One of the most common questions I get on this site is “where is a good place to start reading Marvel?” With the publisher slowly winding up Civil War II event at the moment Marvel are looking at creating new places to start reading their comics. To save some confusion I’ve collated 22 comics that are great places to start reading Marvel in November 2016.
This month we see a slew of new series as well as jumping on points for comics that have been running.
I’ve also added the solicitation text, creator credits, covers and other things to help you take the dive into Marvel comics.
All of these will be available at any good comic book store, Comixology or the Marvel Comics App.
New Series
Inhumans Vs X-Men #0
Written by Charles Soule. Art by Kenneth Rocafort.
Solicitation Text:
This issue sets the stage for the upcoming Inhumans vs. X-Men mega-event! Learn who the major players will be, plus the seeds of the incredible plan that will unfold in IVX #1. Beast and Iso travel the world to learn a desperate truth, the X-Men assemble their ranks and the Inhumans prepare for the war to come. It all begins with one choice — see it here.
Pages: 40
Rating: T+
Price: $4.99
Inhumans Vs X-Men #0 is available from November 30th.
Avengers
Written by Mark Waid. Art by Mike Del Mundo.
Solicitation Text:
The time has come! Their ranks shattered by Civil War, their spirits weighted down by
a toll both personal and spiritual, Earth’s Mightiest Heroes must find the resolve to stand united one final time against their greatest foe! Captain America! Thor! The Vision! The Wasp! Spider-Man! Hercules! When the dust settles, not a one of these valiant heroes will make it to the final page alive! This is KANG WAR ONE!
Pages: 48
Rating: T+
Price: $4.99
Avengers #1 is available from November 2nd.
Invincible Iron Man
Written by Brian Michael Bendis. Art by Stefano Caselli.
Solicitation Text:
From the violent streets of Chicago, a new armored hero rises! Clad in her very own Iron Man armor, Riri Williams is ready to show the Marvel Universe what she can do as the self-made hero of tomorrow. But is she ready for all the problems that come with stepping into Iron Man’s jet boots? Where’s a genius billionaire playboy philanthropist when you need one?
Pages: 32
Rating: T+
Price: $3.99
Invincible Iron Man #1 available from November 9th.
The Unworthy Thor #1 (of 5)
Written by Jason Aaron. Art by Olivier Coipel.
Solicitation Text:
Odinson’s desperate search to regain his worthiness has taken him out into the cosmos, where he’s learned of the existence of a mysterious other Mjolnir. This weapon of unimaginable power, a relic from a dead universe, is the key to Odinson’s redemption — but some of the greatest villains of the Marvel Universe are now anxious to get their hands on it as well. Can The Odinson reclaim his honor, or will the power of thunder be wielded for evil? The quest for the hammer begins here.
Pages: 32
Rating: T+
Price: $3.99
The Unworthy Thor #1 (of 5) is available from November 2nd.
Thanos
Written by Jeff Lemire. Art by Mike Deodato.
Solicitation Text:
EVIL HAS BEEN UNLEASHED ON THE UNIVERSE.
Thanos, possibly the most evil individual in the Marvel Universe, is back…and he’s out for vengeance on all who would oppose him. Unfortunately for the Mad Titan, he’s also heading for an unexpected reckoning…with his family. Take an ongoing walk on the dark side of the galaxy, following the deadly trail of destruction left in the wake of…THANOS!
Pages: 32
Rating: Parental Advirosory
Price: $3.99
Thanos #1 is available from November 16th.
Black Panther: World Of Wakanda
Written by Ta-Nehisi Coates, Roxane Gay & Yona Harvey. Art by Alitha E. Martinez & Afua Richardson.
Solicitation Text:
“YOU DESERVED SO MUCH MORE, LITTLE FLOWER. YOU DESERVED A WAKANDA THAT CHERISHED YOU.”
Writer ROXANE GAY (Bad Feminst, Hunger) spins a Wakandan love story — its tenderness matched only by its brutality. You know them now as The Midnight Angels, but in this story they are just Ayo and Aneka, young women recruited to become Dora Milaje, an elite task force trained to protect the crown at all costs. What happens when your nation needs your hearts and minds, but you already gave them to each other? Illustrated by industry veteran ALITHA E. MARTINEZ (Iron Man, Black Panther).
And in a special backup story, acclaimed poet YONA HARVEY (Hemming the Water) explores the true origins of The People’s mysterious leader Zenzi. Black Panther thinks he knows who Zenzi is and how she got her powers, but he only knows part of the story… Illustrated by rising star AFUA RICHARDSON (Genius).
Pages: 40
Rating: T
Price: $4.99
Black Panther: World of Wakanda #1 is available from November 9th.
Avengers #1.1
Written by Mark Waid. Art by Barry Kitson.
Solicitation Text:
The Old Order Changeth – more than you ever suspected! For the first time ever, learn what really happened all those years ago when the founding Avengers turned their membership over to a set of new recruits. The recently thawed Captain America is joined by three reformed super villains – Hawkeye, Quicksilver and the Scarlet Witch – and a new group of Earth’s Mightiest Heroes takes shape – in a story that has direct ramifications for the Avengers of today!
Pages: 32
Rating: T+
Price: $3.99
Avengers #1.1 is available from November 9th.
Occupy Avengers
Written by David F. Walker. Art by Carlos Pacheco.
Solicitation Text:
Super heroes – they’re a privileged class. Doing what they want, when they want and suffering no consequences. They have no regard for the ordinary people who are left behind to suffer in their wake. Who will stand up for the little guy? There is a man. If you can find him, and if he believes in your story, he and his friends will put things right. Some call them outlaws, rebels, Robin Hoods. To others, they are heroes. No powers to speak of – just skills, smarts and a burning drive to do the right thing. His name is Hawkeye. Occupy Avengers: It’s time to “Take Back Justice”!
Pages: 32
Rating: T+
Price: $3.99
Occupy Avengers is available from November 2nd.
Ultimates 2
Written by Al Ewing. Art by Travel Foreman.
Solicitation Text:
Who – or what – is the Cosmic Jailer? What being is powerful enough to chain Eternity itself? That is the mystery Galactus must solve – before it’s too late. Ultimate problems require ultimate solutions, and Galactus will call on those who helped cure his insatiable hunger. Captain Marvel, Black Panther, Blue Marvel, Spectrum and Ms. America! Together they are the Ultimates, protectors of the Omniverse. But now they are something more – the newest heralds of Galactus, the Lifebringer!
Pages: 32
Rating: T+
Price: $3.99
Ultimates 2 is available from November 23rd.
Amazing Spider-Man: Renew Your Vows
Written by Gerry Conway. Art by Ryan Stegman.
Solicitation Text:
The Parker family is web-slinging and wall-crawling their way into your hearts and into comic shops later this year! Life is good for Peter Parker and Mary Jane; their daughter Annie is their pride and joy, they’re both working and (barely) making ends meet, they’re keeping the streets of New York City safe from super villains…you know, normal family stuff. Oh, did we mention MJ and Annie have Spider-Powers –– just like Peter?! Being Spider-Man just became a family affair…
Pages: 32
Rating: T
Price: $3.99
Amazing Spider-Man: Renew Your Vows #1 is available from November 9th.
Venom
Written by Mike Costa. Art by Gerardo Sandoval.
Solicitation Text:
Venom is back and badder than ever!
The symbiote you know and love has returned to New York City. No more “Agent of the Cosmos.” No more “Lethal Protector.” It’s time for a new Venom, and it’s great to be bad.
Pages: 32
Rating: T+
Price: $3.99
Venom #1 is available from November 23rd.
Ghost Rider
Written by Felipe Smith. Art by Danilo Beyruth & Tradd Moore.
Solicitation Text:
ROBBIE REYES IS BACK!
It’s hell on wheels as the Spirit of Vengeance makes his roaring return! A mysterious object from space crash-lands in southern California, drawing some of the brightest minds in the Marvel Universe to Ghost Rider’s backyard – including Amadeus Cho, the Totally Awesome Hulk! What mayhem will be unleashed as the High-octane Hothead comes face-to-face with the Jade Genius? And with Robbie still possessed by the ghost of his evil uncle Eli…who’s really in the driver’s seat? Then, meet the newest speed trap in Ghost Rider’s life as his original creators Felipe Smith and Tradd Moore reunite for a special backup story and the debut of an all-new villain. Strap in and start your engines, True Believer, this one’s gonna be a scorcher!
Pages: 40
Rating: T
Price: $4.99
Ghost Rider #1 is available from November 30th.
Foolkiller
Written by Max Bemis. Art by Dalibor Talajic.
Solicitation Text:
Greg Salinger was just your typical merc for hire – FOOLKILLER – killing those that he deemed to be “foolish.” And for money. But that life is behind him now. Today, he’s a psychiatrist, trying to help others. But now S.H.I.E.L.D. wants him to try to rehabilitate super villains. The catch? If these “patients” don’t make enough progress, they’re dead!
Pages: 32
Rating: Parental Advisory
Price: $3.99
Foolkiller #1 is available from November 2nd.
Existing Series
The Punisher #7
Written by Becky Cloonan. Art by Steve Dillon.
Solicitation Text:
“INTO THE WILD” STARTS NOW!
You can’t keep Frank Castle buried for long. The Punisher’s mission to bring down a super-powered drug ring reaches new heights. As his quest sends him deep into the woods of the Northeast, it’s time for the Punisher to go off road. But as he gets deeper into the wilderness, has the predator finally become the prey? Plus, Agent Ortiz chased Frank into hell and came out the other side. Now she’s out for revenge…
Pages: 32
Rating: Parental Advisory
Price: $3.99
The Punisher #7 is available from November 23rd.
Thunderbolts #7
Written by Jim Zub. Art by Sean Izaakse.
Solicitation Text:
“CAUGHT RED-HANDED” STARTS NOW!
Operate in the shadows long enough, someone is going to shine a light on you. Bucky didn’t think that person would be his best friend, Steve Rogers. Captured and separated from his team, Bucky is on his own. Where do his loyalties lie? Steve wants to know. Only Steve has secrets of his own. Plus, an original Thunderbolt returns! How will Songbird react to the reunion of her former team?
Pages: 32
Rating: T+
Price: $3.99
Thunderbolts #7 is available from November 30th.
Spider-Woman #13
Written by Dennis Hopeless. Art by Veronica Fish.
Solicitation Text:
“Scare Tactics” STARTS NOW!
Jessica Drew has tangled with some of the worst and toughest criminals the Marvel Universe has to offer, and she’s done it while learning to be a mom, to boot. But even motherhood couldn’t have prepared her for her toughest challenge yet – against THE HOBGOBLIN! And just who’s under that mask?!
Pages: 32
Rating: T+
Price: $3.99
Spider-Woman #13 is available from November 2nd.
Moon Girl And Devil Dinosaur #13
Written by Amy Reeder & Brandon Montclare. Art by Natacha Bustos.
Solicitation Text:
“THE SMARTEST THERE IS” STARTS NOW!
Her brain is the only super-power she’ll ever need! Reed Richards, Victor Von Doom, T’Challa, Amadeus Cho…the greatest minds in the Marvel Universe all have one thing in common: They’re not smarter than a 4th grader! That’s right, the rumors are true – Lunella Lafayette is the SMARTEST PERSON ON EARTH. It’s time to put her unrivaled intellect to the ultimate test. Thankfully her best friend, Devil Dinosaur, is thirty feet of mutated prehistoric muscle making for the prefect combination of brains AND brawns! And they’re going to need it to stand up to some of the worst villains the Marvel Universe has to offer!
Pages: 32
Rating: T
Price: $3.99
Moon Girl And Devil Dinosaur #13 is available from November 23rd.
Squadron Supreme #13
Written by James Robinson. Art by Leonard Kirk.
Solicitation Text:
“NAMOR HAS RISEN” STARTS NOW!
The Squadron stands fractured and splintered. Blur and Thundra are in custody, awaiting rescue that may never come. Hyperion and Doctor Spectrum are lost in the time stream. They have the power to change things — to fix them. They have the power to resurrect Namor. Will they? Plus — Nighthawk declares war on S.H.I.E.L.D.?! Things are not looking great for the Squadron Supreme…
Pages: 32
Rating: T+
Price: $3.99
Squadron Supreme #13 is available from November 16th.
Power Man And Iron Fist #10
Written by David F. Walker. Art by Sanford Greene.
Solicitation Text:
“HARLEM BURNS” STARTS NOW!
The battle for Harlem begins here! As Luke and Danny struggle to pick up the pieces of Civil War II, the ultimate turf war erupts right under their noses! Tombstone, Mr. Fish, Piranha, Cottonmouth, Black Cat, and a mysterious new player are all vying for a piece of the pie – and the citizens of New York are caught in the crossfire! Can Power Man and Iron Fist help former prisoners and protect the innocent all at the same time?
Pages: 32
Rating: T+
Price: $3.99
Power Man And Iron Fist #10 is available from November 9th.
Captain America: Steve Rogers #7
Written by Nick Spencer. Art by Jesús Saiz.
Solicitation Text:
“Hail Hydra” STARTS NOW!
The Red Skull marches across Europe, and S.H.I.E.L.D. comes apart at the seams! Steve opens a door – and the secret behind it will shake the Marvel Universe to its core…
Pages: 32
Rating: T+
Price: $3.99
Captain America: Steve Rogers #7 is available from November 9th.
Old Man Logan #14
Written by Jeff Lemire. Art by Filipe Andrade.
Solicitation Text:
JUBILEE IS MISSING! ALL-NEW ARC “MONSTER WAR” STARTS HERE!
LOGAN will have to team up with the supernatural HOWLING COMMANDOS to unravel the mystery of why Jubilee has disappeared…but is he prepared for what this investigation will uncover? Follow the old man to ROMANIA and find out!
Pages: 32
Rating: Parental Advisory
Price: $3.99
Old Man Logan #14 is available from November 30th.
Star Wars: Poe Dameron #8
Written by Charles Soule. Art by Phil Noto.
Solicitation Text:
New Story Arc Starts Here!
• Agent Terex has sworn vengeance against Poe Dameron!
• But how does he always seem to know what Black Squadron is doing?
• Could there truly be a traitor in their midst?
Pages: 32
Rating: T
Price: $3.99
Star Wars: Poe Dameron #8 is available November 9th.
Want Even More Jumping On Points?
If this is not enough comics for you then don’t forget to check out the DC Comics equivalent of this list, as well as last month’s Marvel list too.
Which Of These Comics Will You Be Reading?
Which of these new Marvel comics will you be jumping into this month? Let me know in the comments below or via our Facebook or Twitter.
Spider-Woman was the best issue ever. 10/10 highly recommend.