eddy.
Who is Lee?