Comics Chronology: The X-Men go to war with the Brood, are introduced to the New Mutants, take Rogue as a member, ally with Magneto in the Secret Wars & more!
War & Pieces (1992) Reading Order
Crossover: The Hulk and X-Factor fight on opposing sides in a war in the Middle-East
Marvel Universe, 2004 Reading Order: Disassembled & Reloaded
Comics Chronology: The X-Men reload, the Avengers disassemble, Spider-Man goes through major changes, Wolverine goes on a killing spree, Captain America faces the Winter Soldier & more!
Top Ten Most-Wanted Marvel Omnibus: 2025 Edition
Podcast & Video: The stories and runs we'd like to see in chunky collections from Marvel Comics
Silver Surfer Reading Order, 1966-1989: Herald No More
Comics Chronology: The Herald of Galactus is stranded on Earth for his betrayal, but no world can hold him forever!
Doom 2099 Reading Order, 1992-1997: The Future is Doomed, Earth-928
Chronology: In a future ruled by sinister corporations, Doom may actually be the closest thing to a hero the world has!
What to read before… SECRET WARS (1984-1985)
Background Reading: The stories to pick up before the original SECRET WARS event - from the essential to the optional
Hulk Family Reading Order, 2008-2010: Green Hulks vs Red Hulks
Character Chronology: The Gamma-Fam explodes when the Red Hulk, She-Hulk, Skaar and a new, savage She-Hulk join the cast
March on Ultimatum (2006-2008) Reading Order
Related Events / Crossover: Magneto takes on the Ultimates and the origins of the Ultimate Universe are revealed!
The Superman Legacy Trailer Gets the Spotlight in The Comic Book Speakeasy
Podcast & Video: We discuss that Superman trailer and share some of our favourite old reads from 2024
World War Hulk (2007-2008) Reading Order
Major Event: The Hulk returns to Earth, looking to have his revenge on the Illuminati and anyone who tries to protect them!
Hulk Family Reading Order, 2005-2007: Warbound
Character Chronology: She-Hulk investigates the disappearance of the Hulk, but he soon returns from exile looking for revenge
One Nation Under Doom (1995-1996) Reading Order
Major Event: Doctor Doom rules the future! The world of 2099's last hope lies in Doom...
Universal Heroes (2005-2006) Reading Order
Crossover: The dwindling power of Captain Universe finds hosts in the Hulk, X-23, Daredevil and others
Secret Wars II (1985-1986) Reading Order
Major Event: The Beyonder comes to Earth to learn about desire, but he may prove to become an unstoppable threat
Dark Son (2010-2011) Reading Order
Crossover: The Hulk’s new Gamma family face off against the last of his wayward children
World War Hulks (2010) Reading Order
Crossover: Red Hulk, Green Hulk, the She-Hulks and more take on MODOK and the Leader’s whole army of AIM’s Hulks and Hulked-Out Heroes
Fall of the Hulks (2010) Reading Order
Bruce Banner is about to learn the secret behind the conspiracy that began with the Red Hulk, but it’s about to get worse!
Agent of ARMOR (2009) Reading Order
The genetically-enhanced Thundra hailed from an alternate future where women reigned supreme and births took place in a laboratory. Despite being the champion of Earth-712, Thundra knew she wouldn't be around forever and travelled back in time to take a cell sample from the Hulk in order to spawn a worthy heir. In another diverging... Continue Reading →
INCOMING! The must-read collected editions for March ’24
We take a look at the collected editions we’re most excited for in March’s releases. From repackaged classics to all-new modern day gems, we pick our ten favourites from DC, Image, Marvel & Titan. Get ready to drain your wallets and add some incredible books to your shelves! Listen to the podcast below or on... Continue Reading →
The Comics Speakeasy: The Comic Book Q&A!
The purveyors of fine reading from the OCG gather at the Comics Speakeasy to share a drink (or three) and answer YOUR questions! That’s right! This time around, some of you kindly sent us videos featuring the questions you wanted to ask us! Eric & Dave go truly international, firing answers back to Japan, Ireland,... Continue Reading →
Son of Banner (2009-2010) Reading Order
Skaar, the son of the Hulk, recently arrived on Earth, seeking revenge against his father (during PLANET SKAAR). But the Red Hulk has sapped the Green Goliath of his gamma-spawned might, turning him back to Bruce Banner permanently (during HULK NO MORE!). Banner's convinced that the Hulk will return, so he decides to take Skaar... Continue Reading →
The Infinity Gauntlet (1991-1992) Reading Order
Major Event: Thanos wipes out half the Universe with the Infinity Gems - how do the remaining heroes defeat a foe with the power of a god?
Planet Skaar (2009) Reading Order
When the Hulk finally found happiness it was on an alien world, of all places. But fate conspired against him and an explosion in Sakaar's main city took the life of his wife and unborn child (during PLANET HULK). When he left Sakaar, seeking revenge against the Illuminati (during WORLD WAR HULK) he didn't know... Continue Reading →
Hulk No More! (2009) Reading Order
Who is the Red Hulk? And is the fixation on his identity distracting everyone from an even bigger mystery? Ben Urich and Peter Parker join the sensational She-Hulk on a mission to discover the truth. They may not get the answers they're looking for, but they will witness a drastic change in the original Hulk...... Continue Reading →
Son Of Hulk (2008-2009) Reading Order
The Illuminati sent the Hulk on a mission to space to destroy a sentient satellite, but the mission was also a trick to relocate him to an uninhabited world where he could find peace. Instead, he went off-course and landed on the savage world of Sakaar which challenged even his immense strength and invulnerability. Despite... Continue Reading →
Heartbeaten (1989) Reading Order
Crossover: Tony Stark's philandering past comes back to cripple him
Green Hulk/Red Hulk (2008) Reading Order
WORLD WAR HULK is over and Bruce Banner has been detained. But there's a new Hulk in town (or 'Rulk' as he was often referred to at the time). So who the hell is he? And what happens when the real Hulk comes back, dumber than ever? Let the murder, mystery and tongue-in-cheek silliness begin...!... Continue Reading →
World War Hulk: Aftersmash! (2008) Reading Order
WORLD WAR HULK is over, but New York still lies in ruins and there are people (some of them aliens) who still have a lot to answer for. WWH doesn't have an aftermath, it has an aftersmash... SCROLL DOWN to the bottom for the KEY COLLECTED EDITIONS for this event! Minor Crossover: The one-shot introduces... Continue Reading →
Hulk Reading Order, 1993-1998: The Peter David Era II
Comics Chronology: As he wraps up his run on the series, Peter David introduces the Hulk to his worst nightmare... his evil future self!
Hulk Reading Order, 1987-1992: The Peter David Era I
Comics Chronology: The Gray Hulk's days are numbered when Doc Samson finds a way to merge the Bruce Banner's personas in Peter David's classic run!
Planet Hulk (2006-2007) Reading Order
When the Hulk has one rampage too many, the Illuminati decide it's time to put a stop to his devastating tantrums once and for all. The plan might be logical and humane, but things never go smoothly for the Green Goliath and he soon finds himself fighting for his life! And when all's said and... Continue Reading →
2099 Reading Order, 1992-1997: The Original World of Tomorrow
Chronology: The future incarnations of Spider-Man, Hulk, the X-Men, the Punisher and Doom rally against corporate greed in a dystopian timeline
Marvel Cosmic Reading Order, 2003-2008: Annihilated
Comics Chronology: The cosmic corner of the Marvel Universe is invaded - introducing the new Guardians of the Galaxy
MODOK Reading Order: George Tarleton (1967-Present)
The outlandish Jack Kirby design and some weird and wild stories featuring the gigantic-headed sociopath, make it hard not to love this oddball bad guy. The Mental Organism Designed Only for Killing - aka MODOK – has been a thorn in the side of the Hulk, Fantastic Four, Captain America, Iron Man and more while acting as the head (no pun intended)... Continue Reading →
The Comics That Inspired the Marvel Cinematic Universe: The tales behind the MCU in chronological order
Comics Chronology: The key events from the MCU in the order they took place in the Marvel Comics