DONNY CATES
Writer
Award-winning comic book writer with over two decades of experience. Known for character-driven storytelling and long-form narrative arcs.
AUTOGRAPH CARD
FRONT
Chrome refractor with on-card autograph featuring Knull artwork
BIOGRAPHY
Donny Cates is an award-winning comic book writer with over two decades of experience in the industry. He won Marvel Comics' talent search contest in 2001, launching a prolific career that has spanned both creator-owned and mainstream superhero titles.
Aaron is best known for his creator-owned series Scalped (Vertigo) and Southern Bastards (Image Comics), which showcase his talent for gritty, character-driven narratives. His major Marvel work includes groundbreaking runs on Thor (featuring Jane Foster as the Goddess of Thunder), Avengers, Wolverine, and Knull.
His Thor run is particularly celebrated for introducing Jane Foster as Thor and exploring themes of worthiness and sacrifice. Aaron's work on Avengers has been equally ambitious, featuring cosmic-scale storytelling and the introduction of new characters like Starbrand and the Avengers of 1,000,000 BC.
Aaron has been nominated for multiple Eisner and Harvey Awards, recognizing his contributions to the medium. He is known for his character-driven storytelling, long-form narrative arcs, and ability to balance intimate character moments with epic, universe-spanning adventures.
OTHER TOPPS PRODUCTS
2025 Topps Chrome Marvel
Artist & Writer Autographs
Multiple parallels including Gold Wave Refractor (/50), Red Wave Refractor (/5), and various numbered editions featuring Thor and Knull artwork.
2025 Topps Chrome Sapphire
Thor Auto Red Refractor
Ultra-rare Sapphire Edition autograph featuring Thor artwork. Limited to only 5 copies, making it one of the most sought-after Aaron autographs.
2025 Topps Marvel Mint
Chrome Autographs
Base Chrome (1:24), Black Refractor (1:119), Red Refractor (1:240), and Superfractor (1:1,439) parallels available in both Standard and SDCC editions.
Marvel Wolverine Series
Numbered Autograph
Special Wolverine-themed autograph card celebrating Aaron's acclaimed run on the character. Features classic Wolverine artwork with on-card signature.
War of the Realms
Comic Artist Auto Red /5
Ultra-rare autograph featuring artwork from War of the Realms #1, Aaron's epic Thor crossover event. Limited to only 5 copies worldwide.
Green Refractor Edition
Numbered to 99
Green refractor parallel featuring certified autograph. Limited edition numbered to just 99 copies, making it a rare find for collectors.
AVAILABLE PARALLELS
BASE CHROME
BLACK REFRACTOR
RED REFRACTOR
SUPERFRACTOR
1/1 print run