Marvel Comics

The hard-boiled adventures of the grittiest web-slinger in the Spider-Verse!In the dark days of the Great Depression, young reporter Peter Parker finds himself forever changed by a spider’s bite — and resolves to take on crime and corruption as the urban vigilante called Spider-Man! And there are no shortage of foes — from gangland bosses the Goblin and Crime Master to pulp-era twists on familiar faces like Kraven, Chameleon, Doctor Octopus and more! But will the seductive Felicia Hardy prove friend or foe? Plus: Spider-Man Noir enters the Spider-Verse via an encounter with Mysterio — and shares a spectacular team-up with a six-armed Spidey!COLLECTING: Spider-Man Noir (2008) 1-4, Spider-Man Noir: Eyes Without a Face (2009) 1-4, Edge of Spider-Verse (2014) 1, Spider-Geddon: Spider-Man Noir Video Comic (2018) 1, material from Spider-Verse Team-Up (2014) 1

A new era begins for Spider-Gwen, and with it comes her new code name - Ghost-Spider!What’s the next evolutionary step for Gwen Stacy, Spider-Woman? Would you believe…Gwenom?! Gwen’s life irrevocably changes as she bonds with her universe’s version of the Venom symbiote. What does this change mean for her relationship with crime kingpin Matt Murdock? With her father? With...the Osborns?! Is any relationship in Gwen’s life safe? And if she can somehow emerge relatively unscathed from that, Earth-65 sits on the precipice of the interdimensional calamity that is Spider-Geddon! Finding herself trapped in a parallel dimension as her friends and fellow Spiders are dying, what can Gwen do to stop the Inheritors from wreaking havoc across the Web of Life and Destiny? From out of the interdimensional chaos, she must face one of her deadliest enemies yet: the Gwen Goblin! With her life in jeopardy from all sides, is there a reason we’re calling her Ghost-Spider?!COLLECTING: Spider-Gwen (2015B) 25-34, Spider-Geddon: Ghost-Spider Video Comic (2018) 1, Spider-Gwen: Ghost-Spider (2018) 1-10

The shadow of Darth Vader looms large over the Star Wars galaxy, and nowhere does it reach deeper than in the mind of young Kylo Ren! Written by Charles Soule, well known for his ongoing Darth Vader series from Marvel Comics, this story delves into the mysteries of Vader as his legacy continues to shape the Empire. LET THE PAST DIE...KILL IT IF YOU HAVE TO.As Marvel enters a new era of STAR WARS storytelling, the dark obsession of young Kylo Ren leads him to Mustafar! But what secrets does Fortress Vader hold for the young tyrant? And what face from the past will guide him on his quest?Next, Ren’s formative journey takes him to the home planet of his grandfather, Anakin Skywalker — where he must face Gardulla the Hutt and her guards — plus a rancor! Secrets of the past will be unearthed in the harsh sands of Mos Espa!COLLECTING: Star Wars: Legacy of Vader (2025) #1-6 and material from Free Comic Book Day 2025: Star Wars #1

After separating from the Venom symbiote, Eddie Brock heads in a new direction with a new surprising symbiote partner - Carnage!He’s been Venom, he’s been Anti-Venom, he’s been the King in Black! Now Eddie Brock has made his darkest bond yet — with the one and only Carnage! But can he control his new other’s endless bloodlust? Or will Eddie end up giving himself over to madness and murder? When he walks into a police station and asks to be arrested, you know there’s going to be some trouble. But when he does so while bonded to Carnage, it’s going to be a bloody nightmare. Embarking on a hunt for other serial killers, they are led straight to the brutal cyborg Bushwacker — and then the homicidal artist known as Muse. It’s time for Eddie to prove he’s the biggest, baddest host a murderous symbiote could ask for — because Carnage is out for blood, and he doesn’t care whose it is! But while he’s searching for murderers, Misty Knight is closing in on him!COLLECTING: Eddie Brock: Carnage (2025) 1-5

In the wake of Steve Rogers’ tragic death, Bucky Barnes wields the shield and succeeds his fallen friend as Captain America!Agent 13. Bucky Barnes. The Falcon. Black Widow. Iron Man. Steve Rogers was often the glue that bound these heroes together in a common cause. Now, still mourning his loss, they come together again in a desperate attempt to keep his dream alive. But the collapse of Steve’s dream was just the first step in the wicked machinations of the Red Skull, who is determined to see the death of America follow soon after the death of the Captain. As the Skull’s master plan kicks into motion and chaos begins to take hold of the United States, only one man stands in its way — but is he up to the task? In his first major trial as the new Captain America, he will be rocked by a villain from his past — both as Bucky in WWII and as the Winter Soldier during the Cold War — and he’ll have to face his history just as he’s finding his feet in the present. COLLECTING: Captain America (2004) 31-48, 34 Director’s Cut

The Marvel event known as Annihilation revitalized Marvel's cosmic storytelling for a modern audience - and this Epic Collection continues the exciting events of the blockbuster crossover!Exiled and on the run, Ronan the Accuser faces the deadliest women in the galaxy — including Gamora! And as war rages across the universe, Richard Rider — the new Nova Prime — must marshal a united front against Annihilus and his lethal Annihilation Wave! Drax the Destroyer, Peter “Star-Lord” Quill, Moondragon and Phyla-Vell join the fight to guard the galaxy — but what chilling plan does Annihilus have for Galactus? Whose side is Thanos on, and what will happen when he faces down Drax? Can Ronan save the Kree Empire from Annihilus’ forces? And how can Nova’s ragtag team possibly defeat the Annihilation Wave, stop the war and save the galaxy?COLLECTING: Annihilation: Ronan (2006) 1-4, Annihilation (2006) 1-6, Annihilation: Heralds of Galactus (2007) 1-2, Annihilation: Nova Corps Files (2006)

Comic industrty legend Jim Valentino continues his fascinating look at the 31st century Marvel Universe with the original incarnation of the Guardians of the Galaxy!The original Guardians of the Galaxy land on the World of Mutants but soon wind up in the middle of a violent rebellion against Wolverine’s descendant Rancor! And to make matters worse, there’s a Dark Phoenix on the loose! Hope they survive the experience! Then it’s off to rescue Firelord, a cosmic clash with Ghost Rider and the debut of the mysterious Prot g —culminating in an epic battle with the Punisher of the 31st century. Wait, did we say Punisher? More like Punishers — a whole army of them! Plus: The Guardians track the cosmic power of Korvac through time and space — along the way encountering the Fantastic Four, the Silver Surfer and the future Thor! And a major turning point in the life of Vance Astrovik! Who is Major Victory? COLLECTING: Guardians of the Galaxy (1990) 7-20, Guardians of the Galaxy Annual (1991) 1; material from Fantastic Four Annual (1963) 24, Thor Annual (1966) 16, Silver Surfer Annual (1988) 4

The shocking dystopian future of the Age of Apocalypse reaches its explosive climax!Reality may have been altered, but that doesn’t mean it can’t be fixed! But will the desperate gambles of what’s left of this world’s X-Men bear fruit? Gambit recovers the one artifact that might end Apocalypse’s reign before it began, while Weapon X obtains the means to destroy his kingdom —but Generation Next pays the ultimate price rescuing Illyana Rasputin! Learn who lives and who dies in either reality as the apocalyptic arc ends in treachery and tragedy! COLLECTING: Weapon X (1995) 3-4, Generation Next (1995) 3-4, Gambit and the X-Ternals (1995) 3-4, Astonishing X-Men (1995) 4, X-Man 4, X-Calibre (1995) 4, Factor X (1995) 4, Amazing X-Men (1995) 4, X-Universe (1995) 2, X-Men Omega (1995), Age of Apocalypse: The Chosen (1995)

Jonathan Hickman’s smash-hit reimagination of Spider-Man continues!The Sinister Six are all hunting Spider-Man and the Green Goblin for their ringleader, Kingpin — and Kraven has seized the upper hand! But when Peter Parker and Harry Osborn are made to endure horrors at Kraven’s hands in the wilds of the Savage Land, how long before Spider-Man and the Green Goblin turn the Hunter into the hunted? And even if they can gain the upper hand, are they still prey in someone else’s game? As the dust settles from his ordeal, Peter takes MJ and the kids on a family vacation — but he didn’t count on the Sandman! Plus: Mysterio’s secret origin is revealed — and the Sinister Six go to war with each other, with not just one Spider-Man caught in the middle!COLLECTING: Ultimate Spider-Man (2024) 13-18

The legendary creative team of writer Jeph Loeb and artist Tim Sale share a groundbreaking and uniquely colorful perspective on the origin of the Incredible Hulk!Before the world knew Bruce Banner was the Hulk. Before Bruce confessed his love to Betty Ross. Before the Hulk was green — there was HULK: GRAY. The explosion of the Gamma Bomb tore Banner’s life apart, unleashing the strongest creature on Earth: the Incredible Hulk! But no matter how powerful he became, his heart still could be shattered by Betty Ross — the daughter of his greatest enemy, General "Thunderbolt" Ross. The Eisner Award-winning team of Jeph Loeb and Tim Sale offers their ever-insightful look into the foundation of Marvel Comics’ most popular heroes, unraveling the Hulk’s origin — and uncovering a secret that will change the way we look at Bruce Banner forever!COLLECTING: Hulk: Gray (2003) 1-6

Marvel's tech-powered time-traveling X-Man Cable finds himself in his most harrowing challenge yet!He’s been a soldier. An X-Man. A protector of the timestream. But even from his earliest days, the mutant known as Cable has been living on borrowed time, waging a lonely war against the ravages of the Techno-Organic virus. Yet when a high-stakes mission in the future goes catastrophically awry, Cable is left stranded in the dystopian city of Salvation Bay — and caught in the midst of a civil war that will change his life forever! Because Cable is no longer alone: He’s fighting to protect an entire city infected with the same disease as him. And as he battles side by side with Resistance leader Avery Ryder, Cable’s new cause will become personal in ways not even he could expect. With their own mortality staring them in the face, can these star-crossed soldiers survive against the mutated horrors of the Prime Conclave?COLLECTING: Cable: Love and Chrome (2025) 1-5

One of the most pivotal eras of Spider-Man storytelling begins here, as revered Spider-Man writer Dan Slott commences his years-long tenure on the wall-crawler!Peter Parker has finally hit the Big Time. He’s a full-fledged Avenger, he just landed a high-paying science job and he has an amazing new girlfriend. But big-time living means big-time pressure! When the Hobgoblin returns, Spidey will need a slick new edge to defeat him. And when the Scorpion targets J. Jonah Jameson and his loved ones, Spider-Man must grapple with matters of life and death in a moving and compelling tale. Then Spidey is asked to join the FF, adding even greater responsibilities to his already overfull plate. Will all his new commitments prove too much to handle? Plus: A new and strangely familiar Venom makes his debut!Amazing Spider-Man 648 (A story), 649-662, 654.1

A great jumping-on point for new readers eager to learn about the Ultimate Universe’s mightiest heroes!Following recent explosive events and the loss of a teammate, the Ultimates regroup in their secret HQ and launch their bold new plan to change the world! But are they ready to meet the galactic travelers from a far-flung, Maker-free future known as the Guardians of the Galaxy? America Chavez is caught right in the middle, but where will her loyalties lie? Then it’s time to meet Ultimate Luke Cage, who has been quietly sabotaging the Maker’s Council from behind bars! And when Captain America and the Human Torch lead a team to recruit their old comrade Namor, they’ll have to get through the Red Skull Gang first! But when the time comes to remove Loki from his seat of power in Asgard, Thor, Sif and She-Hulk journey into mystery for blood, glory and rebellion — but discover a surprising new ally!COLLECTING: Ultimates (2024) 7-12, Ultimate Universe: One Year In (2024) 1

X-Man Rogue has long been one of the team's most popular members, and this long-demanded era of the character's history will at last be told - as she journeys into the Savage Land with Magneto!The X-Man called Rogue has always been a survivor — but without her mutant powers, she’ll need to prove it like never before! As the Savage Land turns toward war, Rogue will need all her skills to survive dinosaurs, mutates and the Master of Magnetism himself! But as Rogue races to rescue Ka-Zar and discover what’s happening to the Savage Land, can she outrun her past — or is this ancient world her perdition? And can she keep the peace between Ka-Zar and Magneto long enough to uncover who is threatening the Savage Land?COLLECTING: Rogue: The Savage Land (2025) 1-5

Acclaimed writer Chip Zdarsky takes on Marvel's strangest star, Howard the Duck, in a hilarious satirical look at the wackiness of comics!Howard the Duck returns courtesy of the sensational creative team of Chip Zdarsky and Joe Quinones — they’re the duckiest! The furious fowl is taking on weird cases as the Marvel Universe’s newest and most feathery private investigator, and his new job will take him everywhere from the Savage Land to across the cosmos! Howie shares offbeat adventures with Rocket Raccoon, Squirrel Girl, Gwenpool, She-Hulk and more — but his strangest case of all may just be the disappearance of Hollywood’s Lea Thompson! Plus: What’s a duck to do when the Ten Realms go to waugh...sorry, war?COLLECTING: Howard The Duck (2015A) 1-5, Howard The Duck (2015B) 1-11, The Unbeatable Squirrel Girl (2015B) 6, War of the Realms: War Scrolls (2019) 1 (Howard the Duck story), Howard the Duck (2023) 1