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NYCC 2026: Get a look at Star Wars | Marvel: Hope Assembles

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Announced earlier this year, Marvel Comics and Lucasfilm Publishing are bringing two legendary universes together for the first time in Star Wars | Marvel: Hope Assembles, a historic five-issue limited series launching January 2027. Written by Kevin Smith and drawn by David Marquez, the series unites the heroes and villains of the Marvel’s Universe with the galaxy far, far away in an unprecedented pop culture collision.

The anticipated series took the spotlight at New York Comic Con as Marvel Comics revealed new covers and artwork at the Marvel Comics: House of Ideas Panel, with Kevin Smith making a surprise appearance onstage to share more about the project.

Among the reveals was a breathtaking cover by the legendary Alex Ross spotlighting a team-up for the ages: Luke Skywalker and Spider-Man. Star Wars | Marvel: Hope Assembles will feature ongoing variant cover programs, with recurring themes across Covers A-F to bring greater clarity and consistency to the cover collecting experience. Additional variants may also be available beyond the ongoing programs.

The themes for A-F Covers are:

  • A – MAIN COVER – The main series connecting covers by series artist David Marquez.
  • B – ALLIANCE VARIANT – Marvel heroes and villains join forces with their Star Wars counterparts in action-packed pairings.
  • C – BATTLE VARIANT – Marvel and Star Wars collide in impossible one-on-one showdowns.
  • D – A NEW HOPE VARIANT – Iconic moments from Star Wars: A New Hope are re-created with Marvel characters.
  • E – CROSSOVER VARIANT – Characters wield the legendary weapons, costumes and symbols of the other franchise.
  • F – RETRO VARIANT – New artwork channeling the unmistakable look of Marvel’s original Star Wars comic book run.
  • G – MARVEL HOMAGE – Legendary Marvel covers are re-created with characters from both universes.

The first issue features covers by David Marquez, Alex Ross, Kaare Andrews, Cory Smith, Rafael Albuquerque, Dan Jurgens, Matteo Lolli, and more.

For decades, Star Wars and Marvel have shared a unique history. Marvel published its first Star Wars comic in 1977—the same year Star Wars: A New Hope transformed pop culture forever. Now, 50 years later, that relationship takes its biggest leap yet as they collide on the page for the first time.

The Galaxy Far, Far Away comes to the World Outside Your Window!

Following a reality-shattering spell, Marvel’s heroes witness the events of A New Hope unfold before their very eyes—setting the stage for an encounter between characters from both universes that fans have dreamt about for decades.

Check out the new artwork and preorder Star Wars | Marvel: Hope Assembles at your local comic shop today. It arrives on shelves January 13, 2027.

  • A vibrant comic cover featuring Spider-Man swinging above Luke Skywalker, who is holding a lightsaber, with a colorful, cosmic background. The text 'STAR WARS | MARVEL HOPE ASSEMBLES' is displayed prominently at the top.
  • A comic cover featuring characters from Star Wars and Marvel, including Darth Vader, Luke Skywalker, Princess Leia, Spider-Man, Doctor Doom, and others. The title 'Hope Assembles' is prominently displayed at the top.
  • Comic cover featuring Spider-Man, characters from Star Wars, and Marvel heroes, with the title 'Star Wars | Marvel Hope Assembles' and dynamic action elements.
  • A dynamic comic book scene featuring Marvel superheroes, including Captain America and Spider-Man, engaged in battle. In the background, a Star Wars starship hovers while green laser beams are fired above a cityscape filled with explosions and chaos.

NYCC 2026: The Clock Strikes Midnight with Terrifying new Midnight Universe Reveals

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This past week, the clock struck Midnight. Across the globe at local comic shops, fans entered the Midnight Universe, Marvel Comics’ bold new publishing line that reimagines its most iconic characters through a terrifying new lens.

The launch has been an incredible success, with over a million copies ordered collectively. The excitement continued today at New York Comic Con during Marvel Comics: The Midnight Hour, a special panel featuring writers Jonathan Hickman, Phillip Kennedy Johnson, and Benjamin Percy, alongside Executive Editor Dan Buckley, Editor Jordan D. White, Assistant Editor Kaeden McGahey, and Editor-in-Chief Stephen Wacker. The superstar team shared new details about what’s coming next and debuted never-before-seen artwork, including the covers for all three #4 issues, arriving in January

While the main covers remain cloaked in mystery, readers can look forward to meeting more Midnight incarnations of their favorite characters from A-List mutants to iconic Spidey supervillains as the Midnight Universe’s continues to expand.

MIDNIGHT SPIDER-MAN #4

Written by PHILLIP KENNEDY JOHNSON
Art by SCIETRONC
Cover A by STEVE BEACH
On Sale 1/13

As New York City hides behind locked doors from the mysterious horror they call Spider-Man, an outcast cop is burning every bridge to find the truth behind the “Parker Incident.” Meanwhile, the devil’s hands have been busy…and the world’s second synthetic mutant is born…

Cover art for Midnight Spider-Man Issue 4 featuring a character in a red outfit and goggles, with webbing in the background.

MIDNIGHT FANTASTIC FOUR #4

Written by BENJAMIN PERCY
Art by MARCELO FERREIRA
Cover A by KEV WALKER
On Sale 1/20

The Four return from the monolith in the Jornado del Muerto desert with no memory or record of their experience. Their minds and bodies are behaving strangely, which might have something to do with a cosmic artifact they encountered…

Cover of Midnight Fantastic Four #4, featuring distressed characters in a dark and colorful comic book style, with title and author details.

MIDNIGHT X-MEN #4

Written by JONATHAN HICKMAN
Art by MATTEO BUFFAGNI
Cover A by DIKE RUAN
On Sale 1/27

Two sets of letters go out. All sides are summoned. Two threats are made by both man and mutant. The one-eyed ronin finds a clue that will unravel long-laid plans. And a half-healed wound is hidden by shadow.

Cover of 'Midnight X-Men' issue 4 featuring a stylized hand holding a sealed letter with a red wax seal, against a dark background.

Midnight X-Men #1 teases Hickman’s Signature Worldbuilding

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The clock strikes midnight, and it’s the dark dawn of a new era. The shadows of New York City are stalked by vampires and the mutant empyres. The sword of Damocles hangs over the peace between these two species and the factions within them. An outright war is brewing and the unturned will be caught in the crossfire. Midnight X-Men #1 is an interesting start that teases an expansive thought out world taking the best from modern vampire properties.

Story: Jonathan Hickman
Art: Matteo Della Fonte
Color: Arthur Hesli
Letters: Cory Petit

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Midnight Spider-Man #1 Gives Us Horror Commentary on the State of Technology

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A young man is transformed into a hideous spider hybrid by the ruthless Oscorp Corporation in their pursuit for eternal life. When Oscorp begins to use the secrets unlocked by his mutation to create more human-animal hybrids, he must embrace his grotesque new form to fight back. Midnight Spider-Man #1 is a solid start that delivers a new spin and weaves an interesting web for the origin of the classic character.

Story: Phillip Kennedy Johnson
Art: Scietronc
Color: Neeraj Menon
Letters: Joe Caramagna

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Midnight Fantastic Four #1 Begins a Dark Horror Sci-fi Journey

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An obsessive scientist delves into the secrets of the universe perhaps best left unknown to humankind, leaving himself and three others warped in strange and horrifying ways. What horrible secrets lie in the new dimensions they have discovered? And can humanity survive the discovery? Midnight Fantastic Four #1 helps kick off the launch of the “Midnight Universe” and delivers a familiar but interesting concept and direction.

Story: Benjamin Percy
Art: Kev Walker
Color: Frank D’Armata
Letters: Joe Sabino

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NYCC 2026: It’s the “End of Days” for Magneto, coming February from Brian Michael Bendis and Andrea Sorrentino

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Super Villain. Hero. Leader. Terrorist. Survivor. Throughout his more than 60-year publication history, Magneto has played many roles. This February, superstar creators Brian Michael Bendis and Andrea Sorrentino reunite alongside acclaimed colorist Dave Stewart to pull the Master of Magnetism’s entire life into focus in Magneto: End of Days, an eight-issue prestige comic series.

Announced at the Marvel Comics: House of Ideas Panel at New York Comic Con, the all-new series delivers a lavishly illustrated saga that examines the life of one of the most enduring and complex characters in all of comics, with his expansive story told from a fresh illuminating perspective. Moving through landmark moments from Magneto’s past, present, and future, each issue unfolds from a different point in his life, creating a sweeping portrait of a character who defines the power of Marvel storytelling.

From the near future where the choices Magneto made play out in very surprising ways to new insights into the pivotal eras of his past, Magneto: End of Days is a revelatory look at an explosive life of conviction and contradiction that shaped the X-Men and the entire Marvel Universe, with guest stars galore! 

With Magneto featured in the blockbuster Avengers: Doomsday film this December, this series gives new and old readers a chance to dive into the character’s powerful legacy. Featuring covers by Andrea Sorrentino, Alex Maleev, Jerome Opena, Netho Diaz, and more. Check out covers and interior artwork and stay tuned for more about the series in the months ahead.

  • Comic book cover featuring Magneto with a striking red and black color scheme, displaying a skull-like face and intense expression, titled 'Magneto: End of Days'.
  • Cover art for 'Magneto: End of Days' featuring a close-up of Magneto with a fierce expression, wearing his signature helmet, and extending his hand surrounded by energy effects against a gradient purple and blue background.
  • Comic book cover featuring Magneto from Marvel, depicted in a dynamic pose with a chain, surrounded by debris including trucks and aircraft.
  • Comic book cover featuring Magneto from Marvel's 'End of Days', showcasing him in a powerful pose with his hand outstretched, surrounded by cosmic elements.
  • A comic book page featuring a character sitting on a chair, reading a book in an urban setting, with several panels showing various expressions and scenes including people, birds, and abstract images.
  • A powerful comic book illustration of Magneto surrounded by swirling red energy beams, with a dark background, showcasing his intense focus and control over magnetic forces.

Mini Reviews: Sabrina the Teenage #1, Midnight X-Men #1, Tales of Wonder #2, Concrete: Stars Over Sand #4, Dinner Date #1

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Sabrina the Teenage Witch #1

Sometimes, the staff at Graphic Policy read more comics than we’re able to get reviewed. When that happens you’ll see a weekly feature compiling reviews of the comics, or graphic novels, we just didn’t get a chance to write a full one for.

These are Graphic Policy’s Mini Reviews and Recommendations.

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Sabrina the Teenage Witch #1 (Oni Press) – Corinna Bechko and Kano’s Sabrina the Teenage Witch #1 seamlessly mixes teen drama and horror with a pop of color. Kano’s cartooning is agile, especially when Sabrina is freaking out about her powers and new imp-ish energy. Also, Bechko sets up a magic system for the series, but doesn’t forget the part. As an added bonus, cartoonist extraordinaire Nick Cagnetti illustrates a four page backup about the witch/familiar relationship. This new Sabrina series hits right in the middle between the supermarket digests and Chilling Adventures, which is perfect for an ongoing series. Overall: 8.1 Verdict: Buy

Midnight X-Men #1 (Marvel) – Vampires and X-Men are two of my favorite things so Midnight X-Men #1 was an easy sell to me. And it lives up to the hype as Jonathan Hickman, Matteo Della Fonte, and Arthur Helsi build a vicious, theocratic world with the faintest sliver of heroism. One thing I’ve enjoyed about Hickman’s writing over the years is that he has mastered the build up to an “Oh shit” water cooler moment in key issues of his runs. He pulls another one off in Midnight X-Men #1, and Della Fonte’s design add even more gravity to the sequence. And this is in addition to Stryker and Nightcrawler’s religious debates, some weird science, and one hell of a romance. As a former X-Men fan fic reader, I love a doomed ship, and Jonathan Hickman basically centers the hook of this new comic around one. Overall: 8.5 Verdict: Buy

Tales of Wonder #2 (Image) – This book is worth reading just for the nine panel grid of sequence of thinly veiled Stan Lee and Jack Kirby analogues beating the crap out of each other. But for all the meta-ness in Steve Skroce’s script, this is mostly big, loud superheroics drawn in loving detail and flashily colored by Ian Herring. Sometimes you want to pontificate on how Lee was an asshole, but sometimes you want to see a jacked patriot, bear, sexy witch, and vomiting fly thing kick butt. Overall: 7.9 Verdict: Buy

Concrete: Stars Over Sand #4 (Dark Horse) – Paul Chadwick showcases his range as a cartoonist in Concrete #4 offering visceral thrills and reflective moments. Maureen escaping from the broken helicopter is an action film in miniature and is pure adrenaline while Larry tries to break through to a semi-amnesiac Concrete. The issue predominantly focuses on Concrete’s cognitive state after he was struck by lightning, and the unvarnished truth is that it’s not good. There’s a mournfulness to Chadwick’s writing that matches his hero’s confusion. But there are sparks of light and humor like when Concrete joke about, well, concrete lands at his keynote speech at a concrete conference. Overall: 8.6 Verdict: Buy

Dinner Date #1 (Ignition) – Vampires, online dating, the gig economy, and the “good for her” subgenre all collide in Dinner Date #1. Joanna Starer crafts two whip-smart, yet messy and likable protagonists in Izzy and Syd while Khary Randolph and Emilio Lopez bring the immersive NYC after dark visuals. Dinner Date draws on the sad and bleak reality of being a woman in 2026, but add blood, fangs, and delicious sense of humor. I enjoy how Starer and Randolph start the story as a straight up sapphic romance before giving it a genre twist. This is the kind of comic I need in spooky season. Overall: 9 Verdict: Buy

NYCC 2026: The Marvel Universe faces the Full Fury of the Infernal Hulk in Hulk War: Infernal Rage

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The strongest there is has been overtaken by an ancient evil known as the Eldest and transformed into the Infernal Hulk, the most terrifying and twisted version of the Jade Giant in Marvel Comics history. Now, he tears across the Marvel Universe, corrupting heroes and reshaping the world in his monstrous image. This February, behold his final vision as the Marvel Universe faces the full fury of Infernal Hulk in Hulk War: Infernal Rage, a five-issue event series from acclaimed Infernal Hulk creative team Phillip Kennedy Johnson and Nic Klein.

Teased over the last year, the event was officially unveiled at New York Comic Con during the Marvel Comics: House of Ideas panel, including the reveal of the main cover. Johnson spoke about how his entire run had been building towards this monumental conflict and the devastating impact Infernal Hulk’s conquest will unleash on the wider Marvel Universe.

Hulk War: Infernal Rage marks the final act of Johnson and Klein’s Infernal Saga, which began in 2023 with Incredible Hulk #1. Readers can witness the opening salvo of Infernal Hulk’s reign in a series of Infernal Hulk Vs. one-shots, which kicked off last month with Infernal Hulk Vs. Wolverine. Across the five one-shots, Infernal Hulk will assemble the Infernal Avengers, heroes twisted into grotesque, horrifying reflections of themselves, first glimpsed in Comics Giveaway Day’s Amazing Spider-Man #1000/Queen in Black #1 CGD 2026.

The war has arrived.

As the remaining heroes race to find the weapon that could turn the tide, the Infernal Hulk declares the Marvel Universe his new kingdom, spreading his corruption as a battle rages both within and beyond his twisted mind.

Check out Klein’s cover and stay tuned for more Hulk War: Infernal Rage news in the months ahead, including tie-in announcements.

Comic cover for 'Hulk War: Infernal Rage' featuring the Hulk in a dynamic pose, surrounded by various antagonists and combatants against a colorful, chaotic background.

NYCC 2026: The Immortal Soldiers Rise in the Aftermath of Avengers: Armageddon!

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Avengers: Armageddon didn’t end the war – it started one! Revealed at the Marvel Comics: House of Ideas panel at New York Comic Con, Immortal Soldiers, a new one-shot comic releasing in January 2027 from writer Chip Zdarsky and artist Christian Rosado, will spin out of the events of Avengers: Armageddon while setting the stage for a new year of stories and mysteries.

With the world no longer trusting super heroes to save them, Earth still needs saving. Who will step up to the plate and keep watch over the planet when we need it the most?

Further details for Immortal Soldiers, including the main cover by Ben Harvey, will be revealed after the release of Avengers: Armageddon #5 in comic shops later this month. Immortal Soldiers #1 arrives January 13 with a main cover by Harvey and variant covers by Mark Chiarello, ACO, and Declan Shalvey.

Comic book cover titled 'Immortal Soldiers' featuring a figure with a skull mask holding a weapon, set against a bold yellow and black background with a target design.

NYCC 2026: Marvel’s Spider Web Expands in 2027 with Spider-Punk, Spider-Man: Noir, Marvel SFX: Thwip, and more!

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The web of Spider-Man and his allies continues to expand across the Marvel Universe! New comic series for Spider-Punk and Spider-Man: Noir, a new anthology series Marvel SFX: Thwip and a teaser for an upcoming Amazing Spider-Man/Miles Morales: Spider-Man crossover were revealed to fans during the jam-packed Marvel Comics: The Spider-Web panel at New York Comic Con on Saturday.

SPIDER-PUNK’S GOING SOLO!
The Spider-Band is MISSING, and Hobie Brown’s in L.A. to unravel the mystery of what happened to his friends. But he’ll have to confront his inner demons along the way, and those of a new adversary — MZ. NEGATIVE! And if that weren’t enough, she’s teamed up with SCORPION to be the ultimate thorn in Hobie’s side. It’s more musical magic with your favorite rock ’n’ roll Spider-fam!

The new titles will start to kick off in January as readers thrill at the return of Hobie Brown aka Spider-Punk with writer Cody Ziglar and artist Justin Mason reuniting alongside cover artist Taurin Clarke. Spider-Punk #1 will introduce Mz. Negative, a new adversary for Hobie as he searches for the missing members of his band in a rock ‘n’ roll mystery adventure. The first issue features variant covers by Olivier Coipel, Jerome Opena, Simone Di Meo, and Justin Mason.

Comic book cover featuring Spider-Punk in a dynamic pose, set against a vibrant pink and yellow background with graphic elements.
An illustration of Spider-Punk, a stylized superhero in a vibrant outfit, swinging a guitar and webbing against a bright yellow background with comic-style graphics. The character showcases punk aesthetics, including a spiky hairstyle and unique footwear.

READY, SET, THWIP!
One of comics’ best innovations is the visual sound effect, and the House of Ideas is celebrating the best of all SFX with our new anthology THWIP! Some of comics’ best creators alongside luminaries from outside the field bring their Thiwpiest stories to bear!

A bold new anthology series with a focus on the iconic sound effects from Marvel Comics begins in January with Marvel SFX: Thwip #1, featuring stories by Jed MacKay, multi-Bram Stoker Award and Nebula Award winning author Stephen Graham Jones, and Rainbow Rowell with art from artists Alessandro Cappuccio, Lucas Werneck, and more. Future issues will feature creators including Eric Zawadski, Simone Di Meo, and many more, with additional Marvel SFX series to follow. The first issue features covers by Alessandro Cappullio and Mark Chiarello.

A colorful comic-style illustration featuring Spider-Man with a pink background, web patterns, and the text 'THWIP!' in bold letters.
Illustration of Spider-Man in a dynamic pose, surrounded by webbing and emitting a glowing light, with the text 'THWIP!' and 'MARVEL SFX' prominently displayed.

VENOM JOINS THE NOIR UNIVERSE!
Just as life seems to be going Peter Parker’s way, a new foe threatens to engulf him in total darkness—literally! As he untangles the mystery of what happened to his new girlfriend’s ex-boyfriend (it’s fine, we’re fine, everything’s FINE), Peter will have to choose between the allure of infinite power or catching a murderer…and his choice may cost him everything.

In February, an all-new Spider-Man: Noir series from writer Alex Segura and artist Farid Karami, finds Peter Parker caught up in an investigation involving a mysterious underworld artefact, his new girlfriend’s ex, and…VENOM NOIR?! Spider-Man: Noir #1 features a main cover by Stephen Mooney.

A shadowy figure in a trench coat and hat stands on a dark street, illuminated by a full moon, with large 'NOIR' lettering on the walls around him.

Teased at the end of the panel with a stunning promotional image by artist Ryan Stegman, the “Crisis of Faith” crossover slated for 2027 from Miles Morales: Spider-Man writer Bryan Hill and Amazing Spider-Man writer Joe Kelly is set to drastically alter the trust and relationship between the two Spider-Men and their allies, with more details to be revealed in the months ahead.

A dynamic comic book cover featuring Spider-Man and Miles Morales in action poses, amidst a backdrop of shattered glass and bright city lights. The title 'Crisis of Faith' is prominently displayed at the bottom, with a release date of April 2027.

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